Nov 1, 2022 1 of 2 Kelly Duke, left, talks with County Commission Chairman Jeff 'Clem' Clemons in March 2020. Approved request to have a prayer gathering on the front steps of the Cullman County Courthouse Feb. 20, 2021 at noon by Jesus in the World Ministry. Those four corners are defined by the intersection of U.S. Highway 278 and U.S. Highway 31 in Cullman, effectively splitting the county into four parts of roughly equal population. Correctional Incentive Time a prisoner may earn, and to amend the circumstances. Chairman Jeff Clemons, (R) Commissioner Kerry Watson, (R-Place 1) Commissioner Garry Marchman, (R-Place 2) . County Administrator John Bullard said, We want to be able to budget and stick to that budget when presenting the updated budget, which was approved unanimously. Newly elected Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff Clem Clemons talks on the phone at a watch party Tuesday night. Proposed plat at Hidden Hills subdivision, a major subdivision containing 58 lots located off County Road 2120. When youre out for that long, you lose your momentum. Benjamin Bullard | The Cullman Times. 1340 for cement for full depth reclamation to National Cement, Awarded Bid no. Proposed plat at Johnnys Junction subdivision, a minor subdivision containing three lots located off County Road 1763. CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission passed a resolution Thursday evening approving the resurfacing of County Road 1301 from near Monk's Flooring in South Vinemont on U.S. Highway 31 east to County Road 1319. During Tuesday's regularly scheduled Cullman County Commission Meeting led by Chairman Jeff 'Clem' Clemons, Commissioners Kerry Watson and Garry Marchman approved a well-deserved county-wide pay raise for all Cullman County employees. We sat down with the established commission and the newcomers to get to know them. Cullman Emergency Management Agency director Tim Sartin to apply for an Emergency Management Performance Grant grant for 2023. Estimated cost $647,000 to be split with the City of Cullman, Approved the funding for replacement of Automated Weather Observation Station (AWOS) at Cullman Regional Airport, Authorized John Bullard, county administrator, to work with Wesley Moore, city clerk, on financing options for airport runway and AWOS project, Authorized Little to purchase a tent under ADPH Grant- cost $17,000 (100% reimbursable) covered by GSA contract, Authorized Chairman Jeff Clemons and the county attorney to sign the Federal FY 2021 Certifications and Assurances for FTA Assistance Programs, Reappointed Linda Cabri to the Regional Housing Authority for a 5-year term to expire 2/1/26, Authorized County Attorney Emily Johnston to negotiate a purchase price for commercial property associated with the grant application approved in Resolution 2021-09, Approved the reimbursement for a washing machine to the Cullman County Detention Center at a cost of $12,450, Awarded Bid no. Cullman County Commission | 149 followers on LinkedIn. High 66F. I have worked during my career throughout Cullman County and I see the needs of all County County Citizens. Newly elected Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff "Clem" Clemons talks on the phone at a watch party Tuesday night. 1FMEU63E87UB28358) to be donated to the Town of Colony. Several changes to the policy were adopted at different times throughout the year. Cullman County Commission Chairman candidates, from left, are Philip Widner, Jeff "Clem" Clemons, Wiley Kitchens, and Kenneth Walker (incumbent). County commission recognizes 2023 City Family of the Year, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. At least there's no confusion about which of the four associate seats local voters are eligible to cast a ballot for: By law, every voter in Cullman County can vote in each of the four races no matter where in the county he or she resides. 2023-17 for the vacation and surplus of a portion If a major issue arises that needed to be addressed I am confident the county commission could work with our local legislators to pass a local bill to address the issue. 2 Mars, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of. Mike Graves of Cullman County was present and addressed the group about his ideas to represent part of Blount County as a candidate for the upcoming HD11 Alabama House of Representatives election. The Cullman County Notification System is available for sign up. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. I do NOT believe Cullman County should have home rule. He shared, Public service is a huge passion for me. What makes you the best candidate for the office of County Commission Chairman? 1412: Micro Surfacing to Whitaker Contracting Corp. Married to his wife Randa for 17 years, Duke is the father of Tanner, Tate and Tess, who is married to Griffin Morris. The new five-member commission, composed of chairman Jeff Clemons and associates Marchman, Kerry Watson, Corey Freeman, and Kelly Duke, separately agreed to retain its current once-a-month meeting schedule for the coming calendar year. Never afraid to get his hands dirty, Marchman worked at Americold and other local factories before joining the military. The agenda item said the appointments were within Cullman County but, after discussion, it was concluded that while the patients must reside in Cullman County, their transportation to appointments and treatment outside of Cullman County would most likely be covered as well. Cullman, Alabama, United States 199 followers 195 connections Join to view profile Athens State University University of Alabama at Birmingham About During my time in education and. Approved a $20,000 payment to the City of Hanceville for its participation in cleaning and maintaining Mud Creek for the 2022 fiscal year. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. Award Bid # 1714: Traffic Striping to J.C. Cheek Contractors, Inc. Award Bid # 1418: Corrugated Plastic Pipe to Bear Concrete Products, Inc, ADCO Pipe & Supply, LLC, and White Cap Construction Supply based upon price, availability, and vicinity, Bid # 1420: New Air Control 1 /, Ton & 5 Ton split System Unit. The story of the August 2022 execution of a death-row inmate who had turned his life around in prison highlighted the quality of the newspaper's journalism - in photos and stories, including an. Freeman is the father of two sons and is proudly married to wife Tonya. Once the new system is in place beyond the current election cycle, all of the commissioner's seats including the chair will be elected to four-year terms. 1,576 likes. If you are . to Bryant Enterprises. 2 Mars Hill Bible , Chamber celebrates leaders, businesses at gala, Theatre Program to perform 'The Robber Bridegroom'. 794 0 Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff Clemons, Commissioner Kerry Watson, County Road Department retiree Ronald Park, Commissioner Garry Marchman and County Engineer Bryan Cheatwood (Amy Leonard for The Cullman Tribune) CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday night approved its $70 million-plus budget. 2 Mars, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of. After comparing current rates with those charged by other parks and locations in and around Cullman County, Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug Davenport explained, We found out we are like $8 under everybody else so we would like to see an increase from $22 to $30 a day. Weekly and monthly rates will also be slightly increased. "We. Clem grew up in Bug Tussle and is a graduate of Cold Springs High School and the Jefferson County Law Enforcement Academy. Ratify Bid No. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Authorize EMA director to apply for and sign for grant in the amount of $30,000 with the Alabama Department of Public Health to purchase supplies/or equipment for the State Mortuary Operations Response Team. I did read a recent article in one of the local media outlets about our local legislators saying they plan to bring this bill back up again. Local chatter both online, and on the ground, had spurred a motivated throng of Hanceville-area residents to show up at Wednesdays meeting with a list of questions about the countys interest in a recycling technology test site on private property, just east of the city near Mountain Grove Cemetery. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. As I have gone around Cullman County the past few months I have talked to voters who support and oppose the tax and what they have in common is they want this issue decided March 3rd. (Kelly Duke's contact 256-339-1402). Authorized a $27,839.43 payment to ADS Security for upgrades to the courthouses current door access system. Tags Commission Chairman Politics Work. 1405 for Rail Track Construction Project for Sportsman Lake to SDAC Rail Services in the amount of $58,142.72 and authorize chairman to sign all related paperwork. Cullman County Commissioners Kelly Duke and Kerry Watson, Chairman Jeff Clemons, and Commissioners Corey Freeman and Garry Marchman (Contributed) On Wednesday, Nov. 16, the Cullman County Commission grew from a three-person to a five-person commission when the four commissioners were sworn into office and began their work serving Cullman County. Chairman Clemons was authorized to sign the Amendment to IAC Program. Set the speed limit along County Road 1121 at 25 mph. The current pair of associate commissioner's seats will give way to four part-time elected positions, with each of the four part-time associates hailing from a different corner of the county. Our communities deserve leaders who care about them and their families. In 1918, Alabama ranked eleven amongst the twelve Southern states in funding of public health. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. The countys current contract with landfill owner Cullman Environmental, Inc. is up for renewal next year, under a pricing structure that pegs future customer rate increases to changes in the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI). This amendment will allow counties more time to enter the program and set a minimum fee of 3% to the program. There was a problem saving your notification. Agreed to allow the Cullman County Public Library to retain half the proceeds from the recent $8,700 sale of its old bookmobile, with the library to receive $4,350. 2 Mars Hill Bible , Chamber celebrates leaders, businesses at gala, Theatre Program to perform 'The Robber Bridegroom', Benjamin Bullard I strongly believe that to be elected to this office one should be there to listen and communicate with our citizens and do everything possible to make our county the best it can be. Park joked that he had, never worked a day in my life when working for the department. I will also work with my fellow commissioners to make life better for our citizens, county employees and also work to keep water rates as low as possible on the citizens, businesses and poultry farmers of Cullman County. Chairman Clemons promised to work hard for the citizens of Cullman County when he took office in 2020. Amended a previously-approved item from last months regular commission meeting to remove a 2016 Ford F-250 from the surplus list and place the vehicle back in service. Eleven changes will go into the handbook which will be published online and be public record. Cullman County Commission and the ties that bind, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Today, incumbent Kenneth Walker. The commission approved CARTS participation in the Access 2 Care program, allowing Medicaid and insurance companies to cover the costs of transportation of patients to and from medical appointments. The budget is available at: County Road Department employee Ronald Park was recognized by the commission for his 26 years of service upon his retirement. CULLMAN, Ala. The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday night approved its $70 million-plus budget. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Clemons wins runoff to take commission chairmans seat. There is nothing greater a public servant can do-whether thats as a deputy sheriff or as an elected officialbut to help people! The coverage under the approved plan takes effect on Dec. 1 of this year. When the 2024 election cycle rolls around, all four associate commissioner spots will be up for election once again and all for full four-year terms. Landowner Thomas Barrett Lynn explained that the site isnt being discussed as a potential landfill location, and that he had instead been recruited by associate commissioner Garry Marchman to conduct uncompensated, voluntary testing at the property as the commission weighs whether recycling might factor into a future change in landfill operations. If you are experiencing an emergency situation, Dial . Current commission chairman Jeff Clemons was elected to his position last year, so the recently-filled chairman's seat won't be a part of this year's race. He has been married to his wife Deborah for 33 years. First up, Jeff Clem Clemons. I am Jeff Clemons and I am seeking the Republican nomination for Cullman County Commission Chairman. With 50 of 50 boxes reporting late Tuesday, Clemons enjoyed a lead of 9,728 votes over Walkers 4,916. Contact. 2021 All Rights Reserved. Bradshaw H Grady Library, Valley, AL Cherokee County County Chair Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. I believe people who live in the non-incorporated areas enjoy the freedom they have in the county. This site is designed and maintained by the Cullman County Commission 500 2nd Ave SW Cullman, AL 35055 . Self employed at Affordable Automotive, a family business he started with his brother Kerry in 2001, Duke earned a bachelors degree from Athens State University. High 66F. More information on the program is expected at a later date. Copyright 2022 Humble Roots, LLC. He now works in law enforcement at the Cullman County Sheriffs Office. Walker will serve out his term through November, when Clemons will be sworn into office. Authorize County administrator to sign billing authorization form for lnfintech BridgePay for credit card processing at County parks. Supreme Court hears arguments over student loan, YOULL SEE THEM AGAIN': No. 2 Mars Hill in 2A State Finals 69-47, Shift-based scheduling offered by WSCC EMS program for Paramedic training, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49 win over Brewbaker Tech, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Roll, Career fairs March 7 and March 9 at Wallace State, CCBOE names AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month, COLUMN: The spiritual recommitment of Lent, Were just saturating the place with prayer, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of Liturgical Formation, St. Bernard opens school with service of commitment and blessing, PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs downs Aliceville 47-38 to advance to NW Regional, Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Feb. 26-28. Authorize workers comp renewal with County Risk Services for FY 2023 in the amount of $553,375.31. Marchman is married to wife Bobbi and father to four adult children ranging in age from 28-40 with a grandson and granddaughter and a great-grandson on the way. He shared, I am excited to be a part of a new style of the Cullman County Commission. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Cullman County Commission Chairman, Jeff 'Clem' Clemons, has officially served a whole year, and the accomplishment continues to add up. As I have visited with citizens all across Cullman County many of them have told me they would like to see a 5 member county commission. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. Going from a three-person to a five-person commission, we will be laying the foundation for the future of the commission. Abundant sunshine. NASAs Artemis I Mega Rocket launches Orion to Moon, CCBOE recognizes Holly Pond FFA students, teachers. Welcome to Cullman County! 2 Mars Hill in 2A State Finals 69-47, Shift-based scheduling offered by WSCC EMS program for Paramedic training, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49 win over Brewbaker Tech, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Roll, Career fairs March 7 and March 9 at Wallace State, CCBOE names AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month, COLUMN: The spiritual recommitment of Lent, Were just saturating the place with prayer, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of Liturgical Formation, St. Bernard opens school with service of commitment and blessing, Liftoff! Commission Chairman Jeff Clem Clemons has dedicated his life to working for the betterment of Cullman County and its citizens. Consider the surplus of a 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (Vin No. Starting off as a dispatcher at the Cullman County Sheriffs Office in 1986, the deputy sheriff worked in investigations, patrol and was captain of the Special Projects Division. Cullman County Commission holds first five-person meeting, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Excepting holidays, the commission will meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., preceded by a public work session at 4 p.m. on the same day. Commission Chairman Jeff Clemons said, as he embraced Wilson, "We are just so thankful for all you do with Curt's Closet for the families in Cullman County." Welti School's Colton Olinger is pictured with Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman, Chairman Jeff Clemmons and Commissioners Kelly Duke and Kerry Watson. 2 Mars, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of. Cullman County continues moving forward, and is now among one of the fastest growing counties in the Great State of Alabama, with new industries and businesses, as well as established ones that are expanding at a high rate. No such issues are expected with the new company. 1319 extension for bituminous plant mix (product only) to Good Hope Contracting, Awarded Bid no.1335 for lease of one or more current model backhoe(s) to Warrior Tractor, Awarded Bid no. You have permission to edit this article. With no Democrat on the ballot, Clemons effectively won the chairmans seat outright with his Tuesday victory. All individuals who intend to run on the Republican ticket should contact the local Republican Party Chairman (Kelly Duke) before registering as a candidate. I enjoy helping our citizens in any way possible. Consider adopting revisions to the Cullman County Commission Employee Handbook, effective Oct. 1, 2022. The commission opted to approve the new deal. The project will also include some safety upgrades to the roadway. With the CPI expected to rise, the commission, which operates rural trash collection through the Cullman County Sanitation Department, is assessing ways to secure waste disposal that minimize costs to both municipal government and to customers. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. Making our commission meetings more accessible to the public via technology and website and also making where taxpayer dollars are spent more accessible to the public. Benjamin Bullard, The Cullman Times, Ala. 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I started in dispatch, and worked in just about all aspects of the sheriffs office including patrol, investigations and most recently as Captain of the Special Projects Division helping raise money for our sheriffs office rodeo that benefits special needs children and other law enforcement projects. 2 Mars Hill in 2A State Finals 69-47, Shift-based scheduling offered by WSCC EMS program for Paramedic training, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49 win over Brewbaker Tech, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Roll, Career fairs March 7 and March 9 at Wallace State, CCBOE names AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month, COLUMN: The spiritual recommitment of Lent, Were just saturating the place with prayer, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of Liturgical Formation, St. Bernard opens school with service of commitment and blessing. The project will be funded by a $300,000 High Risk Rural Road (HRRR) grant funded by the United States Department of . Awarded a standing bid for traffic signage to Traffic Signs, Inc. and Vulcan, Inc., with as-needed purchases to be based on price, availability, and proximity. "We've tried to place them in areas where we expect there will be a large amount of people who can use the extra help," explained county commission chairman Jeff Clemons on Wednesday. 256-255-5011; jclemons2020@outlook.com; 534 County Road 945 Cullman, AL 35057 Benjamin Bullard Contest chairman Jim Zachary said, "CNHI is so proud of all the newspapers that participated in the Best of CNHI journalism awards competition this year. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. In 1910 it created a Hookworm Commission. Upon his retirement, Marchman returned to what he loved cattle and crop farming. 2 Mars Hill Bible , Chamber celebrates leaders, businesses at gala, Theatre Program to perform 'The Robber Bridegroom'. The new-look Cullman County Commission faced an immediate public test this week as the freshly inducted group assembled for the first time under its new five-member structure. This is an annual contract renewal. I served the citizens of Cullman County all my life and its truly an honor just to be serving the citizens of this great county. Its truly an honor when the citizens have this much trust in you, he said. The annual renewal is up 10% over last year, but the contract is eligible for dividend payments. Thanks to a 2019 legislative. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 15- JLP-023) in the amount of $41,784 and building automation systems agreement in the amount of $3,813.25 for the HVAC system in the Cullman County Detention Center- annual service contract for HVAC. On Wednesday, Nov. 16, the Cullman County Commission grew from a three-person to a five-person commission when the four commissioners were sworn into office and began their work serving Cullman County. The newest addition to the family, 10-month-old Watson Owen Brooks, is the first grandchild of Watson and his wife Renas and the first boy in his family in over 18 years! County Commission approves FY 2023 budget, recognizes Ronald Park, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Consider the surplus of the following items from the Parks and Rec to be auctioned on GovDeals: 7-ft Landpride bushhog (Serial #826-376(), 8-ft 6-way blade attachment for skid steer (Serial# G059265), 2000 White Single Cab GMC Sierra (Vin# 1GTEC14V6Y2300724), Green Tandem Axle Dump Truck (Vin# 1HTCF2570DHA182C3), Consider the surplus of the following items from CARTS to be auctioned on GovDeals, 1995 Ford E350 Van (Vin# 1FDKE30F55HA54734), 2007 Ford E350 Van (Vin# 1FDXE45P57DA32096), Consider new labor rate schedule for the County Garage as follows: Remainder of FY 23 change from $40 to $60 per hour then, beginning Oct. 1, 2023, change to $80 per hour, Approve the County Rebuild Alabama Annual Report (CRAAR) for FY 2022 as required by the Rebuild Alabama Act, Proposed preliminary plat Fair Harbor Subdivision, a major subdivision containing seven lots located off County Road 102, Proposed preliminary plat COBO Subdivision, a minor subdivision containing six lots located off County Road 337, Proposed preliminary plat Amelia Acres Subdivision, a minor subdivision containing 11 lots located off County Road 1338 and County Road 1435, Proposed preliminary plat Archers Point Subdivision, a major subdivision containing 19 Lots located off County Road 2015, Award Bid 1426: Shoulder Material {Installed) to Wheeler Contracting, LLC and Wiregrass Construction Company, Inc based on availability and vicinity, Award Bid 1427:Painting (Labor Only) for the County Owned Property at 310 Third Avenue N.E. But, in order to avoid the need for special elections, all four of the new associate commissioner seats will be included on this year's May 24 primary ballot even though two of those seats will initially be filled only for two-year terms. 1342 for polypropylene pipe to Bear Concrete Products. Cullman County Commissioners Garry Marchman, Kerry Watson, Chairman Jeff Clemons, Miss Cullman County Fair Alexis Sartin and Commissioners Corey Freeman and Kelly Duke (Amy Leonard for The Cullman Tribune) In other business, the commission approved the following: Change speed limit to 25 mph on County Road 1121 Ahead of its regular November meeting, the expanded commission fielded questions during a packed pre-meeting work session to explain the countys interest in pursuing options beyond next years end of waste disposal contract at the Cullman County Landfill. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. Approved Swamp Johns food truck to use the south parking lot of the courthouse Feb. 25, 2021 from 3-8 p.m. Approved electronic filing of meetings minutes beginning Feb. 18, 2021, Approved refinancing of 2015 and 2016 water sewer bonds, Approved funding for the additional cost of design and construction required to maintain the 100-foot runway pavement width at the Cullman Regional Airport as part of the runway construction project. Authorize Chairman Jeff Clemons to sign the Alabama Department of Youth Services Agency Grant Agreement for FY 2022-2023 in the amount of $184,340 as the fiscal agent for Cullman County Juvenile Court (CCJC). 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. 122 Borrow pit site, Consider amended Samba Safety contract to include hazmat certification class, Consider allowing the library to keep half the proceeds from the Bookmobile sale, Consider extending the contract with the Cullman County Co-op for a two-year lease of the Bates building, Authorize Chairman to appoint Matt Smith to the Community Action of North Alabama for a 5-year term to expire Nov. 2027, Authorize purchase for upgraded door access control system from ADS in the amount of$27,839.43, Authorize Coroner to sign Memorandum of Understanding between the Alabama Department of Public Health and Cullman County Commission for Mortuary Cooler. Located in the heart of north Alabama, Cullman County is centrally positioned on Interstate 65 between two of the states largest cities (Huntsville and Birmingham) and covers 743 square miles on the Cumberland Plateau. Located in the heart of north Alabama, Cullman County is centrally positioned on Interstate 65 between two of the state's largest cities (Huntsville and Birmingham) and covers 743 square miles on the Cumberland Plateau. Approved an agreement with Byars Wright Insurance for county property and casualty coverage for the 2023 fiscal year, at a premium of $512,159. Davenport said the increased costs to the park for fuel, water and other services to operate the RV parks also factored into the rate increase. Amended a contract with data analytics provider SambaSafety to include certifications for hazardous materials, in order to expedite records involving the use of county-operated vehicles that require a commercial drivers license. Copyright 2021 Humble Roots, LLC. The Jones Chapel native grew up farming and graduated from West Point High School in 1981. You have permission to edit this article. Council President Folsom opened the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. for Resolution No. Authorized Kilpatrick to separately apply for a $20,000 grant through the National Network of Public Health Institutes.