Jefferson County Commission

The Jefferson County Commission recognized the five high schools participating in the Litter Quitters anti-litter video competition. First place, Locust Fork Basin, and best overall message winner was Minor High School; Second place, Locust Fork Basin, went to Clay Chalkville High School;  First place, Valley Creek Basin, went to Oak Grove High School; Second place, Valley Creek Basin, went to Fairfield High School; First place, Cahaba Basin went to Homewood High School. (The link to watch the videos is in the comments.) Litter Quitters is an anti-litter campaign that has three main parts. The campaign aims to engage high school students as they have the highest potential to litter. It offers students financial incentives to participate in a county-wide video competition, judged based on the number of views and 'likes' each video receives. The campaign also supports these efforts with a mass media anti-litter campaign. To keep the schools and students engaged and focused on their local watersheds, they were divided into three major watershed basins: North - Locust Fork, West - Valley Creek, and East - Cahaba River. Each school competed for cash prizes against only the other schools in their watershed basin, fostering a strong sense of local community and connection. A media campaign was launched to increase exposure to the Litter Quitters campaign and its anti-littering message across various demographics. Public service announcements (PSAs) were aired on television and radio stations and displayed on the back of public buses. Litter Quitters is a project that the Jefferson County Conservation District spearheads in partnership with a working committee made up of the following organizations (listed in alphabetical order): City of Birmingham, City of Bessemer, City of Hoover, City of Leeds, Creative Directions, Inc., Freshwater Land Trust, Jefferson County Commission, Jefferson County Department of Health, Keep Birmingham Beautiful, and Stormwater Management Authority, Inc

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It was a bittersweet moment during Commission meeting as Jefferson County Commissioners, department heads and staff joined together to present a congratulatory proclamation to Justin Smith, Assistant to the County Manager, after having served over twelve years in the County Manager's Office. Justin's high level of expertise and leadership in public service coupled with his professionalism and work ethic all have significantly contributed to the efficiency and effectiveness of county operations. This also includes his crucial role in numerous projects and initiatives that have positively impacted the lives of Jefferson County residents. We wish Justin the best for his continued success and fulfillment of all future career endeavors.

Today Jefferson County Commissioners presented a proclamation to WBRC-TV (Fox 6) in celebration of their milestone 75 Year Anniversary serving on the television airwaves having officially commenced broadcasting in Birmingham, Alabama since July 4, 1949. During that time, WBRC-TV has remained a dedicated and steadfast source of news, tireless community projects and charitable causes through their dedicated coverage of a myriad of local events, including local and cultural heritage festivities, all geared to enhance community pride and invoke civic engagement. Their news broadcasts have also been instrumental in delivering timely public awareness and safety information contributing to the overall well-being for residents of Jefferson County and beyond. Jefferson County Commissioners extends their celebratory best wishes to the entire staff at WBRC-TV for their continued success.

Join us tomorrow, July 11th, for the Jefferson County Pre-Commission Meeting at 9 a.m.

Here's where we're working this week. To report road issues in unincorporated Jefferson County, use the MyJeffCo app or call 205-325-5141.

Join us tomorrow, July 9th, for the Jefferson County Pre-Commission Meeting at 9 a.m.

Jefferson County is excited about the 2024 Transplant Games kicking off this weekend. See the link in the comments for the full schedule of events.

Jefferson County offices will be closed on July 4, 2024.

Here's where we're working this week. To report road issues in unincorporated Jefferson County, use the MyJeffCo app or call 205-325-5141. In recognition of the 4th of July holiday, Jefferson County offices will be closed and will reopen on July 5th.