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at Benjamin Russell High School, “made an was not to offend anybody.” Petition started after BRHS principal’s principal The petition was started by Breunika Benton, identiinappropriate statement targeting black male attendees.” fied as Cnae Benton on the website, and, as of 4 p.m. “Basically, we’ve tried to address the parents’ conword choice misinterpreted by some cerns, address some of the misinformation, make sure Wednesday afternoon, had 582 supporters.
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Benton is not a current student at Benjamin Russell, that we communicate more clearly from this point forward, but we’re not changing anything,” Cooper said. but said she is a 23-year-old currently enrolled at Central Alabama Community College. “We haven’t changed anything since last year. According to the petition, Wilkinson said over the “Two called me back after checking with their kids and said that the kids agreed he didn’t say anything BRHS intercom, “Boys with the nappy ‘Thot Fros’ about ‘thot fros,’ but he did use the word nappy. I tried See BRHS • Page 6
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For several weeks, voters have seen political signs multiplying in yards across Alexander City like dandelions in the spring. Election Day is nearing and the Aug. 23 municipal elections are now just 12 days away. Voters will go to the polls to make decisions on who will lead Alexander City for the next four years. After hearing from mayoral candidates Monday night, the stage belongs to candidates for city council tonight as Tallapoosa Publishers presents the 2016 Alexander City City Council Candidate Forum beginning at 6 p.m. at the Betty Carol Graham Technology Center at Central Alabama Community College. All 14 of the candidates for council positions have been invited and are expected to be present to answer questions and introduce themselves to voters. Outlook Publisher Steve Baker said the idea is to make sure voters in Alexander City are informed as they
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Residents will go to the polls on Aug. 23 to decide who will be mayor and city council members. Voters will get a close look at the candidates for city council tonight at a forum to be held at CACC.
What are the responsibilities of mayor and council? STAFF REPORT TPI Staff
At Monday’s Alexander City Mayoral Forum, three separate residents submitted questions asking for the job description for the mayor and the council members in the mayorcouncil type government that is used here. After some research, Rob Johnston, assistant general counsel with the Alabama League of Municipalities provided this “Duties of the Mayor and Council.” It is an article from the 2012 edition of the piece from the league’s “The Selected Readings for the Municipal Official.” This piece was published in 2012 and answers those questions with facts, law and legal opinion.
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FORUM INFO A complete look at tonight’s forum, pictures of candidate, timeline and format and a map of council voting districts can be found inside on Page 3.
The duties of the mayor and council: One of the most misunderstood aspects of municipal government is the separation of powers between the mayor and the council. Like government on the state and federal levels, municipal government is divided into three separate but equal branches: executive, legislative and judicial. Each of these branches has distinct duties and powers and restrictions on how far it can intrude into the affairs of the other branches. At the municipal level, the mayor serves as the head of the executive branch. As such, the mayor is responsible for overseeing the dayto-day operations of the municipality. He or she oversees municipal employees, makes sure that bills are paid on time, executes municipal See DUTIES • Page 9
Residents of Dadeville should start to see some movement in the coming months on two projects, the repaving of Lafayette Street and the renovation of the courthouse square. At Tuesday’s Dadeville Council meeting, members voted to allow Goodwyn Mills and Cawood to be the engineering firm on the project. The council also learned that a local contractor will be performing the work for the ATRIP project. “The only bid was from Gary Ingram Paving for $938,667,” City Clerk Mike Gardner said. “We have to add 15 percent for engineering costs and there are costs associated with the railroad.” The city is responsible for a 20 percent funding match for the project which totals $229,301 but the council did not approve the release of those funds just yet. See DADEVILLE • Page 6
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Despite the threat of rain, National Night Out with area first responders will go on. “It is a rain or shine event,” Alexander City Police Lt. James Orr said. “We have had a lot of rain this week, but we will still go on.” Orr is hopeful with current weather predictions. “It keeps getting better,” Orr said. “I keep looking at the hour by hour forecasts and the chance of rain keeps going down.” The event will run from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday and there is no charge to the public. At the event at the Sportplex, the police department as well as other public safety and first responder groups in the city and county will be on hand with booths, some giveaways and to answer questions from the community.
Lt. Bill Hough of the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department jokes as he cooks hot dogs at last year’s National Night Out at the Sportplex in Alexander City. The 2016 event is set for this evening beginning at 5 p.m. File / The Outlook
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hen Benjamin Russell Principal Anthony Wilkinson took to the high school’s intercom on Tuesday morning for the day’s announcements, he felt the need to address the students newest to the school – the freshmen – about some dress code matters. “We usually have an assembly where we address the dress code, but our 10th through 12th graders do a really good job with it, so we didn’t do that this year,” Wilkinson said. “So I talked about some things (Tuesday) morning that were directed at our 9th graders, including hair. I talked about bright fluorescent colors, contrasting colors, hair that covers the eyes and I said something about a style ‘some of you guys – in reference to what I’ve heard some of them (students) say – call nappy.’ A few of the students are taking (hair) to the extreme. We need to get the color out, put it in braids or trim it by Friday.” By the time Wilkinson returned home Tuesday night and took a nap, he was the talk of Facebook. An Alex City resident – not a student and who admits she didn’t personally hear the announcement – posted to Facebook a link to her change.org petition accusing the third-year principal of using the phrase “nappy thot fros” in his announcement. Wilkinson is admittedly demanding of his students. He takes seriously his charge to prepare them for college and career. To him, that means dressing and grooming accordingly. It’s simply the way the man does business. Still, from what Outlook reporters have observed, most Benjamin Russell students seem fond of him. Though he admits to using the word “nappy” in the context of what he’d heard some students say, he said of nappy thot fros, “I don’t even know what that means.” A black teacher backed Wilkinson’s claims Wednesday morning. Wilkinson’s standards of appearance and grooming may be tough. Perhaps his use of the word nappy was unwise, but few can argue that things are not better at Benjamin Russell under his leadership. Co-op opportunities are expanding. The career tech program is growing. Last year’s senior class received a record amount in college scholarships. The man is getting results for our children. He’s preparing them for college and career. That’s what he was hired to do.
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hat a great week! My life sometimes parallels that of Forrest Gump in countless ways, although I never did anything remotely close to earning the Medal of Honor, and I sure as heck would never have played football for Alabama. But, like Mr. Gump, I agree that “Life is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you’re going to get.” I do a lot of speaking all around the country for all kinds of groups. I’ve performed for everyone from car clubs to college campuses. I’ve performed in some of the most dangerous places on earth from the battlefields of Afghanistan to the University of Alabama. I’m very blessed to do what I do. But, some are more special than others. Last Friday night, I performed in Auburn for the Southern Disability Foundation’s (SDF) 20th anniversary. This group is comprised of individuals and organizations from all over the state who serve the needs of the disability community. Per their website, the foundation was incorporated on Aug. 6, 1996, to serve as a community-based organization to capitalize a low interest, extendedterms loan fund to enable Alabama’s citizens with
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disabilities to access and acquire assistive technology, adaptive equipment, and services. On Monday, I drove down to Luverne, pronounced “Loo-vern” for those of you not in the know, to speak at the teachers and faculty in-service for Crenshaw County Schools to help motivate them as they kick off the new school year. I was a bit nervous as it was my first day of school, too, but they were a wonderful crowd so the nerves dissipated upon my arrival. On Tuesday, I went to Dadeville to do the same for Tallapoosa County Schools. Although I was born and raised in Opelika, my roots are in Tallapoosa County, so there were several cousins, friends, and acquaintances in the audience, making it all the more special. The fact that Superintendent Joe Windle is retired Army was just icing on the cake. I’ve done 11 of these over the last three years and hope to continue to do more for many years to come. On Wednesday, I was down on the Mississippi Gulf Coast entertaining at a conference for law enforcement officers. The attendees were graduates of the FBI National Academy. This was
one of the best events I have ever been a part of and it was an honor to be a small part of their conference. At the SDF banquet, I picked up a gig for Thursday morning, so I departed Gulfport at 2:57 a.m. Once again, I had the privilege of speaking to teachers, this time at Glenwood School in Smiths Station. Whether it’s teachers, law enforcement, or anyone else, my hat is off to all who serve. On my second tour in Iraq, I received this sweet letter from a child. “Another reason I would like to thank you is because you are serving the nation. Without people like you who join the military, our country would be bad.” While I absolutely love and appreciate the sentiments of this young man, there should be a caveat to his statement and that is that one doesn’t have to wear a uniform or have an official title to serve. There are so many ways to serve and give back, whether it’s on the local or national level. Heck, even if it’s just helping your neighbor. There are few things as rewarding as serving others. If you don’t believe me, then you should give it a try. Jody Fuller is a comic, speaker, writer and soldier with three tours of duty in Iraq. He is also a lifetime stutterer. He can be reached at jody@jodyfuller.com. For more information, please visit www.jodyfuller.com.
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Sherry Ellison-Simpson represents District 2. Her phone number is 256329-0516. Her address is 2879 Old Dark Road, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Parks and Recreation committee.
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Bob Howard represents District 3. His phone number is 256-2342225. His address is 241 8th Street West, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Buildings and Property committee.
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Billy Ray Wall represents District 4. His phone number is 256329-8060. His address is 101 Scott Road, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Public Works committee.
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James Spann represents District 5. His phone number is 256-3299758. His address is 314 Auburn Drive, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of Finance committee.
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Tony Goss represents District 6. His phone number is 256-7493355. His address is 647 Shady Point, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of Utilities committee.
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Dear Editor, I was present at the Mayoral forum on Monday night and was pleasantly surprised with the results. The Outlook ran an article on Tuesday. I did not think the article reported how I felt about the results. I will give you my opinion and impression on the candidates. The one candidate who stood out from the rest was Mark Lamborne. Mark started out a little soft, but had an obvious up turn and ended very strong with the only applause from the audience given to any candidate all night. Mark’s closing statement exhibited passion, knowledge and he was the only candidate to mention leadership more than once. Mark Fuller came in next. Mr. Fuller had a good presentation, but was lacking in details of the inner workings of the city. Jim Nabors came in third and rightly so due to burying his
sister the morning of the event. Mr. Nabors’s presentation was flat and lacked passion. Last was Charles Shaw. Mr. Shaw had to have every question repeated and leaned on his podium as if he were about to pass out. Mr. Shaw’s primary response to almost every question was to blame other entities for his inability to accomplish anything. If you are able to see a rerun on the local TV station it would be well worth your time to see the candidates as they appeared at the forum. Be informed and get out and vote. Our leadership or the lack thereof must be changed to move Alex City forward. Thank you for your time. Woody Baird De Oppresso Liber Alexander City
It’s time to get over divisiveness and move on Dear Editor: I recently read parts of the Black Lives Matter manifesto. Interestingly, I found several points with which I agreed. One was the demand that Black neighborhoods should control their own police force. Great idea. I think police forces in certain areas of large cities like Baltimore, Chicago, Detroit, Ferguson, etc. . . . . would love to live without the headache of mostly black on black crime. I think these cities should recall all police and fire personnel from these areas, give Black Lives Matter officials the money saved from this removal, and then watch to see what happens. I don’t understand the logic of portraying a Black sick psychopath bully as a “gentle giant” right after he committed a strong armed robbery; or the young black mother, who totally disregarded the justice system, fired a shotgun at police after shouting “I am going to kill you”, and is then portrayed as some sort of heroine. Black Lives Matter is racially divisive and while I totally agree with the premise that ALL lives matter. Black Lives Matter is mostly just bovine scatology.
The last issue I want to address is Black Lives Matter’s demand for reparations for slavery. Without any doubt slavery in the past and in the present is cruel, brutal and unjust. It is a crime against God. However, slavery has existed in many forms and in many places. Many whites came to this country as indentured servants and were often treated as slaves. Orientals were imported by the boatload and forced to build the railroads. Thanks to Mexicans toiling in the fields as migrant workers we have fresh fruits and vegetables. Native Americans were robbed of their property, dignity and often forced into slavery. Life is not always fair. Everyone has a history of injustice in their family’s past, but it is how one handles adversity that counts. Get over it and move on! The bottom line, if anyone, black, white, red or green tells me I owe him for some alleged injustice 150 years ago, there will be hell to pay. And, any government that supports such idiocy is no government of mine. David French Alexander City
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while they last. PATH FINDERS MEETING: The next meeting of the local Alzheimer’s Group for individuals needing dementia education, resources and support will be Thursday, August 11 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Lake Martin Area United Way Conference Room. This meeting is open to the community. CANDIDATE FORUM: The Tallapoosa County Chapter of the Alabama New South Alliance is hosting a candidate forum Thursday, August 11 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Town of Camp Hill Library. All candidates that are funning in the town of Camp Hill municipal elec-
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August 8-12
CHURCH REVIVAL: Pine Grove Missionary Baptist Church is hosting its annual revival August 8-12 at 7 p.m. nightly The pastor is Rev. G.H. Pulliam and the evangelist for the week is Rev. Carols Snead of Faithful Baptist Church in Columbus.
August 13
CAMP FIRE REGISTRATION: There will be a pool party registration for Camp Fire for the upcoming school year August 13 at the city pool from 10 a.m. to noon. Registration is for kindergarten through sixth grade. GOSPEL SINGING: The Joy Masters Quartet will perform August 13 at 6 p.m. at the Family Worship Center at 1676 Sewell Street. Everyone is welcome. BENEFIT SINGING: There will be a benefit singing for Abby and Sam Salinas to help with medical bills due to an accident this past April at the Kellyton Revival Center August 13 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. AFTER SCHOOL REGISTRATION: The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lake Martin Area After School Program will be located at the Sportsplex Gym. Clubs will be open every weekday from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and are available to children 5-7, 8-9, 10- 12 and a FREE teen program for 13 – 18. For an application, please contact us at 256-234-4757 YOUTH EXPLOSION: Great Bethel Missionary Baptist Church is hosting a Youth Explosion August 13. The program starts at 10 a.m. Special guests are Rev. Jamal Oliver of White Street Baptist Church and Gospel Rapper Vydreon Moon. Lunch will be served and everyone is invited to attend. BACK TO SCHOOL BASH: Mt. Zion Baptist Church on Highway 63 is hosting a back to school bash Saturday, August 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a 18 foot water slide bouncy house, snow cones, fun and messy games, hot dogs and hamburgers. Parents bring a lawn chair and enjoy the fellowship. HIPPY REGISTRATION: Playhouse Cinema is hosting HIPPY registration Saturday, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. along with a free movie. The Alexander City HIPPY program is encouraging all families with a 3, 4, or 5 year old child to register with HIPPY. HIPPY is a program designed for Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters. Registration is desired as soon as possible since the program is planned to run alongside the regular school year. The 30 week program begins at the end of August and will run through May. Registration is also at the Hippy House in front of Benjamin Russell High School. PANCAKE BREAKFAST: The 2016 Pride of Alexander City Benjamin Russell High School Marching Band is hosting a pancake breakfast Saturday, August 13. Plates can be picked up for $6 between 7:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. Purchasers get a sneak peak of the half-time show at 9 a.m. on the practice field.
August 14
CHURCH HOMECOMING: Sardis United Methodist Church in Dadeville is hosting its 179th Homecoming August 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be a lunch following. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Peace & Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church on County Road 30 in Kellyton is hosting homecoming Sunday, Aug. 14 at 2 p.m. The guest minister will be Rev. McClendon Hall of Loving Peace Baptist Church. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Liberty United Methodist Church in Hackneyville is hosting homecoming services August 14 at 10:30 a.m. The guest speaker will be Hon. Ray Martin with special music by Harlan Burton. Lunch will follow at noon and there will be a singing in the afternoon. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church is hosting homecoming services Sunday, August 14 at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Pastor Freddy Robinson of Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Jackson’s Gap. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Centerview Baptist Church in Camp Hill will celebrate its 140th anniversary Sunday, August 14 at 11 a.m. Rev. Gary Hardy is pastor.
August 16
BUDGET HEARING: The Alexander City Board of Education is having a public budget hearing following the 5 p.m. August 16 board meeting at the board office.
August 16-18
CHURCH REVIVAL: Mt. Lovely Baptist Church in Camp Hill will have its annual revival August 16 - August 18 at 6:30 p.m. nightly. Rev. Quenton Hammond of Antioch Baptist Church in Pratt City will be the guest minister. Rev. Bernard Harris is pastor.
August 17-19
CHURCH REVIVAL: Peace & Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church is hosting revival services Aug. 17-19 at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest evangelist will be Rev. Kendall Burton of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Sylacauga. CHURCH REVIVAL: Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church is hosting revival services August 17-19 at 7 p.m. nightly. Guest speaker is Maurice Wright of New Life Christ Center in Roanoke.
August 21
HOMECOMING: Darian Missionary Baptist Church at 1825 Pearson Chapel Road in Alexander City will have a Homecoming Celebration beginning at 2:30 p.m. The guest church is Harper Springs Baptist Church of Sylacauga with Pastor Ocie Blackmon speaking. Rev. Larry Shealey is the minister at Darian Missionary Baptist Church.
August 22
SPEECH AND HEARING SCREENING: Auburn Universtiy’s NSSLHA and SAA are having a free speech and hearing screening Monday, August 22 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the
Auburn University Speech and Hearing Clinic in Room 1199 of the Haley Center. No Appointment is necessary.
August 22-24
REVIVAL: New Adka Missionary Baptist Church is hosting revival services August 22-24 at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest minister is Rev. MacArthur Moss of Reeltown Missionary Baptist Church. Edward Milner is pastor.
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REVIVAL: Darian Missionary Baptist Church at 1825 Pearson Chapel Road in Alexander City will hold a revival Monday, Aug. 22-Friday, Aug. 26 with nightly services set for 7 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Theoangelo Perkins of Liberty Christian Church in Harpersville.
August 28
CHURCH HOMECOMING: River Road Baptist Church is hosting homecoming services Sunday, August 28 at 10 a.m. with Rebecca Futral and Just One in concert. A love offering will be taken and a covered dish lunch will be served at noon. Margaret Thornton is music director and Dr. Albert Pike is pastor. Everyone is invited.
September 2
HOMECOMING: There will be a homecoming reception for the Dadeville High School Classes of 1957, 1977 and 1997 at the Dadeville high School Library at 5 p.m. The classes will be honored at the reception before the game and by recognizing them at the football field before the game begins.
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LAUREL HIGH CLASS OF 1969: The Laurel High School Class of 1969 will have a meeting on Sat. September 10 at 10 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Cooper Recreation Center.
September 20
MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Sept. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.
September 22
STORY TELLER: Delores Hydock, actress and storyteller, will present ‘Soldiers in Greasepaint: USO Camp Show Entertainers from World War II’ at Red Ridge Methodist Church (corner of Hwy 49 and 34) Sept. 22 at 11:30 a.m. Friends of the Dadeville Public Library will host this fun presentation by Delores, and she will tell us that it was bigger than Bob Hope! From Utah to the Philippines, from wrestlers and tap dancers to the biggest names in show business, from 16,000 servicemen in a southern France amphitheater to 20 GI’s in jeeps, USO camps were part of an inspiring story of volunteerism, patriotism and service. She shares with us her stories, pictures and video excerpts of some of the 7000 camp performers who brought music and laughs to US servicemen far from home during WWII. Call 256-825-7820 for more information.
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will not be able to attend school until their hair has been cut.” Wilkinson denied use of the phrase “thot fros” and said his remarks were about certain hairstyles in general. “We usually have an assembly where we address the dress code, but our 10th through 12th graders do a really good job with it, so we didn’t do that this year,” Wilkinson said. “So I talked about some things this morning that were directed at our 9th graders, including hair. I talked about bright fluorescent colors, contrasting colors, hair that covers the eyes and I said something about a style ‘some of you guys – in reference to what I’ve heard some of them (students) say – call nappy.’ A few of the students are taking it to the extreme. We need to get the color out, put it in braids or trim it by Friday.” About “thot fros,” Wilkinson said, “I don’t even know what that means.” Angela Harrison, a special education teacher at Benjamin Russell, said Wilkinson addressed nothing that is not covered in the dress code and said nothing inappropriate. “The wording may have been interpreted incorrectly because a lot of people interpret things differently,” Harrison said. “But it’s all basically under the umbrella of the dress code. She said Wilkinson did not use the phrase “thot fros.” “He said verbatim ‘nappy-hair look,’ which can refer to more than African Americans. And he said ‘to the extreme,’” Harrison said.
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Harrison, who also has an 11th-grade homeroom at BRHS, is black. Benton said that there were parents in the office at the time of the announcement who heard Wilkinson’s remarks. Benton said the measures Wilkinson mentioned about students’ styles were “taking their personalities away” and, although she had only “flipped through” the latest BRHS student handbook, she had not seen where these things were addressed. “I just think something needs to be done,” Benton said. “Not necessarily removal, but something.” Benton goes on to say in the change.org post: “Parents of the students are concerned, and would like answers! This is our heritage, the texture of their hair does not have anything to do with them receiving an education! We’re asking all that agree to sign this petition! We are tired of our boys being called out and frowned upon for representing who they are when they are only trying to receive an education just like everyone else!” In addition to Benton’s change.org post, The Outlook also received a news tip on Tuesday evening stating that black parents planned to boycott the high school on Wednesday morning due to the “announcement made by principal Wilkerson at BRHS referring to black kids’ hair as nappy thot hair.” Cooper said there was no evidence today of any boycott. “There was no evidence of that. We had the same attendance we had yesterday,” Cooper said.
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This year some see such events as this as highly important given events in the last several months involving law enforcement nation wide. “Nationally, this is the 33rd Annual National Night Out,” said Alexander Police Department Lt. James Orr. “It’s a nationwide campaign that promotes policecommunity partnerships, crime prevention, safety, and neighborhood camaraderie. This is the third time that we have done one and we are really looking forward to it. I think a lot of good comes out of it.” Orr said officers from the Alexander City Police Department, Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department, and Alexander City Fire Department, along with other first responders, churches and local government officials will have an opportunity to hand out safety information. “We are going to include all of our first responders and give the community an opportunity to come out, meet us, talk with us and share any concerns,” Orr said. “So many times when people meet a first responder it may be in a stressful situation. This will be a very relaxed setting and we want them to feel comfortable and understand what we do and how we can help.” In addition to visiting with law enforcement, hotdogs and drinks will be available. National Night Out is designed to: • Heighten crime and drug-prevention and foster safety awareness; • Generate support for and participation in local anticrime programs; • Strengthen neighborhood spirit and public safetycommunity partnerships; • Promote general safety in and around the home; and • Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. Even it is raining at home, Orr still wants everyone to come out. “Weather this time of year can slide around,” Orr said. “So we are hopeful things will workout.”
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“That is the city’s match, “ Council Member Randy Foster said. “We have been setting those funds aside for it. … But, I am a little hesitant to because the project has been in the works for five and half or six years. Within 10 days of letting the bid, they want our match. What happens if the project is delayed again. That is a lot of money.” The council took no action on releasing the funds as it wants more information on the project’s timeline. The council voted to consolidate its courthouse square renovation project with the county. With the consolidated project the City of Dadeville will take on the lead on the project but without any extra financial costs. The project is funded mainly with grants with matching funds coming from the Dadeville and Tallapoosa County. “Each entity is responsible for its own match,” Foster explained. The council wanted to remind everyone about the city’s sign ordinance for the upcoming municipal election. Foster read the city’s campaign/political sign ordinance. “Temporary political signs advertising campaigns of candidates for political offices or advertising, proposing, opposing, or relating views or positions upon a political question appearing or to appear upon an official election ballot may be erected in connection with elections or political campaigns,” Foster read. “No political signs shall be allowed within or upon a public right-ofway. Within residential districts only one sign per candidate or political issue may be placed upon any single lot of record. Within all other regular zoning districts, not more than two signs per candidate or political issue which shall not exceed six square feet are allowed. Political signs shall not be erected more than 90 days prior to the date of election, whether general or special, for which the person or issue adver-
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tised will appear on the ballot. Such signs must be removed within five days after the date of the election or run-off election has occurred. Please stress compliance with sign locations to campaign workers and supporters to avoid removal of these signs from the rights-of-way.” Foster explained that this ordinance has been on the books for a while and that it was voted on at the same time as ordinances for advertising signs. “The reason for the ordinance was to address advertising signs,” Foster explained. “We had people put signs up everywhere and nailing them to telephone poles.” City attorney Robin Reynolds spoke about the water and gas board to everyone in attendance explaining that the board was formed in 2009 and that it is separate from the City of Dadeville. Dadeville Public Library Director Abbi Mangarelli explained to the council that the server affected by a power surge was back operational with no data loss and that the library board and Friends of the Library were looking at cloud-based back up options. Mangarelli also told the council that the circulation desk was being moved to allow for growth in the library. The council learned that several property owners had requested to be taken off the demolition grant work and two others have made requests to be added. The council also heard from Dadeville resident Bill Farrington who asked the council about some commercial properties being added to the list. The Dadeville City Council also: • approved minutes from the last meeting. • approved recreation center rentals. • approved payment of bills. • approved amending the poll workers for the Aug. 23 municipal election. The next meeting of the Dadeville City Council is Aug. 30 at 5 p.m. at city hall.
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contracts and, in general, performs many of the same functions as a CEO of a private corporation. Section 11-43-81, Code of Alabama 1975. In municipalities of less than 12,000 inhabitants, the mayor also presides over council meetings and serves as a member of the council. In these cities and towns, the mayor may vote on any issue before the council, introduce measures and participate in debates to the same extent as members of the council. Section 11-43-42, Code of Alabama 1975. In cities with populations of more than 12,000, the mayor is not a member of the council. However, he or she has a veto over any permanent action taken by the council. The council can override the veto by a twothirds vote. Section 11-43-42, Code of Alabama 1975. The council is the legislative branch. The council has authority over the finances and property of the municipality. The council establishes policies, passes ordinances, sets tax levels, determines what sorts of services the municipality will offer and has authority over all other legislative aspects of municipal government. Section 11-43-56, Code of Alabama 1975. Citizens and councilmembers must understand that individual councilmembers, acting alone, have no greater power or authority than any other citizen of the municipality. The council can only act as a body at a legally convened meeting. No official action may be taken by any individual council member. All official action must be taken by the council acting as the governing body. The mayor is the chief executive officer of the city and is charged with the duty of supervision of
Forum make their decisions. “We want to arm the voters with all the information they need to make an informed decision as they pick the next leaders of Alexander City,” Baker said. “We think this forum will be a great tool to accomplish that goal. We appreciate Dr. Susan Burrow and Central Alabama Community College for allowing us to hold the forum in their incredible facility. It should be a great night.” Auburn University Political Science Professor Dr. Bridgett King will be the moderator for the forum. She praised people in Alexander City for holding forums to inform the voting public. “Just look at the headlines, you have a lot going on here,” King said. “I’ve done forums in other communities, but to have two that are as extensive as these is impressive and a great tool for voters.” Each candidate will be given three
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the affairs of the city under policies fixed by the council. For instance, the Attorney General has ruled that individual councilmembers cannot direct the activities of a municipal fire department, even pursuant to a properly enacted ordinance. AGO 1988-262. Other similar rulings include: Individual city councilmembers may not supervise and control municipal departments. The city council must approve expenditures of municipal funds. AGO 1991-147. A town council may not delegate its authority to appoint recreational board members to individual councilmembers. AGO 1991-402. It is clear, then, that the primary factor in the success of a municipal government lies in the working relationship between the mayor and the city council. Elected city officials must recognize that they have dedicated themselves for the next four years to accomplishing a common goal – providing the city or town with the best municipal government possible. To achieve this goal, the mayor and the council must maintain a harmonious working relationship. At times the mayor and the council will disagree over the best solution to a problem. Disagreement is not only inevitable, it can be healthy. Negotiating opposing viewpoints can often lead to unexpected solutions. City officials must learn that when an opposing view is taken by someone else in government, it is merely a different opinion on the best way to represent the citizens of the municipality. The success of municipal government also depends
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minutes to introduce themselves and give an opening statement. Candidates will take the podium in alphabetical order by districts. Following introductions, candidates will be asked two questions by the moderator relating to municipal affairs and council responsibilities and one question that is district specific. Unopposed candidates Scott Hardy and Tommy Spraggins have already been declared the winners in District 3 and District 5, respectively. Still, they will be given an opportunity to introduce themselves to the crowd. The candidates in the opposed races will be given three minutes each for rebuttal and closing statements. Plans are to carry the event live. Check the Outlook Facebook page and www. alexcityoutlook.com later today for details
upon the willingness of each individual councilmember to cooperate with other councilmembers in granting time, knowledge and experience toward representing the citizens of the municipality. Under the mayorcouncil form of government, the council is granted legislative powers to determine the policies that will be followed in the administration of the municipal government. In exercising these powers, the council determines the extent of the governmental and corporate functions of the municipal government. Equally vital is the willingness of the mayor to properly administer the ordinances passed by the council. The mayor is charged with the general supervision and control of municipal departments, programs, and facilities. The advice, recommendations and viewpoints of the mayor generally reflect the thoughts of the voters who elected him or her and are worthy of careful consideration by the council. The laws of Alabama necessitate a close working relationship between the council and the mayor. Without that spirit of cooperation, a municipal government will not function properly. Open communications between the mayor and the council should be maintained at all times. Before acting on any proposal, the council should carefully consider the advice, views and recommendations of the mayor. Similarly, the mayor should also listen to council discussions in order to understand the reasoning behind council actions and the intent of the council as it passes ordinances and resolutions.
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labama’s No. 1 ranking in the preseason Coaches Poll came as no surprise. For nine consecutive seasons, Alabama has now reached No. 1 in either the Coaches or AP Polls. Bear Bryant enjoyed similar dominance, reaching No. 1 or No. 2 in the AP Poll in 11 of 12 seasons from 1971 to 1982, and reaching No. 1 or No. 2 in the AP Poll from 1961 to 1967. This year’s Coaches Top 25, released last Wednesday, pretty much got it right. It’s hard to argue with 2015 national semifinalist Clemson at No. 2 or Oklahoma at No. 3. The Tigers and Sooners are expected to contend for the championship again this season and could very well meet in a playoff rematch. Some teams, however, leave me scratching my head. I’ll start with Tennessee. Yes, I’ve dissed the Vols a good bit, but a first place vote based on hypotheticals that have yet to remotely materialize raise eyebrows. Since 2005, the Vols have done no better than reach the Outback Bowl. I want hard proof this team is worthy of a first-place vote. You know, like go undefeated. Then there’s Ole Miss at No. 12. The Rebels lost five studs to the NFL, but return a star in quarterback Chad Kelly. OK, but FSU, Alabama, Georgia and LSU early on the schedule could bring a dose of reality back to Oxford, Mississippi. Didn’t Baylor lose its coach and a few star players during its scandal-rich offseason? But there they are, ranked No. 21. Auburn received 17 votes, but did not crack the Top 25. Based on last season, I’d say that’s about right for August. But sheesh … eight teams on the Tigers’ schedule (Alabama, Clemson, LSU, Ole Miss, Georgia, Texas A&M, Arkansas and Mississippi State) were either ranked in the Top 25 or received more votes than the Tigers. The next time Auburn plays a cupcake, remember the heavyweights it also plays between September and November. *** Sad ending: The tale of former Auburn running back Jovon Robinson, dismissed from the team last week, is disappointing. It can be argued that the highlight of his brief career on the Plains was making the cover of a preseason annual (Lindy’s) for a season in which he never played. Heading into the season, the Tigers now return just one running back, Kerryon Johnson, with any recorded college carries (52) or yards (208) to his credit. *** The All-Time Associated Press Poll was revealed last week, obviously to generate preseason fodder, with a powerhouse top five of Ohio State, Oklahoma, Notre Dame, Alabama and Southern Cal. Can’t complain there. The rankings were based on a formula that included total poll appearances, No. 1 rankings and national championships. Why was Alabama fourth, some might ask? Ohio State, Oklahoma and Notre Dame had more appearances and No. 1 rankings than the Tide despite Alabama’s previously mentioned runs in the 1960s, 1970s and today. The post-Bear Bryant era (Perkins, Curry, Franchione, Shula, etc.) didn’t help matters. Also, national championships (10 awarded to Alabama) were based only on the ones the Associated Press awarded, not the UPI or other phantom polls. Auburn came in ranked 16th, just a fraction behind Georgia. Since the AP poll has basically meant nothing since the BCS formula chose to exclude it years ago, this alltime ranking finally brings attention back to a poll that has otherwise been forgotten. Joe McAdory is the communications editor at the Auburn University Raymond J. Harbert College of Business and is the former sports editor at the Opelika-Auburn News.
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Horseshoe Bend senior Brandon Heard plans to make his final varsity season the Generals’ best.
Heard plans to help lead the Generals down the road to redemption By CATHY HIGGINS Sports Editor
Horseshoe Bend opponents hoping to make headway on the scoreboard this season may find themselves up against a wall — in the form of Generals defensive end Brandon Heard. Wearing the No. 32 jersey for the Generals, the senior comes in at 5 feet, 7 inches tall and 205 pounds. In his three years on varsity, Heard has done some damage to the other side’s offense. For starters, his tackles just keep getting better and better. He went from just making nine as a freshman to 39 as a sophomore and then topping out
last year with 56. So far that’s a career total of 104 tackles, 72 of which were solo, at an average of four tackles a game. And eight of them lost yards for the other side. But that’s still not good enough for Heard, who only looks to keep racking up those tackles. “I want to make an average of about 10-12 tackles perr game,” he said. Tackles aren’t Heard’s only talent for thwarting the quarterback. The four sacks in his career got the job done by losing 43 yards for the oppo-
sition. While making it a tough time on the gridiron for the other guy’s efforts to move the ball is Heard’s specialty, he also holds his own as an offensive guard. Plus, his freshman touchdown reveals his potential to put p numbers on the board for the Generals. D e s p i t e Heard’s efforts, the Generals lost all but their first game against Beulah High last season. “It was a little rough last year,” Heard said.
This season, the senior looks for Horseshoe Bend to turn things around significantly. “We’re practicing a lot harder and we’re looking to do a lot better,” Heard said. “We want to at least make it to the playoffs.” Since this is Heard’s final season on varsity, he’s taking some ownership in turning things around for the Generals by taking on a leadership role. “And get stuff done that needs to be done,” he said. Horseshoe Bend opens its season at home in two weeks as the Generals host Donoho at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 25.
BRHS announces sale of Wildcats football season passes Benjamin Russell High School football season tickets go on sale next week. The cost of a season ticket is $36 guarantees a reserved seat for each of the Wildcats’ four home games this football season. Season tickets will be available to last year’s season ticket holders from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15, through Thursday, Aug. 18, in the BRHS gymnasium. The season tickets will then be available for the public to purchase on Monday, Aug. 22. For more information, call the BRHS office at 256-234-8611 or email BRHS athletic director Pam Robinson at probinson@alex.k12.al.us.
matchups against the Crimson Tide, including three overtime thrillers, since 2012. Though this contest will not officially count in the record books, Auburn is ready to play against an opponent wearing something other than the burnt orange and navy blue kits. Auburn comes in with high expectations after its most successful season in program history with an appearance in the Sweet 16 and coming in ranked at No. 12 in the NSCAA’s annual preseason poll. The Tigers have met those challenges head-on thus far into the preseason schedule. After Auburn’s duel with Alabama, the Tigers close out the preseason with its final exhibition of the year at Mercer on Saturday at 6 p.m.
Auburn Set to Square Off with Alabama in Exhibition
Alabama men’s tennis team announces fall schedule
With over a week of practices in the books, Auburn is set to pit its talents against in-state foe Alabama in an exhibition contest tonight. Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m. at the Auburn Soccer Complex. The Tigers have taken the last four
The Alabama men’s tennis team revealed its 2016-17 schedule today, which features six fall tournaments and 21 regular season match-ups. The Crimson Tide will host two tournaments, the Crimson Tide Four-In-The-Fall
(Sept. 23-25) and the SEC Fall Classic (Nov. 4-6), serving as bookends of its fall schedule. The team will appear at home for 10 dual matches in the spring. The Crimson Tide begins the fall portion of its schedule by hosting the FourIn-The-Fall team event for the second consecutive year, and the tournament includes Alabama, Columbia, Memphis and Tulane. Alabama will travel for its next four tournaments, heading to Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Oct. 1-10, to compete in the annual Saint Francis Health Systems ITA All-American Championships. On Oct. 13-16 the Tide will travel to the campus of in-state rival and conference foe Auburn to participate in the USTA/ ITA Regional Championships, before transitioning to Birmingham on Oct. 28-Nov. 6 to participate in the USTA $10K Futures tournament. For the final two fall tournaments Alabama will travel to Flushing Meadows, New York, on Nov. 3-6, as a part of the USTA/ITA National Indoors, before concluding the fall season by hosting the SEC Fall Classic.