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Council holds vote on candidate qualifications By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer

During Monday’s regular city council meeting there was a lot of back-and-forth between members of council concerning candidate qualifications, including residence qualifications. Last week mayoral candidates were asked to submit proof of residency and, after reviewing the information, one councilman raised potential concerns. “The law clearly states that if a question is raised concerning the qualifications of a candidate the deci-

sion thereon should be made by the court,” said Councilman David Stough. “ As we all know, there have been some questions and this city council is not authorized to make that decision.” Immediately following his statement, Stough made a motion to file against a mayoral candidate. “At this time I’d like to make a motion that a declaratory judgment be filed against Jeanna Kervin, candidate for mayor,” he said. Councilman Bill Godwin was quick respond to the motion.

“I’d like to be on record to say that we have reviewed the information that we asked the candidates to turn in. Four out of five candidates have turned the information in. One is out of town and was out of town prior to the memo requesting the information. I feel that we, as a council, should be satisfied with the information we received, regarding residency qualifications.” After Godwin made his comment Councilman Wilson seconded the motion brought forth by Stough. See COUNCIL • Page 3

City at risk with Land and Water Conservation

The House of Love and Mercy announced that Laura Vance would be filling the shoes of former housemother, Leyda Calderon. Vance recently moved to the area from Knoxville, Tennessee. Pictured left to right: Pastor Gauntt, Laura Vance and Nina Gauntt

By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer

Tallassee city officials may have found themselves in a “Catch 22” with the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Many of the city’s parks, including O’Brien Stadium, were constructed using the Land and Water Conservation Fund. LWCF offers 50/50 matching grants with the understanding that certain governing regulations will apply to these projects. Greg Clark with the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs addressed the mayor and council during Wednesday’s special city council meeting. Clark explained that the city’s Land and Water Conservation Fund projects were undergoing inspection and a “series” of deficiencies have been identified. “Last week we had the opportunity to meet with ADECA’s manager

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The Yard of the Month for July was presented to Hank and Joy Golden. The Goldens live on North Ann Avenue and they will hold the title until August when the next Yard of the Month will be announced. Pictured from left are: Susanna Fillingham, Joy Golden, Hank Golden, Jennie Grant and Erik Creswell.

The Elmore County Commission is requesting names of every Elmore County service member that has been deployed on behalf of our country since Sept. 11, 2001. The Commission recognizes the importance of continuing to memorialize the service and sacrifice of the citizens of Elmore County who have protected our freedom. The original 9-11 Memorial was

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While summer brings with it a time for relaxation for many, the campus and halls of Tallassee Elementary School are filled with hard work in order to get the school ready for the 2016-17 school year. During the week you can find floors being waxed, carpets being cleaned, AC units being serviced, and walls being painted. For Tallassee Elementary School, those things that come with it are a year round event. “We have been working very hard over the summer. We were able to paint the Pre-K, kindergarten, and 1st grade halls this summer after doing the other half of the school the previous year. Floors are currently

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dedicated in June 2005. The Commission renewed efforts in June 2011 to request additional names through Dec. 2015. Two new granite memorials were added to the current layout just before Memorial Day of this year. The request for names from 2011 – 2015 produced an additional 175 names, which were added to one of the new memorials. The Commission’s intention was to leave plenty of See COMMISSION • Page 3

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Obituaries Frances Thrash

Mrs. Frances Benton Thrash, 68, of Tallassee, passed away July 11, 2016. She was born July 15, 1947. Funeral service will be Friday, July 15 at 11 a.m. at Linville Memorial Funeral Home with Rev. Jason Hamilton officiating. Visitation is from 10 a.m. until time of service. Burial will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Linville Memorial Funeral home directing. She is survived by her husband, Douglas Verdell Thrash; son, Douglas Gabriel Thrash; daughter, Emmy Lue Thrash; adopted daughter, Connie Benton and granddaughter, Diamond Marie Oliver. Online condolences at www.linvillememorial.com. Linville Memorial Funeral Home Eclectic, Alabama

Robin Gilson

Ms. Robin L. Gilson, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Thursday, July 07, 2016, at the age of 45. Memorial services will be Friday, July 15, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. from Elam Baptist Church with Rev. Gene Bridgman officiating, Jeffcoat Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until service time. Robin is survived by her children, Stephanie Anderson, Brittany Labonte, Autumn Labonte, Mackenzie Gunn and Zachary Hammonds; boyfriend, Jay Sayers; grandchildren, Izaiah Anderson, Tianna Anderson and Ke’Zhari Hutchinson; siblings, B.J. Byers, Lisa Hall, Eric Tierno, Ashley Gilson and

Travis Gilson; special friend and caregiver, Lisa McGhar; several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Richard A. Gilson and Sandra J. Westaway-Rector. Online condolences are available at: www.jeffcoatfuneralhome.com. Jeffcoat Funeral Home Directing Tallassee, Alabama

Patricia Hughes

Patricia Roberts Hughes, 68, of Notasulga, gained her heavenly wings on July 8, 2016, at her home surrounded by family. Funeral services will be Monday, July 11, 2016, at Notasulga First Baptist Church at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Tim Moore and Rev. Bill Cannon officiating. Burial will follow in Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, July 10, 2016, at Notasulga First Baptist Church from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Mrs. Hughes was preceded in death by her parents Lester and Minnie Lee Roberts and her infant sister Sandra Gayle Roberts. She is survived by her husband of 52 years Robert “Bob” Hughes; her daughter Sandra (Jeffrey) Young; her son Robert Earl (Alycia) Hughes; her grandchildren Hope (Andy) Chamness, Shawn (Mindy) Worley, Robert Hughes, Jr., Colton Hughes, Brodie Hughes, Scott (Jenny) Young, Casey (Natalie) Young, and Bonnie Hollon; her greatgrandchildren Lane and Adleigh Chamness, Dawson, Mason and Lily Hughes, Drew and Taylor Young, and Abigail and Wyatt Young; her sister

Sylvia Williams and many other family and friends. Serving as pallbearers are her nephews Keith Denton, Melvin Frizzell, Jeff Geter, Allen Hughes, Lavada Reeves, and Allen Williams. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Alan Rigsby and Lee Rigsby. Flowers will be accepted or memorials can be made to Notasulga First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 385, Notasulga, AL 36866. Send condolences at www.corbittsfuneralhome. com.

Wess Hilyer

Mr. Wess Hilyer, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, July 06, 2016, at the age of 58. Funeral services will be Friday, July 08, 2016, at 4:00 p.m. from Jeffcoat Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jay Woodall officiating. A private burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Wess is survived by his daughter, Stephanie Martin (Jason); son, C.W. Hilyer (Jessie); mother, Yvonne Hilyer; grandchildren, Hannah and Bryson Martin, Savanna and C.J. Hilyer; brothers, Mike Hilyer (Kathy) and Craig Hilyer (Melanie); sisters, Tina Graham and Cindy Johnson (Rodney); several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Linda J. Hilyer and his father, Charles W. Hilyer, Sr. The family will receive friends Friday, July 08, from 2:00 p.m. until service time at Jeffcoat Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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Edna Turner

Mrs. Edna Earl Turner, 77, of Dadeville, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2016. She was born January 4, 1939. Funeral service will be Wednesday, July 6, at 12 noon at New Prospect United Methodist Church with Rev. Bob Bachant and Rev. Dan Rhodes officiating. Visitation is at the church from 10 am until time of service. Burial will follow at the church cemetery, Linville Memorial Funeral home directing. She was a life long member of New Prospect United Methodist Church, an exceptional, loving wife, mother, grandmother and a loyal friend to many. She enjoyed her family time, sewing, reading, cooking and serving others. She was especially known for her delicious strawberry cake and a smile that lit up her entire face. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Billy Turner; son, Terry W. Turner (Carol); daughter, Belinda Turner; brother, Ferrell Casaday (Maxine); grandchildren, Meredith Grant (Ryan), Matthew Parham; Kenneth Davis Jr. and Gracianna Turner. She is preceded in death by her parents, William Floyd and Clara Lucile Casaday; brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Agness Casaday; sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Joe Haggerty; and niece, Linda Haggerty Jones. Flowers accepted or donations may be made to New Prospect UMC, Cemetery Fund, 198 Butterfly Lane, Dadeville, AL 36853. Online condolences at www.linvillememorial.com.

Brewer announces candidacy for Board of Education seat STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Lacey Brewer is announcing her candidacy for Tallassee City Schools Board of Brewer Education, Ward 7. Lacey is a 1985 graduate of Tallassee High School and has a bachelor’s degree from Auburn University – Montgomery. She has worked for Neptune Technology Group Inc. for 26 years. She is currently the credit manager. She is a lifelong resident of Ward 7. Her father is the late Ralph Brewer, a Tallassee city employee, and her mother is the late Betty Brewer, a teacher for many years in the Tallassee school system. Lacey is an active

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who were living there with their father, his girlfriend and her child. They had lived in Montgomery for about a year when Vance was asked to move to there and live with them. Vance admits it was not the most traditional situation; however, it allowed her to be with her children. “It was a crazy situation, but good for my kids. I just wanted to be with them, it didn’t matter the circumstances,” she said. “After not being with them, that’s all I wanted.” Unfortunately, this situation did not last long before Vance found herself homeless. “I Googled homeless shelters in Montgomery and The House of Love and Mercy popped up,” she said. “I know that was a gift from God because it’s not really a homeless shelter and it’s not in Montgomery.” After finding the information for the HOLAM, Vance reached out to Pastor Gauntt. “When I got off the phone I was a mess,” she said. “I was happy to have a place to go and it turned out to

Tallassee and she hopes to continue her education. “My goal is to finish school and work there in a better position,” she said. Vance says there are many advantages to living in this small city and the beauty of Tallassee reminds her of Tennessee. “I don’t have a history here. I don’t have the negativity following me here. The church has truly saved my life and I don’t want to leave,” she said. “I like the small town. I enjoy it. Knoxville is beautiful and Tallassee reminds me of home.” Vance hopes to use her past troubles to steer women on to the right path. “I want to tell the women about Jesus,” she said. “To share what I’ve learned with other people is what I am most excited about going forward,” she said. Vance says she enjoys the small town and plans on staying in Tallassee as the House of Love and Mercy’s housemother for as long as possible.

be the best thing that ever happened to me. Being here has changed my life.” Pastor Gauntt and his wife, Nina, have done a lot for Vance. “Pastor Gauntt has taught me that I am valuable,” Vance said. “As a human, as woman, as a child of God. I didn’t have much self-esteem when I came here and he showed each of us that we are valuable in our own separate ways and that we deserve to be treated that way.” After the previous housemother left, Pastor Gauntt asked Vance to fill the position. After the opportunity rose, Vance accepted. She had already attended college in hopes of becoming a psychologist and this opportunity was along the same lines. “I almost have my bachelors degree in psychology and this is all I have ever wanted to do, help people in need,” Vance said. Vance is also employed at The Learning Tree in

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Stough and Wilson voted in favor of the motion; however, Rygiel, Johnson, Blalock, and Godwin were opposed and the mayor abstained from voting. After the vote was read, Godwin expressed his approval. “We have the information. I think we are satisfied at this point. At this time the city is not taking any action regarding the residency qualifications for the four candidates based on the information we reviewed.” The information Godwin refers to was discussed in the work session prior to the city council meeting. During the session, Stough read a letter, which stated a candidate was selling their permanent residence, which

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council discussed “what options were available” to “gather information”. As of now, all of the current mayoral candidates remain in the race.

is not inside the Tallassee city limits, and when and if that happened they would become a permanent resident of the city of Tallassee. Stough firmly believes this does not meet proper candidate qualification as written under Alabama law. “I’m not aiming at anyone. I just want the laws to be upheld,” Stough said. “According to the law, the city council cannot make that decision, it has to be left up to the law. It clearly states in the law Alabama code 1975.” This all comes on the heels of two previous executive sessions for possible litigation. After the executive session held on July 6, Councilwoman Heather Johnson explained that the

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room to add additional names in the future. Commission Chairman David Bowen stated, “The Elmore County Commission wants every veteran that has served to be honored for their service and their names memorialized for posterity.” This year marks 15 years since Sept. 11, 2001, and the Elmore County Commission is planning a rededication ceremony for Monday, Sept. 12. Further details will be provided closer to the ceremony. The Commission is giving citizens another opportunity to provide names for the memorial prior to the ceremony. In order to allow time for the new names to be engraved prior to the ceremony, the Commission will accept names through July 31. To submit the name of an Elmore County service member deployed since Sept. 11, 2001, citizens can visit www.elmoreco.org to fill out an online form or call the Commission Office at (334) 514-5841 ext. 5006. Name, rank, branch of service and dates of service needs to be provided.

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Cher Ami: A life-saving heroine with feathers

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he so-called “History Channel” needs to change its name to something like “The Junk Channel.” And intelligent viewers would probably opine that there could be more than one interpretation of the new moniker—many of the programs are about junk; i.e., items brought into a pawn shop or found in somebody’s storage shed, as well as items that are in a dilapidated condition and are being restored. On the other hand, many of the History Channel’s programs are junk—dopey “reality shows” (RE: some of the programming cited in the previous paragraph) as well as documentary shows that wore out their premise of intrigue long ago (these days, it wouldn’t be surprising to see “Ancient Aliens” blaming UFOs for kidnapping the Lindbergh baby). But for those who are still seeking stories about bona fide history, a series called “Mysteries at the Museum” on the Travel Channel is a decent diversion. The host looks like a Jack Reacher wannabe. Each epi-

sode consists of several short profiles of individuals or events associated with an object found in a museum. And one inspiring profile on “Mysteries at the Museum” probably brought tears to many animal lovers’ eyes and is exemplary of the kind of historical anecdotes all Americans ought to know. The museum relic was a small military kit that was utilized when trained carrier pigeons were part of communications between (oftentimes strategic) locations. It included a roll of message paper, pencils, and small tubes in which messages were inserted; the tube was then affixed to a leg of the bird. The pigeon would then be released and would rapidly return to its home roost. And one pigeon named Cher Ami (French for “Dear Friend”) lived up to her name in a legendary and miraculous mission during World War I. On Oct. 3, 1918, nine companies of the U.S. Army’s 77th Division—over 500 men, which history would call “the Lost Battalion”—were surrounded by German troops during the Battle of Argonne

The So-Called Column By Willie G. Moseley Forest. Their numbers were quickly decimated by enemy fire. Runners were sent towards the rear American positions, but were either killed, captured by Germans or became lost. The commander of the battalion, Maj. Charles Whittlesey, opted for use of carrier pigeons, but more than one bird was shot down by German sharpshooters. One avian messenger that got through delivered an erroneous set of coordinates regarding the location of the trapped American soldiers and misdirected American artillery shells—“friendly fire”—began falling onto the beleaguered soldiers. Whittlesey attempted to get a message through to the rear and only one pigeon, a hen named Cher Ami, was left. His

scrawled entreaty read: “We are along the road parallel to 276.4. Our own artillery is dropping a barrage directly on us. For heaven’s sake, stop it.” The message tube was strapped to the bird’s right leg and she was released. Cher Ami soared skyward, heading towards her home roost, some 25 miles away. And here’s where historical research seems to get a bit fuzzy. One version of the story recounts that she, too, was shot down. Another recollection states that a shell exploded directly beneath her, killing five American soldiers. Regardless, the bird was grievously wounded, and fluttered helplessly to the ground. Then, somehow, Cher Ami got airborne again. She covered the 25-mile distance in approximately 25 minutes and the misdirected artillery fire abruptly ceased. A relief force finally arrived on the afternoon of Oct. 8. Of the original 554 men in the “Lost Battalion,” 194 walked out of their hellhole. Others had been killed, were wounded or were missing. Handlers who examined

the bird were astounded—the explosion or rifle shot that had knocked her out of the air had destroyed her right leg; the message tube was dangling on a ligament. She had a bloody wound in her breast and had been blinded in her right eye. Cher Ami would return to the U.S. from France, having been seen off by Army hero Gen. John Pershing. She was awarded a Croix de Guerre medal with Oak Leaf cluster and was fitted with a prosthetic leg. She died of complications from her war wounds on June 13, 1919. Her body was mounted and is on display at the National Museum of American History in Washington. Wow. Following its natural instincts, a (trained) bird saved the lives of some 200 Americans almost a century ago. What an uplifting (true) story. Now that’s history. Willie Moseley is the news editor emeritus of The Tribune and a regular columnist for The Tribune.

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The dollar bill has lasted through a lot of lifestyle changes

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et’s go back to the late forties and fifties when I was a

boy. A dollar bill was something to dream of. We never thought above a dollar bill. It’s nothing nowadays for a granddaughter to ask for $10 to go downtown for something to eat or $40 for gas money. The minimum wage was 75 cents per hour and a good wage was $1 per hour. The mill paid about $8 a day and five cents more for the third shift. That’s 40 cents per night or $2 more per week. You’d be surprised how many people chose the third shift for that $2 more. That gave them $42 a week, hourly pay. A second-hand made $20 more or $62 a week. Now, you see why a teenage boy placed such value on a one-dollar bill. When we did get a dollar we hated to turn it loose. We would take it out and study it. If you have one, I’ll tell you

The Coffee Breaker By Ronald Brantley a little bit about it if I can. Take the bill out of your billfold and look at it. The bill goes by two or three names; some people call it a single, others call it a buck and still others call it a bill. Sometimes we hear people say while making change I owe you a buck, fifty or a buck, twentyfive. The bill has other sizes but in 1929 they made it the size it is now. Look, it has an eye on it and there are a lot of stories about that eye but as far as I can find out it’s a masonic sign. Most of our influential forefathers were masons. They estimate that a dollar will last about 5.8 years. I wonder who all uses it and what it will do in that 5.8 years? Wouldn’t

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it be fun to trace one? In the military I have seen them in a crap game or card game on payday night in the barracks. I have seen men get paid and lose their entire paycheck in one night. I’ve loaned men a dollar for cigarettes because they ran out of money before the end of the month. That dollar may have helped make the down payment on an engagement ring or wedding band for two people in love, or a cup of coffee and a piece of pie for someone that didn’t know where their next meal was coming from. That very dollar you’re looking at could be the start of a nest-egg that sent a young person to college. That dollar could be someone’s allowance and they were going to spend it on a ticket to the carnival. Four quarters make a dollar or two rolls of pennies and we used to get half-dollars but that is almost a thing of the past. And we never

see the big silver dollars. How many times have we seen a young boy with a billfold with that one dollar he has tucked inside? On the dollars we see today it says Federal Reserve note and people generally save the ones with silver certificate on them. There’s thirteen stars above the eagle’s head, thirteen steps on the pyramid and thirteen bars on the shield and all stand for the thirteen colonies and thirteen arrows in the eagle’s claws. The roman numeral on the pyramid stands for 1776. I guess I’ve talked enough about the onedollar bill. I can also tell you this: most of us have never had enough of them. People have killed for a dollar. People have lied for a dollar. I hope if you have one you use it for the good it can do. Brantley is a long-time Tallassee resident and regular columnist for The Tribune.

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Inside the Statehouse By Steve Flowers

Race for White House will be fun to watch

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s if we have not been inundated enough with politics this year, hold on to your seats. Over the next few weeks that is all you will hear, read or see. The Republican Convention is set for July 18-22 in Cleveland and the Democratic Convention will begin on July 25 in Philadelphia. After a full year of primaries, caucuses and delegate collecting, the field is finally set for the fall campaign for president. After the July conventions are over, the race is on between Democrat Hillary Clinton and the Republican standard-bearer Donald Trump. Trump has been the story of the year. He vanquished a field of stellar and sterling Republicans. It was quite a quest. He locked up the GOP nomination in May. It took Hillary a little longer to put away socialist Bernie Sanders. In fact, Sanders won more primaries than Clinton and got almost as many votes. The results of the primaries throughout the country reveal that there are two extreme political parties in America. The Democratic Party of Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton is extremely liberal and the Republican Party of Donald Trump and Jeff Sessions is extremely conservative. George Wallace would be hard pressed to run around the country today running for president as a third party candidate spouting his famous line, “There ain’t a dimes worth of difference in the national Republican and Democratic parties,” because there is a vast difference. In fact, they ought to simply change the names of the Republican Party to the Conservative Party and the Democratic Party to the Liberal Party. There is a good reason we are a reliably red Republican state. We are indeed one of the most conservative states in America. Donald Trump will carry Alabama overwhelmingly in November and we will proudly cast our nine electoral votes for the GOP nominee for the tenth straight presidential election. We have voted for the Republican nominee in every election since 1980. A Democrat has not carried Alabama since Georgian Jimmy Carter in 1976. The race for the White House will be fun to watch. You have a matchup of two brash, blustery New Yorkers. Hillary Clinton, the former First Lady, U.S. Senator from New York and Secretary of State is making history as the first woman to be the nominee of one of the two major political parties. She will also enter the fray as the favorite. The demographic changes in America and the slant of the Electoral College system favors a Democrat in the presidential selection process. However, I contend that Donald Trump, the flamboyant New York billionaire is the best candidate the Republicans could have fielded. His contentious, bold, provocative and uninhibited statements and behavior appeal to nonpartisan independents and blue collar men in the pivotal Rust Belt states of Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania. One thing is for certain, Clinton and Trump have the highest negative ratings of any presidential nominees in polling history. For years political experts have professed that a candidate cannot win an election with a negative approval rating of over 25%. Unbelievably, the polls show that Trump has a negative rating of 60% and Clinton has an unfavorable rating of 54%. That is amazing, yet one of them will be elected President of the United States. Experts say that Trump has to tone down his rhetoric. He must build a campaign infrastructure and he must be more specific with his campaign promises and not just use slogans and code words. Hillary, first of all, needs to warm up some, if possible. She comes across as remote and distant. She must woo and attract young voters. Millennials do not trust her. She also has to fight back when Trump blasts her because, believe me, he will. We are probably in for the most negative presidential campaign in your lifetime. As the campaign evolves, remember national horse-race polls are irrelevant. Under the Electoral College system it is winner take all in each state. Therefore, about six pivotal swing states are the important cogs in the equation. You need to know what the polls are saying in the key battleground states of Ohio and Florida. See you next week. Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. Steve may be reached at www.steveflowers.us.

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Cities should stay out of candidate policing activities

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ecently, I shared an opinion piece regarding the importance of making sure that local candidates actually follow the law and live within the districts and communities they claim to live in. In that piece, I lauded one Tallassee city council member for outlining the importance of following the law. I did not intend for my opinion though to be misconstrued that the city had or should play a role in the legality of candidate qualifications. Recently, the Tallassee City Council has had at least two closed-door executive session meetings, and one vote regarding the ability of candidates to be on the ballot. Also, they even went so far as to ask candidates for “proof” of residency, four of the five mayoral candidates complied. Lets go through why all of this is very, very bad. First, pursuant to Alabama law, executive sessions are only permitted in very limited circumstances. Section 36-25A-7 says that such sessions may only be held for nine specified reasons. One of those reasons found in subsection 3 states: To discuss with their attorney the legal ramifications of and legal options for pending litigation, controversies not yet being litigated but imminently likely to be litigated or imminently likely to be litigated if the governmental body pursues a proposed course of action, or to meet or confer with a mediator or arbitrator with respect to any litigation or decision concerning matters within the jurisdiction of the governmental body involving another party, group, or body. Prior to voting to convene an executive session under this exception the governmental body shall receive a written opinion or oral declaration reflected in the minutes from an attorney licensed to practice law in Alabama that this exception is applicable to the planned discussion. Such declaration shall not otherwise constitute a waiver of the attorney-client privilege. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if any deliberation begins among the members of the governmental body regarding what action to take relating to pending or threatened litigation based upon the advice of counsel, the executive session shall be concluded and the deliberation shall be conducted in the open portion of the meeting or the deliberation shall cease. This reason appears to be the closest reason used by the city

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council to support their use of executive sessions to discuss the matter of candidate qualifications, but it actually does not fit the intent of the statute. This statute is meant to confer the protections of an attorney client privilege nature on the city council and allow council members to discuss sometimes sensitive information with the city’s attorney. For instance, the city officials may wish to discuss certain facts of a case, the open discussion of which could be incriminating, or to discuss facts that do not need to be discussed in public for fear they may create additional legal ramifications for the city. The discussion though of whether candidates running for city offices, specifically the position of mayor, are qualified or not is not one of the discussions that should be conducted in a closed door meeting. When elected officials meet behind closed doors to determine the eligibility of candidates running for position, especially the positions they now hold, it creates the appearance of impropriety and the distinct possibility of corruption. City officials could be plotting to challenge certain “undesirables” or simply those they wish not to challenge them for their positions. While legally there is nothing against a city filing an election contest against a proposed candidate, it is actually a really bad idea in practice and is not an effective use of taxpayer dollars. Generally, individual taxpayers or the candidates themselves should file any legal challenge to a candidate’s qualifications. That is the most effective means of challenging such issues and places the contest in the locale most attuned to resolving the issue, the Alabama court system. The problem with the way Tallassee handled the situation is that municipalities could simply meet and confer about which candidates they wish to contest and which they don’t, perhaps based upon actual altruistic reasons, perhaps for more nefarious ones. Who then polices the policemen? This brings up another troubling issue. At some point, the city

council requested that candidates submit to them proof of residency. Again, it is not up to the city council to ask for such documentation. A recent elections manual produced by the Alabama League of Municipalities for the 2016 elections makes it clear: The receipt and filing of statements of candidacy constitute ministerial acts. The clerk and the mayor have no authority to judge the qualifications of a candidate including residency of the candidate. Their only job is to receive the statements which are properly filled out and see to it that the names of the candidates are properly placed on the ballot. If a question is raised concerning the qualifications of a candidate, a decision thereon should be made by a court. Before leaving the name of a candidate off the ballot after a proper statement of candidacy and the statement of economic interests have been filed, the mayor should have a court order or Attorney General’s Opinion to that effect. The ALM then goes on to site Harris v. McKenzie, a 1997 Alabama Supreme Court case for the idea that courts must decide residency. So, were the members of the Tallassee City Council secretly discussing candidate qualifications in a closed door meeting? If they were they were violating the law. Interestingly, one candidate apparently even provided possible evidence that she might not live in the city limits and yet the council voted to take no action. What then was the point of this entire song and dance? Why waste time even discussing it, especially when technically they have no real authority other than to possibly file a court contest case, which as stated above would be a bad idea? Additionally, the time for filing as a candidate is not complete, perhaps another candidate will file a last minute announcement. What if that occurs? Is that candidate subject to the same policing activity as the others? At this point, the city leaders in Tallassee need to wise up and stay out of the election contest game. If they are that concerned about who is running against them they need to contest those opponents themselves, filing their own actions in court and using their own money. Don’t use taxpayers’ funds to fight your battles for you. William Carroll is the managing editor of The Tribune.

Voting for statesmen can change the state of our country

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ames Freeman Clarke lived two centuries ago. The graduate of Harvard College served as a preacher in Kentucky, and later became a professor at Harvard’s divinity school. He was an abolitionist before its time; his then-radical views on ending slavery in the South didn’t make him many friends in his day. He is also credited with writing portions of “The Battle Hymn of the Republic.” A quote is attributed to him, which bears repeating during our current political season. Clarke wrote, “The difference between a politician and a statesman is that a politician thinks about the next election while the statesman thinks about the next generation.” Let that sink in for just a moment. Consider what we are witnessing all around us. How many times in recent weeks have you had a discussion with someone who is really, truly excited about this election year? I haven’t, either. Our cities are in chaos. Police brutality is being shown to exist in many places around the country, and recently we saw the terrible underbelly of retaliation with the attacks in Dallas. Terrorists are not always imported; there are homegrown acts of terror all the time, in schools, nightclubs, and movie theaters. And who do we have being presented to us as choices? In the Blue Corner of the ring sits a long-serving career politician who has coldly calculated her path to this

Bird’s Eye View By Michael Bird point in her life. She recently emerged from an investigation that would have crushed anyone else, but she appears to have emerged unscathed. And throughout the primary season, she faced a challenger who made serious inroads as a game-changing progressive in the Democratic party. He won the primaries in half of the states, but lacked the institutional pull of the frontrunner. In the Red Corner, we have perhaps the most arrogant businessman in America. Real-estate magnate, beauty pageant runner, casino owner, and from-the-hip public speaker, he too is changing the game on the Republican side. He fought off a truckload of challengers on what seemed like nightly debates, and using his own money, blasted through the party establishment like no one before him. But the man has no political experience, and even his supporters have to wonder exactly what he might look like as the leader of the free world. Think about the quote comparing a statesman with a politician. Look at every race for public office going on around you, and consider what you would like. You would probably want someone

with experience, yes? It is important to have some knowledge of the job in question, whether it’s city council, mayor, or president. But unlike many other careers, experience is not required or even necessary. Sometimes, a person may be gifted with a desire to serve, and believes that they have enough leadership qualities to take care of business. So, there’s both sides of the experience question there – and arguments may be made in the cause of each. That leaves us with the gist of Clarke’s quote. On the local level, we have great people running for these offices. Each of them offers things no one else can, with unique and individual ideas they wish to share with our citizens. Isn’t this exciting? So I am not concerned with the statesman vs. politician question here. As far as I am concerned, we have many statesmen (and women) in Tallassee. Nationally, however, think about it. With all the drama going on in our nation today and around the world, 2016 is shaping up to be a lot like 1968 – the year of riots at the Democratic convention, assassinations, casualties of war, and civil unrest. That year, a third-party candidate from Alabama revolutionized the entire election season and came really close to being a true contender nationally. I can’t help but stay glued to the radio and television as the next chapter in the American political saga unfolds over the next few weeks. Michael Bird is an educator and a regular columnist for The Tribune.

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Religion Briefs Episcopal Church of the Epiphany

On Saturday, July 16 from 9 to 11 a.m. Episcopal Church of the Epiphany will host “Beans & Rice.” The Beans & Rice ministry takes place the third Saturday of every month. At that time the Parish Hall is open to those in need of food, who may choose their preferred items from the selection available. On Sunday, July 17 a morning prayer worship service will be held at 10:30 a.m., with coffee hour to follow. For more information, visit the church website: http://epiphanytallassee.org/

Westside Independent Baptist Church

Cowabunga VBS July 11-15 from 6p.m. until 8p.m. All ages, nursery-adult are welcome

St. Vincent de Paul

OUR LIFE’S JOURNEY is a service of St. Vincent de Paul Church and airs weekly from 8:00-8:30 a.m. on 580 WACQ and FM 101.1 in Tallassee. Listen Live on www. wacqradio.com or the TuneIn app on your smartphone. The pastor of St. Vincent de Paul is Monsignor Charles Troncale. July 17 - Apostolic Authority and the Pope July 24 - Marriage and the Eucharist part 1 July 31 - Marriage and the Eucharist part 2 August 7 - Making Catholic Moral Decisions (Jim Toner) August 14 - Making Catholic Moral Decisions (Jim Toner) August 21 - By Faith Alone part 1 August 28 - By Faith Alone part 2 September 4 - Which Came First part 1 September 11 - Which Came First part 2

Westside Independent Baptist Church

One Day Revival, July 17. Dr. Ron Rielly, Evangelist for 36, founder and president of Ambassadors for Christ will be preaching. There will also be special music. This will be an exciting time at Westside Baptist and everyone is invited to join in the celebration.

First Baptist Reeltown

It’s time for Vacation Bible School at First Baptist Church, Reeltown. Come and join us as we take kids on the adventure of a lifetime. We will travel deep into the expansive and wonderful sea - the sea of God’s Word. When submerged, we will discover that Jesus didn’t just see what’s on the outside of people but looked deep down on the inside. So grab your goggles, step into your flippers, and dive in to find truth below the surface! VBS starts Sunday, July 10th and goes through Friday, July 15th. The time each night is 6 - 8 PM. You are always invited to regular services at FBCR. We have Sunday Worship services at 8:30 and 11 a.m.. Sunday School begins at 9:45 with classes for all ages. Wednesday night bible study begins at 6:30 p.m. and also includes a class for everyone. Please join us at FBCR. We are located at 16963 Hwy 49 S, Notasulga - ½ mile north of Reeltown school.

Salem Macon Baptist Church

Will have our 176th Homecoming Anniversary on Sunday July 17, 2016 at 10 a.m. Rev. Marc Pargo, former pastor of SMBC, will be our speaker. Our singers will be Sweet Assurance from Montgomery, AL. A fellowship meal will follow the worship service. Please invite all former members to come and enjoy seeing old friends and relatives. Salem Macon is located at 4647 Tallapoosa Street, Notasulga, Al, 14 miles east of Tallassee and 5 miles west of Notasulga. Rev. Mike Stephens is pastor and Tim Bunn is Music Director.

course MUSIC. Camp hours are: Sunday, July 10, 2-4 p.m., Kick-off party (mandatory) ; Monday-Thursday, July 11-14, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Thursday night, July 14, 7 p.m. program. To register, call the church office at 283-2195 or sign up on the bulletin. The cost of camp is $10 per camper, due upon arrival to camp.

Westside Baptist Church

Will celebrate it’s 54th anniversary on July 24. Dr. Robert Keeton, missionary with Rock of Ages Prison Ministry will be preaching in the morning service. Lunch will be served afterwards. There will also be special music. There will be no evening service on July 24.

Mount Olive Baptist Church

Glory be to God! Mt. Olive Baptist Church will be celebrating their 18th pastoral anniversary of Rev. L.D Holstick and First Lady Minister, Twinita Holstick. The celebration will be on July 24 at 2:30 p.m. Mt. Olive members, family and friends come join us as we celebrate this glorious anniversary for our pastor. Our guest speaker will be Rev. Jerry Humpry, pastor of Liberty Hill Baptist Church in Wetumpka, AL. Liberty Hill Baptist Church congregation will also accompany him. We would like for everyone to come worship with joy, love and giving thanks for the man chosen by God to be our shepherd. We are looking forward to seeing all of our brothers and sisters of Christ here to make a joyful noise unto the Lord, and also give thanks to our pastor.

East Tallassee United Methodist Church

First United Methodist Church

Choir Camp—That Joe-he’s so dreamy! The classic Old Testament story of Joseph is retold in the exuberant times and music of the 50s. It’s surfer beats, leather jackets, and surfboards but the gospel truth remains the same… trust the Lord with all your heart. This is a day camp open to anyone in the church or community that is entering first grade through those exiting sixth grade. We will learn an entire musical with narration, choreography, sets and of

The “River’s Edge Flea Market” is open every Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. All vendors are welcome: new items, old items, crafts, youth groups, ball teams, baked goods, produce and food. The flea market is sponsored by the East Tallassee UMC and is located across from City Hall. We will offer various priced booths. To reserve a space call Joan Wood at 334-312-4913. All proceeds raised by ETUMC will be used for church-sponsored programs.

Area Churches AME ZION Mt. Zion Chapel AME Zion 2340 Crenshaw Rd., Wetumpka 567-4413 Rogers Chapel AME Zion 709 W. Bridge St., Wetumpka 567-8144 Jackson Chapel AME Zion 4885 Coosada Rd., Coosada Jones Chapel AME Zion 2414 Ingram Rd. (Co. Rd. 3), Elmore ABUNDANT LIFE Abundant Life Church 9301 U.S. Hwy 231., Wetumpka 567-9143 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Agape Tabernacle Assembly of God 1076 Kowaliga Rd., Eclectic 541-2006 Bethel Worship Center 11117 U.S. Hwy 231., Wetumpka 5675754 Crossroads Assembly of God 2534 AL Hwy 14., Millbrook 285-5545 First Assembly of God 3511 Shirley Ln., Millbrook New Home Assembly of God 5620 Caesarville Rd., Wetumpka 5692825 BAPTIST Abraham Baptist Church Millbrook Antioch Baptist Church 1115 Antioch Rd., Titus 567-2917 Beulah Baptist Church 2350 Grier Rd., Wetumpka 514-2881 Blue Ridge Baptist 4471 Jasmine Hill Rd., Wetumpka 5674325 Brookwood Baptist Grandview Rd., Millbrook Calvary Baptist 504 W. Osceola St., Wetumpka 567-4729 Central Baptist 3545 W. Central Rd., Wetumpka 5412556 Coosada Baptist 20 Kennedy Ave., Coosada Deatsville Baptist 184 Church St., Deatsville Eclectic Baptist Church 203 Claud Rd., Eclectic 541-4444 Faith Baptist 64 Chapel Rd., Wetumpka 567-4417 First Baptist Church 205 W. Bridge St., Wetumpka 567-5191 First Baptist of Elmore Hwy. 14 Co. Rd. 74, Elmore Galilee Baptist 95 Old Georgia Rd., Wetumpka 567-4178 Good Hope Baptist 1766 S. Fleahop Rd., Eclectic Goodship Baptist

Hwy. 143, Millbrook Grace Baptist Old Montgomery Hwy., Wetumpka 567-3255 Grandview Pines Baptist Deatsville Hwy., Deatsville Green Ridge Baptist 288 Turner Rd., Wetumpka 567-2486 Harvest Baptist 2990 Main St., Millbrook Hillside Baptist 405 Old Montgomery Hwy., Wetumpka Holtville Riverside Baptist 7121 Holtville Rd., Wetumpka 514-5922 Lake Elam Baptist 4060 Gober Rd., Millbrook Liberty Hill Baptist 61 Crenshaw Rd., Wetumpka 567-8750 Lighthouse Baptist 2281 Main St., Millbrook Living Water Baptist 1745 Grass Farm Rd. (Co. Rd. 80), Weoka Millbrook Baptist Millbrook 285-4731 Mitts Chapel Baptist 935 Cold Springs Rd., Deatsville 5691952 Mt. Hebron West Baptist 150 Mt. Hebron Rd., Elmore 567-4441 Mountain View Baptist 1025 Rifle Range Rd., Wetumpka 5674458 New Harmony Baptist 3094 New Harmony Rd., Marbury 3121878 New Home Baptist 1605 New Home Rd., Titus 567-0923 New Hope Baptist 6191 Lightwood Rd., Deatsville 569-1267 New Lily Green Baptist 6504 Deatsville Hwy., Deatsville New Nazareth Baptist Hwy. 143, Deatsville Pleasant Hill Baptist Pleasant Hill Rd., Eclectic 541-3460 Prospect Baptist Prospect Rd., Eclectic 567-5837 Redland Baptist 1266 Dozier Rd., Wetumpka 567-8649 Refuge Baptist Church 3098 Red Hill Road Tallassee 334-857-2638 Rehoberth Baptist 8110 Rifle Range Rd., Tallassee 567-9801 Rushenville Baptist 10098 Georgia Rd., Eclectic 541-2418 Saint James Baptist 1005 Nobles Rd., Wetumpka 567-6209 Saint James Baptist 101 Gantt Rd., Deatsville 569-3006

Santuck Baptist 7250 Central Plank Rd., Wetumpka 567-2364 Seman Baptist Seman, Alabama Shoal Creek Baptist 13214 Holtville Rd., Deatsville 569-2482 Springfield Baptist Hwy. 7, Millbrook Thelma Baptist 810 Weoka Rd., Wetumpka 567-3665 Titus Baptist 6930 Titus Rd., Wetumpka 334-531-2120 Tunnell Chapel Baptist 210 Central Plank Rd., Wetumpka 567-2589 Victory Baptist 5481 Main St., Millbrook Wadsworth Baptist 2780 Hwy. 143, Deatsville 569-2851 BAPTIST - MISSIONARY Atkins Hill 565 Atkins Rd., Wetumpka 567-1141 Cathmagby Baptist 3074 Mitchell Creek Rd., Wetumpka 567-4787 First Missionary Baptist at Guilfield 412 Company St., Wetumpka 567-7455 Goodhope 1389 Willow Springs Rd. Wetumpka 567-7133 Lebanon 17877 U.S. Hwy. 231, Titus 514-1097 Mount Canaan 1125 Weoka Rd., Wetumpka 567-2141 Mount Pisgah 16621 U.S. Hwy. 231, Titus 567-3668 Mt. Zion 371 AL Hwy. 14, Elmore, 567-2613 Mt. Zion #3 1813 Luke Paschal Rd., Eclectic New Home 5130 Elmore Rd., Wetumpka 567-5966 Second Missionary 760 N. Bridge St., Wetumpka 567-8601 Spring Chapel Jasmine Hill Rd., Wetumpka 567-6493 Sweetwater 163 Michael Lane, Wetumpka 334-5389415 Tabernacle Baptist 1020 W. Tallassee St., Wetumpka 5670620 BAPTIST - PRIMITIVE Bethel Old School 4625 Jackson Rd. (C.R. 103), Wetumpka Providence 4850 Chana Creek Rd., Wetumpka

CATHOLIC Our Lady of Guadalupe 545 White Rd., Wetumpka 567-0311

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 9235 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 567-8100

CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ of Elmore 470 Caesarville Rd., Wetumpka 567-6670 Church of Christ Grandview Pines 165 Deatsville Hwy., Millbrook Cold Springs Church of Christ 5920 Alabama Hwy. 143, Deatsville Georgia Road Church of Christ 4003 Georgia Rd., Wetumpka 567-2804 Lightwood Church of Christ 251 New Harmony Rd., Deatsville 5691510 Redland Road Church of Christ 2480 Redland Rd., Wetumpka 514-3656 Wetumpka Church of Christ W. Bridge St. At W. Main St., Wetumpka 567-6561

LATTER DAY SAINTS Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 1405 Chapel Rd., Wetumpka 567-8339 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Cobbs Ford Rd., Millbrook

CHURCH OF GOD Elmore Church of God 10675 Rucker Road, Elmore Gethsemane Church of God 705 Cotton St., Wetumpka 567-9886 Church at the Brook 2890 Hwy. 14, Millbrook Maranatha Church of God 2621 Holtville Rd., Wetumpka 567-6786 Victory Tabernacle AOH Church of God Hwy 143, Millbrook Wetumpka Church of God Hwy. 9 N. Wetumpka 215-3091 CONGREGATIONAL CHRISTIAN Cedarwood Congregational Christian 10286 US Hwy 231 N, Wetumpka 5670476 Seman Congregational Christian 15970 Central Plank Rd., Seman Union Congregational Christian 8188 Lightwood Rd., Marbury 569-2122 EPISCOPAL The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany 2602 Gilmer Ave., Tallassee 252-8618 Trinity Episcopal Church 5371 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 567-7534 St. Michael & All Angels Church 5941 Main St., Millbrook HOLINESS New Beginnings Holiness 865 Crenshaw Rd., Wetumpka 567-9211 Summit Holiness 2050 Hwy. 14, Millbrook Temple of Deliverance Holiness 620 Alabama St., Wetumpka 514-3114

LUTHERAN Christ Lutheran Church 2175 Cobbs Ford Rd., Prattville PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church 100 W. Bridge St., Wetumpka 567-8135 Millbrook Presbyterian Corner of Main St. & Coosada Rd. Valley View Presbyterian - PCA 4125 Rifle Range Rd. Wetumpka 3862386 SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST First Elmore Seventh Day Adventist 210 Lucky Town Rd., Elmore 514-1020 INDEPENDENT METHODIST Claud Independent Methodist Church 81232 Tallassee Hwy, Eclectic 541-2552 UNITED METHODIST Cain’s Chapel United Methodist 96 Lightwood Rd., Deatsville 569-2375 Central United Methodist Church 11721 Central Plank Rd. Central Elmore United Methodist Church 40 Hatchet St., Elmore 567-8653 First United Methodist Church 306 W. Tuskeena St., Wetumpka 5677865 First United Methodist Church 3350 Edgewood, Millbrook Harmony United Methodist Church 8000 Titus Rd., Titus Mulder Memorial United Methodist 3454 Fire Tower Rd., Wetumpka 567-4225 New Style United Methodist 64 Old Georgia Plank Spur, Wetumpka 567-9840 Oak Valley Station United Methodist 162 Parsonage Road, Tallassee 541-3924 Pierce Chapel United Methodist 1003 Pierce Chapel Rd., Santuck 2656099 Providence United Methodist 1540 Providence Rd., Titus Robinson Springs Methodist Church 5980 Main St., Millbrook

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being stripped and waxed by our custodial staff and Jeff Baker and his crew are taking care of the carpets as we speak. Our parking lots are being resurfaced and re-lined and should be ready by the beginning of school. That is a project that has been needed and along with that endeavor there is some work that is being included that will help with a few drainage issues that we have had recently,” stated TES principal Jose Reyes, Jr. While there are quite a few ongoing jobs designed to improve and maintain the school’s facilities, there are quite a few academic and administrative duties transpiring as well. In order to prepare for the school year, staffing must be complete, class assignments and daily schedules created, summer camps held, and professional development completed by teachers. “There has been a great deal of labor that can be seen in the process of getting school ready but there has also been a lot of behind the scenes work as well. Staffing is almost complete and we expect very few additional changes. I am extremely pleased with the staff we have put together over the last couple of years. I can’t say enough about how well our newest staff members have performed to go along with the veteran talent we already had. We have had a couple of great summer camps with our 21st Century and Jump Start to Kindergarten programs. Both have helped tremendously in order to get some of our newest students

some early academic exposure and to provide our returning students with opportunities to maintain what they have already learned while at TES. Our teachers have taken many opportunities to improve their craft, specifically our exemplary attendance at the AMSTI offerings this summer. We were well represented. It has just been a great summer for us,” said Reyes. As school approaches, parents look for direction and information in order to make sure that all runs smoothly for their child just prior to and during the first week of school. Tallassee Elementary School has provided much of that information via social media in order to ensure that all parents and students are informed and ready for the first day of school on Wednesday, Aug. 10. Reyes stated, “ We have the information that parents need out there for their convenience. Currently, our TES website has Open House information for parents and we have the school supply list for each grade. Mrs. Lott does a great job getting this on our page and both are under the highlights section. Ms. Beacher will also send these lists to our local Wal-Mart the middle of July to help as well. Getting this out early gives parents a chance to get everything in order. I also would encourage all new enrollees to go ahead and take care of the enrollment process prior to the first day of school - especially our new kindergarten students – to ensure a smooth transition. We had a great

LWCF that handles the recreation program. He met with the mayor, the recreation director and myself to go over what they found,” said Clark. While the inspection process is still ongoing, several deficiencies have already been discovered. One is East Tallassee. “If you remember where the Funtastic Fort sits there is a fire station that sits right in the middle. Well that area was carved out back in the 80’s and another site was given to Land and Water as a replacement for that piece of land. That is over here in East Tallassee. It’s the old site of the old recreation center for East Tallassee. It was part of the mill,” Clark said. This undeveloped site is located on 1st Street, and, according to Clark, the city must develop a plan for a new park or recreation area under the guidelines set by the Land and Water Conservation Fund. According to Clark, these plans should explain what would be located there. Things such as playground equipment, grills and pavilions. Clark suggested requesting volunteers to help with this project and possibly incorporating the local Boy Scouts to help out as well. Deficiencies were also located at Funtastic Fort. “There are a series of deficiencies at that site,” Clark said. Among those deficiencies is a power line that spans over the skate park area of Funtastic Fort. This power line will have to be buried in order to meet LWCF standards. “It’s the power line that runs east/west,” said Rick Golden, director of the Tallassee Recreation center. According to Golden, the cost of correcting the listed deficiencies at Funtastic Fort could be close to $50,000. “Just to bury the line, it’s $3,000,” he said. Golden suggested removing the skate park and replacing it with a green space, which would cost much less. Deficiencies have also been found at O’Brien Stadium. Years ago there was a park adjacent to O’Brien Stadium. “That was a Land and Water Conservation site. If you remember, there used to be a playground at the football field that was all Land and Water,” Clark said. This park was complete with a playground, barbeque grills and a pavilion. Today, there is no park at O’Brien Stadium. The park was removed when the football field was renovated and it was never replaced. The track that once circled the football field at O’Brien Stadium must also be replaced under Land and Water Conservation guidelines. Because of renovations, there is limited space available at the stadium. According to Clark, the city now has to find additional acreage and replace the park

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year last year and I look for our successes to continue. We have a top-notch academic program in place and were thrilled with our extracurricular classes that we added last year that included Quest (Math and Science Enrichment), Computer Applications, and Art. My hope is that we will add a LEGO robotics class this year for our upperclassmen and I am currently working on that as we speak.” As you can see, life is busy at Tallassee Elementary School as work never stops in preparation for a new year. Teachers get back to work officially on Tuesday, Aug. 2 with students returning on Wednesday, Aug. 10. Open House will be held on Monday, Aug. 8. Students not currently residing in the Tallassee City Schools district but who are interested in becoming a part of the TES family can contact Reyes via email at jose.reyes@tcschools.com concerning non-resident enrollment information.

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The skate park located inside Funtastic Fort could be on the chopping block, if needed funds are not available to correct the “series of deficiencies” identified by the Land and Water Conservation Fund.

as part of the agreement created years ago with the LWCF. A new swimming pool has been an ongoing topic for sometime. The city was looking into using LWCF funding to build a new municipal swimming pool. “ADECA recommended using two grant resources for the pool. One is Appalachia. Appalachia funding cycle started yesterday, and Land and Water. It’s cycle begins next fiscal year in January,” Clark said. This; however, will not happen unless the city takes action to bring the named “deficiencies” up to LWCF standards. The discussion of building a pool using money borrowed from a bank did arise and Clark quickly pointed out the repercussions of not following through with past agreements. “Past council has signed agreements with ADECA that these things will be maintained and kept up to standards,” Clark said. “What ADECA can do, as a warning, they could cut you off from receiving any assistance. That is one thing you have to consider.” According to Clark, there

is no way around making these needed repairs. “These deficiencies have to be addressed,” Clark reiterated. The council is planning

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ALL ABOUT PEANUTS Are peanuts one of your favorite foods? Peanuts are not real nuts; they are legumes. Just like peas and beans, peanuts grow in pods. Peanuts are native to South America, but they are now grown in many places around the World. They need a warm climate and time to grow. The peanut plant is a small bush about two feet high with small yellow ÀRZHUV 7KHLU EUDQFKHV VSUHDG RXW DV WKH\ JURZ :KHQ WKH ÀRZHUV ZLWKHU DQG GLH DQ XQXVXDO SHJ IRUPV DW WKH EDVH RI WKH ÀRZHU 7KLV SHJ JURZV LQWR WKH JURXQG DQG WKH peanut pod begins to grow. A peanut actually grows and ripens underground. They are sometimes called groundnuts or earthnuts for this reason. After peanuts are harvested, they are stacked for four-to-six weeks and allowed to cure, or dry out. When a peanut is ready to be used, many different products can be made from them. The most comPRQ RI FRXUVH LV SHDQXW EXWWHU 2WKHU SURGXFWV VXFK DV SHDQXW RLO ÀRXU DQG VRDSV are also made from them. They can be salted, roasted or eaten plain. In the 1800’s, George Washington Carver, a famous agricultural chemist, found many different uses for the peanut.

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Area Calendar July 11 - 15

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Grace Baptist Church is hosting vacation Bible school July 11-15 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. each night. For more information or to pre-register, call 334-567-3255 or email at wetumpkagrace@gmail.com Grace Baptist Church is located at 304 Old Montgomery Highway behind the Wetumpka McDonalds and Gassett Funeral Home. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Calvary Baptist Wetumpka will be offering Vacation Bible School to children age 3 through 6th grade. The dates are July 11 – July 15 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The theme this year is “Submerged” – Finding Truth Below the Surface, Psalm 139: 23-24. For more information please contact the church office 334-567-4729 or visit our website www.calvarybaptistwetumpka.org

July 13

GIRLS CLUB: The Eclectic Girls Club will meet July 13 at 10:30 a.m. at the Kountry Kitchen in Eclectic. If you live in Eclectic or surrounding area, you are invited to make new friends, meet old acquaintances, enjoy food and fellowship. Lunch is $10.

July 15

MASTER GARDENER CLASS: The 2016 Elmore County Fall Master Gardener Class will be held at Elmore County Extension Auditorium in Wetumpka each Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. beginning September 1 through November 17. A light lunch will be provided. Applications are available at Elmore County 4-H located at 340 Queen Ann Road, Wetumpka, AL 36092. Those selected for the class will receive an acceptance letter on or around August 17. The fee for the class is $150. The class fee is not due until notification of selection for course. Applications received by Friday, July 15 will receive a $25 discount towards the class fee.

July 19

TUESDAYS WITH KELLY: Tuesdays With Kelly are lunch and learn events at noon on the third Tuesday of each month at The Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery 408 South Main Street. Bring a sack lunch, drinks and desserts provided. Free, Open to the Public, Fun, Music and Door Prizes !!! Tuesday, July 19 is “The Way I See It” with Priscilla Crommelin Ball and Lt. Colonel Quentin C. Crommelin, Jr., children of the late Priscilla Crommelin. DANCE CLASSES: Dance Generation registers now for fall classes. Registration at Tallassee Studio July 19 4:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m. For more information call Shawn at 334283-2201.

July 31

BACK TO SCHOOL: Calvary Baptist Wetumpka will be hosting our Annual “Back -2- School Bash on July 31 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more information on this event, please contact the church office 334-567-4729 or visit our website www.calvarybaptistwetumpka.org

August 13

Beulah Baptist Church will hold the Annual Teachers Luncheon on August 13 at 1:00p.m. In order to honor the Reeltown School Teachers and Aides and some other teachers from surrounding school systems.

August 26-27

The Tallassee High School Class of 1981 is planning its class reunion, to be held August 26 and 27 in Tallassee. If you are a member of the class and have not been contacted by a classmate, please call Suzy Solomon Wilson at 334-283- 8172.

ONGOING EVENTS

POOL SEASON: The Tallassee Pool season for 2016 will end Saturday, July 30. Hours of operation will be Monday-Saturday from 1pm-5pm. Daily pass is $3 per day and individual pass is $45, family pass for up to 4 in same household is $60 and 5 or more $75 for season. First session of swim lessons for ages 4 and up (must be 4 by time of lesson) will begin June 13-June 24, Second session will be June 27 –July 8 (closed July 4) Third session will be July 11-22. Registration fee for Tiny Tots is $55 and Levels 1-6 will be $65. You may register at Recreation Department until Thursday, May 26 and after May 26 please register at pool. WATER AEROBICS: Water Aerobics classes will go thru July 28th. Classes will be each Tuesday and Thursday night at 7:00 pm at the City Pool. No need to register...just pay $3 each day you exercise. Lap swimming will also be available during that time if you do not want to participate in the aerobic class. SWIM LESSONS: First session of swim lessons for ages 4 and up (must be 4 by time of lesson) will run through June 24. Second session will be June 27 – July 8 (closed July 4) Third session will be July 11-22. Registration fee for Tiny Tots is $55 and Levels 1-6 will be $65. You may register at Recreation Department until Thursday, May 26 and after May 26 please register at pool. CHILD FIND: The Tallassee City School System is launching its annual campaign to assist children—birth to age 21—who have disabilities and may need special services. The campaign urges parents, service providers, and concerned citizens to contact Child Find, a program to locate, identify and evaluate children with disabilities or children who are believed to have disabilities. The Tallassee City School System wishes to notify you of the availability of special education services in our public schools. If you have questions regarding our programs, or if you wish to refer a student, please contact Lynell Carr at (334) 283-5675 or Child Find (Alabama Department of Education) at 1-800-548-2547.”

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Humane Society prepping for Wags ‘N Whiskers auction By REA CORD Executive Director of Humane Society Elmore County

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hew! The 4th of July is an absolutely awesome day of celebration here in the good old USA, but one that shelters rather dread the day after. In this year’s case, it was a very long three-four days of fireworks, owners away from homes and a LOT of lost pets. Hopefully by now most have been reunited with their owners, but if not, and if you have not called your area shelter to report your missing pet, please make sure that is on your ‘to do’ list for tomorrow. To call us about your missing pet in Elmore County please reach us at 334-567-3377 MondayFriday 8-5 and Saturday 8-3. Also check surrounding area shelters as a good Samaritan might have taken your pet to a shelter in another county for many and varied reasons. To reach the Montgomery Humane Society call 334-409-0622 and the Prattville-Autauga Humane Society is at 334-358-2882. We are thrilled to announce that we now have a new way for our supporters to donate other than via Paypal. We now have links on our website homepage (http://www.elmorehumane.org/) and our Facebook banner so you can donate using your own credit card AND you have many options to tell us about your donation. You can set up recurring donations, donate

in memory/honor of a loved one, donate for a specific use, share your donation if you choose and more. You will receive an immediate tax donation receipt and then we will follow-up with our thank you for your support. We are certainly grateful to all of our many supporters and hope this makes donating even easier for everyone! Only three weeks until our 11th annual Wags ‘N Whiskers Auction on Friday, July 29, 2016 at the Wetumpka Civic Center, 212 S. Main Street, Wetumpka. Check out all the items (less any ‘too late to classify”) that will be up for auction at: www. elmorehumane.auction. This is both a silent and live auction and we can pretty well guarantee there will be something for everyone. The doors to the Civic Center will open at 6 p.m. and be prepared for a long line to get in! DJ Ziggy from PowerSounds USA will be our Master of Ceremonies and you will definitely enjoy heavy hors d’oerves provided by Creek Casino Wetumpka. From 7:15 – 8 p.m., Scott & Michelle Williams, and the crew from High as the Sky Auction Company, will liven everything up during the fast paced live auction portion! Silent Auction bidding will go on throughout and continue until the final whistle. For your planning this is a fun evening that could well last until 9 p.m bidding wise. Once bidding is over our many auction volunteers will then help everyone collect their items

and complete final payment processing. Besides all the great auction items, there will be super door prizes and chances to win either a huge Alabama or Auburn Football basket chalked full of items! You can pre-purchase tickets ($25 couple/$15 single) at our shelter (255 Central Plank Road, Wetumpka) or at the door. We also have only a couple of tables seating eight for $300 – come to the shelter or call us at 334-567-3377 to pay for your table before they are all gone! And we have plenty of fliers if you would like to help us advertise around the River Region. Our Silent Auction is a definite ‘go to’ event and all of the proceeds raised help us care for the 300+ pets with us during this very busy time of year. You are bound to run into many fellow animal-loving friends while also enjoying an evening of fun bidding, great food and knowing you are supporting a great cause!

HSEC Pet of the Week - Liddy and Phoebe Liddy and Phoebe are two, simply adorable, 12-week-old, female tabby kittens in search of their forever homes. We have many kittens from 9-16 weeks old, a variety of colors and coat lengths and each kitten will just crawl into your heart and lap. Our adoption fees are $100 for dogs & $50 for cats under 1 year old; cats over one year old can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of their choosing. This adoption fee completely covers the mandatory spay or neuter, basic immunizations, de-worming, microchip, heartworm check for dogs,

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Tiger Sharks on the move By CARMEN RODGERS Tallassee Tribune The Tallassee Tiger Sharks have been on the move this week. The Tiger Sharks traveled to Opelika to participate in Laps for Cystic Fibrosis and the team put some impressive numbers on the board. In the eight and under age group, Hope Moyers placed fifth in the breaststroke and fifth in freestyle. Harmony Moyers placed first in the freestyle and fourth in the backstroke. Valerie Johnson placed first in the backstroke and Alta Bentley placed eighth in the backstroke. In the 9-10 age group, Camden Mask placed fourth in the backstroke and sixth in the backstroke. Chase Webster placed fifth in the breaststroke, third in the freestyle and third in the individual medley. Jack Parker placed sixth in the breaststroke and seventh in the individual medley. Canyon Moyers placed eighth in the freestyle, first in the butterfly and third in the backstroke. Macey Stewart placed second in the butterfly and eighth in the backstroke. Gracie Curran placed sixth in the individual medley and fourth in the butterfly. Allison Johnson placed sixth in the butterfly. In the 11-12 age group Madison Webster placed sixth in the freestyle and sixth in the butterfly. Lanier Stewart placed fourth in the freestyle. Overall the eight and under girls placed fourth in the medley relay and third in freestyle. Overall the 9-10 girls placed third in the medley relay and third in the freestyle relay. The 9-10 boys placed second in the medley relay. Harmony Moyers was awarded second place in the six and under overall winner of the meet. The Tiger Sharks also traveled to Prattville for the annual Alabama Spirit Meet. At the meet Darcie Dark placed fifth in the butterfly, fourth in the backstroke and seventh in the individual medley and Cassie Grover placed sixth in the butterfly, second in the backstroke, sixth in the individual medley and sixth in the freestyle for the 11-12 age group. In the 9-10 age group, Geoffery Dark placed second in the butterfly, first in the backstroke, second in the individual medley and third in the freestyle. In the 13-14 age group, Lexie Tarter-Rife placed fourth in the butterfly, eighth in the backstroke, eighth in the breaststroke and fifth in the freestyle. In the 15-18 age group, Chris Glover placed eight in the butterfly, sixth in the backstroke and sixth in the freestyle. Theron Shipman placed seventh in the breaststroke and eighth in the freestyle. Dominic Tarter-Rife placed eighth in the butterfly, sixth in the breaststroke and eighth in the backstroke. Overall the 15-18 boys placed second in the medley relay and freestyle relay. Overall winners of the age groups were Geoffery Dark, who placed second and Corbin Grover placed fourth in the 9-10 age group. In the 11-12 age group Cassie Grover placed fifth and Darcie Dark placed sixth overall. Alexis Tarter-Rife placed seventh overall in the 13-14 age group and Chris Glover placed eighth overall in the 15-18 age group. The Tiger Sharks also participated in a tri-meet with Talladega and Alexander City. For the eight and under age group, Hope Moyers placed first in the breaststroke, first in the long distance freestyle and first in the freestyle. Milly Crain placed third in the breaststroke, second in the butterfly and first in the individual medley. Donovan Aldridge placed first in the breaststroke, first in the freestyle and first in the butterfly. Caden Metz placed second in the breaststroke and second in the long distance freestyle. Valerie Johnson placed first in the backstroke and third in the freestyle. In the six and under age group, Crockett Moyers was awarded first place in the backstroke and first in freestyle. Chandler Metz placed second in the backstroke and second in the freestyle. Harmony Moyers placed first in the freestyle and first in the backstroke. In the 9-10 age group Jack Parker placed first in the breaststroke and third in the freestyle. Kelan Bevels placed second in the breaststroke. Allison Johnson was awarded first in the breaststroke, second in the backstroke and third in the individual medley. Macey Stewart placed second in the breaststroke, first in the backstroke, first in the individual medley and first in the freestyle. Gracie Curran placed third in the breaststroke, first in the butterfly and second in the individual medley. Auburn Weldon placed second in the long distance freestyle. Geoffery Dark was awarded first in the backstroke and first in the individual medley. Canyon Moyers placed third in the backstroke, second in the butterfly and first in the freestyle. Chase Webster placed first in the butterfly and second in the individual medley. In the 11-12 age group, Madison Webster placed first in the long distance freestyle, first in the butterfly, first in the individual medley and first in the freestyle. Cassie Glover was awarded first in the backstroke and third in the individual medley. Darcie Dark placed second in the backstroke and third in the butterfly. Kaylen Tucker placed second in the butterfly. Kolten Tucker placed first in the individual medley, first in the freestyle and first in the breaststroke. Madelyn Lyons was awarded third in the breaststroke. In the 13-14 age group, Will Smith placed first in the long distance freestyle, first in the backstroke and second in the freestyle. Ezra Carpenter was awarded second in the long distance freestyle, second in the backstroke, first in the butterfly, first in the individual medley, first in the freestyle and first in the breaststroke. Lexie Tarter-Rife placed second in the long distance freestyle, first in the butterfly and first in the freestyle. Will Lackey placed third in the backstroke, second in the individual medley and second in the breaststroke. Karley Tucker placed first in the backstroke and first in the breaststroke. In the 15-18 age group, Catherine Crawford placed first in the backstroke, second in the butterfly and second in the individual medley. Sarah Bucie placed second in the backstroke, second in the long distance freestyle and second in the freestyle. Chris Glover was awarded first in the long distance freestyle, second in the butterfly and second in the freestyle. Lanier Stewart placed second in the long distance freestyle, first in the backstroke and first in the freestyle. Drew Griggs placed third in the long distance freestyle and first in the breaststroke. Sarah Smith placed first in the long distance freestyle, first in the butterfly and first in the freestyle. Connor Crawford placed second in the backstroke, first in the butterfly and first in the individual medley. Theron Shipman placed third in the butterfly, third in the freestyle and second in the breaststroke. Jordan singleton placed third in the butterfly, third in the individual medley and second in the breaststroke. Laura Fields placed first in the individual medley and first in the breaststroke. Dominic Tarter-Rife placed third in the breaststroke. The Tiger Sharks are preparing for the district swim meet in Valley on July 15 and 16.

The Tallassee Tribune • July 13, 2016

STATE CHAMPIONS

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The Tallassee 6U softball team won the state tournament. The state champs will now prepare to travel to the World Series in Perry, Georgia. Front row (left to right): Adyson Hathcock, Aubrey Myers, Marlee Osborne, Emileigh Williams, Lila Kate Fulgham, Autymn Hollon, Kamille Tate, Carlynn Easterling, Addie Grace Patterson, Maddie Tennyson, Olivia Hammonds, Carlynn Easterling. Back row (left to right): Coaches, Brandon Williams, Skylar Hathcock, Andy holon and Jamie Patterson.

Tallassee 6U softball team wins state title, moving on to World Series STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Tallassee’s 6U girl’s softball team finished the regular season and the all-star season with a perfect record. While they are undefeated, the team fought hard for the state championship this weekend in Montgomery with the final score of the final game 18-17 over Montgomery American. The undefeated tiny Tigers will now head to Perry, Georgia to play in the World Series on July 29. If history is a precursor, these girls could very well follow last year’s all-star team and win the World Series.

Councilman David Stough applauded the girls for a perfect record and requested that the city offer the team $1,000 to help offset the cost of travel expenses. The mayor and the other councilmembers agreed. Even with the assistance from the city, the team is still collecting donations to further assist with travel expenses. If you would like to help, the team will also be collecting donations at Super Foods on the July 16 and 23. They will be at the 1220 Cafe on the July 22 to raise funds. Everyone is invited to come out and support the girls as they begin this exciting journey.

The Tallassee 14U team pictured from bottom row (left to right): Zak Haynes, Reece Graham, Dee Williams, JaceTaylor, Jacob Ingram, Nelson Whaley, Matt Justiss, Luke Millner, Bruin Hathcock, Logan Hunt, Matthew Baker, Kaleb Graham, Blake Schwab. Back row (left to right): Coach Lee Golden, Coach Jeri Goodman, manager Craig Vaught and Coach Shannon Graham.

TOURNEY TIME

Tallassee teams compete in state tournaments By CARMEN RODGERS Tallassee Tribune

This weekend was a great weekend for baseball fans. The Tallassee youth baseball league participated in the state tournaments over the weekend. Tallassee sent a total of four youth baseball teams to the playoffs. The boys 7/8 played for the state championship, but were defeated by South Bibb. The boys 15U also played for the state championship this weekend but fell to Alexander City. The boys 13U team played for the state title and were eliminated by Sylacauga.

The boys 14U played for the state title but fell to Semmes; however, Semmes declined the title and Tallassee took it. Tallassee’s 14U boys will now travel to Texas for the national tournament. If the team is victorious in Texas, the next step will be the World Series. During Monday night’s city council meeting, Councilman Rygiel congratulated the team and requested that the city offer the team $1000 to help offset the expenses of making the trip to Texas. The mayor and fellow council members agreed.

Head Coach Creg Valt said he appreciates all the support the team has received during the season. “Whether they gave $10 or $1000, we appreciate it,” he said. “The help from the parents and the players is also greatly appreciated.” The team is continuing to raise funds for the trip to Texas. “We’re trying to raise enough to take an Ingram bus to Texas,” Valt said. If you would like to support the team please contact Mr. Valt at 334-319-0172.