Opinion
Mayor's Minute: October 2019
This past month we honored our senior citizens by celebrating “National Senior Citizens Day.” It was created to recognize the contributions that senior citizens make to their respective communities. Read more
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Our “Phoenix Program” became operational on July 1. As you may have read in last month’s submission, this substance abuse intervention program provides an opportunity for individuals to seek counseling or recovery assistance. Read more
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Vestavia Hills is committed to assisting individuals that are struggling with addiction, and this intervention program would provide an opportunity for individuals that realize their addiction to seek counseling or recovery assistance. Read more
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During my tenure as mayor, I have mentioned numerous times that volunteers and volunteer programs add so much to the quality of life that we enjoy in Vestavia Hills. Read more
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By being good citizens, we improve the quality of life for all our citizens. Our slogan, “A Life Above,” challenges us to practice civility. Read more
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I am always amazed at the number of our high school seniors that are nominees for the different service academies. Read more
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A couple of resolutions that can be rewarding and easy to keep are using your talents for volunteering in community or charitable programs and getting to know your neighbors. Read more
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We are glad we made it through the past year and we are excited to face the New Year. Read more
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As we continue the holiday season, I would ask our citizens to think of others and help those that are less fortunate than we are. Read more
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What's cooking: Fill your home with the smell of the holidays with a home baked pie crust
With some high-quality butter (yes butter, not shortening) and a food processor, you’ll be cranking out pies like there’s no tomorrow. Read more
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We will celebrate “Small Business Saturday” on Nov. 17. This event recognizes the importance of small businesses, especially in Vestavia Hills. Read more
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This past month, we honored our senior citizens with National Senior Citizens Day. This day was created as a day to support, honor and show appreciation to our seniors and to recognize their achievements. Read more
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This month I would like to make you aware of what our city is doing to make our community safe. Read more
Views From The Sidelines
The fall is fun. Football returns to this state, which loves the game so much. The weather cools down and provides that aura and atmosphere that makes Friday nights so special. Read more
Mayor’s Minute
My topic for this month is “stability.” Vestavia Hills continues to maintain a high standard in a number of livability factors that include quality in education, public safety, economic growth/health, housing values and overall quality of life determ Read more
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On April 9, I attended another meeting of the four “Over the Mountain” mayors. Read more
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Well, spring is coming or maybe it isn’t. We had record high temperatures in February and record low temperatures in March. Read more
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