Mobile County Commission
Commissioner Connie Hudson
August 26, 2015
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
MESSAGE FROM COMMISSIONER CONNIE HUDSON
AIRBUS U.S. MANUFACTURING FACILITY OPENING
 September 14, 2015 marks the long-awaited opening of operations at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility at the Brookley Mobile Aeroplex.
Over three years ago, on July 2, 2012, the Airbus senior management team announced the history-making decision to create an A320 Family jetliner final assembly line in Mobile, which would become the company's first production site in America.
In April of 2013 construction began on the $600 million facility, with aircraft assembly scheduled to begin in 2015, and the first delivery scheduled for 2016. At full capability, the assembly line and associated facilities will employ approximately 1,000 workers. That figure does not include employees for the aerospace industry suppliers that will continue to locate in the Mobile area.
Prior to the Inauguration of operations, slated for September 14, Airbus is sponsoring a public celebration on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at the Mobile Aeroplex from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The celebration will include the second annual Brookley 5K Race and 1-Mile Fun Run, Kid Zones, Post-Race party and Airbus celebration event that includes live music by the Tip Tops. Click Here to view the schedule of events or Click Here to register for the 5K Race and 1-Mile Fun Run. Congratulations Airbus! We are grateful for your partnership and investment in our community.
Warmest Regards, Connie
NACO PRESIDENT SALLIE CLARK VISITS MOBILE COUNTY
|
| |
Commissioner Hudson pictured with Commissioner Tucker Dorsey of Baldwin County, Sheriff Sam Cochran, National Association of County Commissions (NACo) President Sallie
Clark, and Commissioner Merceria Ludgood. President Clark spoke about the "Safe and Secure Counties Initiative" during a press conference on August 18, 2015 at Mobile Government Plaza.
|
|
|
|
|
Join the E-Newsletter Mailing List
| 
|
|
|
|
 FEATURED MOBILE COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTERPET OF THE WEEK, "SADIE"
|
 "Sadie" is a 3-year-old Lab mix who available for adoption at MCAS. She is a sweet, laid-back girl, who likes other dogs and everyone person she meets! She has been spayed, vaccinated, and her adoption fee has been waived. If you are interested in adopting "Sadie", please contact the Mobile County Animal Shelter (MCAS) at 574-3647 (DOGS) or stop by the shelter at 7665 Howells Ferry Road. You can also follow the MCAS on Facebook, Instagram (mcacshelter), or Twitter (@mcacshelter) to receive updates about adoptable pets and upcoming events!
For more information on the Mobile County Animal Shelter or to view a list of all current adoptable pets at the MCAS Click Here. |
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT FEATURING...
MCKEMIE PLACE
|
Founded in 2007, McKemie Place is the only overnight shelter for single, homeless women in all of Mobile, Washington and Baldwin Counties. Their first guests were given shelter in March of 2007 as a service under the United Methodist Inner City Mission, thanks to the efforts of the late Jamie Praytor. On February 19, 2015, McKemie Place became a Partner Agency with United Way of Southwest Alabama (UWSWA).
The shelter is a safe haven for homeless women. They currently have a 69-bed capacity and provide a place for women to temporarily stay overnight. Through the gracious assistance of dedicated volunteers, who prepare, bring and serve evening meals, they are also able to serve dinner each evening to their Guests.
While some women are struggling to get back on their own two feet, some have jobs and go to work each day. But, all find comfort, friendship and spiritual support as they seek to rebound from the challenges life has thrown their way.
McKemie Place operates under the guidance of a Board of Directors, with Executive Director Jessica James overseeing day-to-day operations. They rely heavily upon community support to operate the shelter. To protect the well-being and safety of their clients, McKemie Place does not make its physical address known. If you know a woman who needs assistance, refer them to 15 Place located at 279-B N. Washington Ave., Mobile, Alabama, to register for their services. 15 Place can be reached at (251) 694-5061. They will contact McKemie Place to make arrangements for them to stay there.
If you'd like to help McKemie Place with their mission, your donations are needed now more than ever! Please consider making a donation of your time, goods or financial resources. You won't regret it.
|
MOBILE COUNTY SUMMER/FALL CALENDAR
|
For additional information on City of Mobile events Click Here.
|
MOBILE COUNTY COMMUNITY
| |
|
|
KUDOS & CONGRATULATIONS
|
"Positive Signs" Installed at Medal of Honor Park
Thanks to the suggestion of three Mobile teenagers: Caroline Chestang, Elizabeth Thompson and Jordan Odom, "Positive Signs" were installed at Medal of Honor Park on August 13, 2015. In contrast to all of the negative "rules" signs telling parkgoers what they are not allowed to do, these signs are meant to boost the spirits of passersby with positive suggestions. It's wonderful to see Mobile's youth engaged in such positive pursuits and I congratulate these teenagers for showing such creativity and enterprising initiative!
 |
Attending the installation ceremony along with Commissioner Hudson, were Mobile City Councilwoman Bess Rich, Mayor Sandy Stimpson, Caroline Chestang, Elizabeth Thompson and Jordan Odom.
|
The Mobile Optimist Club Honors Swimmers & Coach of the Year  |
Congratulations to the Mobile Optimist Club's "Swimmers of the Year" and "Coach of the Year." During ceremonies on July 30, 2015, the Club named Ms. Olivia Smith of the Lake Forest Swim Club "Female Swimmer of the Year", Mr. Stephen Conrad of the Country Club of Mobile "Male Swimmer of the Year" and Ms. Mandy Green of the South Alabama YMCA "Coach of the Year."
|
|
DISTRICT 2 ROAD PROJECTS UPDATE
|
Current District 2 road projects are moving along toward completion.Click Here to view a complete list of ongoing road projects in Mobile County Commission District 2.
|
MOBILE COUNTY FINANCIAL UPDATE
|
Through July we have completed 83% of the 2015 fiscal year. Our year-to-date revenue through July 2015 is $108,233,819.93. This represents 87.04% of budgeted FY2015 revenue. Receipt of many of our major revenues lag by one month. Most of the property tax revenue and business license revenue is collected in December and January.
The year-to-date expenditures and transfers through July are $97,596,566.28. This is 75.10% of total budgeted expenditures and transfers for the fiscal year. We expect expenditures to be below 83% on this report. Through July both expenditures and revenues are within expected ranges.
Click Here to view the latest General Fund Budget Report in full.
|
MOBILE COUNTY UPCOMING
COMMISSION MEETINGS
|
Commission Conference
When: 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 10
Where: Mobile Government Plaza Multi-Purpose Room
Commission Regular Meeting
When: 1:30 p.m. Monday, September 14
Where: Mobile Government Plaza Auditorium
Commission Conference
When: 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 24
Where: Mobile Government Plaza Multi-Purpose Room
Commission Regular Meeting
When: 10:00 p.m. Monday, September 28
Where: Mobile Government Plaza Auditorium
Commission Conference
When: 10:00 a.m. Thursday, October 8
Where: Mobile Government Plaza Multi-Purpose Room
Click Here for more information and to view the agendas for the above meetings as they are posted.
|
CONTACT COMMISSIONER HUDSON
| |
Connie Hudson, Mobile County Commission President
Mobile County Commission, District 2
P.O. Box 1443
Mobile, Alabama 36633
Office: (251) 574-2000
Office Fax: (251) 574-2001
Mailing Address: 205 Government Street, 10th Floor, Mobile, Alabama 36602
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
