Obituaries 866 East Broad Street, Ozark (334) 445-1000 Obituaries 508 Faust Avenue, Ozark (334) 774-4551 Obituaries 995 South Union Avenue, Ozark (334) 774-5348 Local Obituaries & Funeral Homes Obituaries 2373 US Highway 231, Ozark (334) 545-0812 Obituaries 1048 Martin Luth er King Avenue, Ozark (334) 443-0400 Obituaries 114 Harper Drive, Ozark (334) 774-1064

Ozark-Dale County Economic Development Corporation www.odedc.com Office Hours: 8-5 M-F 3247 Hwy 231 South (Inside the Ozark Airport Blackwell Field) Ozark, AL 36360 334-443-2000 Email: info@odedc.com A great place to live, play and build a business, Ozark boasts a diversified economy, mild winter weather and a location convenient to several of the south's metropolitan areas. Complementing the city's inviting business climate and tax structure is a workforce equipped with career training from Ozark's educational institutions and those within commuting distance. Doing Business in Ozark - Click here for information on starting a business and obtaining a business license . Community Information - Click here for statistical and demographic information of Ozark . Available Buildings & Sites - Local, regional, and national businesses looking to make Ozark your new home - Click here for more information. Ozark Technology Center & East Gate Business Park - Where business begins and industry grows in Southeast Alabama. Click here for more information on starting your small business with us . Economic Development Links: Ozark-Dale County Economic Development Corporation - (ODEDC) is a non-profit 501c6 organization in Dale County, Alabama. ODEDC's mission is to promote and market the assets of Dale County for new industrial opportunities and assist our existing industries in retention and expansion. Economic Development Partnership of Alabama - EDPA is a private, non-profit organization committed to helping Alabama reach its full economic development potential. The Economic Development Association of Alabama - EDAA is a membership-based organization focused on promoting economic growth in Alabama. Alabama Department of Commerce (MadeinAlabama.com) - Alabama's lead economic state-funded development agency. VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.ODEDC.COM DOING BUSINESS IN OZARK Doing Business in Ozark City of Ozark Revenue Department - (334) 774-5262 Before soliciting business, conducting trade, or performing services within the city limits of the City of Ozark, a person or business must first obtain a valid City of Ozark Business License. It is imperative that one starts the application and approval process as far in advance of opening as possible. Licenses are based upon a calendar year - January 1st through December 31st and the license expires December 31st of each year, regardless of the date purchased. Office hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, except holidays. For more information, please call (334) 774-5262 or e-mail revenue@ozarkal.gov . For more information concerning: Building Permits Inspection Planning Commission Board of Zoning and Adjustments Call Inspection/Zoning Department - (334) 774-9190 Doing Business in Ozark Community Information Population Ozark Dale County MSA 14,025 50,067 258,863 Ed ucation School Enrollment # Schools Public Schools (Ozark City) PK - 12th Grade 1,886 4 Public Schools (Dale County) PK through 12th Grade 3,191 7 Wallace Community College 816 graduates Enterprise State Community College 989 graduates (Includes Alabama Aviation College) Troy University 2,000 graduates Source: Ozark City School files COMMUNITY INFORMATION Top 10 manufacturing empLoyers in Dale County OZARK TECHNOLOGY CENTER Mission Statement: To provide an environment that is conducive to the success and growth of new and expanding businesses, create regional job opportunities, and expand the regional economy. Services: Ozark Technology Center provides the following services: Flexible and affordable space for lease 24-hour building access Loading and receiving dock Assistance with business planning and financing Use of the conference room Lighted, ample parking Professional support staff Ozark Technology Center & East Gate Business Park Did you know... Ozark was named the most Patriotic City in Alabama Ozark is home to Fort Novosel, the "Home of Army Aviation." Ozark is home to a renowned Aviation Training/Technical College . Ozark was named one of the "top 25 places to retire in America" by Consumer Digest and a top Micropolitan City in the nation. Ozark Technology Center 3269 US Highway 231 South, Ozark, Alabama 36360 Michelin North America Trailer World Manufacturing Motobilt/Anvil Ecore Quality Fab E & H Steel Corporation MAHA USA, Inc Wayne Farms Brittanie's Thyme Brown Manufacturing Automobile Tire Manufacturing Utility & Heavy Equipment Trailers Jeep Parts/Metal Fabrication Rubber Flooring Metal Fabrication Structural Steel Fabrication Heavy Duty Hydraulic Lifts Grain Organic Products Farm Equipment M1 Support Services Michelin North America Dale County Schools Dale Medical Center Commercial Jet Ozark City Schools Covan International, Inc. Daleville City Schools Wiregrass Construction General Dynamics Tech (GDIT) Aviation Maintenance Tire Manufacturin g Education Hospital Aviation Maintenance Education Moving Company Headquarters & Distribution Education Asphalt/Construction Information Technology/Aviation Simulation The Staff at Ozark Technology Center is dedicated to providing exceptional service to the clients of the incubator. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the incubator staff for assistance. If you desire an application or more information concerning the incubator, please contact the Ozark Dale County Economic Development Corporation at 334-443-2000 or info@odedc.com . Mayor Charles Ward Mayor Advisory Board The seven-member Advisory Board is appointed by the Ozark City Council and is made up of representatives throughout the seven-county region. Place 1: Scott Farmer - Representing Southeast AL Regional Planning & Development Place 2: Brenda Simechak - Representing City Council / Ozark City Schools Place 3: Dr. Carl Schauble - Vice President - Representing the Community Place 4: Mike Brauer - President - Representing the Industrial Development Board Place 5: Stan Smith - Representing the Colleges Place 6: Sherry Chisholm - Representing the Business Community Place 7: Steve McKinnon - Representing Dale County Commission Derek Dickens - Representing Ozark Economic Development Board ODEDC President Ozark Technology Center Clients Pray Aviation Flight Training Matthew Pray Suite #116 / #117 Technical Testing Services Jay Harbert Bay #118 VACANT Bay #119 - 3,079 sq. ft. SetaTech Bay #120 / Bay #121 / #126 VACANT Suite #123 - 149 sq. ft. R.I.S.E. Reaching Individual Success Thru Empowerment Suite #127 VACANT Suite #128 - 149 sq. ft. National Guard Armory Recruiters Suite #129 Alabama Career Center Sylvester Thrash Every Thursday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Suite #130 Harpers Innovative Counseling @ Consulting Services, LLC Veronica Harper Suite #131 Top 10 empLoyers in Dale County ... BACK TO HOME ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

You will need to contact the county where you live for information regarding the General Election. The number is listed below for Dale County. You can refer to the Locate Your Polling Place page if you would like to find your polling location for an election. You can refer to Alabamavotes.gov for the application or to locate your polling place . Dale County: Physical Address: 100 E Court Sq Ste 1, Ozark, AL 36360 Ozark, Alabama 36360 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1101 Ozark, Alabama 36361-1101 Phone Number: 334-774-9038 Registering To Vote General Election Information Absentee Voting Information Locate Your Polling Place 2025 Municipal Election Information General Election Information

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ORDINANCE NO 2006-9 THIS ORDINANCE SHALL PERMIT THE SALE OF SECONDHAND, USED OR SURPLUS PERSONAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF OZARK UNDER SUCH TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS HEREIN SET FORTH; TO PROVIDE DEFINITIONS FOR CLARITY, TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A PERMIT AND A FEE THEREFORE AND TO PROVIDE A PENALTY FORTHE VIOLATION OF THE ORDINANCE. BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Ozark, Alabama as follows: Section 1. Authorization and Definition. Yard Sales are permitted within the municipal limits of the City of Ozark under certain terms and conditions as herein set forth. The term “Yard Sale” means and includes such terms as Garage Sale, Basement Sale, Carport Sale, Moving Sale, Rummage Sale, Flea Market Sale or any other type of residential sale of tangible personal property, such as, but not limited to, household items, clothing, tools, toys, recreation equipment or other used or secondhand items normally found in and about the home and advertised to the public. Section 2. Permit. A permit shall be required for any person(s) conducting a yard sale. The permit must be procured prior to the commencement of the sale and may be obtained in the office of the City Clerk. The Clerk is authorized to prepare a permit application form which shall include all pertinent information necessary to identify the sale site, the applicants, and the date and time for the permitted sale and shall contain such other information as the Clerk deems appropriate. The permit application shall not require the disclosure of the applicant’s social security number. There shall be no charge for the permit. Section 3. Conditions of Conducting the Sale. a. A property location may not be permitted for a yard sale more than twice in a calendar year. The property location shall be identified as the post office address assigned thereto and shall include the dwelling or any part thereof, yard, open field, barn, accessory building and parking area. b. A sale may be conducted by a single person, multiple persons, churches, social, civic or charitable organizations. All items to be sold must originate as the legal property of the applicant, other persons participating in the sale or members of the organizations. Goods must be surplus to the needs of the owner and shall not include any items purchased new for resale at the yard sale. c. A permitted yard sale shall be limited to three consecutive days of operation and must be conducted during daylight hours only. d. Yard sales may be conducted on private property or public property with permission and provided no merchandise shall be placed upon public rights-of-way, including streets and sidewalks. All merchandise must be displayed a sufficient distance from public roadways in order to avoid obstruction of view or traffic hazards. e. All unsold yard sale merchandise remaining on the permitted site at the conclusion of the sale must be removed therefrom immediately. Merchandise sold to purchasers must be removed from the permitted sale site within 24 hours of the conclusion of the sale. f. The issuance of a yard sale permit shall signify the consent and permission for personnel of the City of Ozark, including law enforcement officers, to enter the permitted sale site to monitor, inspect and determine compliance with this Ordinance. Section 4. Advertising of Yard Sales. A yard sale may be advertised to the public by means of newspapers, radio, television, cablevision, handbills and signs. In the event an applicant chooses to advertise a permitted yard sale by means of signage or handbills, the following restrictions shall apply, to wit: a. No more than two signs may be placed upon the permitted property. b. Signs and handbills cannot be placed on utility poles, public property including rights-of-way, nor may signs be placed on private property which is not the permitted site. Handbills may be posted on private bulletin boards or inside places of business with the consent of the owner. c. A sign is limited to four square feet or less and shall not be illuminated or animated. d. A sign may not be displayed more than one day prior to the commencement date of the sale and must be removed immediately following the conclusion of the sale. Section 5. Exceptions. This ordinance shall not apply to or affect the following persons or sales: (a) Persons selling goods pursuant to an order or process of a court of competent jurisdiction. (b) Persons acting in accordance with their powers and duties as public officials or as court appointed personnel representatives of estates. (c) Persons selling or advertising for sale an item of personal property which is specifically named or described in the advertisement and which separate items do not exceed ten in number. (d) Persons moving and relocating outside the City of Ozark, provided such sale is limited to one week and must be conducted no earlier than one month prior to departure. (e) Sales conducted by bona fide civic or charitable organizations where the net proceeds are distributed to charity, public purposes or community goals or projects. Section 6. Penalty. Any person conducting a yard sale without being properly permitted or who should violate any of the other terms and regulations contained in this ordinance shall upon conviction be guilty of constitute a Class C Misdemeanor and may be punished, by a fine not less than $15.00 nor more than $500.00 at the discretion of the Municipal Judge. Section 7. Effective Date. After publication as required by law, this ordinance shall become effective September 1, 2006. APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Ozark, Alabama, the 18th of July, 2006. MARILYN M. TAMPLIN Council President BOB BUNTING Mayor ATTEST: WILLIAM E. BLACKWELL City Clerk ... BACK TO HOME Sec. 12-37. - Permit. Ordinance 2014-6 A permit shall be required for any person(s) conducting a yard sale. The permit must be procured prior to the commencement of the sale and may be obtained in the office of the city clerk. The clerk is authorized to prepare a permit application form, which shall include all pertinent information necessary to identify the sale site, the applicants, and the date and time for the permitted sale, and shall contain such other information as the clerk deems appropriate. The permit application shall not require the disclosure of the applicant's Social Security number. There shall be a charge of five dollars ($5.00) for the permit. (Ord. No. 2006-13, § 2, 7-18-06; Ord. No. 2014-6 , § 1, 9-2-14)

OZARK CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MINUTES MEETINGS COUNCIL CONTACT INFORMATION Correspondence: P. O. Box 1987, Ozark, AL 36361 Phone: 334-774-5393 or 334-774-3300 Fax: 334-445-0517 Charles Ward, Mayor - 334-774-3300 - mayor@ozarkal.gov Heather Cohen, Executive Assistant to the Mayor - 334-774-3300 - hcohen@ozarkal.gov Chris Peters, City Clerk / CFO - 774-5393 - cfo@ozarkal.gov Place 1 - Bryan Macario bryan.macario@ozarkal.gov Phone: 334-733-8882 Place 2 - Les Perault les.perault@ozarkal.gov Phone: 334-432-3083 Place 3 - Winston Jackson, President wjackson2000@troycable.net winston.jackson @ozarkal.gov Phone: 334-237-36 63 Place 4 - Brenda Simechak, President Pro Tem brenda.simechak@ozarkal.gov Place 5 - Caitlyn Cummings caitlyn.cummings@ozarkal.gov Phone: 334-589-0421 ... BACK TO HOME

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REVENUE Business License & Sales Tax Ozark Municipal Complex 275 N. Union Avenue P.O. Box 1987 Ozark, AL 36361 Phone: 334-774-7032 Fax: 334-445-1054 A business license is required for any business and/or person conducting business within the city limits or police jurisdiction of Ozark, Alabama. A license can be issued at the Ozark Municipal Complex. It is the licensee's responsibility to check with the Zoning Officials regarding restrictions that may be applicable for doing business in a specific location. For additional information, contact Beth Grider, Revenue Cler k at 334-774-7032 or email: revenue@ozarkal.gov NOTICE: BUSINESS LICENSES WITH THE CITY OF OZARK EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31 OF EACH CALENDAR YEAR. REMINDER: AS OF JANUARY 1, 2008 ANYONE OWNING ONE OR MORE APARTMENT/TOWNHOUSE COMPLEXES (INCLUDING DUPLEX) OR MORE THAN 2 SINGLE FAMILY HOME RENTAL PROPERTIES MUST OBTAIN A BUSINESS LICENSE WITH THE CITY OF OZARK. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL THE NUMBER LISTED ABOVE. There have been several changes made concerning business license codes and fees. If you have any questions concerning these changes please contact our office. CITY OF OZARK TAX RATES SALES TAX - TOTAL 9% City 4%, County 1%, State 4% SELLER USE TAX - TOTAL 9% City 4%, County 1%, State 4% RENTAL/LEASING TAX - TOTAL 8% City 4%, State 4% CONSUMERS USE TAX - TOTAL 9% City 4%, County 1%, State 4% LODGING TAX - TOTAL 11% City 5%, State 4%, County 2% LOCAL GAS TAX - TOTAL $0.06 PER GALLON LOCAL ALCOHOL TAX - TOTAL 12% City 8%, State 4% These taxes are collected by Avenu. They can be reached at 1-800-556-7274 or online at www.avenuinsights.com Remittance can be mailed to: City of Ozark, Alabama Sales Tax Division P.O. Box 830725 Birmingham, AL 35283-0725 ... BACK TO HOME Business License Application - Electronic

POLICE OPPORTUNITIES ... BACK TO HOME Recruitment and Opportunities The Ozark Police Department is staffed by well-trained and highly qualified employees with a dedication to service. The department staffing consists of 45 Sworn Law Enforcement Officers. Additionally, the department is staffed with a support staff of administrative employees, corrections officers, school crossing guards, code enforcement officers, and animal control officers. The divisions that encompass law enforcement services are the Patrol Services Division, Criminal Investigative Division, and Narcotics Division. To become a police officer you must be a high school graduate or have your GED. You must also be at least 19 years of age and must not have a criminal background and must be mentally stable to possess a firearm. To be a police officer, the Ozark Police Department requires applicants to meet state standards for entrance into a state police academy plus a written examination is given to all applicants after completion of a state-approved physical ability test. The test consists of 22 push-ups within a minute, 25 sit-ups within a minute, and lastly, the applicant has to run 1.5 miles within 15:28 minutes. POLICE CONTACTS COMMAND STAFF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FIELD OPERATIONS RECRUITMENT & OPPORTUNITIES TRAINING DIVISION DEPARTMENT MISSION & VALUES DEPARTMENT STRATEGIES & OBJECTIVES CITIZEN'S BILL OF RIGHTS ANIMAL SHELTER FORMS ... BACK TO HOME

Absentee Voting Information Eligible voters who are unable to vote in person on Election Day may vote by absentee ballot. There are two convenient options available: In-Person Absentee Voting at City Hall Absentee Voting by Mail 1. In-Person Absentee Voting at City Hall Voters can complete and submit their absentee ballots in person at City Hall during designated absentee voting hours. Applications can be submitted at this time. Absentee Ballot Application (also available at Ozark City Hall) - Voters must submit an acceptable form of photo identification with the Absentee Ballot Application. Location Office of the City Clerk Ozark City Hall 275 North Union Avenue P.O. Box 1987 Ozark, AL 36360 Hours of Operation Monday - Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Important Dates Regular Absentee Voting Begins - June 29, 2025 - or when absentee election supplies are delivered. Last Day for the Office of the City Clerk to Receive a Regular Absentee Application by mail - August 19, 2025 - One application per envelope. Last Day for a voter to hand deliver a Regular Absentee Application - August 21, 2025. Last Day for a voter to hand deliver an absentee ballot (non-emergency) - August 25, 2025 by close of business. Last Day for the Office of the City Clerk to Receive an Absentee Ballot by mail - August 26, 2025 at noon - One ballot per envelope. Emergency Applications First Day to Apply for an Emergency Absentee Ballot - August 22, 2025 Options (please see Emergency Absentee Ballot Application for requirements): Medical emergency; Required by employer to be unavailable to vote at the polls; A caregiver of a person who requires emergency treatment within five days of an election; or Has a family member to the 2nd degree kinship who dies within five days of the election. Last day to submit an Emergency Absentee Ballot Application - August 25, 2025. 2. Absentee Voting by Mail Voters may request an absentee ballot to be mailed to their home or designated address. Applications can be submitted at this time. Absentee Ballot Application (also available at Ozark City Hall) - Voters must submit an acceptable form of photo identification with the Absentee Ballot Application. Mail Application to: Office of the City Clerk Ozark City Hall P.O. Box 1987 Ozark, AL 36361-1987 Important Dates: Regular Absentee Voting Begins - June 29, 2025 - or when absentee election supplies are delivered. Last Day for the Office of the City Clerk to Receive a Regular Absentee Application by mail - August 19, 2025 - One application per envelope. Last Day for a voter to hand deliver a Regular Absentee Application - August 21, 2025. Last Day for a voter to hand deliver an absentee ballot (non-emergency) - August 25, 2025 by Close of Business. Last Day for the Office of the City Clerk to Receive an Absentee Ballot by mail - August 26, 2025 at noon - One ballot per envelope. Registering To Vote General Election Information Absentee Voting Information Locate Your Polling Place 2025 Municipal Election Information

Boards and commissions are important in that they enable citizens to participate in Ozark's government processes. Their activities help shape and influence public policy. While some boards and commissions are appointed entirely by City officials, the Mayor, and/or the City Council, others are jointly appointed by the City and other organizations. If you are interested in volunteering your time to serve on a board or commission, please contact the Mayor’s office at 334-774-3300. Below is a list and description of active Boards and Commissions for the City of Ozark and Ozark-Dale County: Airport Advisory Board The purpose of the board is to provide assistance and guidance to city officials concerning the development and operation of the airport including meeting with other airport officials, Federal Aviation Administration representatives, and Alabama Department of Aeronautics representatives in an official capacity. E-911 Commissioners The district board of commissioners shall have the following authority:(1)Levy on all of the telephone subscribers within the district an emergency telephone service charge in an amount not to exceed five (5) percent of the tariff rate.(2)Obtain the necessary lines and equipment to provide enhanced universal emergency service or E-911 service, as defined in Act 96-47.(3)Collect from local telephone companies on a monthly basis the amount collected from these companies attributable to the emergency telephone service charge.(4)Disburse funds collected from the emergency telephone service charge, or any other sources in the discharge of its responsibilities under law;(5)Where the revenues set in (1) above prove to be in excess of the amounts needed to operate the service, the board of commissioners may reduce the subscribers' levy according to law;(6)Determine from the options defined in Act No. 96-47 the most feasible means of responding to the emergency calls from within the communications district. (7)Any other functions authorized by Act No. 96-47 including entering into additional cooperative agreements with other E-911 systems as is deemed necessary or advisable. Hospital Authority Board Contact the Mayor's office at 334-774-3300. Housing Authority Board For information on this board, visit their website at http://www.officialhousingauthority.com/ . Industrial Development Board Contact the Mayor's office at 334-774-3300 . The Industrial Development Board is governed by the Code of Alabama 1975, Sections 11-54-80 through 11-54-101. Its primary responsibility is to promote industrial and economic development within the City of Ozark and the surrounding area. The Board works to attract new industries and support the expansion of existing businesses in order to increase employment opportunities, strengthen the local tax base, and enhance overall economic growth. To carry out this purpose, the Board is authorized to plan, acquire, construct, improve, and finance industrial projects and related facilities. It may purchase, lease, or otherwise acquire property; issue bonds to finance projects; lease facilities to private enterprises; and enter into contracts and agreements necessary to support industrial development initiatives. The Board acts as a landlord and financing entity rather than operating businesses directly and is responsible for managing its properties and financial obligations in accordance with state law and public governance requirements. The Industrial Development Board consists of seven members appointed by the Ozark City Council to six-year terms and meets on an as-needed basis. Ozark Parks & Recreation Board The purpose and goal of the board shall principally be, but not limited to, providing guidance and recommendations for programs and facilities, which provide for the recreational and leisure activity needs of the city. The board shall assist in the planning and development of new opportunities to provide recreation and leisure activities and to make recommendations concerning the most effective use of existing programs. Medical Clinic Board Contact the Mayor's office at 334-774-3300 . The Medical Clinic Board of the City of Ozark was formed pursuant to Ala. Code § 11-58-1, et seq., as an instrumentality of the State of Alabama for the purpose of promoting public health through the acquisition and support of health care facilities. The Board serves as a conduit entity for Dale Medical Center. The Medical Clinic Board consists of three members appointed by the Ozark City Council to six-year terms and meets on an as-needed basis. Planning Commission The planning commission is authorized and empowered to make and adopt a master plan for the physical development of the city, including any areas outside its boundaries which, in the commission's judgment, bear relation to the planning of such municipality. Public Building Authority Contact the Mayor's office at 334-774-3300 . Municipal Public Building Authorities are governed by the Code of Alabama 1975, Sections 11-56-1 through 11-56-22. The purpose of the Authority is to provide buildings and facilities for lease to and use by the municipality, county, or other public corporations in the performance of their public functions, as well as for lease to and use by the United States government. The Authority is granted all powers necessary to carry out this purpose, including the authority to acquire property, construct buildings, lease its facilities, and issue interest-bearing revenue bonds. Revenue generated from long-term leases may be used to repay bond obligations. The Public Building Authority is required to obtain competitive bids for the construction of buildings or improvements with a cost exceeding $50,000. The Public Building Authority consists of three members appointed by the Ozark City Council to six-year terms and meets on an as-needed basis. Ozark–Dale Technology Center for Development Industry Advisory Board The purpose and goal of this board shall primarily be to, but not limited to, advance knowledge and understanding of economics, matters of public concern, finance, education and training, science and technology, economic planning and development and other subjects related to improved efficiency, development and acceleration of both quality and quantity of economic growth and employment opportunities for the occupants of the technology center. Ozark-Dale County Economic Development Corporation For information on this board, visit their website at http://odedc.com/ . Ozark-Dale County Library Inc. For information on this board, visit their website http://www.ozarklibrary.com . Ozark City School Board For information on this board, visit their website at https://www.ozarkcityschools.net . SE Alabama Regional Planning & Development Commission For inform ation on this board, visit their website at https://www.searpdc.org/ . Tree Board It shall be the responsibility of the Tree Board to study, investigate, counsel and develop, and/or update annually, and administer a written plan for the care, preservation, pruning, planting, replanting, removal or disposition of trees and shrubs in parks, along streets and in other public areas. Such a plan will be presented annually to the city council and upon its acceptance and approval shall constitute the official comprehensive city tree plan for the city. The board, when requested by the city council, shall consider, investigate, make findings, report and recommend upon any special matter of question coming within the scope of its work. Utilities Board The board of directors for the utility board of the municipality oversees the waterworks plant and distribution system and the sanitary sewer system. Wiregrass Mental Health Contact the Mayor's office at 334-774-3300 . The Wiregrass Mental Health Board is governed by the Code of Alabama 1975, Sections 11-58-1 through 11-58-15. Its purpose is to promote access to medical and mental health services by creating, improving, and managing clinical facilities that serve the public. To fulfill this mission, the Board is authorized to issue bonds; acquire, lease, and manage property (including the use of eminent domain when permitted by law); and enter into agreements necessary for the construction, financing, operation, and maintenance of mental health clinics and related facilities. The Wiregrass Mental Health Board consists of two members appointed by the Ozark City Council to six-year terms and meets on an as-needed basis. Zoning, Adjustments, & Appeals Board The board, in appropriate cases and subject to appropriate conditions and safeguards, shall have the following powers: Interpretation of boundaries, hear and decide appeals, authorize variances, hear and decide special exceptions. AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD Terry Teeter / 3-7-29 Loel Ewart / 3-8-27 Adrian Holman / 3-7-28 Dr. Robert Kreutzmann / 3-7-27 Mark Nowell / 3-7-28 Gregory Pritchett / 10-17-27 Mark Lewis / 10-17-27 CITY SCHOOL BOARD Tameaca Vincent / 6-18-29 Lynn Ivey / 5-1-30 Theresa Locke / 5-1-26 Larry Hicks / 5-2-27 John Nicholas Bull / 4-17-28 E-911 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Place 1 (Ozark Police Chief) - Michael Bryan / 11-3-29 Place 2 (Dale County Sheriff or his Designee) Place 3 (Ozark Fire Dept) - Dir./Chief Jason Maertens / 11-3-29 Place 4 (Dale County EMA Director) Place 5 (Appointee of the City Council) - Winston Jackson / 11-3-29 Place 6 (Appointee of the Dale County Comm.) Place 7 (Appointee of the Dale County Comm. / as nominated by the membership of the Association of Volunteer Fire Fighters) OZARK-DALE COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Place 1 (City Council Appointment) - Sammy Judah / 9-3-26 Place 2 (City Council Appointment) - Derek Dickens / 9-19-29 Place 3 (Mayor, City Of Ozark) - Mayor Charles Ward / 11-3-29 Place 4 (Chairman, Dale County Commission) - Steve McKinnon Place 5 (Dale County Commission Appointment) - Vernon Johnson Place 6 (Chamber of Commerce Appointment) - Adrienne Slavins Place 7 (Chamber of Commerce Appointment) - Charles Harper HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION Charles Veneziano / 10-4-26 Susan Judah / 10-4-27 Laura Bruce / 11-3-28 Matthew Simechak / 10-4-28 Holle Smith (ODEDC President) / 10-4-28 Caitlyn Cummings (City Council) / 11-3-29 Rosmarie Williamson (Dir. Chamber of Commerce) / 10-4-28 Rachel Barefield / 10-4-26 Angela Maultsby / 10-4-27 PUBLIC BUILDING AUTHORITY Carlton Holbrook / 1-16-30 Mary Helen Grant / 2-5-26 William “Will” Matthews / 2-5-28 SOUTHEAST AL SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY (SEASWDA) Partial List/City Appointments Only Wendell Coursey / 3-21-29 Ryan Campbell (Public Works Dir.) / 11-1-28 Randy Martin / 2-6-26 OZARK-DALE COUNTY TECHNOLOGY CENTER FOR DEVELOPING INDUSTRY ADVISORY BOARD Chairman, Industrial Development Board Mike Brauer / 12-18-27 Business Person at Large - Tomekia Crews / 8-27-31 Business Person at Large - Sherry Chisholm / 7-26-30 President/Dean –Enterprise State Community College - Daniel Long Executive Director, Southeast Alabama Regional Planning & Development Commission - Kenneth (Scott) Farmer City Council Member - Brenda Simechak / 11-3-29 Chairman of ODEC - Derek Dickens Chairman, Dale County Commission -Steve McKinnon President of ODEDC - Holle Smith TREE BOARD Victoria Hamm / 06-16-2027 Dennis Newton / 6-20-26 Julie McDaniel / 6-20-26 Norm Kinney / 6-20-28 Perry Pritchett, Dale County Forestry Commission Management Specialist / 8-16-28 Boards & Commissions ... BACK TO HOME HOSPITAL BOARD (Dale County Healthcare Authority Executive Board) Jim Harris / 5-8-31 Billy Blackwell / 5-8-27 Peggy Brannon / 5-8-27 Trae Avant / 6-20-29 5 Members assigned by the Dale County Commission HOUSING AUTHORITY (Mayor’s Appointment) Thomas “Tommy” Farmer / 3-14-27 Sylvia Malone / 3-14-30 Casandra Ware / 3-14-29 Mobayah Blakely / 3-14-26 Chelsea Roberts / 3-14-28 INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD Mike Brauer / 12-18-27 Dr. Carl Schauble / 12-18-25 Ed Sanders / 12-18-27 Dale Moates / 12-5-29 Whitney Gardner / 1-16-30 Brent Browning / 12-18-25 Greg Siegfried / 12-18-25 OZARK PARKS & RECREATION BOARD Alan Morrow / 11-1-28 Les Perault ( City Council Position) / 11-3-29 Todd Coughlin / 2-15-28 Derrick Ogunade / 12-6-25 Elisabeth Wyse / 3-15-27 Athena Metcalf / 4-21-27 Stuart Smith / 2-6-26 MEDICAL CLINIC BOARD John Cawley / 3-7-29 Jewnita Clark /2-7-29 Shermanique Brooks / 2-7-26 DALE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD Place 1 (City Council Appointment) Christina Faulkner / 10-17-29 Place 2 (City Council Appointment) Elizabeth Delaney / 10-17-29 Place 3 (City Council Appointment) Michael Cairns / 10-16-26 Place 4, Seat 1 & 2 (Dale County Commission Appointments) PLANNING COMMISSION Bryan Macario (City Council Appointment) / 11-3-29 Mayor’s Appointments: Administrative Official: Ryan Campbell / 11-3-29 Mayor Charles Ward / 11-3-29 Joe Sexton, Utilities Board Director DeVaughn Moore / 11-7-28 Charles Veneziano / 11-7-28 Don Hallford / 11-3-26 Sherry Chisholm / 11-3-26 Wade Roberson, Sr. / 10-1-29 UTILITIES BOARD Mike Brauer / 10-1-28 Brent Browning / 10-1-28 Les Perault (City Council Member) / 11-3-29 Larry Clark / 11-1-29 Derek Dickens / 10-1-30 Additional Members: Mayor Charles Ward Secretary/Treasurer: Joe Sexton, General Manager WIREGRASS MENTAL HEALTH Shanika Jones Reeves / 4-6-27 Pam Schisler / 4-4-29 BOARD OF ZONING AND ADJUSTMENTS Paul Taylor / 11-21-26 Scott Head / 11-19-25 Dale Moates / 11-16-25 John Cawley / 11-19-25 Wallace Kennedy, Jr. / 5-16-26 Charles Veneziano / 11-21-26 Hugh Curran / 10-16-27 Inactive Boards: Ozark Downtown Redevelopment Board Board of Adjustments & Appeals Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? 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