Jefferson County Coroner, Dr. Greg Davis, Chief Deputy Coroner, Bill Yates, and Dr. Darlene Traffanstedt, Medical Director from the Jefferson County Department of Health join us to talk about the alarming trend in overdose deaths due to fentanyl laced drugs. They explain the numbers, where this is happening in Jefferson County, the shift in demographics and discuss resources listed below. * Free naloxone and fentanyl test strips available to anyone in the state of Alabama at our website www.jcdh.org/naloxone * Community organizations that wish to discuss overdose prevention and education trai ..read more

Did you get a new TV, computer, coffee pot, or whatever for Christmas? Here's how and when to dispose of old electronics and paper on Jan. 28 at the Birmingham Zoo. Hana Berres, education training coordinator, for our Stormwater Program talks about what you can bring to this FREE event. Every electronic item is recycled and paper is shredded on site. We also have 3 community cleanups on MLK Day and Hana explains why these events are so important and how you can get one in your community. If you have questions please contact the department at 205-325-8741. And, additional information can always ..read more

Jefferson County environmental services is transitioning to a new more modern sewer billing software, much like other utilities use. In this podcast we explain the transition timeline, who it affects (not those who get their bills from BWWB), and what customers will be asked to do. If you want to receive your paper bill, you can, but if you opt in for the new billing system you will get a lot more detail on your bill, you billing history and ease of online payment. If you have questions, you can call ESD Monday - Friday at 205-325-5390. We've also created a special FAQ on our website with deta ..read more

Our Veteran's Committee has an event this week for our employees that are Veterans and we took a few minutes to talk to an employee from each branch of service about how their service carries over into their position at the county. We have the Army, Navy, Marines, and Air Force all represented. And, the conversation gets a little lively when we talk about "the best" branch. Hint, you really need them all! Thank you to Akirashanti Byrd (Tax Collector Office), John Sepulveda (Deputy Director at Youth Detention), Darrick Williams (Chief Administrative Analyst, Human Resources), Don Carroll (Assis ..read more

The Board of Equalization is responsible for valuing fair and equitably all taxable real property in Jefferson County, to notify tax payers of valuation increases and to hear and decide protests and to defend established values in court. In this episode we talk with Maria Knight, Chairman of the Board of Equalization on "Why she Serves" in her role with Jefferson County and the importance of her department and position.  For more information the Board of Equalization or any questions regarding your property log on to www.boe.jccal.org, email boe@jccal.org  or call 205-325-5566 Mon-F ..read more

The Board of Equalization is responsible for valuing fair and equitably all taxable real property in Jefferson County, to notify tax payers of valuation increases and to hear and decide protests and to defend established values in court. In this episode we talk with Maria Knight, Chairman of the Board of Equalization on "Why she Serves" in her role with Jefferson County and the importance of her department and position.  For more information the Board of Equalization or any questions regarding your property log on to www.boe.jccal.org, email boe@jccal.org  or call 205-325-5566 Mon-F ..read more

The Jefferson County Commission recently approved over $1.4 million in federal dollars allocated to Jefferson State Community College and the Dannon Project for Occupational Training and Work Based Learning Programs with our Office of Workforce Development. The programs, which also involve character and leadership development, are geared to train and engage students in occupational skills ranging from the broad fields of healthcare to information  technology. The occupational training programs also provide opportunities for students to earn national certifications such as welding technic ..read more

Apply for the Jefferson County Skilled Worker position at www.jobsquest.org. The deadline to apply is August 12, 2022 ..read more

Many of you participated in our Citizen Survey earlier this year. There was an open comment section on that survey and we wanted to respond to some of your comments and questions with actual information that might help. In this podcast we talk about the County website jccal.org, the number to the County Manager's office (205)731-2880, and online services list and How Do I? page. The comments were valuable feedback and the Office of Public Information is going to work to implement some of your suggestions in the coming year.  ..read more

Applications are now being accepted for the 2022 Water Reclamation Facility Operator Apprentice Program at Jefferson County. You can apply online at www.jobsquest.org, call for more information at 205-325-5249, or email careers@jccal.org. Program benefits include: paid on the job training; advanced pay structure based on certification completion; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; paid books and training material; lab exposure; excellent growth opportunities; eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits. Application deadline is June 15th! The Jefferson County Commission will not dis ..read more