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The Bell Hill Road project is in its final phase. While there have been some unexpected challenges, those have not impacted the overall project timeline. The sanitary sewer service laterals for local businesses are being completed, the asphalt work at the Eastern Valley Road end of Letson Farms Parkway is complete with permanent striping set to be placed in the coming weeks.
Currently the contractor is focused on finalizing asphalt throughout New Bell Hill Road, including the roundabout at the Lou George Loop tie-in. To facilitate the construction of a retaining wall and the Holiday Inn's access tie-in extension, traffic pattern shifts are anticipated. Please note that access to Letson Farms Parkway from New Bell Hill Road will remain temporarily closed while the final sanitary sewer manhole height is adjusted and the concrete island construction wraps up. The contractor is also building a retaining wall at Pediatrics West.
The final phases of the project will include permanent road striping, installation of permanent signs, right-of-way markers, and detectable warning devices to ensure compliance with sidewalk regulations.
We appreciate the community's continued patience with this work! Please follow the County's social media channels for any detours or temporary closures.
The Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) announced this week the launch of JeffCoALert, an emergency notification system that delivers timely alerts to protect residents during critical incidents, adverse weather events, and other emergencies.
JeffCoALert marks a significant advancement in the county’s emergency preparedness and response capabilities, equipping residents with essential tools to stay informed and safe in times of crisis.
Key Features of JeffCoALert:
Mobile App Accessibility: Residents can easily access JeffCoALert via the free ‘MyAlerts’ app, providing immediate access to crucial alerts without the need to register through a sign-up portal. This approach removes barriers, making the system more accessible and convenient, and expanding reach across Jefferson County.
Multilingual Support: Recognizing the diverse needs of the community, JeffCoALert offers multilingual notifications, with over 60 languages available for written alerts and more than 30 languages for spoken alerts. This feature ensures that non-English-speaking residents receive timely, clear information, enhancing safety and preparedness for everyone, regardless of language proficiency.
Multiple Alert Channels: JeffCoALert notifications can be received across multiple platforms, including the MyAlerts app, voice calls (mobile and landline), text messages, and emails, allowing residents to stay connected in the format most convenient for them and to receive the alerts most important to them as all alerts issued will be location-based.
Residents who were registered with the previous system will continue receiving alerts seamlessly without any interruption in service. Existing users can also customize their JeffCoALert preferences by logging in with the email or phone number they used for prior alerts on our website sign-up page.
JeffCoALert represents Jefferson County EMA’s commitment to leveraging technology to protect lives and ensure community resilience. By further enhancing the ability to notify and warn Jefferson County residents, it is now easier than ever for every resident to stay informed and safe.
For more information on JeffCoALert, including setup and customization of notification preferences, please visit www.jeffcoema.org.
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As many of you are aware, the general election is next Tuesday, Nov. 5th. Please remember to bring your Photo ID with you to the polls. If you have questions about what is on the ballot, or are not sure about your voting location, checkout our special webpage. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. Click Here! |
Congresswoman Terri Sewell was in town this week and presented the Bessemer Airport with a $500,000 grant to help with improvements at the airport and specifically a new drone testing and education facility in partnership with the University of Alabama. Commission President Jimmie Stephens and Commissioner Sheila Tyson joined Sewell in expressing that great things happen when everyone is pulling in the same direction.
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