Mayor Jeffrey Price

10/12/2026

Sunday Evening Update: Mayor Jeffrey Price, M.D.

Another busy and productive week at City Hall, with several meetings, conversations, and projects moving forward.

I began the week with a 45-minute interview with a healthcare executive discussing community health from my perspective as both a physician and mayor. After 27 years of practicing medicine in Clanton, improving the health of our residents remains a priority. As mayor, that includes expanding sidewalks, connecting parks and recreational areas, and improving transportation options for residents who need help getting to medical appointments.

I enjoyed attending the LCA Gala and Taste of Chilton this week. The Taste of Chilton event reminded me of the work we did early in my administration to preserve the available space at Jefferson State Exhibition Hall. With approximately 400 people attending, it's clear how important this facility is for community events. I'm glad we were able to keep that space available for future use.

While at Taste of Chilton, I also spoke with the owner of The Wharf, who shared that their planned opening date is December 2, 2026! Another exciting addition to Clanton!

We reviewed a compensation study with our City Clerk comparing employee salaries with those in similarly sized communities. Our goal is to remain competitive in recruiting and retaining good employees while ensuring fair compensation based on responsibilities and experience.

I also met with a couple who recently moved to Clanton and are considering several business opportunities. We discussed available properties and buildings. I always encourage anyone considering opening a business to talk with the City before purchasing property to understand zoning, permitted uses, and other requirements.

We hosted members of the Senior Connection and Senior Center Board to review renderings of our planned Clanton Senior Community Center. The response has been very positive, and I appreciate KPS Group's work on the design. We still have details to finalize, but we're hopeful the project will be ready for bidding around April or so.

I also met with Retail Strategies, a Birmingham company that helps communities attract commercial development. If plans work out, I'll attend a one-day retail convention in Atlanta to meet with representatives of several well-known retailers about opportunities in Clanton.

Our City Council work session and regular meeting were held Thursday because of Monday's City holiday. Several important items were addressed.

I had the privilege of reading a proclamation recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This is a serious issue affecting many families, and raising awareness, supporting victims, and encouraging people to seek help are extremely important.

We also approved a land agreement with the Chilton County Board of Education for our new Senior Community Center location. This represents another important step toward making the project a reality.

Finally, the Council unanimously approved the Clanton Fire Internship Program! This will provide students opportunities to experience the fire service and explore careers in public safety. I appreciate the Board of Education's efforts to establish partnerships with cities in fire services and other career fields. These programs can benefit both our students and our communities.

One final note: I've heard and read many of your comments about wanting a dog park in Clanton. It is certainly on my radar! I just ask for a little patience as we evaluate what we want, what we need, and what we can reasonably afford. There are many good ideas for our city, and we want to make thoughtful decisions about how we move forward.

Another good week of progress for Clanton! Some accomplishments are large and others may seem small, but each helps move our city forward.

Thank you for allowing me to serve as your mayor.
Every person matters.

10/07/2026

Here's a sneak peek at a couple of renderings of our new Clanton Senior Center (CSS).

10/04/2026

Sunday Night Update: Mayor Jeffrey Price, M.D.

This week had a lot going on around the City of Clanton, with several meetings and projects moving forward.

I started the week by meeting with a member of the Clanton Housing Authority Board who was up for reappointment. He is retired, currently serves as president of the board, and has a genuine interest in the well-being of the Housing Authority and the people it serves. After a good conversation, we decided to renew his appointment. Strong oversight and committed board members are important to the continued success of the Housing Authority.

At our City Council meeting, we handled several resolutions and other items. One highlight was approving facility agreements with both Girl Scout troops for use of the newly renovated space at our facility on Enterprise Road. We are glad to provide them with a place to meet and grow. As we eventually move our seniors into the new Senior Community Center, we may have additional space available for other community organizations as well.

We also took another step forward in putting our opioid settlement funds to good use. The City has now authorized an application process allowing qualifying organizations to apply for grants from a portion of those funds. The application period will open later this fall, and requests must meet the requirements for approved opioid settlement spending. Our focus will be on prevention, treatment, recovery, and other efforts that can truly make a difference. We have also set aside funding specifically for youth- and school-based prevention efforts.

If you’re unfamiliar with the opioid settlement, you can easily find information with a Google search or contact the City.

I also met with board members of the Gridiron Club about ideas to strengthen the relationship between our athletes and the community. We want our students to feel supported both athletically and academically. I was at the Pelham game Friday night. Clanton always travels well to show support for our Tigers.

Another meeting this week was with the new owner of an older building along Highway 31. He plans to divide the building into two or three spaces and came in early to discuss what types of small businesses might work well there and what uses would be allowed. I appreciate property owners doing that on the front end. He left with several ideas and hopes to move forward in the near future.

We also met with our in-house grant writer about a possible grant that could help reduce the City’s cost of removing trees while also helping us plant new ones. That could be especially useful around the courthouse property after demolition and possibly around the new Senior Community Center once construction is complete.

We also met with City and school officials about developing a firefighter internship program in cooperation with the Board of Education. The idea is to give interested high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to spend several months learning about the fire service and seeing whether it might be a career they would like to pursue. Hopefully, this can help develop future firefighters right here at home and create a pathway toward employment with the City when positions become available.

And finally, on Friday, we received the signed deed transferring the old courthouse property to the City. So, we are now the proud owners of a very historic, although asbestos-ridden, building. More importantly, we now have control of the property and can move forward. Planning for the asbestos abatement and demolition process is already underway, and our goal remains to have the building coming down shortly after the Christmas holidays, hopefully in early January, weather permitting.

There were plenty of other odds and ends throughout the week as well. Some of the work we do is easy to see as you drive through town. Other work happens quietly behind the scenes and may take months before the results become visible.

Either way, I can promise you that we are working hard every day with the residents of Clanton and the future of our city at the forefront of everything we do.

Every person matters.

09/28/2026

Sunday Evening Update — Mayor Jeffrey Price, M.D.

It was another busy and productive week in Clanton.

I forgot to mention in last week’s update that at our most recent Council meeting, we approved the fiscal year 2027 City budget, with total revenues projected at approximately $17.3 million and total expenses at approximately $16.6 million.

That builds in almost a 4% buffer for unexpected expenses, emergencies, and other needs that may arise during the year. I would ultimately like to see that buffer closer to 10%, but in my first budget year as mayor, I felt it was important to begin building additional cushion into the budget while still meeting the City’s needs.

Monday morning, I had the opportunity to join many of our second graders from across Chilton County at the CCHS auditorium for the Hands on Liberty kickoff through the Liberty Learning Foundation. The program introduces students to citizenship, civic responsibility, American history, and the role each of us can play in our communities. It was great to see so many young students excited and engaged as they began the program.

I also met with a real estate broker this week to discuss available lots and land in and around Clanton as we continue to receive inquiries from outside businesses and other entities interested in our area.

I attended the United Way kickoff luncheon, where we heard about their goals, awards, grants, and the work they continue to do throughout our communities.

Councilman Agee and I traveled to Seventeen Springs in Millbrook for a brief tour and an Alabama Power luncheon with mayors and other community leaders. The meeting gave us an opportunity to meet leaders from several areas within Alabama Power, put faces with names, and learn more about the resources they can provide to cities.

I also attended our 911 Board meeting, where we approved the upcoming budget. Like cities and organizations everywhere, the cost of doing business continues to rise, and budgets are receiving more scrutiny as we work to make sure taxpayer dollars are used responsibly.

During the week, I met separately with leaders from two local churches who shared that their congregations are praying for our city and offered to help wherever needs may arise. I certainly appreciate their willingness to serve our community.

The City Council also held a productive work session. We spent about an hour reviewing the 2025 annual audit with our auditors and discussed several resolutions and other items that will come before the Council at Monday night’s meeting.

I enjoyed attending the Chamber ribbon cutting for Clanton Outdoors at their new location behind Three Amigos. It is always good to celebrate our local businesses as they grow and invest in Clanton.

Finally, I met with a Chilton County Board of Education employee to discuss the possibility of internship opportunities with the City for high school seniors. We also discussed the idea during our work session, and we are looking at how we might be able to make a program like this work.

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to serve. There is always plenty going on behind the scenes beyond these Sunday highlights, and we will continue working every day to move Clanton forward.

Every person matters.

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09/21/2026

Was good to glean some wisdom from Mayor Price of Clanton, the other day. I also was able to get a tour of their great municipal building. Thank you Mayor for your time and insight.

09/21/2026

Sunday Night Update, Mayor Jeffrey Price

It’s never a dull week in the City of Clanton.

A quick update on the former United Way office. The building has been renovated, and both of our Girl Scout troops should be able to begin using it in early October. It looks great and will be an asset for meetings and other community uses.

This week included a meeting with the YMCA director to review the pool and splash pad. Attendance was very strong this summer. We also discussed the bathroom area at the pool. It is an older building with very little airflow, so the humidity keeps the area feeling damp even when it has been cleaned. We are going to look at ways to improve the ventilation and overall condition.

We also had our Water Works and Sewer Board meeting Monday. Our number of active leaks had dropped considerably, but since September 1 we have had another 13 or 14 reported leaks. If you have a question about a leak and have not received an update, please call the Water Department. Our employees are doing a good job working through these issues and keeping residents informed.

Monday night was also a special night as we inducted the first ever City of Clanton Youth Council. A lot has already been shared about it, so I will not repeat everything here, but I am very proud we were able to get this started and look forward to continuing it each year.

I also attended the YMCA board meeting. The property across from the YMCA belongs to the Y, and United Way is helping develop a small park there. Plans include additional parking, a small playground, raised garden beds, and other improvements. The City is helping with coordination as the project moves forward.

I also met with an executive from United Way of Central Alabama and had a good discussion about the services they provide locally and how donated funds are used.

Midweek, I went to the Jeff State Exhibition Hall, which I’m very glad we still have, and attended the College and Career Fair. It was very well attended, with groups of students coming through on a scheduled rotation. Our Police Department, Fire Department, and Water Department were all there talking with students and potential future applicants. There were many other vendors and organizations represented as well.

I also had a chance to sit down with Pine Level Mayor Zachary Bigley. We had met briefly before, but this time we spent more than an hour talking, comparing notes, and having a few laughs about how many of the same issues come up no matter the size of the city. Pine Level is still a young community, but they are dealing with many of the same things we are, including infrastructure, business development, and smart growth. Mayor Bigley is a great guy, and I really enjoyed the visit. We plan to get together again, and I hope to make a trip down to Pine Level soon.

Later in the week, I visited the City’s raw water intake facility on Lake Mitchell. The City has owned a small house at that site for many years, but the interior has deteriorated significantly. With millions in water upgrades nearing completion and a huge new generator only a few feet away, we decided the house should be removed because of security and liability concerns. The property itself will remain owned by the City.

I also stopped by the wastewater treatment plant. Major upgrades continue there, including construction of a new clarifier involving a tremendous amount of rebar and concrete. When completed, hopefully around the middle of next year, the plant should have significantly more capacity and put the City in a strong position for future growth.

A lot of these projects are not glamorous, and some take a long time to complete, but water, sewer, roads, recreation, and infrastructure are what allow a community to grow and improve.
I hope everyone has a great week.
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