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Russellville mayor seeks fourth consecutive term

Originally published in the Times Daily.

Mayor David Grissom wants to continue being involved in the growth and development of the city as he announces a run for a fourth term.

A local businessman, Grissom was first elected to office in 2012 after representing District 5 on the Russellville City Council from 2008 to 2012. 

Russellville’s mayor seeks fourth consecutive term

Originally published in the Franklin County Times.

Mayor David Grissom wants to continue being involved in the growth and development of the city as he announces a run for a fourth term.

A local businessman, Grissom was first elected to office in 2012 after representing District 5 on the Russellville City Council from 2008 to 2012.

Grissom announces bid for fourth consecutive term at Russellville Mayor

Originally published in the Franklin Free Press.

Russellville Mayor David Reed Grissom has announced that he will seek an unprecedented fourth consecutive term to the city’s highest office this summer.

Grissom, a businessman, was first elected mayor in 2012. The 1990 Russellville High School graduate represented District 5 on the Russellville City Council from 2008-2012.

Russellville promotion helps local businesses

Originally published in the Times Daily.

Mayor David Grissom said a promotion encouraging residents to spend money at local businesses can help increase revenue by as much as 60%.

The city council earlier this week approved a resolution promoting “Spend at Least $20 in Russellville Day.”

Additional funds received for new Russellville Public Library

Originally published in the Franklin County Times.

In its regular meeting Sept. 3, the Russellville City Council accepted a $3,892,000 grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the construction of a library/multipurpose center.

“I am beyond humbled and thankful to have this finally come to fruition for our community,” said Russellville Public Library director Joshlyn Bowen. “I want to thank Congressman Aderholt, the mayor, City Council and all of those that helped us finally achieve this goal.”

Russellville receives grant for downtown sidewalk project

Originally published in the Times Daily.

A $463,284 Transportation Alternative Program grant announced by Gov. Kay Ivey will allow the city to replace sidewalks along Washington Avenue, Jackson Avenue and Montgomery Street in downtown Russellville.

The money is part of a statewide $21.6 million TAP grant package announced by the governor and the Alabama Department of Transportation, according to a Transportation Department news release.

Russellville Main Street awarded state-wide recognition at Main Street Alabama Conference

Originally published in the Franklin County Times.

Aug. 15, Main Street Alabama held its eleventh annual Awards of Excellence Banquet at the Community House in Monroeville to celebrate the successes of local programs. The event was sponsored by Alabama Municipal Electric Authority and University of West Alabama Division of Economic Development and Workforce Development. Main Street Alabama’s President and State Coordinator, Mary Helmer Wirth, and Assistant State Coordinator, Trisha Black, recognized projects and individuals who made significant contributions to their communities. The Awards of Excellence program highlighted the tremendous impacts of these honorees in their respective areas.

Shoals mayors cite infrastructure improvements coming in 2024

Originally published in the Times Daily.

In Russellville, Mayor David Grissom said the city council approved a $12,761,522 fiscal 2024 budget, the city’s largest general fund budget ever.

“The budget was highlighted by significant raises for all city employees as recommended by their department heads,” Grissom said.

Federal grant helps Russellville purchase brush truck

Originally published in the Times Daily.

A federal grant will allow the city’s fire department to purchase a new “quick attack brush truck” that can be used for a variety of purposes.

The vehicle will be purchased through the Department of Homeland Security FY 2022 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.

Russellville has been named a Main Street Community

Originally published in the Times Daily.

Being designated a Main Street Alabama city will bring a variety of opportunities to improve the city’s downtown area with programs and grants that can help revitalize and restore old buildings, said Ann Epperson McDermitt, the executive director of Main Street Russellville.

Russellville is one of two communities that are being recognized as a Main Street Alabama Designated Community, a Man Street Alabama news release announced.