With no opposition, Sheriff Chuck Phillips has earned a fourth term in office. Phillips is one of a few candidates with no opponent in the May 24 Republican Primary. And,
Audit found questionable spending by former Jackson County Commission chairman
Jackson County Courthouse; Credit: Jackson County Commission on Facebook
A special audit examined credit card expenses.
Posted: May 5, 2021 3:54 PM
Posted By: Stephen Gallien
A special audit performed from August through December last year examined credit card expenses.
Two instances of non-compliance were found. They involved a failure to provide proper documentation of credit cards over travel and mileage.
Former chairman Tim Guffey did not show up for a meeting to justify his use of the county s credit card. He has since repaid the county more than $3,900.
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Gov. Ivey appoints new Jackson County Commission Chairman Major General Willie Nance, Jr. (Source: Jackson County Commission) By Stefante Randall | April 28, 2021 at 9:57 PM CDT - Updated May 3 at 12:56 PM
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. (WAFF) -
UPDATE: Jackson County has a new Commission Chairman.
According to the Governor’s Office, retired Major General Willie Nance, Jr. was selected as Jackson County Commission Chairman on Monday, May 3.
See Nance’s appointment letter from the Governor’s Office below.
ORIGINAL: The search is on for a new Jackson County Commission Chairman.
Vice-chairman Jason Venable said about a dozen people applied for the position. But it’s important to note, Governor Kay Ivey will make the final decision regarding the appointment. Venable said not having a chairman has impacted the commission’s efficiency and ability to quickly handle business.
Retired Major General appointed to serve as new Jackson County Commision chairman
Retired Maj. Gen. William Nance Jr.
The former chairman submitted his resignation last year
Posted: May 3, 2021 2:49 PM
Updated: May 3, 2021 2:50 PM
Posted By: Alex Torres-Perez, Josh Rayburn
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced Monday that she has appointed a new chairman of the Jackson County Commission.
Retired Maj. Gen. William Nance Jr. begins serving as chairman immediately.
Former chairman Tim Guffey submitted his resignation last year due to health reasons. That resignation went into effect last month.
However, Guffey had been on administrative leave since December. He was put on leave and not allowed to perform any duties after an investigation into illegal surveillance cameras at the Jackson County Courthouse was launched.