Tag: Jefferson County Commission
Growth in West JeffCo Spurs Residential Development in McCalla
Two proposed residential developments in the McCalla area were moved to the agenda for the Jefferson County Commission’s meeting Thursday. Read more.
Stephens Seeking Another Term on the Jefferson County Commission
The 73-year-old commission president, who is undergoing cancer surgery on Thursday, said that if he serves another term, he would be almost old enough to run for president. Read more.
Commission President’s Health to Take a Toll on Attendance
Jimmie Stephens said his cancer treatments are ramping up for the next month or so. Read more.
Tyson Questions the Work of Shelters and Presence of Homeless in Her District
Tyson said she’s seen an increase in homelessness in her district and asked for reports on where homeless shelters are spending the county’s money. Read more.
Judge Considering Testimony in Trial Over Jefferson County Commission Districts
UPDATED — If a judge rules that districts were gerrymandered, it could change the political landscape of the commission. Read more.
Finally! McCalla Development Gets JeffCo Zoning Approval After Significant Adjustments
A proposed residential development in McCalla got the go-ahead Thursday after developer K&K Properties LLC greatly reduced the density of homes and made other assurances. Read more.
En Garde! Experts Will Duel If JeffCo Redistricting Lawsuit Goes to Trial
The federal lawsuit challenging Jefferson County Commission districts is set to go to trial Monday, depending on how a judge rules on requests from each side to find in their favor before that. Read more.
Jefferson County Commission OK’s Funding for 3 Economic Development Organizations
Jefferson County commissioners on Thursday allotted money to three economic development drivers after a spirited debate about equity earlier in the week. Read more.
Naftel Praised by Former Probate Judge as ‘the Best’
The Jefferson County Commission presented Probate Judge Jim Naftel II, who will step down next month, with a proclamation that recognized and thanked him for his service. Read more.
Ho, Ho, Ho: Jefferson County Commissioners to Dole Out Econ Dev Funds, but Two Say Stockings Aren’t Being Filled Fairly
Jefferson County Commissioners will be deciding Thursday how much money to allot to three economic development drivers, an issue that made onto the upcoming agenda after a spirited debate about equity. Read more.
