LEGAL NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed bids, subject to the conditions contained herein, will be received by the Perry County Water Authority until 2:00 P.M., local time, Thursday, August 20, 2026, and then publicly opened and read aloud at the office at 108 W. Monroe Street, Marion, AL 36756 for furnishing all labor and materials and performing all work for construction of: 2026 Heiberger Area Water Main Improvements (CR-47 & CR-162).
The project consists of: Construction of approximately 17,500 LF of 6” and 8” PVC water main and related appurtenances in Perry Couty, Alabama.
The CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND PLANS may be examined at the Perry County Water Authority or at the office of Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC.
Copies of the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND PLANS may be obtained at the office of Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC, by emailing ashley.nobles@gmcnetwork.com; upon payment of a one-time administrative fee of $20.00 for digital access/file sharing access and/or payment of $100.00 for each printed set. Said cost represents the cost of printing, reproduction, handling, and distribution, therefore no refund will be granted. No partial sets, individual pages or drawing sheets will be provided. No documents will be issued within 48 hours prior to bid opening.
All bidders must comply with the President’s Executive Order Number 11246 which prohibits discrimination in employment regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. All bidders must comply with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Anti-Kickback Act and the Contract Workhours Act. The attention of bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the Contract, Section 3, Segregated Facilities, Section 109 and E.O. 11246.
The Owner reserves the right to waive any informalities, or to reject any or all bids, and to award the contract to the lowest, most responsive and responsible bidder. All bidders must comply with requirements of the Contractor’s Licensing Law of the State of Alabama and be certified for the type of work on which the proposal is submitted. Each bidder must deposit with his bid, security in the amount of, form of and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders.
Registration in SAM (System for Award Management) www.sam.gov is required to participate in ADECA projects and other Federal funding programs.
All Contractors preparing Bids for the referenced project shall submit a list of similar projects “successfully completed” in the last 5 years, having the same scope of work with construction cost similar to or greater than this project. All nonresident contractors preparing bids shall submit with the bid documents evidence of a current Alabama General Contractor’s License, evidence (with original seal of the State of Alabama) of proper registration with the Alabama Secretary of State as a foreign corporation, and a Certificate of Good Standing as a Foreign Corporation from the State of Alabama Department of Revenue. Bids submitted by a nonresident contractor without these documents included will be rejected.
Guarantee will be required with each bid for at least 5% of the amount of the bid filed in the form of a certified check, Bid Bond, or irrevocable Letter of Credit acceptable to the owner payable to the Perry County Water Authority. Bid Bonds shall include certification that the bonding company is listed in Circular 570 of the U.S. Treasury Department. The name, address, telephone number, and contact person for the bonding company shall also be included.
No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the opening thereof. Bids may be held by the Owner for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days from the date of opening of bids for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the qualifications of the bidders prior to awarding the contract. This project is being funded in part by DRA Project No. AL-9521.
The successful bidder will be required to submit 100% performance and payment bonds or an irrevocable “Letter of Credit” which is acceptable to the Owner. All bonds and letters of credit shall be for 100% of the contract price. Attention of Bidders is called to the license required by Title 34, Chapter 8, of the code of Alabama, 1975, and amendments thereto, relating to the licensing of General Contractors. No bid will be accepted from anyone, except a qualified Contractor, licensed by the State Licensing Board for General Contractors, unless otherwise required by the State Licensing Board.
All bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope bearing on the outside the name of the Bidder, Bidder’s license number, license expiration date, category, address and name of the project. Envelopes containing bids must be addressed as follows, and delivered to the Mr. Earl Ford, Chairman, 108 W. Monroe Street or P. O. Box 485, Marion, AL 36756: “2026 Heiberger Area Water Main Improvements (CR-47 & CR-162) FOR THE PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY – DRA PROJECT NO. AL-9521”.
Bidders will be fully responsible for the delivery of their bids in a timely manner. Reliance upon U.S. Mail or other carriers is at the bidder’s risk. Late bids will not be considered.
The Perry County Water Authority is an equal opportunity employer and encourages the participation of women and minority owned businesses (OMBEs) and Section 3 qualified contractors in all project contract procurements.
Earl Ford, Chairman
Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC
2660 EastChase Lane, Suite 200 (36117)
Post Office Box 242128
Montgomery, Alabama 36124-2128
TEL (334) 271-3200
FAX (334) 272-1566
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LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF PERRY COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN RE: THE ESTATE OF DORIS BARTON AVERY, Deceased
Case No.: 26-0021
NOTICE BY PUBLICATION
Letters Testamentary of the deceased having been granted to CAROL A. ELLIOTT and JOYCE A. ABRAMS on this 15 day of July, 2026, by the Honorable Carlton L. Hogue, Judge of Probate Perry County, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against the estate are hereby required to present the same within the time allowed by law or the same will be barred forever.
CAROL A. ELLIOTT and JOYCE A. ABRAMS are the Co-Personal Representatives of the Estate of DORIS BARTON AVERY.
Attorney for Personal Representative:
Kirtley W. Brown
215 Washington Street
Marion, AL 36756
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LEGAL NOTICE
In the Probate Court for Perry County, Alabama
In Re: The Estate of Richard Bryant, Deceased.
Case No.: 26-0024
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE
Letters of Administration of said deceased having been granted to Robert D. Bryant on July 22, 2026, by the Probate Judge of Perry County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are hereby required to present same within the time allowed by law or the same will be barred.
Petitioner:
Robert D. Bryant
P.O. Box 392
Marion, AL 36756
(334) 683-6885
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF COMPLETION
Compass Civil Construction LLC hereby gives notice of completion of contract with the Waterworks and Sewer Board of the City of Uniontown for the construction of Project No. FS010440-01, water meter replacement project. This notice will appear for four consecutive weeks beginning on August 1st and ending on August 29th. All claims should be filed at P.O. Box 13, Moundville, AL 35474, during this period.
Compass Civil Construction LLC
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LEGAL NOTICE
In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that:
Amason & Associates, Inc., Contractor, has completed the Contract for Construction of New ISTC Building at Perry County Correctional Facility for J.F. Ingram State Technical College at Uniontown, Alabama, for the State of Alabama and the County of Perry, Owner(s), and have made request for final settlement of said Contract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify:
Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC (Architect/Engineer)
BUSINESS ADDRESS: P.O. Box 1729, Tuscaloosa, AL 35403
Amason & Associates, Inc. (Contractor)
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LEGAL NOTICE
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
THE PERRY COUNTY COMMISSION
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Title of Job Opening: Probate Clerk
Under the supervision of the Perry County Probate Judge
Duties/Responsibilities:
Greet customers and assist them with their needs. Intake and index instruments (ie., deeds, mortgages); process marriage licenses, renew driver licenses, record UCC-1 Financing Statements; sell privilege licenses (boats, fishing & hunting), process land redemptions; daily and monthly reports. Any other duties as assigned.
Knowledge required :
Proficiency with PC’s and driver’s license computer software and applications and general knowledge of office equipment; including telephones, photo copiers, facsimile, calculators, shredders and etc. Any combination of education and experience providing the required skills and knowledge is qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: High School Diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of College.
Salary: To be discussed
Where to apply: Applicant should apply directly with the Alabama Career Center at 1112 Water Avenue, Selma, Alabama 36701; Fax No: (334) 872-4355
Deadline: September 29, 2026 at 4:00 P.M.
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LEGAL NOTICE
PERRY COUNTY COMMISSION POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION TITLE: County Administrator
DEPARTMENT: Perry County Commission
Relationships
Reports to: County Commission
Subordinate Staff: Deputy County Administrator; Payroll Clerk; Accounts Payable Clerk
Other Internal Contacts: General Public; ACCA; Banks; Mayors; Examiners of Public Accounts; Federal Agencies; All County Department Heads, All Employees
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or finance, or five years of financial experience in government.
- Professional work experience in human resources or personnel management is preferred.
- Ability to become a certified County Administrator within three years of hire.
- Combinations of education and experience that meet the qualifications identified above will be considered.
- Possession of a current and valid Alabama driver’s license.
- Ability to travel overnight for meetings and training.
- Ability to become bonded and a Notary Public. And ability to remain on call 24/7.
Job Summary
Under the general oversight of the County Commission, the employee provides administrative leadership to the County. The employee supervises the other employees of the County Commission Office. The employee also handles financial, personnel, budgeting, and grant management responsibilities. The employee is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the data processing system. Employee also performs administrative tasks at the request of the County Commission.
Please submit applications to:
By Mail:
Perry County Commission
Attn: Chairman Carlton Lewis
P.O. Box 478
Marion, AL 36756
In Person:
Perry County Commission
300 Washington Street
Suite 103
Marion, AL 36756
For questions, please contact:
Perry County Commission
Phone: (334) 683-2200
Application Deadline: October 1, 2026
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
PERRY COUNTY, ALABAMA
Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage given by Kennith Wayne Johnson to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Top Flite Financial, Inc., dated September 27, 2023, and recorded in Book 635 at Page 219 on October 10, 2023, in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Perry County, Alabama, as last transferred to Data Mortgage Inc. d/b/a Essex Mortgage by assignment, recorded on June 24, 2024, in Book 636, at Page 88 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Perry County, Alabama, conveying the after-described property to secure a Note in the original principal amount of One Hundred Eighty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Five and 0/100 dollars ($189,255.00), with interest thereon as set forth therein. Brock and Scott, PLLC, as counsel for Mortgagee or Transferee and under and by virtue of power of sale contained in the said mortgage will, on September 30, 2026, sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash at the main courthouse entrance of Perry County, Alabama, within the legal hours of sale, the following described property:
A parcel of land located in the Southeast Quarter of Northeast Quarter of Section 16, Township 21 North, Range 8 East. Parcel containing 0.70 acres more or less. Being more particularly described as following: Point of commencement: being an iron purported to mark the Northwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 16; thence in a southeasterly direction S38°08’56″E for 959.65 feet to a 3/8″ pin in asphalt, purported to mark the southwest corner of parcel conveyed in Deed Book 559 Page 89; thence In an easterly direction S82º41’33″E for 142.93 feet to a 1/2″ pin capped “HOGGLE CA-0585-LS”; thence in a southerly direction S24º53’58″W for 245.48 feet to a 1/2″ pin capped “HOGGLE CA-0585-LS”; thence in a westerly direction N74º01’43″W for 126.80 feet to a 1/2″ pin “HOGGLE CA-0585-LS” on the east right- of-way margin of Alabama Highway #5 thence in a northerly direction along the east right-of-way margin of Alabama Highway #5 along a curve to the right having a Delta Angle 6º19′, Degree Curvature 0º15′, Tangent Length 1264.8 feet, and Length Curve 2526.7 feet, for an Arc Distance of 62.66 feet having a Chord Bearing N22º18’07″E and Chord Distance of 62.66 feet to a 1/2″ pin capped “HOGGLE CA-0585-LS” purported to mark Point of Tangency Station 646+75,2 as shown on Alabama Highway Department plans for Alabama Highway #5 – Federal Rd Div. #3, Project F-261(11), Fiscal Year 1957. thence in a northerly direction, N21°58’32″‘E for 159.57 feet to the Point of Beginning. Commonly known as: 23434 Highway 5, Marion, AL 36756 Parcel Number: 53-04-05-16-0-000-008.000-0
The debt secured by said Mortgage has been and is hereby declared due because of, among other possible events of default, failure to pay the indebtedness as and when due and in the manner provided in the Note and Mortgage. The debt remaining in default, this sale will be made for the purpose of paying the same and all expenses of this sale, as provided in Mortgage and by law, including attorney’s fees.
This property will be sold on an “as is, where is” basis, subject to any easements, encumbrances, and exceptions reflected in the mortgage and those contained in the records of the Office of the Judge of Probate of the County where the above-described property is situated. This property will be sold without warranty or recourse, expressed or implied as to title, use and/or enjoyment and will be sold subject to the right of redemption of all parties entitled thereto.
Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process.
To the best knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the party in possession of the property is KENNITH WAYNE JOHNSON, WHO ERRONEOUSLY ACUIRED TITLE AS KENNETH WAYNE JOHNSON, HEREIN JOINED BY THEIR SPOUSE, CHRISTY JOHNSON or tenant(s); and said property is more commonly known as 23434 Highway 5, Marion, AL 36756.
The sale will be conducted subject to (1) confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code (2) final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the mortgage and (3) any right of redemption or other lien not extinguished by foreclosure.
Brock & Scott, PLLC
120 Bishop Circle Pelham, AL 35124-1397
(205) 988-4202
B&S File No.: 24-13666
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