LEGAL NOTICE
CHANGE OF NAME PUBLICATION FOR A MINOR
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00309
IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF NAME OF:
J.A.M.G., A MINOR
NOTICE TO:
Known or Unknown Father
Address Unknown
On the 16th day of June 2026, came Mageli Lizat Garcia Gamino, Mother, Petitioner for the Change of Name for J.A.M.G. And whereas the 18th day of August 2026, at 11:00 A.M. has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for four consecutive weeks in the Western Star, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do. Please note that an answer may be filed within 30 days from the date of this last publication notice.
Given under my hand, this, the 16th day of June 2026.
/s/ Jacqueline Knox
Deputy Judge of Probate
Publication Dates:
06/19/2026
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:
ANN CAROLYN BICE a/k/a ANN CAROLYN SNIDER BICE, DECEASED
CASE NUMBER: 25BES000575
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 6th day of October 2025 by the Honorable Jameria J. Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Milton Terry Bice
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:
TERRY DURNAK BRESLER, DECEASED
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000311
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 17th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Jameria J. Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Gina A. Durnak
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION ON FINAL SETTLEMENT
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 25BES000341
ESTATE OF: Ralph Douglas Smith, Deceased
To: Jeleicia Barley, Jemeicia Barley, and any and all other parties interested in said estate.
On the 2nd day of April 2026, James L. Stewart, Personal Representative of the Estate of Ralph Douglas Smith, deceased, filed accounts, vouchers, evidence, and statement for a Final Settlement.
It is therefore ordered that the 28th day of September 2026, at 1:30 p.m., be appointed for making such settlement, at which time all interested parties may appear and contest the same.
Dated this 22nd day of June 2026.
Jameria Johnson Moore
Judge of Probate
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION ON FINAL SETTLEMENT
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 25BES000291
ESTATE OF: Isiah Walker, Deceased
To: LaQuita Perkins, Shon Perkins, Isiah Walker Jr., Natasha C. Walker, and any and all other parties interested in said estate.
On the 4th day of May 2026, Earlie Brooks, Personal Representative for the Estate of Isiah Walker, deceased, filed accounts, vouchers, evidence, and statement for a Final Settlement.
It is therefore ordered that the 12th day of October 2026, at 2:30 p.m., be appointed for making such settlement, at which time all interested parties may appear and contest the same.
Done this 22nd day of June 2026.
Jameria Johnson Moore
Judge of Probate
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:
AUTHERINE JUANITA LUCY FOSTER, DECEASED
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000315
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 18th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Jameria J. Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Angela Dickerson
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION ON FINAL SETTLEMENT
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 22BES000413
ESTATE OF: Beverly Scott Parker, a Protected Person
To: Steven L. Parker, Robert L. Parker, and any and all other parties interested in said estate.
On the 6th day of February 2025, Major Ann Scott, Guardian and Conservator for the Estate of Beverly Scott Parker, filed accounts, vouchers, evidence, and statement for a Final Settlement.
It is therefore ordered that the 26th day of October 2026, at 1:30 p.m., be appointed for making such settlement, at which time all interested parties may appear and contest the same.
Done this 22nd day of June 2026.
Jameria Johnson Moore
Judge of Probate
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION ON FINAL SETTLEMENT
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 1998-33944
ESTATE OF: Levi Alston, Deceased
To: Jacqueline Thomas Amerson, James Smith, and any and all other parties interested in said estate.
On the 17th day of June 2026, Kay L. Cason, Second Successor Administrator for the Estate of Levi Alston, deceased, filed her accounts, vouchers, evidence, and statement for a Final Settlement.
It is therefore ordered that the 12th day of October 2026, at 3:00 p.m., be appointed for making such settlement, at which time all interested parties may appear and contest the same.
Done this the 22nd day of June 2026.
Jameria Johnson Moore
Judge of Probate
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Donna Gaye Franklin, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000316
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 18th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Justin Lee Franklin
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Charles Edward Holt, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000319
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Letters of Administration upon the Estate of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 22nd day of June 2026 by the Honorable Jameria J. Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Clifton Holt
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Gloria K. Bunn a/k/a Gloria Kendrick Bunn, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000320
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 22nd day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Sylvia K. Miller
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES000160
ESTATE OF: Hazel Q. King, Deceased
To: Kim Jones, Alfonso King, Andre Ring, Nikiwa Anderson, Nathaniel Anderson, any and all heirs whose names, ages, conditions, and addresses are unknown, and to any and all interested parties.
On the 24th day of March 2026, Valarie Cameron filed her Petition for Ancillary Probate and Authority to Sell Real Estate in the matter of the Estate of Hazel Q. King, Deceased.
The 19th day of August 2026, at 3:00 p.m., has been set for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support thereof.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the hearing be given by publication once a week for three successive weeks in the Western Star, notifying all interested parties to appear and contest the petition if they think proper.
Done this the 23rd day of June 2026.
Sherri C. Friday
Judge of Probate
Publication Dates:
06/26/2026
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Rebecca Seales Carroll, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000033
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 9th day of March 2026 by the Honorable Jameria Johnson Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Joyce E. Kniseley
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Earl Ray Davis Jr., Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000291
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 25th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Jameria Johnson Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Lynda D. Ytzen
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Bruce Lavon Lollar, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000322
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 23rd day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Linda Carol Dixon
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Brenda C. Dutton, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000330
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 26th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
James Marty Cook
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Pratt Judson Dean, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000328
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 26th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Mark Stephen Smith
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00276
ESTATE OF: Willie Spence, Deceased
To: Jakori Malik Spence, Laneka Spence, any and all heirs whose names, ages, conditions, and addresses are unknown, and any and all interested parties.
On the 1st day of June 2026, Monica Spence filed her Petition for Probate of Will in the matter of the Estate of Willie Spence, Deceased.
The 25th day of August 2026, at 10:30 A.M., has been set for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support thereof.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the hearing be given by publication once a week for three successive weeks in the Western Star, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all interested parties to appear and contest the petition if they think proper.
Done this the 26th day of June 2026.
/s/ Jacqueline Knox
Deputy Judge of Probate
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Emile J. Lutfi, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000218
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 9th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Jacqueline Knox, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Fabula Jibrin
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Angela L. Johnson, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000326
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Letters of Administration upon the Estate of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 26th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Jay Greene
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Terry L. Thomas, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000323
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Letters of Administration upon the Estate of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 23rd day of June 2026 by the Honorable Jameria J. Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Grady J. Thomas
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Vicky Grammer, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000202
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Letters of Administration upon the Estate of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 25th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Keith Byram Grammer
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Charlie Mae Oakes, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000332
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 26th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Lesley R. Oakes
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
CHANGE OF NAME PUBLICATION FOR A MINOR
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00325
IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF NAME OF:
K.I.H., A MINOR
NOTICE TO:
William De’Andre Howard, Sr.
Address Unknown
On the 24th day of June 2026, Jasmine S. Adams, Mother, Petitioner for the Change of Name for K.I.H.
The 25th day of August 2026, at 10:00 A.M., has been set for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support thereof.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the hearing be given by publication once a week for four consecutive weeks in the Western Star, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all interested parties to appear and contest the petition if they think proper. Please note that an answer may be filed within 30 days from the date of the last publication notice.
Given under my hand this 26th day of June 2026.
/s/ Jacqueline Knox
Deputy Judge of Probate
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
07/24/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Timi Annette Downey, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000321
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 23rd day of June 2026 by the Honorable Jameria J. Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representatives:
Timothy Joseph Downey
Tyler Jacob Downey
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Nellie Faye Hamrick, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000278
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 25th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Kenneth Travis Carter
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000333
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 29th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Jameria J. Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representatives:
Jeffrey Wayne Sadler
Jeremy Kyle Sadler
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Thomas Sheldon Neel, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000337
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Letters of Administration upon the Estate of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 30th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Jay Greene
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION FOR PETITION OF APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES000188
ESTATE OF: Joseph Petty, An Alleged Incapacitated Person
To: Joseph Petty III, Torinett Petty, Janie Petty, Dennis Petty, Timothy Rose, any and all unknown heirs whose names, ages, conditions and whereabouts are unknown, and all other interested parties.
Take notice that on the 20th day of April 2026, Doris Petty filed an Amended Petition for the Appointment of a Guardian/Conservator for Joseph Petty, an Alleged Incapacitated Person.
Notice is hereby given that the above-named person and all persons in interest that said petition has been set for hearing on the 5th day of August 2026, at 10:45 a.m. All interested persons should appear in this Court on said date to object to the petition or make such other defense as may seem proper.
Witness my hand this 30th day of June 2026.
Sherri C. Friday
Judge of Probate
Publication Dates:
07/03/2026
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
07/24/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION
In accordance with the provisions of the Alabama Self Storage Act, Section 8-15, there now being due and unpaid charges for which the undersigned is entitled, the contents of the following storage units will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder or otherwise disposed of to satisfy the owner’s lien. Not all units may be available for sale.
The auction/disposal will be conducted at:
Discount Self Storage
1027 Woodward Road
Midfield, AL 35228
Auction Date: July 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
Units:
- A07– Monquea White, 932 Valley Road Pl., Birmingham, AL 35208 – Fish Aquarium, Furniture, Grill, Misc. Items.
- B29– Donald Sellers, 141 Wickstead Rd., Hueytown, AL 35023 – Grill, Furniture, Misc. Items.
- C05– Christopher Burgins, 1237 Cedar St., Brighton, AL 35020 – Clothes, Boxes, Furniture, Misc. Items.
- D26– Ethel Allen, 416 St. Clair St., Birmingham, AL 35214 – Furniture, Household Items.
- E01– Schenedra Ellis, 3900 Ave I Apt. 209, Birmingham, AL 35218 – Clothes, Totes, Bags.
- E28– Donnell Campbell, 6132 Ct. M, Birmingham, AL 35228 – Industrial Fan, Furniture, Tools, Misc. Items.
- E29– Patricia Grayson, 208 Woodward Rd., Midfield, AL 35228 – Furniture, Electronics, Household Goods.
- E37– Calvin Gates, 5301 Main St., Brighton, AL 35020 – Appliances, Bicycle, Furniture, Misc. Items.
- H16– LaDiamond Handy, 3400 Walnut Ave. SW, Birmingham, AL 35221 – Appliances, Furniture, Boxes.
Publication Dates:
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
CHANGE OF NAME PUBLICATION FOR A MINOR
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00227
IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF NAME OF:
K.L.C., A MINOR
NOTICE TO:
Unknown Parent
Address Unknown
On the 30th day of April 2026, Antwanerie’ Keeonna Sanders, Mother, Petitioner for the Change of Name of K.L.C.
The 8th day of September 2026, at 10:00 A.M., has been set for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support thereof.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the hearing be given by publication once a week for four consecutive weeks in the Western Star, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all interested parties to appear and contest the petition if they think proper. Please note that an answer may be filed within 30 days from the date of the last publication notice.
Given under my hand this 2nd day of July 2026.
/s/ Jacqueline Knox
Deputy Judge of Probate
Publication Dates:
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
07/24/2026
08/07/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Earnest H. Phillips, Jr. a/k/a Earnest H. Phillips, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000334
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Letters Testamentary upon the Last Will and Testament of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 29th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Rebekah Brown
Publication Dates:
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
07/24/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
Pursuant to §35-12-6, Code of Alabama, that on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CDT, at 521 19th Street North, Bessemer, Alabama 35020, Ron Sporl, Inc., or its authorized agent, will conduct an auction of:
- 2001 Warlock 29 World Class Boat (UTCWC712G001)
- Motor
- Outdrive
- Trail-Rite 11-16-00 Trailer (1T0BS19T01S145200)
The auction is to recover work and storage charges incurred on the property of Jonathan Wieczerzak of Lincroft, New Jersey. The auction will occur without reserve and in accordance with Alabama law.
Attorney for Ron Sporl, Inc.:
Jon David Terry, Esq.
Bains & Terry
1813 3rd Ave. N.
Bessemer, AL 35020
Tel: (205) 425-1606
Fax: (205) 426-3200
Email: jdterry@bainsterry.com
Publication Date:
07/10/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Diana Eubanks, Deceased
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000343
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Letters of Administration upon the Estate of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 2nd day of July 2026 by the Honorable Jameria Johnson Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the Judge of Probate within six months from the above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Personal Representative:
Melissa Eubanks
Publication Dates:
07/10/2026
07/17/2026
07/24/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice to Contractors
State Project No.
ACAA59497-ATRP(007)
JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
Sealed bids will be received by the Director of Transportation at the office of the Alabama Department of Transportation, Montgomery, Alabama until 10:00 AM on July 31, 2026 and at that time publicly opened for constructing the Roadway and Drainage Improvements (Grading, Drainage, Pavement (Resurfacing), and Traffic Stripe) on CR-337 (McCalla Road) from the junction of CR-18 (Eastern Valley Road) to a point near the Norfolk Southern Railroad in McCalla. Length 0.550 mi.
The total amount of uncompleted work under contract to a contractor must not exceed the amount of his or her qualification certificate.
The Entire Project Shall Be Completed In One Hundred Twenty (120) Working Days.
A Bidding Proposal may be purchased for $5.00. Plans may be purchased for $20.00 per set. Plans and Proposals are available at the Alabama Department of Transportation, 1409 Coliseum Boulevard, Room E-108, Montgomery, AL 36110.
Checks should be made payable to the Alabama Department of Transportation. Plans and Proposals will be mailed only upon receipt of remittance. No refunds will be made.
Cashier’s check or bid bond for 5% of bid (maximum – $50,000.00) made payable to the Alabama Department of Transportation must accompany each bid as evidence of good faith.
The bracket range is shown only to provide general financial information to contractors and bonding companies concerning the project’s complexity and size. This Bracket should not be used in preparing a bid, nor will this bracket have any bearing on the decision to award this contract.
The Bracket Estimate On This Project Is From $1,465,607 To $1,791,298.
Plans and Specifications are on file in Room E-108 of the Alabama Department of Transportation at Montgomery, Alabama 36110.
In accordance with the rules and regulations of The Alabama Department of Transportation, proposals will be issued only to prequalified contractors or their authorized representatives, upon requests that are received before 10 AM., on the day previous to the day of opening of bids.
The bidder’s proposal must be submitted on the complete original proposal furnished him or her by the Alabama Department of Transportation.
Section 34-8-8. Code of Alabama 1975 as amended states in part as follows: “… it will be necessary for him or her to show evidence of license before his or her bid is considered,” Further, Section 34-8-8, Code of Alabama 1975 as amended also states in part as follows: “All Owners, Architects, and engineers receiving bids pursuant to this chapter shall require the person, firm, or corporation to include his or her current license number on the bid.”
The right to reject any or all bids is reserved.
JOHN R. COOPER
Transportation Director
July 10, 17 & 24, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
BESSEMER STREET PATCHING 2026-2027
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Official public notice is hereby given that the City of Bessemer will receive sealed bids for the bid of the BESSEMER STREET PATCHING 2026-2027.
There will be a MANDATORY Pre-Bid meeting on August 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CST at EEFS Company, PC, 1930 2nd Ave N, Suite 150, Bessemer, AL 35020.
Bids will be opened and read aloud August 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST at the Bessemer City Hall Multipurpose Room – 1700 3rd Avenue North, Bessemer, Alabama 35020.
Bids delivered prior to August 12, 2026, should be delivered to EEFS Company, PC, 1930 2nd Ave N, Suite 150, Bessemer, AL 35020 Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. CST.
Bids delivered on August 12, 2026, should be delivered to the Bessemer City Hall – Multipurpose Room, 1700 3rd Avenue North, Bessemer, AL 35020.
Each bid must be sealed and the following words, along with “BIDDER NAME”, “BID PROPOSAL”; “GENERAL CONTRACTOR LICENSE NUMBER”, and “BID DATE AND TIME” must appear on the outside of the sealed envelope:
BESSEMER STREET PATCHING 2026-2027
Scope of Work: The BESSEMER STREET PATCHING 2026-2027 Project consists of an on-call as needed utility street patching project throughout the City of Bessemer and the Bessemer Water service area. Estimated annual quantities include 2,025 tons of ½” maximum aggregate size mix of hot-mix asphalt patching and 15,500 square yards of planing existing pavement 0”-2” thick. Project also includes crushed aggregate base course in undercut areas and utility adjustments as needed. Contractor shall adhere to Part 6, 7, & 8 – Temporary Traffic Control of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), 11th Edition as applicable.
A cashier’s check or bid bond payable to City of Bessemer in an amount not less than five (5%) percent of the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000, must accompany the bidder’s proposal along with Non-Collusion Affidavit. A One Hundred Percent (100%) Performance Bond and a One Hundred Percent (100%) Payment Bond and evidence of insurance required in the bid documents will be required at the signing of the Contract.
To submit a bid, a complete set of bid documents MUST be obtained from EEFS Company, PC. Bid Documents may be obtained from EEFS Company, PC, the Engineer upon deposit of $50 per set which will be refunded in full on the first set issued to each general contract bidder submitting a bonafide bid, upon return of documents in good condition within ten days of the bid date. Other sets for general contractors, and sets for subcontractors and dealers, may be obtained with the same deposit, which will be refunded as above, less cost of printing, reproduction, handling, and distribution. Bid Documents must be picked up no later than 24 hours prior to the bid opening.
All general contractor bidders must be pre-qualified pursuant to pre-qualification procedures and criteria established by the Owner prior to picking up bid documents. Written pre-qualification procedures and criteria are available for review at the office of EEFS Company, PC. Bids must be submitted on proposal forms furnished by the Engineer or copies thereof. All bidders bidding in amounts exceeding that established by the State Licensing Board for General Contractors must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975, and must show evidence of license before bidding or bid will not be received or considered by the Engineer; the bidder shall show such evidence by clearly displaying his or her current license number on the outside of the sealed envelope in which the proposal is delivered. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in the Owner’s judgment, the best interests of the Owner will thereby be promoted.
Nonresident bidders must accompany any written bid documents with a written opinion of an attorney at law licensed to practice law in such nonresident bidder’s state of domicile, as to the preferences, if any or none, granted by the law of that state to its own business entities whose principal places of business are in that state in the letting of any or all public contracts.
CITY OF BESSEMER
Mayor Kenneth E. Gulley
1700 3rd Avenue North
Bessemer, Alabama 35020
(Owner)
EEFS Company, PC
1930 2nd Avenue N, Suite 150
Bessemer, AL 35020
(205) 424-3737
(Engineer)
published 7/10/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: BETTY ANN MALONE, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000338
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 30th day of June 2026. by the HONORABLE Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
JAY GREENE
Personal Representative(s)
07/10/2026; 07/17/2026;
07/24/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDDER PREQUALIFICATION AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO RECEIVE BIDS FROM PRE-QUALIFIED BIDDERS
Sealed proposals from pre-qualified bidders will be received by the Alabama Community College System at Lawson State Community College Ethel Hall Board Room located at 1100 9th Avenue SW Bessemer, Alabama 35022 until 2:00 PM LOCAL TIME on THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2026, for:
LAWSON STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
A.G. GASTON BUILDING
EXTERIOR WATER INTRUSION REPAIRS AND RESOLUTION, PHASE 1
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Subgrade waterproofing exterior wall; masonry tuck-pointing exterior walls; window lentil repair; exterior joint sealants, roof gutter repairs; select roof repairs; site work related to the subgrade excavation for waterproofing; and select interior finish repairs to water damaged areas. Approximately 15,000 sq ft of building areas, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.
A cashier’s check or bid bond payable to Alabama Community College System in an amount not less than five (5) percent of the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000, must accompany the bidder’s proposal. Performance and Payment Bonds and evidence of insurance required in the bid documents will be required at the signing of the Contract.
Bids must be submitted on proposal forms furnished by the Architect or copies thereof. All bidders bidding in amounts exceeding that established by the State Licensing Board for General Contractors must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975 and must show evidence of license before bidding or bid will not be received or considered by the Architect; the bidder shall show such evidence by clearly displaying their current license number on the outside of the sealed envelope in which the proposal is delivered. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in the Owner’s judgement, the best interests of the Owner will thereby be promoted. The successful bidder will provide proof of enrollment in the Federal E-Verify Program and in compliance with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer & Citizen Protection Act (Act 211-535).
PRE-QUALIFICATION PROCEDURE:
Only General Contractors, Prime Roof Contractors, and Roof Sub-Contractors who have been approved to bid pursuant to pre-qualification procedures and criteria established by the Owner will be eligible to bid for the Project. Any person or firm wishing to apply for pre-qualification may obtain a copy of the Owner’s Pre-qualification Application Requirements from the Architect. Applications for pre-qualification must be received by the Architect by FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM LOCAL TIME, after which no further applications will be considered. The Owner will complete the pre-qualification process and name the general contractors who are approved to bid the Project by MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM LOCAL TIME. The Owner reserves the right to modify or abandon this pre-qualification process at any time prior to its completion should the interests of the Owner appear to be promoted thereby.
A MANDATORY Pre-Bid Conference date and time will be announced to the pre-qualified General Contractors at the time of bid document distribution. Attendance is MANDATORY for all pre-qualified General Contractors.
Pre-Qualified Bidders may obtain Electronic Bid Documents from the Architect by emailing admin@swa-consultants.com. Drawings and specifications may be examined at the office of the Architect and ConstructConnect Plan Room after pre-qualified General Contractors are notified.
Awarding Authority
Alabama Community College System
Lawson State Community College
Architect
Stephen Ward & Associates, Inc.
140 Oxmoor Blvd., Suite 160
Birmingham, Alabama 35209
Publish in the Western Star Friday, July 10, 2026; Friday, July 17, 2026 & Friday, July 24, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: MAXINE BOLTON VINES, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000347
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 6th day of July 2026. by the HONORABLE Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
TONYA RENEE NICHOLS
Personal Representative(s)
07/10/2026; 07/17/2026;
07/24/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: KIMBERLY D MASSEY, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000199
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 7th day of July 2026. by the HONORABLE JACQUELINE KNOX, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
JAMES W MASSEY
Personal Representative(s)
07/10/2026; 07/17/2026;
07/24/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION
In accordance with Code of Alabama, section 10A-1-9.22, notice is hereby given that Friends of Auburn, LLC, an Alabama limited liability company (the “Company”), has filed articles of dissolution effective June 30, 2026. The Company’s registered office was last located in Jefferson County, Alabama. Any person with a claim against the Company should present the claim in accordance with this Notice. A claim must include the following information: (a) name of claimant; (b) street address of claimant; (c) mailing address of claimant; (d) name of person to contact regarding claim; (e) telephone number of person to contact regarding claim; (f) amount of claim; (g) date of claim; (h) nature and brief description of claim; and (i) copy of the most recent invoice regarding the claim or other written evidence of the claim, if any. A claim should be sent to the following address: 100 N. Gay Street, Suite 120-139, Auburn, Alabama 36830, Attn: President. A claim against the Company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce the claim is commenced within two years after the publication of this Notice, if not sooner barred.
published in the Western Star
7/10/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: VERA MAE FILES, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000229
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 7th day of July 2026. by the HONORABLE JACQUELINE KNOX, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
MELVIN RAY FILES
Personal Representative(s)
07/10/2026; 07/17/2026;
07/24/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ELIZABETH D JEFFREY, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000203
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 7th day of July 2026. by the HONORABLE JACQUELINE KNOX, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
LORI J BURGETT
Personal Representative(s)
07/10/2026; 07/17/2026;
07/24/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
CITY OF BRIGHTON, ALABAMA
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL #2026-005
DEMOLITION OF FIRE-DAMAGED MUNICIPAL BUILDING
RFP ISSUE DATE: JULY 8, 2026
RFP OPENING DATE: AUGUST 21, 2026
SUBMIT PROPOSAL TO:
CITY OF BRIGHTON
MYKESHIA MYLES, CITY CLERK
3700 MAIN STREET
BRIGHTON, ALABAMA 35020
DIRECT INQUIRIES TO:
MYKESHIA MYLES, CITY CLERK
PHONE: 205-424-0069
EMAIL: CITYOF-BRIGHTON@ATT.NET
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
- All bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the project name, bid number (if applicable), and bid opening date on the outside of the envelope. Bids may be submitted by mail or hand delivery to: City of Brighton, Attention MyKeshia Myles, City Clerk, 3700 Main Street, Brighton, Alabama 35020.
- Bids must be received prior to the date and time specified in the bid documents. Late bids will not be accepted or considered, regardless of cause.
- All bid forms must be completed in ink or typed. Pencil submissions will not be accepted. All required signatures must be provided. Where required, documents must be notarized. Corrections must be initialed.
- Bid prices shall not include taxes. The City is exempt from certain taxes, and exemption documentation will be provided upon request.
- The bidder shall, at its sole expense, obtain and maintain all permits, licenses, certifications, and approvals required to perform the work, including all applicable state and local requirements.
- The successful bidder must provide proof of a valid Alabama contractor’s license and any other required licenses prior to contract execution.
- It is the responsibility of the bidder to inspect the project site and fully understand existing conditions, including access, utilities, and demolition conditions. Failure to inspect the site will not relieve the bidder of responsibility for full performance of the contract.
- All bidders must complete any required disclosure forms as required by Alabama law, including ethics or conflict-of-interest disclosures where applicable. Failure to submit required documentation may result in disqualification.
- All bidders must have sufficient experience, capability, and capacity to perform the work described in this solicitation.
- The bidder shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision necessary to complete the full scope of work.
- The Contractor must have experience within the last five (5) years in demolition projects of similar size and complexity, including fire-damaged or structurally compromised structures.
- The successful bidder shall agree to indemnify and hold harmless the City from all claims, losses, or liabilities arising out of the performance of the work.
- The Contractor shall attend all required meetings, including pre-bid, pre-construction, and progress meetings as scheduled by the City.
- Payment shall be made only after inspection and acceptance of completed work by the City.
- Any defective work, nonconforming materials, or unsatisfactory performance shall be corrected by the Contractor at no additional cost to the City.
- All bids must be properly executed and notarized where required. Failure to notarize required documents may result in rejection.
- If a requested item or service cannot be furnished as specified, the bidder may propose a substitute by providing full descriptive details for City review and approval.
- Correction of errors after bid opening will not be permitted, except as allowed under Alabama law. The City reserves the right to waive minor technical errors that do not affect responsiveness.
- The successful Contractor shall comply with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act (Act 2011-535) and participate in the E-Verify program as required by Alabama law. Proof of enrollment shall be provided prior to contract execution.
- All bidders must acknowledge receipt of all addenda issued for this solicitation. Failure to acknowledge addenda may result in disqualification.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Demolition of Fire-Damaged Municipal Building
Brighton, Alabama
- Introduction
The City of Brighton is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified contractors for the demolition, removal, and proper disposal of a fire-damaged municipal building located at 4100 Main Street, Brighton, Alabama 35020. The structure has been deemed unsafe and must be removed in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Project Overview
Project Name: Demolition of Fire-Damaged Municipal Building
Location: 4100 Main Street, Brighton, Alabama
Structure Type: Original 2 story building
Condition: Fire-damaged and structurally compromised
Project Goal: Safe demolition, debris removal, and site restoration to a level and stable condition suitable for future municipal use.
- Scope of Work
The Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, and services necessary to complete demolition and site restoration.
Work shall include, but is not limited to:
- Pre-demolition site investigation and demolition planning
- Obtaining all required permits and approvals
- Coordinating and verifying utility disconnections prior to work
- Site security, traffic control, and public safety measures
- Mechanical demolition of structure and associated foundations as applicable
- Handling, removal, and lawful disposal of all demolition debris
- Identification and proper handling of regulated materials encountered during demolition (including asbestos-containing materials, lead-based paint, mold, or other hazardous substances)
- Backfilling, grading, and stabilization of the site
- Erosion and sediment control measures throughout the project
- Restoration of the site to a safe, level condition suitable for future use
The Contractor shall immediately notify the City upon discovery of suspected hazardous or regulated materials not previously identified.
- Site Conditions
The structure has been fire-damaged, and conditions may include hidden damage, debris, or unknown materials. The City makes no representation or warranty regarding site conditions, subsurface materials, or the presence or absence of hazardous or regulated materials. The Contractor is responsible for conducting sufficient due diligence prior to submitting a proposal and shall include appropriate contingencies in its bid. No adjustment in contract price shall be made for conditions reasonably foreseeable through inspection or standard demolition practice.
- Regulatory Compliance
All work shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including OSHA standards, Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) requirements, and local ordinances.
The Contractor shall be responsible for all required notifications to regulatory agencies unless otherwise directed by the City.
- Contractor Qualifications
Proposers must demonstrate:
- Valid Alabama contractor’s license
- Experience with demolition of fire-damaged structures (5 years)
- Experience with handling regulated or hazardous materials during demolition
- Proof of insurance meeting requirements below
- References from comparable municipal or public projects
- Proposal Requirements
Each proposal shall include:
- Company profile and qualifications
- Demolition methodology
- Project schedule
- Itemized cost proposal
- Safety plan (OSHA compliance)
- Waste disposal and recycling plan
- Identification of subcontractors
- Proof of licensing and insurance
- References
- Bid bond (see Section 12)
- Mandatory Pre-Bid Site Visit
Date: July 15, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM (Central Time)
Location: 4100 Main Street, Brighton, Alabama 35020
Attendance is mandatory for all proposers.
- Submission Instructions
Deadline: August 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM (Central Time)
Submission Method: Mail or In-Person
Address: 3700 Main Street, Brighton, Alabama 35020
Proposals must be sealed and clearly labeled:
“RFP – Demolition of Fire-Damaged Municipal Building”
- Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
Experience and qualifications, 30%
Methodology and safety plan, 25%
Cost, 25%
Project timeline, 10%
References, 10%
The City reserves the right to award to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder.
- Project Timeline
RFP Issued: July 8, 2026
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting: July 15, 2026
Questions Deadline: July 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Addenda Issued: July 27, 2026
Proposal Deadline: August 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Notice of Award (City Council): August 21, 2026
Contract Execution: August 25, 2026
Notice to Proceed: August 27, 2026
Substantial Completion: September 27, 2026
- Bonds and Security
Each proposal shall be accompanied by a bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid price, issued by a surety licensed in the State of Alabama.
The successful Contractor shall furnish Performance and Payment Bonds each in the amount of 100% of the contract price prior to execution of the contract.
Failure to execute the contract or provide required bonds within the specified time may result in forfeiture of the bid bond.
- Insurance Requirements
The Contractor shall maintain, at minimum:
Commercial General Liability:
$1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate
Workers’ Compensation: Statutory limits (State of Alabama)
Automobile Liability: $1,000,000 combined single limit
Proof of insurance shall be required prior to contract execution.
- Hazardous and Regulated Materials
The City has not performed a hazardous materials survey of the structure. The Contractor acknowledges that unknown hazardous or regulated materials may be present.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the proper handling, containment, and lawful disposal of hazardous or regulated materials encountered during demolition, including asbestos-containing materials, lead-based paint, and contaminated debris.
Upon discovery of suspected hazardous materials, the Contractor shall immediately stop work in the affected area and notify the City. No remediation beyond containment and stabilization shall occur without written authorization from the City. Any specialized abatement beyond incidental handling shall be addressed through a mutually agreed change order or separate contract.
- Utilities
The City will coordinate with utility providers prior to the Notice to Proceed. The Contractor shall verify that all utilities have been properly disconnected and secured prior to demolition. No work shall begin until written confirmation of utility clearance is obtained or verified.
- Debris Disposal and Salvage
All demolition debris shall become the property of the Contractor upon removal from the site unless otherwise directed by the City. The Contractor shall dispose of all materials in accordance with applicable regulations and provide documentation including landfill receipts and weight tickets. No salvage or recycling shall occur on-site without prior written approval from the City.
- Differing Site Conditions
If conditions materially different from those reasonably anticipated are encountered, the Contractor shall immediately notify the City in writing. Any adjustment in scope, schedule, or compensation must be approved through a formal change order.
- Addenda
Proposers must acknowledge receipt of all addenda. Failure to acknowledge may result in disqualification.
- Terms and Conditions
The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
The City may waive informalities or irregularities.
Award will be made in the best interest of the municipality.
The selected Contractor will be required to execute a formal agreement.
- Contact Information
MyKeshia Myles
City Clerk
205-424-0069
cityofbrighton@att.net
published 7/10/26
NOTICE TO DESTROY WEEDS
Notice is hereby given that on the 21st day of JULY, 2026, at 9:00 A.M., in the Council Chamber, the Council of the City of Bessemer will consider a resolution regarding the weeds growing upon or in front of this property, a copy of the resolution of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk and Treasurer, and at that time and place will determine whether the same constitutes a public nuisance which must be abated by the removal of the noxious or dangerous weeds; and, if so, will order the abatement and removal of the nuisances, in which case the cost of such abatement and removal shall be assessed upon the lots and lands from which such weeds are removed, and such cost will constitute a lien for weed removal upon such lots or lands until paid.
If no objections are filed with the City Clerk and Treasurer at least five days before the meeting of the City Council, and unless such person appears before the City Council in person or through his representative to show cause, if any, why his objection should be sustained, it shall be presumed that the person accepts the notice as fact and waives any rights that he may have to contest the removal of the weeds. The action of the Council shall be final unless good and sufficient cause can be otherwise shown.
Reference is hereby made to said resolution, on file in the office of the City Clerk and Treasurer, for further particulars.
This notice applies to the following attached addresses:
WEED NUISANCE REPORT
6/16/2026
PUBLICATION DATES: 7/3 & 10/2026
| No. | Property Location | Parcel Number | Owner(s) |
| 1 | 311 21 STREET SOUTH | 38 00 10 2 012 007.000 | WILLIAMS TOMMY (D) & MARY J |
| 2 | 309 21 STREET SOUTH | 38 00 10 2 012 006.000 | GONZALEZ JOSEFINA MARTINEZ & MARTINEZ DAVID ALEJANDRO |
| 3 | 412 21 STREET SOUTH | 38 00 10 1 021 009.000 | HARRELL LOUISE HEIRS OF |
| 4 | 2106 FAIRFAX AVENUE | 38 00 10 1 018 012.000 | CHEATHAM GREGORY (R/S W DEED) |
| 5 | 2104 FAIRFAX AVENUE | 38 00 10 1 018 011.000 | HOUSE TOWN PROPERTIES, LLC (R/S) |
| 6 | 2102 FAIRFAX AVENUE | 38 00 10 1 018 010.000 | LOMAS CHARLES HEIRS OF & HENRY JR |
| 7 | 172 MCCALLA ROAD | 38 00 31 3 000 002.001 | HOANG DỤC & CHI LAN |
| 8 | 2413 7 AVENUE NORTH | 38 00 04 4 009 004.000 | H3W HOLDING LLC (R/S W DEED) |
| 9 | 2421 7 AVENUE NORTH | 38 00 04 4 009 002.000 | BESSEMER REDEVELOPMENT CORP |
| 10 | 2429 7 AVENUE NORTH | 38 00 04 4 009 001.000 | GARCIA LILIANA VICENCIO |
| 11 | 2431 7 AVENUE NORTH | 38 00 03 3 010 001.000 | LEE TERESA |
| 12 | 2529 7 AVENUE NORTH | 38 00 03 3 008 005.000 | FAMILY FUNDS INC |
| 13 | 1031 CLARENDON AVENUE | 38 00 16 1 027 001.000 | KENNEDY ANGELIQUE |
| 14 | 414 11 STREET SOUTH | 38 00 16 1 027 012.000 | HOLLIS TONYA |
| 15 | 204 RIDGE AVENUE | 38 00 17 1 011 003.000 | MOORE KENNETH L & CHERYLE S |
| 16 | 1025 3D AVENUE NORTH | 38 00 09 039 004.000 | SMITH JOHN A |
| 17 | 1029 3 AVENUE NORTH | 38 00 09 4 039 002.000 | JONES SHERRY DENISE MCKINNEY |
| 18 | 1048 POSEY AVENUE | 38 00 17 2 007 038.000 | TUBBS DAVID LEE & |
| 19 | 1042 POSEY AVENUE | 38 00 17 2 007 038.001 | TUBBS ANNIE MAE |
| 20 | 501 SELMA ROAD | 30 00 34 1 007 028.000 | HUGHES EMMA J |
| 21 | 500 CHARLESTON DRIVE | 30 00 34 1 007 027.000 | EQUIFUNDING INC |
| 22 | 301 LEXINGTON BLVD | 30 00 34 1 006 019.000 | BENEFIELD ARTHUR L |
| 23 | 722 6 AVENUE NORTH | 38 00 09 3 032 020.000 | BENNETT LOTTIE MAE / GLOVER KENNETH RAY / GLOVER GERVASE |
| 24 | 718 6 AVENUE NORTH | 38 00 09 3 032 019.000 | LAUNARD AND GLOVER LONDRE CONTRELL |
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