City of Mobile, AL

Congratulations to Shonnda Smith for her appointment as Executive Director of Public Works! Shonnda originally came to the City as Director of Parks and Recreation. During her time leading MPRD, she spearheaded major improvement projects and truly activated our parks for citizens through programming and events. Based on her successful track record, she was then promoted to Deputy Executive Director of Public Works, where she has made just as big of an impact. Furthermore, MPRD and Public Works achieved CAPRA and APWA accreditations thanks to Shonnda's leadership. Shonnda came to the City with a great deal of experience and qualifications, but it is what she has accomplished in her time here that makes her the best choice for this role. As the first female Executive Director of Public Works, Shonnda will continue to use her leadership and relationship-building abilities to continue making public services better for all Mobilians. 🎉

We have officially appointed Chief William R. Jackson as Chief of the Mobile Police Department. 🎉 Read Mayor Sandy Stimpson's statement below: "When Chief Randy Jackson took over as interim chief five months ago, I expressed my full confidence in his ability to lead the department. In that time, he has risen to the occasion and shown character and stability during a challenging time. At the time of his appointment, I met individually with the command staff. Since then, I have visited with hundreds of line officers during their annual in-service training to hear directly about their concerns and their hopes for the department. Chief Jackson has a vision for policing in our community that will effectively fight crime while also building public trust. Chief Jackson does not just have my full support; I’m confident that he has the support of the department and the community he has faithfully served for 29 years." Congratulations, Chief Jackson!

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Check out the latest New Arena Project renderings! 🎉 For more information and project updates, visit https://lnkd.in/e4rQeFMd. 🔗

Help us keep our waterways clean by properly disposing of trash and garbage! Did you know that storm water is not treated and empties into our rivers, lakes and ocean? 🌊 When debris is swept into storm drains, it pollutes our waterways, floods our roads, and harms wildlife. Remember to bag grass clippings, leaves and yard waste for trash pickup, or use another proper disposal method like composting. 🍂 Learn more about trash, garbage and litter at https://lnkd.in/eb6aQy_i. Special thanks to Mobile United, Inc and the Leadership Mobile Class of 2024 for helping us create this PSA!

Gynecologic (GYN) cancers are among the leading cancer killers of women in the United States, and more than 125,000 women will be diagnosed this year. It is crucial that all women in our state and the City of Mobile take an active role in developing healthy habits and undergoing regular medical examinations so that any occurrence of these diseases may be detected in their early and treatable stages. We reflect upon the memory of those lost to these diseases, the bravery of those currently battling these diagnoses, and the need for increased awareness, screening, and research and encourage all citizens to work together to raise awareness of GYN cancers. #GynecologicCancerAwarenessMonth 💙

Every day, 47 children across the United States are diagnosed with cancer. While the overall survival rate for childhood cancer has increased, for many more rare childhood cancers, the survival rate remains low. Now more than ever, it is important that we acknowledge the devastating impact this disease has on our children and their families. Please join us in observing #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth. 🎗💛

The Civic Center has been a part of every Mobilian’s life in one way or another. Many of us have attended Mardi Gras balls there. Others went for the Mysticks, the Jags or many other sporting events. Some have watched generations of their family dance in front of a packed house. Others waited in line for hours to see superstars like Elvis Presley, Sir Elton John and the Jackson 5. 🏒🩰🎵 We thank those who took the time to attend today’s celebration. It was a spectacular event that took many people's hard work. First and foremost, we want to recognize the effort that so many City of Mobile staff members put into organizing and planning the event. Lee Callaghan, who works with the Mobile Parks and Recreation Department, also spent hours creating an incredible replica of the entire Civic Center site that played an integral role in today’s ceremonies. The Mobile City Council’s participation and support were much appreciated, and we owe a special thanks to Council President C.J. Small for providing the showstopping hearse featured in the processional. We also want to thank tribute competition winner Danny Rickert and his wife Joan, The City of Mobile’s Poet Laurette, Dr. Charlotte Pence, Joe Cain’s Merry Widows and the nearly two dozen parading societies and Mardi Gras organizations represented during today’s ceremony. Getting their participation was crucial, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the support of Judy Gulledge and the Mobile Carnival Museum. 🎭

All aboard! Passenger rail is returning to the Gulf Coast. 🚆

Congratulations to Jacob Laurence, our July Employee of the Month! 🎉 In addition to his substantial work as Operations Manager for Real Estate Asset Management (REAM), Jacob has gone above and beyond what is expected of his position to help others. Specifically, he was very involved with onboarding new team members and also spent many off-hours preparing and coordinating operations to ensure continual success. Jacob is recognized for always accomplishing projects well and on time without expectation for praise. Thank you, Jacob! 👏