City News

Blackwell Dairy Rd update
June 2, 2026 - We are pleased to share that the Blackwell Dairy Road bridge project is nearing completion.
 
The bridge framing is nearly finished, and the remaining work primarily involves paving the roadway.
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This Thursday, we invite you to join us for the FOCUS 2030 Community Meeting as we take the next step in planning Jasper’s future.

During the meeting, we will review the results of the community survey, discuss what we heard from residents, and share the next steps in the development of the City’s five-year strategic plan.

Memorial Day Week Sanitation pickup schedule

There will be no Jasper garbage collection on Monday, May 25, 2026, due to the Memorial Day holiday. All pickups will be delayed by one day beginning with the regular Monday pickups occurring on Tuesday.

All non-essential city offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of the Memorial Day federal holiday and will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Mayor Gates and Johnny Sudberry

April 7, 2026

CITY OF JASPER PLANS $125,000 CONTRIBUTION TO SUPPORT ADDITION AT WALKER COUNTY CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER

JASPER, AL - The City of Jasper plans to provide a $125,000 contribution to support an upcoming addition to the Walker County Children’s Advocacy Center (WCCAC), reinforcing the City’s commitment to protecting and serving the most vulnerable members of the community.

ALM Silver Risk Management Award graphic

JASPER, AL - The City of Jasper has been recognized with the Silver Risk Management Award from the insurance divisions of the Alabama League of Municipalities (ALM), honoring the city’s commitment to workplace safety, responsible operations, and effective risk management practices.

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CITY OF JASPER ANNOUNCES PARTICIPATION IN LIVE LOCALLY ALABAMA CAMPAIGN

JASPER, AL - The City of Jasper is proud to announce its participation in Live Locally Alabama, a quality-of-life campaign led by the Alabama League of Municipalities that highlights the important role local communities play in making Alabama a great place to live, work, build a life, and enjoy a strong sense of place.

Presidents Day 2026 pickup schedule calendar graphic

There will be no Jasper garbage collection on Monday, February 16, 2026, due to the Presidents Day holiday. All pickups will be delayed by one day beginning with the regular Monday pickups occurring on Tuesday.

All non-essential city offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of the Presidents Day federal holiday and will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

Community Calendar

NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
February 3, 2026
Contact:
Tana Collins-Allred
Community & Economic Development Director
tcollins@jaspercity.com

CITY OF JASPER LAUNCHES NEW COMMUNITY CALENDAR AS A 
CENTRAL RESOURCE FOR RESIDENTS AND VISITORS

Homeless Response Steering Committee group pictured in Council Chambers

CITY OF JASPER INTRODUCES HOMELESSNESS RESPONSE STEERING COMMITTEE

JASPER, AL - The City of Jasper formally introduced the members of its Homelessness Response Steering Committee during the Jasper City Council meeting on Tuesday morning. The formation of this committee marks an important step forward in the implementation of the City of Jasper Homelessness Response Framework presented to Council earlier this year.

Mayor Gates in front of Memorial Park Natatorium

January 28, 2026 - You can be a part of shaping the future of Jasper and help us FOCUS on what matters most.

As part of the city’s strategic planning process, a community survey is now open to gather input from across the Jasper community. This is an opportunity to share what you value most, what could be improved, and what should be a priority in the years ahead.

Take the survey here: jaspercity.com/survey

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