Jefferson County Alabama: Podcast for the People

After primaries and runoffs, the General Election is upon us on Nov. 3rd! Here with details on voting deadlines, how to check your polling location, and more is Barry Stephenson, the head of the Jefferson County Board of Registrars. 

Key takeaways: 

• Oct. 19th is the deadline to register to vote or update your address. 
• Visit Alabamavotes.gov if you are unsure of your voting location or what district you are in.
• Voting in person - don't forget your ID! Polls will be open 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at [email protected]

We spend a few minutes with Jefferson County Director of Revenue Scott Moore and discuss how the department is increasing its online offerings so customers can do more online and not spend time waiting in line. 

• Businesses can renew their license online at srt.jccal.org
• Fill out a business license application online at RevenueBL.jccal.org
• And pay Alcohol Beverage Taxes online at srt.jccal.org
• They are also piloting a tag renewal kiosk in Hoover along with a queuing system that let's you sit and wait for an agent to be ready instead of waiting in line

Also, Scott explains how your car value is set for your tag renewal. Hint: It's set by the state, not the County. But, you can appeal the value through the Board of Equalization. 

Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at [email protected]

It's actually more than a glow-up its an entirely new platform. You will still find everything you need to know at JCCAL.org, but on Wednesday, May 27th, we are launching a new website. New colors, streamlined navigation, different ways for citizens to engage with us. Give us 10 minutes and you will hear from the Chief Information Officer, Sri Karra; Director of Public Information, Helen Hays; and Chris Bookout, Web Application Development Manager, about how we got here, and where we plan to go next to make doing business online with the County easier than ever!

Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at [email protected]

We sit down with Barry Stephenson, Chairman of the Board of Registrars and walk through everything you need to know about voting in the upcoming May 19th Primary election.  Hint: AlabamaVotes.gov is your friend. What we cover in this episode: 

• Voting location changes: If you normally vote at the Hoover Met or Finley Center, you will vote at Hunter Street Baptist Church for the primary. Irondale voters, the old Zamora Temple is still under construction, voting will be at the new Irondale Library. And, for those in the McAdory area there is an added voting location of Bellview Baptist Church. 

Key dates to remember: 

• May 4 - Voter Registration Deadline
• May 12 - last day to apply for an absentee ballot to mail
• May 14 - Last day to apply for an absentee ballot in person
• May 18 - Last day to hand deliver absentee ballot
• May 19 - Absentee ballots returned by mail must be received by Noon

Take 15 minutes and give this podcast a listen, and be ready to vote!

Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at [email protected]

We sit down for a look at what is happening with economic development projects in Jefferson County with Jeff Traywick, the County's Economic Development Advisor. What type of projects are in the pipeline, timeline for the new industrial park in the northern part of the County and how our efforts have raised the average wage in Jefferson County -- which is great news for all of us! It's a longer podcast at 20 minutes, so start it on your way into work and finish it on the way home! 

Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at [email protected]

Jefferson County Treasurer, Angela Webb-Weinberg gave us a heads up on the impactful programs that the Treasurer's Department will implement this year. TUNE IN and learn how you can participate!

For more information click here Jefferson County – Contact Us for more information or contact the Jefferson County Treasurer's Office at 205-325-5373. 

Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at [email protected]

Want to know what big projects are in the works for 2026? We sat down with Jefferson County Roads and Transportation Director Chris Nicholson, and two of his Deputy Directors, Wendy Shelby and Tyler Hayes. They talk about what's in the works for all parts of the County including paving, and what happens when you enter a request in the MyJeffCo app. Tune in for an informative 15 minutes!

Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at [email protected]

Stormwater Program Manager Hana Berres and Educational Program Coordinator Reilly Farrell talk about the upcoming Electronics and Paper Shredding event at the Birmingham Zoo on January 31st from 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. They also talk about new events that have been added to the schedule this year, and additional items that will be accepted at the Hazardous Waste Day events, like plastics, aluminum cans, and GLASS! Take 15 minutes and see how easy it is to help our local environment. Visit our "Keep It Clean" page for a complete list and details. 

Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at [email protected]

Guidelines for household cooking oil and grease recycling:

• Edible oil products ONLY (cooking oil or grease)
• Allow oil to cool before pouring into container
• Pick up one of our free containers (available at each location) or use your own with a sealed lid, NO GLASS please! 
• No fuel or motor oil will be accepted
• Any questions about the recycling program, please call 205-238-3876

List of Locations of Household Cooking Oil and Grease Recycling Centers: 

• Adamsville Pharmacy, 3633 Gray Avenue, Adamsville, AL  35005
• Birmingham Botanical Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, AL 35223
• Bessemer Fire Station # 3, 2316 Morgan Road, Bessemer, AL 35022
• Bessemer Fire Station #4, 495 Flint Hill Road, Bessemer, AL  35022
• Bessemer Recycling Center, 1601 1st Avenue North, Bessemer, AL  35020
• Gardendale Fire Station #1, 1811 Decatur Hwy., Gardendale, AL  35071 
• Graysville Fire Station # 2, 1200 1st Avenue SE, Graysville, AL 35073
• Homewood Fire Station # 3, 250 Snow Drive, Homewood, AL 35209
• Hueytown City Hall, 1318 Hueytown Road, Hueytown, AL 35023
• Jefferson County re-fueling station, 2420 8th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL  35203
• Keep Birmingham Beautiful Office, 4721 Avenue W, Birmingham, AL 35208
• Leeds Fire Station #2, 8475 1st Avenue SE, Leeds, AL  35094
• Midfield Fire Station, 704 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Midfield, AL  35228
• North Smithfield Greenleaf Heights, 4635 North Smithfield Drive, Birmingham, AL  35207
• Pinson Recycling Center, 4410 Main Street, Pinson, AL 35126
• Tarrant City Hall, 1604 Pinson Valley Parkway, Tarrant, AL  35217
• Trussville Fire Station #2, 7317 Roper Road, Trussville, AL 35173
• Trussville Fire Station #3, 8160 Gadsden Highway, Trussville, AL 35173
• UAB Campus, 620 11th St. South., Birmingham, AL 35233
• Vestavia Hills, 3400 Chestnut Ridge Lane, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at [email protected]

Jefferson County recently adopted a new Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinances (you can view them both here). Hear from the Director of Development Services Josh Johnson and Zoning Administrator Michael Morrison about how these were developed (not in a vacuum) and how they will be implemented moving forward. To see both the Comprehensive Plan and the Zoning ordinances, visit JCCAl.org >Departments>Development Services, or click on the link above.

Have an idea for a County podcast? Contact the Director of Public Information, Helen Hays at [email protected]