Vinemont council approves ‘right turn only’ sign on Park Drive

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1. South Vinemont Town Council members (pictured Aug. 22, 2023) from left to right: Chris Thompson, Nina Justice, Charlotte Cosper, Bonnie Goodwin and Mayor Reggie Dodson. (Tiffany McKoy)

VINEMONT, Ala. –  At the Vinemont Town Council meeting Tuesday night, resident Shirley Arnett addressed the council members regarding a previously discussed U-turn on U.S. Highway 31 North. The council voted to add a “right turn only” sign at the Town’s right of way at the end of Park Drive. 

The council approved a payment of $24,152.00 to the Alabama Municipal Insurance Corporation, to be broken into three payments of $8,050.66. AMIC holds the Town of South Vinemont’s liability, automobile and property insurances.

Arrangements for the Vinemont’s annual BBQ-Fest, which will be held Oct. 21, were a topic of discussion. The council agreed to provide an ATM for patrons to boost cash sales with vendors on-site. BBQ-Fest will take place at the Vinemont Sports Complex, beginning at 10 a.m. and concluding at 4 p.m.

The following events were discussed:

  • Beginning Thursday, Oct 12, Patton Drive and Cheryl Street will be receiving maintenance; expect delays.
  • Vinemont Senior Luncheon will be Oct. 16 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., with soup and sandwiches for refreshments. 
  • Vinemont Schools will host a trunk-or-treat Oct. 29 from 5-7 p.m. 
  • Vinemont’s Annual Thanksgiving Community Meal will be held Nov. 18 in the Vinemont lunchroom from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 
  • Town of Vinemont Christmas Tree Lighting and Tinsel Trail will be Dec. 9, time TBD.

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