Counties approve, welcome new Association leaders
Alabama’s counties have completed yet another successful year, and the Association is excited to announce that Commissioner Miles Robinson of Macon County will lead the Alabama County Family through the next 12 months. Commissioner Robinson was unanimously approved during the Association’s 97th Convention to serve as the 2025-2026 ACCA President. Joining President Robinson in the ACCA leadership journey are President-Elect and Limestone County Commission Chairman Collin Daly; Vice President and Houston County Commission Chairman Brandon Shoupe; and Minority Director and Clarke County Commissioner Tyrone Moye. Also stepping into a new role this year is Immediate Past President and Calhoun County Commissioner Lee Patterson, who will now serve as Chairman of the ACCA Legislative Committee. Congratulations to each of our new Association leaders, and thank you for your continued service and commitment to all 67 counties!
ACCA welcomes 2025-2026 District Representatives to governing board
Board of Directors Representatives for the Association’s 12 established districts were voted upon and approved at ACCA’s 97th Convention, and throughout the coming year, county officials and employees can expect to see both new and familiar faces providing leadership to the organization. Please join us in thanking the following leaders for their service on the ACCA 2025-2026 Board of Directors:
Seven counties receive award checks for insurance leadership
The ACCA Liability Self-Insurance Fund (LSIF) annually recognizes participating counties that have successfully taken steps to improve the overall management of liability exposures over the most recent three-year period. This year, exciting changes were made to the LSIF awards to recognize a “Trailblazer” county with the most comprehensive safety improvements and the top two performing counties across three categories, with the categories based on member premium-contributions. Congratulations to this year’s winners of an LSIF leadership award:
The winners were announced at this past week’s ACCA 97th Convention. The Trailblazer recipient received a check for $2,000 from the LSIF and an award from County Risk Services. First-place recipients received an LSIF check for $1,000, while second-place recipients received an LSIF check for $750.
Weekly “Activity Digest” email being replaced with as-needed “News Alert”
County leaders can expect to see a change in their inbox this week! The “Activity Digest” email delivered to county inboxes every Thursday at 2:30 p.m. is being replaced with a “News Alert” email that will only deliver the most important and timely news to county leaders. The “News Alert” email will be catered to each email recipient’s role in county government and will continue to be delivered on Thursdays at 2:30 p.m. — but only on an as-needed basis, elevating the importance for county leaders to view any “News Alert” emails as soon as they arrive. County leaders can also check the latest news relevant to their role in county government by visiting ACCA’s online community and referring to the “News” tab found within their private group.
34th Annual Golf Bash to take place September 17
Calling All County Golfers! The 34th Annual County Golf Bash is less than a month away! Scheduled for Wednesday, September 17, at the Timberline Golf Club in Calera, the Golf Bash annually provides county leaders and vendors with an opportunity to gather together for an enjoyable afternoon of networking on the links. So, if you haven’t already, be sure to mark you calendars for this exciting event. For further Golf Bash details, contact ACCA Policy and Outreach Manager Marty Stokes.
ACCA extends best wishes to Kate Jessip
This morning, Kate Jessip will begin a new chapter in her career as she assumes the role of County Attorney for Shelby County. For more than three years, Kate has served Alabama counties as Deputy Legal Counsel and Assistant Director of the Investing in Alabama Counties program. We are excited to know that, while she is changing locations, Kate will remain a part of the County Family. Please join us in extending best wishes and congratulations to her on this wonderful new opportunity.