Awards for Mountain Brook supporters and a celebration of the city will be on the agenda when the Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce hosts its 2024 Annual Luncheon, Jan. 31 at 11 a.m.
The chamber will be naming Nimrod Long, a landscape designer, as the Jemison Visionary Award winner. The O’Neal Library will present the Tynes Award to the Mountain Brook Fire Department, and the city of Mountain Brook will recognize its Employees of the Year, Dana Hazen and Johnny Franklin, according to a statement from the chamber.
This event also celebrates the accomplishments of the chamber during the year, in addition to recognizing outgoing board President Millie Rudder.
The Jemison Visionary Award recognizes a servant leader for his or her commitment and contributions to the Mountain Brook community.
“This year’s recipient, Mr. Nimrod Long, has been molding our city and its natural landscape for countless years,” City Councilwoman Graham Smith said in the statement. “From our sidewalks to our verdant areas, to our trails and green spaces, Nim has donated his time, talent and energy into preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of Mountain Brook.”
The William Tynes Award is bestowed on an individual or group that has made meaningful contributions to the city and, especially, O’Neal Library. The Mountain Brook Fire Department is being presented with the award for its response to the library’s flood on May 5.
“The Mountain Brook Fire Department invested much time and energy in helping the library during and after the flood this summer. The library is extremely grateful for the cheerful, cooperative spirit of Chief (Chris J.) Mullins and his command staff and firemen,” Lindsy Gardner, executive director of the O’Neal Library, said.
Nominated by their peers, Hazen and Franklin play pivotal roles in city operations. Hazen is director of planning, building and sustainability. Franklin leads the Right-of-Way Division in the Public Works Department.
“Due to Dana’s efforts, the city has strong zoning and aesthetic codes that keep our city beautiful and attractive. In addition, she is spearheading many sustainability projects for the city, including the Bee City USA designation,” Sam Gaston, city manager, said.
“Likewise, Johnny’s division was instrumental in assisting in the residential garbage service a few years back when Waste Management was falling short on their responsibilities,” he said.
For more information on the luncheon or to register, visit mtnbrookchamber.org.
