The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6.2 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet. To Read […]

New Employment Opportunities now listed on our website. Open Positions: Firefighter / EMT Community Resource Officer https://cityofsemmesal.gov/employment/  

We just have updated our Christmas Market Vendor and Christmas Parade Applications on our website. If you are interested in joining us please download these new applications, https://cityofsemmesal.gov/events/2018/12/christmas-parade-2/   https://cityofsemmesal.gov/community-events/christmas-market-vendor-application/

Want to be a part of our Christmas Market? fill out this vendor application and be sure to submit it by 11/1/2018. download below!    

If you are interested in joining our City of Semmes 4th Annual Christmas parade on December 8, 2018. Download this application and submit it to our office no later than November 26, 2018..   View our Christmas Parade Event Page https://cityofsemmesal.gov/events/2018/12/christmas-parade-2/

The Alabama Office of Water Resources (OWR) is working with FEMA Region IV to identify and assess the risk of flooding in the Coastal watershed and to produce updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).  Alabama OWR has also prepared a Community Outreach Plan to assist local communities in communicating flood hazards and risks to the […]

You can find this Spanish language resource here: https://www.emergencydentistsusa.com/embarazo-salud-dental/   We also made this content available in English here: https://www.emergencydentistsusa.com/dental-care-pregnancy/

The Mobile County Commission has published their “Mobile County Proposed Year Four 2018 Action Plan.”  If you would like to review the plan, a copy has been placed in the lobby of the Semmes City Hall Building, 7875 Moffett Road, Suite F.  We are open from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Here are a few quick links to Flood disaster preparedness.   Flash Flood Safety and Damage Prevention Guide FEMA Flood Map Service Center: Search By Address This tool tells you if your home is in a flood zone! Do You Have a Pet Emergency Preparedness Plan? How to Evacuate Before a Storm or Flood Disaster […]

In order to replace two sets of roadway pipes, Schillinger Road between Moffett Road and Lott Road will be detoured for approximately four weeks beginning April 9. Please allow yourself extra time when traveling in this area. If you have any questions, you may contact the Mobile County Engineering Department at 251-574-8595.

Our Office will be closed tomorrow 3/30/2018 for Good Friday, have a safe weekend.

What: Town Hall Meeting with Congressman Bradley Byrne When: Tuesday, March 27, 2018 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Where: Semmes Fire Training Center / 9010 Forest Street See you there! view our Facebook Events

Volunteers Needed to Help clean up the community on April 7th starting at 7:00 am…  see the attached flyer for more details.

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SEMMES WOMAN’S CLUB ANNUAL YARD SALESWC YARD SALE FLYER AT THE SEMMES SENIOR CENTER SATURDAY MARCH 24TH FROM 7AM – 1PM BOOKS – CLOTHES – KITCHENWARE – SHOES HOUSEHOLD ITEMS – JEWELRY AND SO MUCH MORE…….. AT GREAT PRICES $$$$$

Just Posted, Advertisement for Bid for the Mini Pumper Fire Apparatus.  Please see the link below for more information. http://cityofsemmesal.gov/doing-business/soliciations/  

“The City of Semmes is once again participating in the 2018 Severe Weather Preparedness Tax Holiday on February 23 – 25, 2018.  This is a great opportunity to re-stock your severe weather supplies.”  

Just Posted, Advertisement for Bid for the Park Avenue Drainage Improvements.  Please see the link below for more information.   http://cityofsemmesal.gov/doing-business/soliciations/  

MGM High School is looking for companies to hire students for a summer internship. These students would be required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week for a four-week minimum. Compensation is asked to be at least minimum wage. These students are juniors heading into their senior year of school. There is an […]

The Semmes Fire-Rescue Department is seeking applicants for the position of Firefighter/EMT. The Semmes Fire-Rescue Department is one of the busiest Fire and EMS services in Mobile County. The Department covers 55 square miles and operates 3 BLS Engine Companies, Ladder Truck, and other specialized apparatus. With an average of over 3000 calls per year […]

The City of Semmes is monitoring the weather and road conditions. Please stay off the roads if at all possible as they are icy and dangerous. Extreme caution must be used if you have to travel. Any ice that melts today will re-freeze tonight as temperatures will be below freezing.

Talent Competition in conjunction with Azalea Fest this year! Azalea Fest is from 9 – 3 on Saturday, March 3rd @ MGM Talent Competition Friday, March 2 @ 6:30pm / MGM Auditorium Please contact the Semmes Chamber office, semmeschamber@gmail.com or Denise Dailey @ denisedailey@cityofsemmesal.gov for an application & more info! The top 15 winners will […]

************************************** LEGAL NOTICE DATED December 19, 2017 ************************************** The public is hereby notified of the City of Semmes RESCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL MEETING First City Council Meeting in January is rescheduled for January 3, 2018 The City Council Meeting was rescheduled due to City Offices being closed on New Years Day. Semmes Council Chambers 7875 Moffett […]

The City of Semmes offices will be closed on Christmas Day on December 22, 2017 and Christmas Day, December 25, 2017. Happy Holidays from the City of Semmes.

FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP (FIRM) FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY (FIS) The preliminary copies of the Flood Insurance Rate Map and Flood Insurance Study report for Mobile County and incorporated areas are out for public review.  No new flood hazard information has been presented for our community. If you would like to review the maps, you may […]

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View our Christmas Parade highlight here. Enjoy https://www.facebook.com/forhimfilms/videos/1820802354636799/.

Did you know that approximately 33% of all traffic accidents that result in State assistance in Mobile County take place on Moffett Road? City government’s main goal is to keep its citizens safe and something had to be done. The City partnered with ALDOT and hired a traffic engineer consultant to perform a traffic study. […]

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There will be Special meeting at the Council Chambers at City Hall On November 16, 2017 at 4:00PM

Join us for the Semmes Christmas Tree Lighting 2017 View our Community Event Details  

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The 3rd Annual City of Semmes sponsored Christmas Parade. Fun for everyone! To enter a car or float, email: denisedailey@cityofsemmesal.gov Click Here for Details  

The City of Semmes honored our veterans today. We had a wonderful speaker, beautiful music, and our Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts made cards & pins for our veterans. It was a little chilly, but we had a gorgeous, cloudless blue sky. https://www.facebook.com/cityofsemmesalabama/posts/2415364728687648

The Mayor and City Council have renegotiated the MCSO contract for 2017/2018. Additional patrol coverage has been added in response to recent criminal activity in the Semmes area. Three more Sheriff patrols have been added to police the City of Semmes and it’s surrounding police jurisdiction. If you suspect criminal activity in your neighborhood, you can report any suspicious activity quickly […]

The Mayor and City Council are in the process of renegotiating the contract with the Mobile County Sheriff’s office. The Mobile County Sheriff’s office will investigate all noise and nuisance complaints relating to the City of Semmes ordinances below and issue citations pending their investigations. These citations will be processed and administered by a Mobile County […]

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October 7, 2017  City of Semmes RE: Update on Hurricane Nate   The City of Semmes is closely monitoring Hurricane Nate. The hurricane is now a category 1, predicted to strengthen before landfall. Landfall is expected at approx. 9 pm along the coastal areas. Tropical force winds are already being felt in Semmes. It is […]

October 6, 2017 City of Semmes RE: Semmes Mayor’s Statement on Tropical Storm Nate The City of Semmes Emergency Management Staff has been monitoring the activity of Tropical Storm Nate. This storm is expected to become a category 1 hurricane within the next 34 hours. Landfall is forecasted at 7:00 pm on October 7, 2017. […]

Saturday, December 9, 2017 Taste of Semmes 3-5 PM Tour of Semmes 3-7 PM Taste & Tour Begin at Allentown Elementary   Admission: $ 10.00 in advance $ 12.00 at the Door   Tickets available at: Semmes Senior Center Meggie B’s Hickory Pit Too online at eventbrite.com

When teaching fire prevention most fire departments focus on small children, third grade and younger, older teens and adults. Because of this, children often lose sight of the fire prevention message after the third grade. For this reason Semmes Fire and Rescue has teamed up with the Mobile Co School System to keep fire safety […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 11, 2017 ALDOT TO RESUME CONSTRUCTION ON HIGHWAY 98 IN MOBILE COUNTY Mobile, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will resume construction of the US-98 and SR-158 extension projects in Mobile County beginning with the Big Creek Bridge Extension Project on Sept. 11. The project scope will include adding […]

The City of Semmes and the Fire Rescue Department are continually monitoring hurricane Irma. We expect a wind event starting this evening and into Monday. Possibility for 20 to 30 mph winds. Check back for additional updates as the storm draws near.

Although the path of Irma is uncertain at this time, (& Jim Cantore is in the studio – so THAT’S good news!), we wanted to give you shelter info in advance, so you can incorporate it into your plans. The shelter for our area will again be the Semmes Middle School, but Mobile County Health […]

Mayor Baker’s Statement on Hurricane Irma September 6, 2017 City of Semmes RE: Semmes Mayor’s Statement on Hurricane Irma We are closely monitoring Hurricane Irma. City Departments are continuously in contact with the Mobile County Emergency Agency for updates. The City of Semmes Emergency Management Staff met this morning to begin preparation for the possibility […]

A community is not a true community without at least a few small businesses. Small businesses can become staples, or even institutions, in a town if the conditions are so that a mom and pop shop can flourish. There is nothing quite like walking into a local store and having the attendant say, “What are […]

The County’s plans to purchase the Semmes Public Library building from CVS Health are moving forward according to Mobile County Attorney Jay Ross. The County is currently awaiting the delivery of the purchase agreement and the schedule of closing from the attorneys representing CVS, the corporation that owns the property. Once received, the County will […]

Mayor Baker, Jason Franklin (Public Works Superintendent), Don Powell & Cheyenne West from ALDOT met this morning and discussed some exciting news that we will share with you at the end of the month. https://www.facebook.com/cityofsemmesalabama/posts/2364306590460129 US-98/SR-158 Extension Projects The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has continued working to complete designs, secure environmental clearances and purchase […]

Bishop State Community College is coming to Semmes! Mayor David Baker & Bishop President Dr. Reginald Sykes have signed the contracts, & classes will start January 2018 @ the Public Safety Training Complex. Visit www.bishop.edu or call 251.405.7000 for more information. #semmespositive