washington county, ala. viewbook

First County in AlabamaWashington CountyFirst County in Alabama

View book compiled in conjunction with the Washington County EDI and students from The University of Alabama Manderson Graduate School of Business.

Students who worked on the project include: Tatum Morrell Turner, Jessica Wright,

Tiara Dees, Fathi Kara and Katie Pouncey. This view book was designed by Tiara

CONTACT INFORMATIONWashington County Economic Development Initiative Austin Monk, DirectorPhone: (251) 454-3525P.O. Box 854 Chatom, AL [email protected]://www.washingtoncountyedi.org

Table of ContentsIntroduction .............................................................................................. 1Overview ...................................................................................................... 2History of Washington County ........................................................... 6Topography ................ ................................................................................. 7Infrastructure ........................................................................................... 8Tourism .......................................................................................................... 11Education ..................................................................................................... 14Religious Organizations ........................................................................ 25Demographical Data ................................................................................ 26Utility Numbers ......................................................................................... 31Closing ......................................................................................................... 32

For more information, visit http://washingtoncountyal.com/

This view book is designed to provide a snapshot of our county, especially for retail business and developers seeking viable locations for new business ventures. The Washington County Economic Development

Initiative, in partnership with Austin Monk and the towns of Washington County, has launched efforts to attract new retail businesses and commercial establishments. Recent studies have shown that smaller cities within commuting distances of metropolitan areas are becoming a haven for those seeking “the good life.”

The Washington County Economic Development Initiative continues to pursue new industrial growth and expand our economic base. Since 2007, new industries have been located here, including the steel mill ThyssenKrupp. It has brought thousands of new jobs to our area. While statistical data only reflects our residents, the vacation traffic is phenomenal. The increasing traffic on US Highway 43 creates a perfect opportunity for a vibrant retail chain.

We strongly advise you to take advantage of our steady growth trends and locate your business in our fine county.

For more information, contact Austin Monk with the Washington County Economic Development Initiative or visit us on the web at http://washingtoncountyal.com/.

Introduction

I want to get involved in this community, lock arms and

continue to build economic development activities with our stakeholders.

— Austin Monk Washington County

Economic Development Initiative Director

County OverviewWashington County is a unique* community nestled in the heart of

Southwest Alabama. Washington County residents place a premium on quality of life*. With a population of 18,000* is progressive, and boasts a

very low crime rate and affordable cost of living.

We have very active churches, exceptional health services, lovely homes, beautiful Lake Ellis, and a diverse array of recreational activities.

Mobile Meridian Pascagoula Biloxi Pe School Systems Classification Enrollment TeachersLeroy High k-12

nearby metro areas628598118120157194202305334

All estimates are in miles.

population & incomeCounty: 18,000Income: Per Capita: $28,787 Average Income: $32,556 Median Family Income: $55,079Source: US Census Bureau and EASI Demographics

educationSchool Systems: Leroy High Fruitdale High Chatom Elementary Washington County HighMilry High Mcintosh Elementary Mcintosh High

Classification: Enrollment: Teachers:k-12 831 59k-12 496 36k-4 344 30 5-12 594 38k-12 628 48k-5 358 306-12 306 28

governmentTowns: Mayor/CouncilCounty: County Commission*

Garbage Collection: YesPublic Library: YesEmergency Medical Services Paramedics: Yes E911: YesFire Protection*: Yes Fire Insurance Rating: Class Fire Departments: Chatom Volunteer Fire Department Hobson Volunteer Fire Department Iaton Hill Volunteer Fire Department Deer Park Shiloh Volunteer Fire Department Fruitdale Yellowpine Volunteer Fire Department Leroy Volunteer Fire Department McIntosh Volunteer Fire Department

County Overviewgovernment cont.

Millry Volunteer Fire DepartmentNorth Oak Grove Volunteer Fire DepartmentRed Creed Volunteer Fire DepartmentYarbo Volunteer Fire DepartmentEpworth Volunteer Fire Department

Police Protection*: Yes Full Time Personnel: 8 Part Time Personnel: 5

transportationHighway Servicing Washington County:

Hwy:AL 43AL 45

State Routes:17135657

Air Service: Name Latitude Longitude USGS MapHawthorn Pines Airport 31.3867324 -88.0922861 WagarvilleRoy Wilcox Airport 31.4508937 -88.1960409 Rutan

Rail Service:*Waterways:

Rail Service:*Waterways: Tombigbee RiverEsctawpa River

Parcel Service:USPS, UPS, FedEx

Air Service Municipal:*

transportation cont.

utilitiesElectricity: Suppliers: Clarke-Washington Electric Company, Alabama Power of McIntosh, and Power South Electric Cooperative. Natural gas: Suppliers: Conoco-Phillips, South Alabama Gas, Bay Gas and Clarke-Mobile Gas. Water: Source: Chatom Utilities, Deer Park-Vinegar Bend and FPA, Frankville Water and FPA, Fruitdale Water System, Hobson Water System , Leroy Water and FPA, McIntosh, Millry Water Works, St. Stephens Water System, Tibbie Water and FPA, Wagerville Water System, Inc., and Washington County Water and FPA.

Rail Service:*Waterways: Tombigbee RiverEsctawpa River

Parcel Service:USPS, UPS, FedEx

Air Service Municipal:*

utilities cont.Sanitary Sewer: Provider: Chatom and Millry Utilities provide sanitary sewer service. The Town of McIntosh operates on septic tanks, but has plans to change to a new treatment facility in the near future.

communicationElectronic Communications: Electronic communications are provided by BellSouth and Millry Communications.

Newspapers: The Washington County News and The South Alabamian are the local newspapers and are distributed weekly.

Television: Digital service

Internet services: Local dial-up service: YesBroadband: DSL

Post Offices:US POST OFFICE 342 Deer Park Burbank Rd, Deer ParkUS POST OFFICE 46 Green St, FruitdaleUS POST OFFICE 7595 Highway 43, Mc IntoshUS POST OFFICE 77 Hawthorne Rd, Tibbie

communication cont.US POST OFFICE 13486 Saint Stephens Ave, ChatomUS POST OFFICE 15 Main St, MillryUS POST OFFICE 180 Bates Lake Rd, MalcolmUS POST OFFICE 19 Washington St, LeroyUS POST OFFICE 19250 County Road 34, St StephensUS POST OFFICE 20191 Highway 43, WagarvilleUS POST OFFICE 2323 County Road 31, FrankvilleUS POST OFFICE 1 Highway 43 N, Calvert

medical facilitiesHospitals: Washington County Hospital and Nursing Home

HospitalNumber of beds: 25Facility type: Short-term Acute CareType of Ownership: Voluntary Non-profit/OtherAccepts Medicare: YesAccepts Medicaid: No

County Overview

med. facilities cont.Nursing HomeNumber of beds: 88Accepts Medicare: YesAccepts Medicaid: Yes

Chatom Primary Care: Steve Donald, M.D.Restore Therapy Service: Kristen Daniels, P.T.*

Other physicians near Washington County, Al:James A. Hassell, M.D.Denita Anderson, M.D.Nino Kurtsikidze, M.D.

recreational facilitiesGolf Course: YesMovie Theater: NoBall Fields: YesFitness center: YesTennis Courts: YesSwimming Pools: NoParks: Yes

Other Facilities: Chatom Community CenterSt. Stephens Historical Park

Lakes:Washington County Lake/Emmet Wood Lake, Millry

local taxes

Lakes Cont.:Lake Ellis, ChatomBates Lake, Mt. VernonFishers Lake, McIntoshThree Rivers Lake, McIntosh

Property Taxes:State Tax:County Tax:Municipal Taxes:Total:

Retail Sales Tax:City:State:County:Total:

Income/Occupational Tax:City Occupational Tax:County Occupational Tax:

Inventory Tax:

largest employersCompany: ThyssenKrupp Location: Calvert, ALProduct/service: SteelNumber of employees: 1,650

Company: BASF ChemicalsLocation: McIntosh, ALProduct/service: Chemicals/BrightenersNumber of employees: 926

Company: Power South Electric Cooperative Location: McIntosh and Leroy, ALProduct/service: UtilityNumber of employees: 300

Company: Olin Corporation Location: McIntosh, ALProduct/service: Chlorine/Caustic ChemicalsNumber of employees: 300

Company: Huntsman Corporation, Inc.Location: McIntosh, ALProduct/service: Polymers ProductionNumber of employees: 200

Company: Brown and Root, Inc.Location: McIntosh, ALProduct/service: ConstructionNumber of employees: 120

Company: Capstone Bank, Inc.Location: Chatom, ALProduct/service: Banking ServicesNumber of employees: 100

Company: First Community BankLocation: Millry and Chatom, ALProduct/service: Banking ServicesNumber of employees: 100

County Overview

Washington County HistoryNamed after General George Washington, Washington County, Alabama is rich with historical

significance. Washington County was the first county in Alabama. The county is home to the first chartered school, the state’s first bank, and the location of the first territorial capital.

Washington County is located in southwest Alabama and enclosed by the Mississippi state line, Choctaw County, the Tombigbee River and Mobile County.

The area was long inhabited by indigenous peoples. In historic times, European traders encountered the Choctaw and later Creek Indians, who were driven southwest from Georgia by encroaching European settlement.

European-American settlers organized Washington County in Tombigbee District by proclamation of Governor Winthrop Sargent of Mississippi Territories on June 4, 1800. It is the oldest county in the State of Alabama and was settled mostly by people from the Southeast moving west after the American Revolutionary War.

Washington County is home to the site of St. Stephens, the first territorial capital of Alabama, and was the scene of the 1807 capture of Aaron Burr at Wakefield, Alabama during his flight from prosecution for treason.

Although in the 1830s, the United States government moved most of the Choctaw and Creek Indians to Indian Territory west of the Mississippi River, some chose to remain in this area and become state citizens. They have struggled to maintain Choctaw culture throughout changing times. In 1979 the MOWA Band of Choctaw Indians was recognized by the state. The people are concentrated along the border of Mobile and Washington counties.

The county was declared a disaster area in September 1979 due to damage from Hurricane Frederic.

Effort is under way by the Washington County Historical Society and Washington County Museum Board to preserve the artifacts and legends that reveal the historical treasures within the county. The recent archeological excavations at Old Fort St. Stephens are of great interest to historians. With local and State funding the site has been transformed into a State Park.

• The county is about 60 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico, and exceeds 682,000 acres and about 1,065 square miles.

• About 88 percent of the land area is situated forest and pine plantations.

• Urban areas comprise about 7,900 acres in the towns of Chatom, McIntosh and Millry.

• Leroy, Al. is a large geographical community of approximately 800 residents.

• The average annual temperature is 74 degrees and the average annual rainfall is 57 inches. Washington County's population is approximately 18,097 people.

• Farming is an important part of rural Washington County.

Quick Facts

Topography

Chatum, Ala.

Washington County is located in southwest Alabama and enclosed by the Mississippi state line. Choctaw County, the Tombigbee River and Mobile County. The county is about 60 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico, and exceeds 682,000 acres and about 1,065 square

miles. About 88 percent of the land area is situated forest and pine plantations.

Urban areas comprise about 7,900 acres in the towns of Chatom, McIntosh and Millry. Leroy, Al. is a large geographical community of approximately 800 residents. The average annual temperature is 74 degrees and the average annual rainfall is 57 inches. Washington County’s population is approxi-mately 18,097 people. Farming is an important part of rural Washington County.

Source: Wikipedia

Infrastructure InfrastructureAddress: 1379 Ciba Road, McIntosh, Alabama 36553 Start of Production: 1952 Location: Located in south Alabama, north of Mobile, on Highway 43 Site Manager: Tom McAdams Number of Plants: 3 production Units Number of Employees: 600 (400 BASF employees, 200 contractors)

PRODUCT/USES:

AO (Antioxidant) Production Unit

The AO Unit produces a group of products that counteract the effects of heat and time in plastics. This results in exceptional color, higher durability and a high level of purity for food contact packaging. Another product made here is added

to industrial lubricants, engine oils and transmission fluids to protect equipment and motors from deposit formation.

Light Stabilizers Unit

The two main product families produced in this unit are Tinuvins and HALS (Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers). Tinuvin products are light absorbers that function like sunscreen to absorb damaging UV light. These products are used in automotive finishes to preserve the shine, in photographic inks to keep colors vivid,and in outdoor stain to protect the wood. HALS products improve stability by stopping a polymer’s degradation from absorbed UV Rays. They are used in a variety of products including milk jugs, outdoor furniture, carpet, automotive coatings and yogurt containers, among others.

Stilbenics Production Unit

The Stilbenics Production Unit provides optical brighteners found in most laundry detergents to make white clothes whiter and in photographic paper to make images brighter.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS:

The McIntosh site contributes in several ways to improve the quality of life through community involvement and corporate giving:

• Community Advisory Panel • Scholarships at Alabama Southern Community Col-

lege • Science Labs at the Gulf Coast Exploreum and Wash-

ington County Public Library • United Way

ECONOMIC IMPACT:

• Annual payroll with benefits of $48 million* • Payment of $1.5 million in local and state taxes* • Typical capital investment of $8-15 million in new

plant and equipment

*Year-end 2011 data

** All data pulled from the BASF fact sheet, which can be found at BASF.com

BASF SE McIntosh, Ala. Chemical Plant

InfrastructureInfrastructureAddress: ThyssenKrupp Steel USA, LLC, 1 ThyssenKrupp Drive, P. O. Box 456, Calvert, AL, 36513

Phone: +1 (251) 289-3000Internet: www.thyssenkruppsteelusa.com

OVERVIEW:

ThyssenKrupp Steel USA is located in Calvert, Alabama. It is a member of the global technology group ThyssenKrupp headquartered in Essen, Germany. The company was created in 2007 to construct and operate a

carbon steel processing facility to serve customers in the NAFTA market. The company began the first of its operations in July of 2010, with the capacity to process 4.3 million metric tons of flat rolled carbon steel products annually.

• The facility includes a river terminal, hot strip mill, cold rolling mill, four hot dip galvanizing lines, rail yard and supporting infrastructure.

• The facility receives its raw material carbon steel slabs used in processing from ThyssenKrupp CSA, a newly constructed steel making facility located in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil which began operations in 2010.

• The company employs approximately 1,800 Team Members.

CUSTOMERS & PRODUCTS:

The company serves the automotive, construction, pipe and tube, service cen-ter, and appliance/HVAC industries in the NAFTA region with a comprehen-sive list of coiled products in a full range of steel grades for high-value applica-tions including hot rolled bands, hot rolled pickled and oiled, cold rolled, and coated (galvanized, galvannealed, aluminized and Galvalume®)

CONTACT:

Scott Posey, Director of CommunicationsPhone: +1 (251) 289-3000Email: [email protected]

All data taken from the ThyssenKrupp Steel Fact Sheet, which is located at www.thyssenkrup-

psteelusa.com.

ThyssennKrupp Steel USA, located in Calvert, Ala.

Infrastructure InfrastructureAddress: 1638 Industrial Road McIntosh, AL 36553

Phone: (251) 944-2231Website: http://www.olinchloralkali.com

OUR HOME:

Our relationship with the community began more than 60 years ago. We were first attracted by an unusual geographical feature. It was a giant underground salt dome. Because salt is one of the essential elements in our manufacturing

process, Olin Chlor Alkali built a plant here, and operations started in 1952.

WE CONTRIBUTE TO THE LOCAL ECONOMY:

More than 300 people come to work at Olin McIntosh every day. Olin spends more than $85 million a year with all sorts of local businesses, purchasing goods and services that support more than 300 local jobs. Olin generates another $1.5 million in annual taxes—taxes that go to schools, to community services and development, and to those in need.

WE’RE RESPONSIBLE TO THE COMMUNITY:As a corporate neighbor, it’s important that we add value to life in McIntosh. Adding value means giving of ourselves to charitable and worthwhile efforts in the community, whether it’s creating them or contributing to them. Olin McIntosh is the third-largest contributor to United Way for Southwest Alabama. We also support education in McIntosh Community schools. Recently, we donated property that was converted to a beautiful walking trail and a boat landing. We continue to support the McIntosh Area Betterment Association, an organization that provides funding for worthwhile projects, such as the community center, the public library, the fire department and the rescue squad. Besides our involvement with the Area Betterment Association, we fund an annual two-year scholarship to Alabama Southern Community College. And many of our employees work as volunteers supporting such organizations and programs as United Way, Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, Little League, Sheriff ’s Reserve, Relay for Life and other worthy causes.

SAFETY IS ONE OF OUR MOST IMPORTANT PRODUCTS:

One of our main goals at the Olin McIntosh plant is a safe working and living environment for our employees, their families and our neighbors. Olin McIntosh has invested $45 million in plant improvements, including new hydrochloric acid burners, essential maintenance and repair, and additional equipment upgrades. Olin takes precautions to ensure that no employee or community member is ever put at risk.

WE’VE BEEN AWARDED FOR OUR EFFORTS:

That kind of performance has led to a number of environmental and safety awards. We recently received the Alabama Department of Environmental Management Pollution Prevention Award. The department presented us with the award for our efforts in preserving the “Treasured Forest.” We also received the Norfolk Southern Thoroughbred Award for the seventh year in a row for “incident-free handling” of chemical rail shipments, and Olin McIntosh also is OSHA VPP star certified. This certification is awarded for doing an excellent job in putting our people’s safety and health first.

All information was taken from the Olin Fact Sheet, which is located at www.olinchloralkali.com.

Olin Mcintosh, Ala. Plant. Photo credit: Mobile Press-Register

Tourism

The now-abandoned settlement of St. Stephens sat atop a limestone bluff overlooking the Tombigbee River and hosted Alabama’s first seat of government. The location, approximately 67 miles north of Mobile in present-day Washington

County, had been occupied by the Spanish before its cession to the United States in 1799. The town later served as the capital of the Alabama Territory between 1817 and 1819 before the government abandoned it in favor of Cahaba. Today, the site of the town is referred to as Old St. Stephens and is a historical park and archeological site.

St. Stephens

Tourism

The St. Stephens courthouse served the county seat for 53 years until the county seat was moved to Chatom in 1907. The St. Stephens Courthouse is now open to the public as a Visitor Center and Museum. Visitors can tour the beautifully

restored courthouse from 7:30-4:00 Monday through Friday. No reservations are required, and large groups can call ahead for a guided tour of the Courthouse and Museum and also the nearby Old St. Stephens Historical Park.

MuseumDeerfield Golf Club, a privately owned and operated, magnificent 18

hole golf course, offering memberships, but is open to the public. It also has a driving range, restaurant and pro shop. The course is located

approximately three miles east of downtown Chatom, AL on Highway 56. It has been is operation since August, 1993 and offers both public play and private memberships. The front 9 is relatively flat and open while the back 9 is more rolling and slightly challenging.

Golf Club

Tourism

Washington County is home to the St. Stephens Historical Park. A visit to the park is a way to introduce children and adults to Alabama’s rich heritage. There are many recreational activities available for visitors, including fishing

in the park’s 100-acre lake, RV camping, primitive camping, biking, birdwatching, horseback riding, picnicking, and hiking. Washington County is a hunter’s paradise. From the swamps of the Tombigbee, the piney woods of Tibbie and Deer Park, to the hills at the north end of the county, wild game flourish.

Other Attractions and Events

Emmett Wood Lake near Millry, Ala.

“Fountain of Youth”

Emmett Wood Lake near Millry, Ala.

Tennis Courts

In the Pines Music Festival, presented by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, is usually scheduled every May on the sprawling grounds outside the Chatom Community Center, which overlooks scenic Lake Ellis. In the Pines Musical Festival has had some well-known artists visit and perform including: JJ Grey and Mofro, Ashton Shepard, Randy Houser, Thompson Square

In The Pines Music Festival

EducationChatom Elementary School

Principal: Belinda CrouchPhone: (251) 847-2946Address: 592 Ray Coaker Road Chatom, AL 36518Website: chatom.al.wce.schoolinsites.comGrades: K-4thStudent Count: 344

I moved to Chatom from Mobile and am the mother of a 1st grader, 2nd grader and a junior in in high school. My children have been in public and

private schools in Alabama and Fl. I feel that my move to Chatom has been the best thing to happen to my children. The values that seem to be taught on a daily basis as well as the easy access to the teachers and the principal have made it more than a wonderful sexperience.They have kept me as a parent very updated and they also make learning fun for the children. I have attended almost all school activities since the move and kept my children very involved. I read the previous posting and I am in awe of how this parent has come to feel this way.

—Submitted by a Parent

Principal: Edna BillingsleyPhone: (251) 944-2481Address: 8945 HWY 43 North; P.O. Box 357 McIntosh, AL 36553Website: mcintosh.al.wce.schoolinsites.comGrades: K-5Student count: 368

The first grade teachers have been a blessing. My son was diagnosed with ADHD last year and they have helped in every way possible.


McIntosh Elementary School

Education

Principal: Dr. Alfred TaylorPhone: (251) 827-6655Address: 13077 County Road 1 Fruitdale, AL 36539Website: fruitdale.al.wch.schoolinsites.comGrades: K-12Student Count: 426

They care about your kids. It’s not a popularity contest. My child is doing so much better in school since moving to this school district. I even

want to participate in all the activities such as the fall festival and PTO. I love it! Hooray for a great school and great teachers.


Fruitdale High School

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Education

Fruitdale High School

Education

Principal: T. Danny PattersonPhone: (251) 246-2000Address: 26301 Hwy 43 Leroy, AL 36548Website: leroy.al.wch.schoolinsites.comGrades: K-12Student Count: 806

Leroy High School is the best School inWashington County. I am proud that my son attends a school that excels in academics and extracurricular

activities. The teachers are of the highest quality and take pride in teaching. The students are their top priority and this means a lot to me and my family. I am looking forward to becoming more involved with the school through the PTO. The PTO this year is off to a very good start. I hope we can keep up the good work for our kids and all the LHS student body.


Leroy High School


Education

Leroy High School

Education

Principal: Joannee BarnesPhone: (251) 944-2441Address: P.O. Box 359; 7010 Hwy 4 McIntosh, AL 36553Website: mcintosh.al.wch.schoolinsites.comGrades: 6-12Student Count: 307 students

Mcintosh high school is an excellent learning enviroment that is not given enough credit. Although there is negativity, the positivity

defintely outweighs it all. Throughout the years Mcintosh has improved tremendously. The teaching staff, discipline, academic and athletic programs, along with their docile students are all something that should be praised. I will unfortunately not be able to say I was a graduate from MHS, but I am an alumni. If Mcintosh keeps up the good work, more blessings will be in store! I am now a high school senior that appreciates the lessons that MHS has given me. So in conclusion, congratulations MHS. (State champs!)

—Submitted by a Former Student

McIntosh High School


Education

McIntosh High School

Education

Principal: John CarterPhone: (251) 846-2987Address: 1 Wildcat Drive Millry, AL 36558Website: millry.al.wch.schoolinsites.comGrades: K-12Student Count: 605

I drive 30 miles from another county, just so my children can attend this school. Very satisfied with the overall involvement with this school. Not only do

the teachers teach but they are genuinely concerned for their students. The parents can depend on the teacher to be involved in the education. The administrative staff is always cooperative. In short, everyone in this school seem to be working toward the same end.


Millry High School


Education

Millry High School Washington County Career Technical CenterPrincipal: Harold CrouchPhone: (251) 847-2040Address: 16478 St. Stephens Avenue Chatom, AL 36518Website: washington.al.wct.schoolinsites.comGrades: 7-12

About The School

Career Technical Education is any education at any level that prepares students to meet the skilled training needs of soci-ety and individuals within a society. The Washington County School System offers two career technical education programs in each high school and five programs at the Washington County Career Technical Center.

Education

Washington County High School

Principal: David WoffordPhone: (251) 847-2851Address: 21 School Street P.O. Box 1239 Chatom, AL 36518Website: washington.al.wch.schoolinsites.com

Career Tech, through KBR construction, for students preparing for the careers after high school. In 2012 WCHS initiated a partnership

with the University of West Alabama and began Dual Enrollment/Dual Credit ProgWashington County High School is a hidden gem nestled in a rural setting...

Walking through the schools in Chatom is reminiscent of a visit back in time to a place called “Mayberry”. However, the schools provide an outstanding, 21st century education for students. Washington County has graduates that have become medical doctors, lawyers, PhDs, engineers, nurses, educators, entrepreneurs and politicians. Students attending schools in Chatom are exposed to the latest technologies and teaching strategies.

— David Wofford, Principal

Education

African Methodist ChurchAntioch Baptist Church

Baptist Church Pine LevelBarlow Chapel Methodist Church

Barlow ChurchBethel Church

Bethel United Methodist ChurchBig John Baptist Church

C & J Church of GodCalvert Methodist Church

Cathedral of PraiseCedar Curve Church of God

Cedar Grove ChurchCenter Ridge Baptist Church

Chalker Memorial UMCChalker Memorial United Methodist

ChurchChapel Hill Baptist Church

Charity ChapelCharity Chapel ChurchChatom Church of God

Chatom United Methodist ChurchChatom United Methodist Parsonage

Choctaw Friends CenterChurch of God

Church of God PentecostalChurch of the Brethren

Clearwater ChurchCopeland Assembly of God

Copeland Assembly of God Church

Copeland Church of GodCortelyou Baptist Church

County Line Missionary Baptist ChurchDearmon Church

Deer Park Methodist ChurchDouble Branch Assembly of God Church

Ebenezer Methodist ChurchEpworth United Methodist ChurchEpworth United Methodist Church

Escatawpa Baptist ChurchFairhope Baptist Church

Faith Church of the NazareneFamily Life Community Church

First Baptist Church of LeroyFlat Branch Assembly of God Church

Four Points Baptist ChurchFrankville Church

Friendship Baptist ChurchFriendship Church

Friendship Missionary Baptist ChurchFruitdale Baptist Church

Happy Gospel ChurchHawthorn Road Church

Hill Spring Baptist ChurchHobson Assembly of God ChurchHobson Assembly of God Church

Howard Town Baptist ChurchHowardtown Baptist Church

Independent Community ChurchJames Chapel Baptist Church

King Chapel ChurchKnight’s Chapel Baptist Church

Lang’s Chapel African Methodist Espiscopal Zion Church

Laton Hill Baptist ChurchLeroy Baptist Church

Leroy ChurchLewis Grove Missionary Baptist Church

Liberty Baptist ChurchLiberty Baptist Church

Little Bethele Baptist ChurchLittle Sunflower Baptist Church

Magnolia ChurchMcIntosh Baptist Church

McIntosh Church of God PentecostalMidway Assembly of God

Millry Baptist ChurchMillry Church of the Nazarene

Millry Church-God House PrayerNew Hope Ame Church

New Testament TabernacleOdom Sarah

Reynolds Holiness ChurchSand Ridge Church of GodSand Ridge Church of GodSpring Bank Baptist ChurchSpring Hill Baptist Church

Religious Organizations

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Utility NumbersElectricityCWEMCAddress: P.O. Box 398, Jackson, AL 36545Phone: (251) 246-9081 (251) 847-3280Web: www.cwemc.com

GasSouth Alabama GasAddress: P.O. Box 527, Chatom, AL 36518Phone: (251)847-3280Web: www.southalabamagas.org

CommunicationMillry Communications, Inc.Address: P.O.Box 561, Millry, AL 36558Phone: (251) 847-2911Web: www.millry.net

Solid WasteSolid Waste DepartmentAddress: 401 Court Street Chatom, ALPhone: (251) 847-2642

Water & SewerChatom Town HallAddress: 27 Cochran Avenue, Chatom, AL 26518Phone: (251) 847-2580

McIntosh Water DepartmentAddress: 107 2nd Avenue, McIntosh, ALPhone: (251) 944-2083

Millry City HallAddress: 107 2nd Avenue, Millry, ALPhone: (251) 846-2698

Washington County Water AuthorityAddress: 45 Court St, Chatom, AL 36518Phone: (251) 847-6654Hours: Monday - Friday8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Satellite ServicesDirect TVNew Customer: (800) 783-1376

Existing Customer: (800)-531-5000Dish NetworkPhone: (866) 642-0799

Cellular ServicesAT&T WirelessPhone: (866)732-2468

Southwest CommunicationsAddress: 34 Jefferson Street, Chatom, AL 36518Phone: (251) 847-6220

ClosingPresently, most economic development in

Washington County has occurred on Highway 43, on the east side of the county, due to the river

system, rail system and the better highway system. Transportation is a great expense and companies tend to develop where they can transport their product the cheapest.

We are fortunate to have the chemical plants, the power plant system and the steel mill in our area. Tae and Lyle returned to our are last year at their previous site in McIntosh and gave the county approximately 80 jobs.Previous employees filled 50% of the jobs with other 50% being filled by new employees.

The town of Chatom is working to develop a new industry that would be a spin-off from the steel mill and could possibly employ up to 40 people. For our area that would be tremendous. These employees could be people who previously held jobs in the sewing factories and at the present are unemployed. Our county has an abundance on timber and I would love to see an industry come to our area that could utilize this resource. So many people work in this industry and travel from county to county with this product. I think we have a “diamond in the rough” with our timber.

Infrastructure is the key to economic development. You must have a good transportation system, along with a good public utility system in order to attract businesses. Also, education plays a major role. Our education system must graduate a product that is conducive to the businesses preparing to develop in our area. The community, county and town must be willing to work with the industry to promote any economic development. Our governor has pledged to hep rural Alabama bring industry. He realizes rural areas need jobs as much as urban areas do. Washington County is fortunate to have received $10.5 million in ATRIP funding to improve our roads and bridges. This will go along way to improve economic developement through infrastructure.

As you as see, I believe a collaborative approach is the key to promote economic development.

— Alabama State Representative Elaine Beech

The biggest asset of the Washington County Economic Development Initiative is the county it promotes. The approach should begin with Washington County

simply being Washington County. We don’t need to try to be Mobile County anymore than we need to try to be Madison County. All we need to do is simple - be Washington County and be proud of it! The perception that Washington County will portray to industry prospects will be one they cannot say no to.

Austin’s leadership coupled with the new addition of the Marketing program at The University of Alabama leaves me with no doubt - Washington County’s future is bright!

— Alabama State Sentator Marc Keahey

Ala. State Rep. Elaine Beech Ala. State Senator Marc Keahey

Located in the heart of southwest Alabama and directly north of the city of Mobile, Washington County offers exceptional opportunities for anyone. In our

county we are home to worldwide companies such as BASF Corporation. Other companies that reside here include Olin Corporation, Tate & Lyle, producer of Splenda ®, and PowerSouth. To learn more about our industries, please visit www.washingtoncountyedi.org.

Though we are connected internationally, we also have rich connections statewide and locally. When you visit the area, you will have the opportunity to experience the rich historical background of county with St. Stephens, the first territorial capital of Alabama. If you prefer a more relaxed visit, you can readily fish at the Washington County Lake or the Chatom Community Lake or you enjoy in a nice trip down the Tennessee-Tombigbee River in a canoe. Additionally, several private hunting and fishing opportunities exist in our area. If you get hungry while visiting, you can experience some of our homemade wholesome goodness at local restaurants located throughout the county. A county rich in history and a place known for its southern hospitality and exceptional business environment, Washington County is sure to be the place to visit, work, and play.

— Austin Monk, Washington County Economic Development Initiative Director

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