Established as a state agency in 1924, the
mission of the Alabama Forestry Commission
is three-fold: to Protect the Forests from
all harmful agents; to Service and Help
Landowners to carry out responsible forest
management on their property, using
professional technical assistance so as to
benefit themselves, their land and society;
and to Educate the General Public about the
value of our forests in insuring both a
healthy economy and environment. We do this
in the most efficient and cost effective way
possible.
The Forestry Commission is governed by a seven member Board of
Commissioners appointed by the Governor of Alabama.
| Commissioner |
City |
Term Began |
Term Expires |
| Jerry M. Smith - Chairman |
Vernon, AL |
3/15/2006 |
11/5/2010 |
| Melisa Love - Vice Chairman |
Opelika, AL |
11/5/2006 |
11/5/2011 |
| Jett Freeman |
Spanish Fort, AL |
11/5/2004 |
11/5/2009 |
| Randall Gilmore |
McCalla, AL |
11/5/2006 |
11/5/2011 |
| Don Heath |
Hoover, AL |
11/5/2008 |
11/5/2013 |
| Johnny McReyonld |
Russellville, AL |
11/5/2008 |
11/5/2013 |
| Kenneth Real |
Detroit, AL |
3/15/2006 |
11/5/2010 |
Core
Values
Teamwork
We share responsibility and ownership of our decisions and actions, and
trust
one another in making shared decisions as a team through honest and open
communications.
Excellence
We will provide the highest standards of quality in everything we do.
Integrity
We insist on an organizational environment consistently based upon the
highest
ethical standards.
Respect
We will show appreciation and high regard for our associates, partners and
customers.
Mission Statement
We will serve Alabama by protecting and
sustaining our forest resources using professionally applied stewardship
principles and education. We will ensure Alabama’s forests contribute to
abundant timber and wildlife, clean air and water, and a healthy economy.
Vision Statement
Making Alabama better for people by ensuring
healthy, productive forests for future generations.
The
Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) prohibits
discrimination in all of its programs and
activities on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, religion, age,
disability, political beliefs, sexual
orientation, or marital or family status.
The AFC is an equal opportunity provider and
employer.
If you believe you have been discriminated
against by AFC, you may file a complaint by
calling toll-free at
(866) 632-9992 or by writing to:
US Department of Agriculture
Director, Office of Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20250