Bluff Park, Alabama - Council Members Invitation Letter

Ben Shelton's Invitation Letters to Council Members

On August 28, 2006, Ben Shelton wrote a letter to each council member inviting them to the meeting on Sept. 12. Here is a sample of the letter that each member received:

August 28, 2006

Gary Ivey
Councilman
100 Municipal Drive
Hoover, Alabama 35216

Dear Councilman Ivey:

I hope this letter finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to offer you an invitation to a community meeting.

The residents of Bluff Park and its neighborhood association have organized a community “summit” to discuss their concerns regarding crime in the Bluff Park community. To that end, we have been in touch with Chief Derzis’ office and he has personally advised he would be pleased to offer representation at the meeting. Below are the details as they related to time and location:

Bluff Park Community Meeting

September 12, 2006

7:00PM

Bluff Park Community School Cafeteria
569 Park Avenue
We would sincerely appreciate your attendance. I would offer that I fully intend this meeting to a productive exchange of ideas. I am available to discuss with you further in advance of the meeting if you desire. Please feel to reach me via cell phone at 256-509-4786.
Likewise, if you’re unable to attend, we appreciate your response to the invitation to ensure we account for your concern.
Thanks in advance for your consideration. I look forward to meeting you.
Sincerely,

Ben Shelton