City of Winfield
 

History and Public Information

 

History

Winfield is a small city situated in Northwest Alabama some 30 miles from the Mississippi State line. It lies in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountain range which stretches from deep south all the way to Maine. This area has an interesting history. Long before the earliest settlers arrived, Indian tribes hunted in the forest and fished in the streams and along and around Winfield. The town was originally called Needmore, but when it was incorporated in about 1897, the name was changed to Winfield in honor of General Winfield Scott. This area was once the Chickasaw Indian domain. Although there were no Indian settlements within the county, several sites were maintained as hunting camps. The strong and independent spirit of the people is the foremost attribute, with heritage gained from the Indians that settled the area. Patriotism runs deep in this southern community with the people being proud Americans. Today, Winfield offers many of the advantages of a larger city, while providing the special touches of small town living. We have it all: one of the best public education systems in the entire state, excellent health care, lovely and affordable homes denominational churches, small businesses, a strong and expanding industrial base, good restaurants, progressive city government and recreational activities.

 

 Our Community Profile

 

Location: Marion County
  • 75 miles west of Birmingham
  • 60 miles north of Tuscaloosa
  • 40 miles east of Mississippi

Population: 

  • 1980       3,781
  • 1990       4,050
  • 2000       4,580
  • 2005       4,850

Average Household Size    2.5

Average Household Income   $36,661

Average Home Value    $59,222

Population By Race

  • Caucasian 94.6%
  • African-American 5.1%
  • Other .5%

Average Age of Population 39.2

Winfield's Employers

  • Continental Conveyor Co. 350
  • Buccaneer Homes 150
  • N. W. Med. Center 300
  • Performance Fibers 120
  • Beverly Health Care 120
  • King Kutter, Inc. 170
  • Winfield Rubber 42
  • Bunkhouse Conversions 50
  • Marion Molding 15
  • M & M Timber  25
 Winfield City Schools (1999 enrollment)
  • Elementary K - 5 611 students
  • Middle School 322 students
  • High School 421 students

 

Average Daily Traffic on Major Roadways
  • U. S. Highway 78       5,500 Vehicles
  • U. S. Highway 43       6,000 Vehicles
  • I-22 {Corridor X}       10,000 Vehicles

Local Media
  • Journal Record
  • Published Wednesdays & Saturdays
  • Radio Station - WKXM (FM - AM)
  • Cable Channel 8

 

Annual Mule Day Festival
  • 4th Saturday in September

 

Climate

  • Average Temperature 60°
  • Average Annual Rainfall 57 in.
  • Altitude Above Sea Level 547 ft.

 

 

WINFIELD GOVERNMENT

 

Winfield has a Mayor and City Council type government structure. The City Council is made up of five members elected by the citizens for four year terms. The Mayor is elected at large for a four-year term. These officials, who serve in a part time capacity are responsible for the day to day operations & management of the city and control of all city funds. Public safety, road paving, public works, parks & recreation, economic development, community planning, infrastructure & public education are just a few of the issues Winfield government focuses on a daily basis.

City Council meets the first and third Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. in Winfield City Hall. The public is encouraged to attend. Community meetings are held throughout the month. For more information call 487-4337.

 

The Winfield City Council
Mayor William R. West
Mayor Pro Tem, Councilman Bob Earnest
Councilman Scot Nelson
Councilman Gloria Stovall
Councilman Randy Brown
Councilman Max Brasher

 

 

CITY OF WINFIELD BOARDS

 

 

 

Garbage Services

 

Garbage service is provided by the City and billed to the citizens of Winfield on a monthly basis. Garbage collection days are Monday-Friday as shown in the schedule below. A map of these areas is also shown below the schedule. 

 

Monday North of Highway 78 & West of Highway 253
Tuesday North of Highway 78, between Highways 129 and 253
Wednesday South of Highway 78 & West of Highway 253
Thursday South of Highway 78 & East of Highway 253
Friday North of Highway 78 & East of Highway 129

 

Winfield's Garbage Pick-Up Schedule

 

The City of Winfield has made available a large dumpster which can be located behind the Christian Center For Concern and directly below the City Garage. Permits to dump into this container can be purchased at City Hall with the fee schedule being set at:

The dumpster is not for commercial use and household garbage is not allowed. 

 

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