William Parker, President Pro Tempore, District 4
Birmingham City Council President Pro Tempore William Parker is Chair of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Committee and a member of the Administration/Education, Public Improvements and Beautification, and Utilities/Technology Committees.
The Talladega College graduate has deep political roots. He worked as a legislative assistant to former U.S. Representative Earl Hilliard, D-Birmingham, before being elected to the State Legislature. During his tenure he served a large portion of Council District 4.
The Birmingham City Council appointed Council President Pro Tempore William Parker to fill his late mother’s term on November 26, 2013. Council President Maxine Herring Parker passed away on November 12, 2013. Council President Pro Tempore William Parker has vowed to continue her work.
Comprised of nine members, the Birmingham City Council is the legislative branch of Birmingham city government as defined by the Mayor-Council Act of the State of Alabama. All official actions must be approved by a majority vote of the Council during its regular meeting at 9:30 each Tuesday morning.
For more information concerning Council President Pro Tempore William Parker or to discuss scheduling arrangements, call 205.254.2464 or email william.parker@birminghamal.gov.