Quotes by Jean T. Martin

“I know being the fire chief is a full-time job, as is the job of the police chief. Theyre in and out of the office, and theyre on call all the time. Doing that or being the person thats responsible for keeping the streets clean in Selma every day wouldnt always be a fun job.”

“The position of city attorney is a full-time position in Selma. But he is not an elected official. He is appointed by the mayor (James Perkins Jr.).”

“When the mayor was elected, the administrative assistant was a position he requested be added. Because he was the first black mayor in Selma - something that got attention worldwide - he felt he needed someone skilled in administrative work. If you go into his office, hes rarely ever sitting there by himself. Calls came in all the time requesting him to speak and still do.”

“I think this is wonderful for the city that the community center is here to help people.”