This bill amends Section 45-28-121 of the Code of Alabama 1975, specifically regarding the structure and membership of the personnel board in Etowah County. The bill establishes a personnel department responsible for managing employees in the classified service and outlines the composition of the personnel board, which will consist of five members. The amendments include the deletion of previous appointment terms and the introduction of new terms for board members, with specific expiration dates for each appointee. For instance, one member will be appointed by the judge of probate with a term expiring on September 30, 2028, while another will be appointed by the county commission upon the recommendation of the county engineer, expiring on September 30, 2030.

Additionally, the bill specifies that subsequent terms for board members will last four years, beginning on October 1. It also clarifies eligibility requirements for board members, stating that they must be qualified electors of the county and cannot hold any salaried public office or employment with the county during or for one year after their term. The bill also sets compensation for board members, with a per diem of $60 for regular meetings and $75 for the chair, with monthly limits on total compensation. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.