Tim Kent

Born and raised in Snead, Alabama, our mayor is a proud lifelong member of the community. He graduated from Susan Moore High School in 1977 and began a long career in law enforcement that same year. During his career, he served with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department and with the Blount County Sheriff’s Department, where he retired in 2024. He also served as Chief of the Snead Police Department from 1996 to 2005. His commitment to public service extends beyond law enforcement, having served two terms on the Snead Town Council and three terms as Mayor. Throughout his many years of service, he has had the opportunity to watch Snead grow and change while maintaining the close-knit spirit that makes the community special. He believes Snead is home to some of the best people in the world and considers it a privilege to have served the town and its residents throughout the years.