Billy S. Shoemaker, Mayor

Billy S. Shoemaker was elected as Mayor of the City of Tuscumbia in August of 2004 and began his term in October. He was re-elected in October of 2008 for a second term.

He attended Florence State College and The University of Alabama where he studied civil engineering.  Bill began working for the Alabama Highway Department in the year 1953 as an engineer assistant.  From 1980 through 1996, Bill supervised all highway operations in the six northwest counties. Alabama Highway Department presented numerous commendations and awards to him for his accomplishments.  He retired as Division Engineer in the year of 1996 with forty years of service.  Bill is currently the owner and operator of a surveying firm located in Tuscumbia. 

Bill is involved in community and civic organizations, and has served on numerous boards including the United Way of the Shoals, Shoals Chamber of Commerce, Tuscumbia Housing Authority and the Kiwanis Club. 

He is married to Pat Johnston Shoemaker and they have two daughters, Suzanne and Shannon, and one granddaughter, Rebekah. They are members of First United Methodist Church of Tuscumbia where he serves on the official board.

You may contact Mayor Shoemaker by calling (256) 383-5463 extension 11, or email by clicking here.