Traffic & Safety

Traffic Division Commander Phone:
(256) 341-4640

Maintenance of traffic lights in Decatur is done by contract with Temple Electric Company. Traffic lights that are malfunctioning or not operating properly should be reported to the Traffic Division of the Decatur Police Department. Any major repairs or replacement of lights will be approved by the Traffic Division of the Police Department through the Mayor’s Office.

Traffic & Street Problem Report Form

Contact Personnel:
Capt. Jeff Clem 
(256) 341-4667

Requests are made through this office. Additional lights are not placed in alleys. Established policy is one on the end of each block or intersection; except when blocks are extremely long or where there is a curve obstruction. Requests are assigned to Capt. Jeff Clem, who investigates the need and possibility of installation with a representative of the Decatur Utilities, Electric Department or Joe Wheeler Co-op. A form is received from the Electric Department or Joe Wheeler requesting approval of the street light and is executed by the Mayor.

Phone Number:
(256) 341-4640

The City of Decatur Police Department patrols the area within the police jurisdiction, as well as investigates complaints in the police jurisdiction. The Police Department maintains records of man-hours spent in patrolling the area within the Decatur police jurisdiction.

Phone Number:
(256) 341-4640

The Decatur Police Department investigates all traffic accidents that occur within the city. The Police Department also investigates traffic accidents in the police jurisdiction that do not occur on a public road. Accidents that do occur in the police jurisdiction and on a public road are investigated by the Alabama State Troopers.

Phone Number:
(256) 341-4640

Persons requesting that traffic lights or traffic signs be placed at street intersections must contact the Traffic Division of the Decatur Police Department. A study will be completed concerning the request to determine if a traffic light or traffic sign is needed. This is only done on request concerning city right-of-way. Requests concerning State or Federal right-of-way contact the State Highway Department.