SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS
RESTAURANTS & RETAIL
JACK'S
BARRIGAS
BOSS HOG'S
CHILL BBQ & THANGS
SOUTHERN BELL SALADS TO GO
HUMBLE BEGINNINGS BAKERY
SWEET T'S
PIZZA (SPRINT MART)
HUNTS BROTHERS PIZZA (FRIDAY MART)
REFORM FISH & WINGS (MARATHON GAS STATION)
MK BEAUTY WORLD
BIG BOY TOYS & GUNS
FLOWER GIRL FLORIST
HAMNER HILL LLC
HOLD'EM HOOK (PRODUCE & BAIT)
CARQUEST OF REFORM
H&W APOTHECARY
ASHMORE'S
DOLLAR GENERAL MARKET
FAMILY DOLLAR/DOLLAR TREE
SOUTHERN SUPPLY GROUP LLC
JA SAN CARPET DIST CO INC
AUTO ZONE
H&M
MORE RETAIL WILL BE LISTED SOON....
City of Reform
"REFORM" IN PICKENS COUNTY, ALABAMA
Possessing one of the most unusual names in United States, REFORM has caused many people to wonder about its origin. Between 1803 and 1812, there was only a rawhide settlement of a few shanties and a saloon that drew a rowdy, mostly male population who emigrated from South Carolina in search of a less law-enforced environment.
Then along came Lorenzo "Crazy" Dow, an eccentric Methodist missionary, who attempted to hold a revival . He met with no encouragement from these early settler who were not very religious meeting in disgust, saddled his horse, mounted it, and was riding away when one of the men shouted to him, "Parson, we haven't a name for our town. What would you suggest?" Showing an aversion for the entire group, Dow replied, "Call it REFORM! Brethren, call it REFORM!" The name REFORM stuck, but it was not actually used in print until 1842 in one of the first newspapers. Newspapers during the time in rural areas usually reprinted news from larger urban areas so that only very little local news was given.
REFORM was incorporated in 1898, the same year that the first railroad came through town. In 1912, reports say that 54 whistles blew in town or near town daily, attesting to the importance of the lumber business in the area. Corn and later, cotton, continued as major agriculture products until after World War II, but our forests have probably been the most influential natural resource to the area.
Our Administrative Team
At City Hall in City of Reform, we are proud to have a team of dedicated individuals who are passionate about what they do. Our team is committed to providing our residents and business owners with the highest level of service and support.
REMINDER!!!
ATTENTION: WATER DISCONNECTS
Water Bills will be due on Monday, April 15, 2025, and disconnects will start on Monday, April 22, 2025. You can pay online by clicking on Water Department & Pay Your Bill Online. Auto Payment is now an option you can choose to do online.
Please be aware that if you are on the disconnect list you will be charged a $50.00 reconnect fee + your remaining account balance. If you end up on the disconnect list more than once you will then have a $100.00 reconnect fee + your remaining account balance. We NO longer do same day reconnects so once you pay the fee and account balance you will be reconnected on the following business day. We highly encourage you to pay your bill by the due date and no later than the 20th of the month to help prevent being disconnected and charged a reconnect fee.
Contact Us
Better yet, see us in person!
We love our city, residents & business owners so feel free to visit during normal business hours.
City of Reform
104 3rd Ave SE, Reform, AL 35481
205-375-6363 Water Clerk - Water Billing, Leaks Court Magistrate - Tickets, Court City Clerk - Zoning, Sale's Tax, Building Permits, Election, Accounts Payable, Business License Street - Garbage, Street
Hours
Open today | 08:00 am – 04:00 pm |
