HJR10 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Kerry Rich
Republican
Session: Second Special Session 2015
Title: Lakeshore Island, in Guntersville on U.S. 431, designated
Summary: Alabama designates an unnamed Guntersville island on U.S. 431 as 'Lakeshore Island' and calls for signs identifying it.
What This Bill Does
Designates the island in the City of Guntersville, north of the peninsula connected by the Veteran's Bridge on U.S. 431, as 'Lakeshore Island.' It directs the appropriate authorities to erect signs and markers identifying Lakeshore Island. The designation reflects agreement among the City of Guntersville, Marshall County Commission, and the Guntersville Historical Society and aligns with a request from the State Department of Transportation before signage is placed.

Who It Affects
Residents of the island, who advocated for naming the area 'Lakeshore Island' and will see official recognition and signage.
Local government and organizations – the City of Guntersville, Marshall County Commission, and the Guntersville Historical Society – who supported the designation.
Alabama Department of Transportation, which would place and maintain signs and markers for the island.

Key Provisions
Designates the unnamed island in Guntersville north of the peninsula connected by the Veteran's Bridge on U.S. 431 as 'Lakeshore Island.'
Requires the appropriate authorities to erect signs and markers identifying Lakeshore Island.
Notes local support from the City of Guntersville, Marshall County Commission, and the Guntersville Historical Society, and reflects the DOT's request to designate the island before signage is installed.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Designation