Irondale Police Department

04/06/2026

01/20/2026

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — a leader whose courage, faith, and commitment to justice helped change the course of history. Dr. King reminded us that equality and compassion are powerful forces for lasting change. As we reflect on his words and actions, may we continue striving to serve others, stand up for what is right, and build stronger, more united communities.

01/14/2026

💙🚓 Mayor of Irondale James D. Stewart, Jr. was proud to host a Police Appreciation Breakfast Meeting to honor the dedicated men and women of the Irondale Police Department. Over a delicious meal from Golden Rule BBQ & Grill, the Mayor shared exciting updates—including a 19% reduction in crime, a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment to police pay rates, and plans for a new Public Safety Building.

The Mayor also highlighted the department’s new opportunity under the leadership of Paul Kellogg, as we continue working together to keep Irondale safe and strong.

01/09/2026

Today we want to say thank you to the dedicated officers of the Irondale Police Department and to all Law Enforcement Officers everywhere.

Your service, commitment, and sacrifice help keep our community safe every day. We appreciate all that you do—today and always.

01/07/2026

💙🖤 Today, our community came together in solemn remembrance and deep gratitude to honor Lieutenant Mark Alan Meadows. On his Remembrance Day, we reflected on a life defined by courage, quiet leadership, and unwavering service to Irondale and our nation.

🇺🇸From the memorial display and proclamation to the moments of prayer and reflection, today was a powerful reminder that Lt. Meadows’ legacy lives on through the lives he protected, mentored, and inspired. He will forever be remembered and forever honored.

01/06/2026

✨ The very first episode of The Mayor’s Desk podcast kicks off LIVE tomorrow, January 7th!

Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. will be joined by Chief Paul Kellogg for a fun, informal inaugural conversation that sets the tone for open dialogue and a new way to stay connected to what’s happening in our city.

They’ll talk about updates within the Irondale Police Department, recap highlights from the most recent City Council meeting, and share exciting news about the Boys & Girls Club coming to the City of Irondale.

🗓 January 7, 2026
⏰ 12:30 P.M.
📍 Streaming LIVE on Facebook and YouTube @ City of Irondale

01/06/2026

🇺🇸 Tomorrow, January 6th, we pause as a community to honor and remember Lieutenant Mark Alan Meadows—a devoted public servant, Army Ranger, mentor, and protector who faithfully served the City of Irondale for more than 30 years.

On his Remembrance Day, we invite citizens to visit Irondale City Hall, where Lt. Meadows’ patrol vehicle sits as a memorial, and to join us as Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. presents a proclamation during the City Council meeting, with a special memorial display in the Council Chambers.

Lieutenant Meadows lost his life in service to his community. His legacy of courage, kindness, and love for Irondale will never be forgotten. 💙🖤

12/18/2025

🚨 SCAM ALERT – AI Voice Cloning Targeting Parents 🚨
The Vestavia Hills Police Department wants to warn our community about a disturbing new scam. Criminals are now using artificial intelligence (AI) to clone voices, including those of children, to make fake emergency calls to parents and guardians.
Here’s how it works:

Scammers gather audio clips of your child’s voice from social media or other sources.
They use AI to create a convincing imitation.
You receive a call claiming your child is in danger or needs urgent help, often demanding money immediately.

What you should do:
✅ Stay calm and verify the situation before acting.
✅ Hang up and call your child or their school directly.
✅ Never send money or share personal information under pressure.
✅ Report suspicious calls to VHPD immediately.
Please share this post to help protect others. Awareness is our best defense against these evolving scams.
If you have questions or need to report an incident, contact us at (205) 978-0139.
Stay safe, Vestavia Hills!