It is with deep sadness that the City of Tuscaloosa announces the passing of City Council President Kip Tyner. Councilor Tyner died on Friday, September 18, at the age of 70.
First elected as District 5 City Councilor in 1997, Councilor Tyner was serving his seventh consecutive term on the City Council, and his second as Council President. Throughout his decades of service, Councilor Tyner worked tirelessly to advance the Alberta community, championing transformational initiatives such as the recruitment of SWJ Technology, the development of the Tuscaloosa Tennis Center, improvements along Juanita Drive and major enhancements through the University Boulevard East Improvements Project.
Councilor Tyner was also a lifelong advocate for animal welfare, including serving as Chair of the Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter Advisory Committee.
Councilor Tyner was a Tuscaloosa native and a graduate of Tuscaloosa High School and the University of Alabama, where he earned a degree in Journalism.
Mayor Walt Maddox has ordered City flags to be lowered to half-mast in honor of Councilor Tyner. Memorial arrangements will be shared soon.