Appointment of John Young as Chair of Marshall County Commission

Governor Kay Ivy announced on Thursday that John Young has been appointed to chair the Marshall County Commission.

“John Young, who has lived in Marshall County for 50 years, is well-regarded by both local officials and residents because of his extensive experience in civil service,” Ivy commented. “His background is quite diverse, ranging from running a software development company to key roles in the Marshall County District Attorney’s Office and the Sheriff’s Office.”

This appointment comes after the passing of Chairman David Reed on June 19, 2025, leaving a vacancy that Young will now fill.

Expressing gratitude, Young said, “I appreciate all the supporters who reached out to me. It’s truly an honor to be asked to fill in this role following Chairman Reed’s death. I’ve spent a lot of time in Marshall County, and it’s a wonderful place to raise a family. My thanks go out to Governor Ivy and everyone involved in this process.”

Young began his career as a patrol officer with the Albertville Police Department in 1978 before moving on to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office. After leaving the Sheriff’s Office in 1984, he took a position at Sweda International/Innovax Concepts Corporation, eventually becoming president of the software company. He returned to Marshall County in 1994, spending three decades in various roles within the District Attorney’s Office, including child abuse investigator, drug task force commander, and lead investigator. Additionally, he held leadership roles in the Alabama District Attorney Investigation Association and helped establish multiple crime victim services organizations in Marshall County. In 2024, he was named “Citizen of the Year” by the Grantersville Chamber of Commerce.

Young resides in Langston, Marshall County, with his wife, Karen.

His appointment is effective immediately.