Nita Tolliver

Nita Tolliver was elected to the Scottsboro City Council to Place 2 in August 2020 and re-elected in August 2024.

Born and raised in Scottsboro, Tolliver’s roots run deep in the community she proudly serves. Her family has called Scottsboro home for generations, where they value faith, family, self, and community. She is married to Kevin Tolliver, and they have two children, Jessica Willis and Tavaras Tolliver, as well as three grandchildren. Tolliver is a member of Shiloh Primitive Baptist Church in Hollywood.

A 1992 graduate of Scottsboro High School, Tolliver continued her education at Northeast Alabama Community College, earning an Associate in Science degree. She has been employed with the Scottsboro City Board of Education since 2003, where she also serves in various leadership roles and committees. She is a proud member of Delta Kappa Gamma, the Society for Key Women Educators.

Tolliver is actively involved in the community through her service on the Scottsboro Downtown Redevelopment Authority Board and as a member and volunteer with Main Street Scottsboro. She also works at Caldwell Elementary’s computer lab and serves as an assistant coach for the Scottsboro Lady Wildcats basketball team, where she mentors young athletes and helps them grow both on and off the court.

Dedicated to the continued growth of her hometown, Tolliver believes in creating opportunities for people of all ages to connect and thrive. She is passionate about showcasing the best of Scottsboro and fostering an environment where families can build lasting roots.

“As your council member, my main priority is to serve the citizens of Scottsboro with honesty and respect,” Tolliver said. “I am eager for the opportunity to continue serving and delivering wins for the City of Scottsboro. I believe deeply in the people of our city and am galvanized by the opportunity to empower and embrace our community.”