Clay King, Samson Mayor
Samson, we grow friendly people
The rich and varied history of Samson includes the story of the town motto, which has changed three times since the town was founded.
During the Depression, the T.S. Faulk and Company Store in downtown Samson, bought a boxcar load of snuff. The boxcar sat for an extended period of time at the town depot, thus earning Samson the nickmane of Snuff City, U.S.A.
Several civic groups who were disenchanted with the Snuff City nickname, decided to plant all roads leading into Samson with massive beds of red roses. With the planting of the rose beds, they hoped the new slogan "City of a Million Roses", would take hold. However, as the roses gradually disappeared, the old slogan resurfaced.
In more recent times the town has adopted a new slogan, "Samson...We Grow Friendly People." This phrase seems to genuinely capture the hospitality and warmth of the Town's 2,300 residents.
Along with a relaxed and friendly lifestyle, Samson offers something of interest for everyone. Recreational opportunities abound at nearby major fishing and hunting areas. The largest Alabama State Forest is less than five miles away.
Camp Victory, just outside of Samson, is a camp with excellent facilities which helps campers develop spiritually, socially and physically.
Friendly people, a quiet atmosphere, and a commitment to preserving the past all make Samson one of Alabama's best surprises. Samson is located in the western end of Geneva County.
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Samson City Government
| Mayor | Clay King | |
| City Clerk | Hazel McGowan | 334-898-7541 |
| District 1 Commissioner | Lavonne Stromenger | |
| District 2 Commissioner | Jeanetta Hobdy | |
| District 3 Commissioner | Melissa Stinson | |
| District 4 Commissioner | Michael Miller | |
| District 5 Commissioner | Roger Baine | |
| Police Department | Gary Weeks, Chief | 334-898-7118 |
| Fire Department | | 334-898-2990 |
| Rescue Squad | | 334-898-1153 |
| Community Center | | 334-898-7541 |
| Senior Citizens Center | | 334-898-2163 |
| Public Library | Pat Alford, Director | 334-898-7806 |
| Magistrate’s Office | | 334-898-7154 |
| Geneva Co. RSVP | | 334-898-9796 |
| Samson Housing Authority | | 334-898-7152 |
| Samson Group Home | | 334-898-7423 |
| Samson High School | Danny Branch, Principal | 334-898-2371 |
| Samson Elementary | Steve Benton, Principal | 334-898-2132 |