Foley public meetings in 2021

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board unanimously approved a resolution to convey property owned by the board to the City of Foley. The board also approved the minutes from its August 24, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution 21-0003-IDB to convey IDB property to City of Foley (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 24, 2021 IDB meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will review several ordinances and resolutions, including zoning amendments and street name approvals. The agenda also includes proposals for a new Public Works Facility Complex and the purchase of three garbage trucks. Additionally, the council will consider fire department equipment and professional service contracts.

• Proposal for EDT-THA Architecture, LLC to design a new Public Works Facility Complex
• Purchase of three 2022 Front Loader Garbage Trucks for commercial sanitation
• Ordinance approving street names for private driveways near Aaronville
• Purchase of hydraulic rescue tools for the Foley Fire Department
• Authorization for the city to join the State of Alabama in the Endo settlement

The Foley City Council approved a series of resolutions, including joining the Alabama opioid settlement with Endo, which could bring the city about $33,000. They also approved a fourth polling location, a hazard mitigation grant application for generators and fire station repairs, and several other items. The zoning ordinance amendment was carried over to the next meeting.

• Approved ordinance for street names for private driveways (unanimous)
• Carried over zoning ordinance amendments to Jan 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended ABC license transfer for Scuttlebutt Pub (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted resolution for fourth polling location (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to apply for Hazard Mitigation Grant (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to join Endo opioid settlement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three garbage trucks (unanimous)
• Approved facade grant for Bougie Bama (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on rezoning requests for an RV park and a townhouse district. The agenda also includes ordinances for street name approvals and weed abatement orders. Additionally, the council will consider resolutions regarding drainage improvements and equipment purchases.

• Rezoning 38.64 +/- acres owned by R.W. and Dolores Teem to a townhouse district
• Rezoning 3 +/- acres owned by Richard Lord Jr. to an RV Park District
• Approval of the street name 'Tanger Way' for an existing right-of-way
• Purchase of two John Deere Gators for Foley Recreation
• Budget increase for Revenue Department funds to purchase an electric vehicle

The City Council unanimously approved two rezoning ordinances: one allowing Richard Lord Jr.'s 3-acre property to become an RV park, and another allowing R.W. and Deloris Teem's 38.64-acre property to become a residential townhouse district. The Council also approved a street name (Tanger Way), rescheduled meeting dates for holidays, and authorized numerous purchases and projects, including a Savage Bullet Trap for the police, a $50,000 grant for barricades, an electric vehicle, two John Deere Gators, and two drainage improvement projects. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved rezoning of Richard Lord Jr.'s 3-acre property from B-3 to RV Park District (Ordinance 21-2036-ORD).
• Approved rezoning of R.W. and Deloris Teem's 38.64-acre property from AO/R-1D to TH-1 Townhouse District (Ordinance 21-2037-ORD).
• Approved street name 'Tanger Way' for an existing right-of-way (Ordinance 21-2038-ORD).
• Approved resolution rescheduling council meeting dates due to holidays and conferences (Resolution 21-1449-RES).
• Approved purchase of a Savage Bullet Trap and transfer of funds (Resolution 21-1450-RES).
• Approved accepting a $50,000 Homeland Security grant for strongwall barricades (Resolution 21-1452-RES).
• Approved budget transfer for Christmas decoration overtime (Resolution 21-1454-RES).
• Approved drainage improvements from S. Chestnut to Pilgrim and west of Cedar/south of Michigan (Resolutions 21-1458-RES and 21-1459-RES).

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution regarding a cost of living adjustment for employees effective January 2022. The agenda also includes items for new street name approvals, park facility improvements, and various equipment purchases. Additionally, the council will consider several business license applications.

• Resolution for a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) effective January 2022
• Ordinance approving 'Tanger Way' as a new street name
• Bidding process for a new comfort station in John B. Foley Park
• $5,000 budget increase from the Local Drug Fund account
• ABC licenses for Foley C Store and Pub at Glen Lakes

The Foley City Council approved a 3% cost of living adjustment for all permanent full-time and part-time employees, effective January 2022, after discussion where some members favored 3.5%. The council also appointed Pamela Monroe to the Housing Authority Board, approved a street name change to Tanger Way, and passed numerous resolutions including contracts, equipment purchases, and grants. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 3% COLA for all permanent employees (unanimous)
• Appointed Pamela Monroe to Housing Authority Board (unanimous)
• Approved street name Tanger Way for existing right-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved ABC license for Foley C Store (unanimous)
• Approved pre-approval of ABC license for Pub at Glen Lakes (unanimous)
• Accepted $17,582 IMLS grant for library digital services (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Symetra for reinsurance/stop loss (unanimous)
• Approved going to bid for new comfort station in John B. Foley Park (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will consider several zoning amendments, including regulations for portable billboards and converting properties to RV parks. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Sister Cities International Program and potential property annexations.

• Rezoning Janet Smith property from B-1A/R-4 to RV Park
• Ordinance amending zoning for portable billboards
• Annexation petitions for the Moses and Wachter families
• Purchase of a 4WD Crew Cab Hybrid Pickup for the Fire Department
• Intersection improvements at County Road 12 and Wolf Bay Drive

The Foley City Council held public hearings and unanimously approved ordinances to rezone properties for RV parks and townhomes, annex two properties, and amend the zoning ordinance for portable billboards. The council also approved resolutions for intersection improvements, police grants, equipment purchases, and fee waivers, among other items. All votes were unanimous except for a few with one abstention or nay vote.

• Adopted ordinance amending zoning for portable billboards (unanimous)
• Rezoned Janet Smith property from B-1A/R-4 to RV Park (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of property owned by Pamela and Anneas Moses Jr. (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of property owned by Wachter Family (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance conveying Engineering Building to South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved County Road 12 at Wolf Bay Drive intersection improvements (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved FBI Safe Streets Task Force overtime reimbursement agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant for 23 AEDs (4-1)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing regarding the annexation of property owned by Flowers 8, LLC into city limits. The agenda also includes discussions on the Miracle League Regional Complex Project and several resolutions for municipal equipment purchases.

• Public hearing for annexation of property owned by Flowers 8, LLC
• Purchase of a 2023 Custom Fire Pumper for the Foley Fire Department
• Professional services proposals for the New Library Expansion
• Resolution to purchase Southern Software's Mobile Data Information System (MDIS)
• Conveyance of real property to the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce

The Foley City Council held a public hearing and meeting on October 18, 2021, approving the first reading of an ordinance to annex property owned by Flowers 8, LLC, and an ordinance to convey city property to the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce. The council also adopted over 20 resolutions, including purchases for a fire pumper, library expansion services, and various equipment, as well as ABC license recommendations. A donation request for the Miracle League was deferred to a future meeting due to unanswered questions.

• Approved first reading of annexation ordinance for Flowers 8, LLC property (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance conveying property to South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce (4-0, Ebert abstained)
• Recommended ABC license for Chocolate and Cheese Festival (unanimous)
• Recommended ABC license for Popshelf Store 23579 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to purchase Southern Software's Mobile Data Information System (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to purchase 2023 Custom Fire Pumper for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution approving professional services for Library Expansion (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to transfer budgeted funds for Police Department (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding zoning changes and property annexations. The agenda also includes discussions on community sponsorships and municipal funding requests. Additionally, the council will review resolutions for vehicle purchases and infrastructure repairs.

• $2,444,226.00 bid for North Apron Hangars replacement at Foley Municipal Airport
• Rezoning South Baldwin Healthcare Authority property from PUD to PO
• Ordinance regarding portable billboards (first reading)
• Purchase of three 2023 chassis and bodies for ASL garbage trucks
• Annexation petitions for the Moses and Wachter families

The Foley City Council held public hearings and unanimously approved multiple items, including rezoning South Baldwin Healthcare Authority property to PO, first readings for a portable billboard ordinance, a rezoning for an RV park, and annexations for the Moses and Wachter properties. The council also approved a $2,444,226 bid for demolition and replacement of the North Apron Hangars at the Foley Municipal Airport, a change in pharmacy benefit managers projected to save about $230,000 annually, and numerous other resolutions. Several weed abatement resolutions were adopted, with one removed after the property was abated.

• Adopted ordinance rezoning South Baldwin Healthcare Authority property from PUD to PO (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of portable billboard zoning ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of rezoning Janet Smith property to RV Park (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of annexation for Moses property (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of annexation for Wachter Family property (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,444,226 bid from S.C. Stagner Contracting for airport hangar demo/replacement (unanimous)
• Approved change in pharmacy benefit managers to National CooperativeRx (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 sponsorship for Baldwin Heart Walk (unanimous)

City Council

The council will consider ordinances to annex properties owned by Lily Flowers Stewart, James A. Flowers, and Flowers 8, LLC into city limits. The agenda also includes the appointment of Executive Directors for Leisure Services and Public Safety. Other items include reviewing weed abatement costs and street light installation proposals.

• Ordinances for property annexations (Flowers and Stewart)
• Appointment of Executive Director of Leisure Services
• Appointment of Executive Director of Public Safety
• ABC license application for Ichiban Hibachi and Sushi at 2167 S McKenzie St
• Survey proposal from Engineering Design Group for Magnolia Gardens drainage

The Foley City Council held public hearings and unanimously approved annexation ordinances for properties owned by Lily Flowers Stewart, James A. Flowers, and Flowers 8, LLC (the latter on first reading). The council also approved a restaurant retail liquor license for Ichiban Hibachi and Sushi, and adopted numerous resolutions including appointments, fee waivers, weed abatement cost acceptances, a drainage survey, budget amendments, and a reciprocal clinic agreement with Fairhope. All votes were unanimous except for the appointment of Charles Ebert III to the Riviera Utilities board, where Ebert abstained.

• Approved annexation ordinance for property owned by Lily Flowers Stewart (Enactment 21-2027-ORD).
• Approved annexation ordinance for property owned by James A. Flowers (Enactment 21-2028-ORD).
• Approved annexation ordinance for property owned by Flowers 8, LLC on first reading (Enactment 21-2030-ORD).
• Recommended approval of ABC license for Ichiban Hibachi and Sushi at 2167 S McKenzie St.
• Adopted resolution modifying Personnel System Policy for appointed officials and benefits (21-1328-RES).
• Adopted resolution waiving fees for Heritage Park use by Foley United Methodist Church (21-1329-RES).
• Adopted resolutions accepting weed abatement costs for three properties and authorizing copies to Baldwin County Tax Collector (21-1330, 21-1331, 21-1332-RES).
• Adopted resolution appointing Charles Ebert III to Riviera Utilities board, with Ebert abstaining (21-1343-RES).

City Council

The Foley City Council will meet to discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds and consider adopting Fiscal Year 2022 budgets. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding police jurisdiction, property rezoning, and a lease agreement with Terra Trucking.

• Adoption of FY2022 Budgets
• Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Rezoning South Baldwin Health Care Authority property to PO district
• Modifications to commercial and residential sanitation collection fees
• Lease agreement for truck parking with Terra Trucking

The Foley City Council unanimously adopted the FY2022 budget and approved numerous resolutions, including contracts for debris removal and monitoring, a road resurfacing bid, and several ordinances. The council also discussed the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds, with the city having received approximately $1.5 million in two payments for eligible projects.

• Adopted FY2022 budget (unanimous)
• Approved annual resurfacing project bid (unanimous)
• Approved debris removal contract with D&J Enterprises (unanimous)
• Approved debris monitoring contract with Tetra Tech (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance leasing property to Terra Trucking (unanimous)
• Adopted police jurisdiction ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance consenting to property conveyance to Baldwin County Board of Education (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of South Baldwin Health Care Authority property to PO (unanimous)

Industrial Development Board

The Foley Industrial Development Board approved minutes from January 26, 2021, and unanimously adopted Resolution 21-0002-IDB waiving its first right of refusal to purchase property from Glass, Inc. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no visitor comments.

• Approved IDB meeting minutes of January 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-0002-IDB waiving first right of refusal to purchase property from Glass, Inc (unanimous)

Public Athletic and Sports Facilities Cooperative District

The Public Athletic and Sports Facilities Cooperative District meeting includes a review of January 2021 minutes. The body will also consider resolutions to amend the 2021 budgets and adopt the FY22 budget.

• Resolution 21-0465 to amend the 2021 budgets
• Resolution 21-0466 to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022 budget
• Approval of January 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The Public Athletic and Sports Facilities Cooperative District approved two resolutions: one amending the 2021 budget to reflect an $8,000 user fee adjustment related to the bond refinance project, and another adopting the FY22 budget. Both passed unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the January 26, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 26, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-0002-PASFCD amending 2021 budgets (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-0003-PASFCD adopting FY22 budget (unanimous)

Public Facilities Cooperative District

The meeting includes resolutions to amend the FY 2021 budget and adopt the FY22 budget. The board will also consider a resolution selecting directors for CAFFM, Inc.

• Resolution selecting directors for CAFFM, Inc.
• Resolution amending the FY 2021 budget
• Resolution adopting the FY22 budget
• Approval of July 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The Public Facilities Cooperative District unanimously approved the July 13, 2021 meeting minutes, adopted a resolution selecting directors for CAFFM, Inc., amended the FY2021 budget, and adopted the FY22 budget. All votes were unanimous with all eight members present.

• Approved July 13, 2021 PFCD meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-0001-PFCD selecting CAFFM, Inc. directors (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-0002-PFCD amending FY2021 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-0003-PFCD adopting FY22 budget (unanimous)

Public Cultural & Entertainment Facilities Cooperative District

The District will consider resolutions to amend the 2021 budgets and adopt the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 26, 2021.

• Resolution amending the 2021 budgets (21-0468)
• Resolution to adopt the FY22 budget (21-0469)

The Public Cultural & Entertainment Facilities Cooperative District approved two resolutions: one amending the 2021 budget and one adopting the FY22 budget. Both motions passed unanimously with three members present and two absent. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments.

• Approved resolution amending 2021 budgets (unanimous, Enactment No. 21-0002-PCEFCD)
• Adopted FY22 budget and cash flow (unanimous, Enactment No. 21-0003-PCEFCD)
• Approved meeting minutes of January 26, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council

The Council will consider ordinances for two property annexations and a lease with Terra Trucking. The agenda also includes resolutions for new fire department equipment and several nuisance abatement public hearings.

• Ordinances for the annexation of properties owned by Lily Flowers Stewart and James A. Flowers
• Lease of municipal property to Terra Trucking for truck parking
• Authorization to purchase three 2023 Peterbilt chassis and bodies for fire department use
• ABC license application for Blooms 4 You, Inc. at Foley Heritage Park
• Public hearings for nuisance abatements regarding weeds and a dilapidated building

The Foley City Council approved a COVID-19 vaccine incentive payment program for city employees, along with numerous other resolutions and ordinances. The council also approved annexations, a lease agreement, and several public nuisance abatement resolutions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved COVID-19 vaccine incentive payment program for employees (unanimous)
• Approved annexation ordinance for Lily Flowers Stewart property (unanimous)
• Approved annexation ordinance for James A. Flowers property (unanimous)
• Approved lease of city property to Terra Trucking (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to purchase three 2023 Peterbilt 520 chassis and three New Way front load bodies (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for self-serve fueling terminal at Foley Municipal Airport (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Engineering Building roof repairs (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing for weed abatement at 210 North Beech St (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning properties for an RV park near Keller Road and a business district at 12476 Robert Lane. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding airport funding, road projects, and weed abatement. Additionally, the council will address emergency powers related to COVID-19.

• Rezoning property near Keller Road to an RV Park District
• Rezoning 12476 Robert Lane to B-1A Business District
• Accepting $32,000 in ARPA funds for Foley Municipal Airport
• Approving funds for a road building project on S. Pecan
• Increasing funds for the Max Griffin Park Sidewalk Project

The Foley City Council held public hearings and unanimously approved two rezoning requests: Gary Bullard's property from AO to RV Park District, and Schlichting Family LLC's property from AO to B-1A. The Council also adopted a resolution granting the Mayor emergency powers during the COVID-19 resurgence, approved paid sick leave for vaccinated employees who test positive, and authorized the Mayor to negotiate real property purchases after an executive session.

• Approved rezoning of Gary Bullard property to RV Park District (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Schlichting Family LLC property to B-1A (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution declaring emergency powers to Mayor during COVID-19 resurgence (unanimous)
• Approved paid sick leave for employees who test positive for COVID-19 after vaccination (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to negotiate purchase of real property (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 CDBG grant application for Aaronville Park bathrooms and playground (unanimous)
• Approved fund balance policy amendment increasing reserve from 25% to 35% (unanimous)
• Approved road building project for S. Pecan from N. Pride Dr roundabout to Lay Lane (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold a special called meeting to consider two ordinances. These include an agreement with Baldwin County regarding extraterritorial planning and updates to the city's police jurisdiction and services.

• Extraterritorial planning jurisdiction agreement with Baldwin County
• Ordinance regarding Foley police jurisdiction and services

The Foley City Council unanimously adopted two ordinances in response to Senate Bill 107 (Act 2021-297), which changes how far outside city limits the city can provide planning and police services. The first ordinance authorizes the mayor to negotiate a new extraterritorial planning jurisdiction (ETJ) agreement with Baldwin County, with the ETJ shrinking from 5 miles to 1.5 miles by January 2023. The second ordinance maintains the city's current 3-mile police jurisdiction, which cannot be expanded in the future. The council also approved a resolution requesting funding for drainage improvements to the Michigan Avenue Regional Detention Pond.

• Adopted ordinance authorizing mayor to enter new ETJ agreement with Baldwin County (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance pertaining to police jurisdiction and services (unanimous)
• Approved resolution requesting funding for Michigan Avenue detention pond drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Added item 21-0435 to the agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding a lease termination and property sale with Baldwin County. The agenda also includes discussions on park improvements for the Aaronville Community via a grant application. Additionally, several resolutions regarding infrastructure projects and budget amendments are scheduled for review.

• Ordinance for Baldwin County lease termination and property sale
• Approval of the Downtown Area Resurfacing Project
• Agreement with ALDOT for Foley Beach Express improvements
• Resolution for four Street Department capital purchases
• Acceptance of the Alabama Historic Commission grant

The Foley City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance for a county lease termination, sale of city-owned property, and a parking agreement with Baldwin County. The council also approved a series of resolutions, including authorizing abatement of a nuisance property, supporting a county recycling cooperative, and approving multiple capital projects and purchases. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-2019-ORD for county lease termination, sale, and parking agreement with Baldwin County.
• Removed item 21-0329 (nuisance abatement at 208 W Marigold Ave) as the property was abated by the owner.
• Adopted Resolution 21-1238-RES authorizing abatement of the nuisance at 321 W Orange Ave.
• Adopted Resolution 21-1243-RES supporting the Baldwin County Recycling Cooperative.
• Adopted Resolution 21-1245-RES rescinding a prior resolution and approving four capital purchases for the Street Department.
• Adopted Resolution 21-1246-RES approving the Downtown Area Resurfacing Project.
• Adopted Resolution 21-1251-RES renewing the 5-year airport franchise agreement with Lightning Aviation LLC.
• Adopted Resolution 21-1254-RES authorizing general obligation warrants (Series 2021-B).

Public Facilities Cooperative District

The Public Facilities Cooperative District voted unanimously to approve a resolution authorizing the exit from a New Markets Tax Credits financing transaction, including execution of closing documents and ratification of Ralph Hellmich as a director of CAFFM. The board also approved the minutes from the August 17, 2020 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution to exit New Markets Tax Credits financing transaction (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 17, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances establishing impact fees on new developments to fund parks, recreation, and transportation infrastructure. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a test well on Park Avenue and several rezoning requests. Other items involve board appointments, budget transfers, and personnel classification changes.

• Ordinance establishing impact fees on new development for infrastructure funding
• Rezoning of Gary Bullard property to an RV Park District
• Rezoning of Schlichting Family, LLC property to B1A district
• Amendment to the flood damage prevention ordinance
• Budget increase for a Parks Department mower deck replacement

The Foley City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance creating impact fees on new developments to fund park, recreation, and transportation infrastructure. The council also approved several rezoning and pre-zoning ordinances, including properties owned by Breland Homes Coastal, MTSC Land Development, and Riebling T Family Limited. All votes were unanimous, with Council Member Vera Quaites absent.

• Adopted impact fee ordinance for new developments (21-2015-ORD)
• Approved pre-zoning of Breland Homes Coastal property to PUD (21-2016-ORD)
• Approved rezoning of MTSC Land Development property from R3 to PUD (21-2017-ORD)
• Approved rezoning of Riebling T Family Limited property from R1D to TH1 (21-2018-ORD)
• Approved first reading of rezoning for Gary Bullard property to RV Park (21-2022-ORD)
• Approved first reading of rezoning for Schlichting Family LLC to B1A (21-2023-ORD)
• Approved resolution to appoint Mike McGowin to Museum Archive Board (21-1221-RES)
• Approved resolution for GOMESA FY22 project proposal (21-1226-RES)

City Council

The council will discuss ordinances regarding flood prevention and the creation of impact fees for new developments. The agenda also includes reviewing engineering proposals for road projects and airport maintenance. Additionally, several public hearings are scheduled for weed abatement and business license revocation.

• Ordinance creating impact fees on new developments to fund park, recreation, and transportation infrastructure
• $486,293.55 bid acceptance for runway and taxiway maintenance at Foley Municipal Airport
• Engineering design proposal from Baskerville-Donovan Inc. for Miflin Road access management
• Professional services proposal for turn lanes on County Road 12 and James Road
• Revocation of the business license for La Santa Night Club, LLC

City Council

The council will vote on several ordinances, including territory annexation and a road naming ordinance. The meeting also includes first readings for various rezoning requests and a 10-year agreement with Telepak Networks/C Spire. Additionally, the agenda covers ABC licensing and police equipment replacements.

• Second reading of an ordinance to approve territory annexation
• Second reading of a 10-year construction and franchise agreement with Telepak Networks/C Spire
• Rezoning requests for properties owned by Breland Homes Coastal, MTSC Land Development, and Riebling T Family Limited
• ABC license application for Rum Island Daiquiri Bar at 201 S Owa Blvd
• Approval of a capital lease with AXON for cameras and tasers

The Foley City Council held a work session and regular meeting on June 7, 2021, approving a consent agenda and numerous ordinances and resolutions. Key actions included annexing territory, rezoning properties for development, entering a franchise agreement with Telepak Networks (C Spire), and approving various infrastructure and budget items. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved annexation of territory into city limits (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of MTSC Land Development property from R3 to TH1 (unanimous)
• Approved pre-zoning of Breland Homes Coastal property to PUD (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Riebling T Family Limited property from R1D to TH1 (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year franchise agreement with Telepak Networks/C Spire (unanimous)
• Approved capital lease with AXON for police camera systems (unanimous)
• Approved DRC's bid for Hurricane Debris Stream Cleanout with budget increase (unanimous)
• Approved GOMESA property purchase with budget increase (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will discuss the renewal of the Foley Municipal Airport lease and consider ordinances for territory annexation and road naming. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding infrastructure grants and public nuisance hearings.

• First reading of an ordinance to approve territory annexation within city limits
• Discussion of the Foley Municipal Airport Fixed Base Operator lease renewal
• A 10-year construction and franchise agreement with Telepak Networks, Inc. (d/b/a C Spire)
• Acceptance of a grant for intersection improvements at State Highway 59 and County Road 12
• Resolution to approve maintenance for Stan Mahoney Lane and Wolf Creek Parking Area

The Foley City Council held a work session and regular meeting, reaching consensus to move forward with an impact fee study presented by TischlerBise. The council approved several ordinances on first reading, including annexation, road naming, and a franchise agreement with Telepak Networks/C Spire. Multiple resolutions were adopted, including accepting a $1.5 million ATRIP-II grant for intersection improvements, approving a helicopter landing zone lease, and setting public hearings for nuisance abatements. All votes were unanimous except the helicopter landing zone lease, which passed 4-0 with one abstention.

• Consensus to move forward with impact fee study
• Approved annexation ordinance on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved road naming ordinance on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved Telepak Networks/C Spire franchise agreement on first reading (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution accepting $1,500,060 ATRIP-II grant for Highway 59/County Road 12 improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution approving helicopter landing zone lease with Lakeview Estates (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted resolution setting public hearing for nuisance abatement at 303 N Beech St (unanimous)
• Recommended ABC license approval for El Diablo Taqueria and Cantina (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will consider several zoning amendments and property rezonings. The agenda includes budget increases for the Graham Creek Boardwalk and runway pavement maintenance. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding the revocation of a business license for Semmes Towing & Recovery.

• Public hearing to consider revoking the business license for Semmes Towing & Recovery
• Rezoning of MTSC Land Development property from R-3 to TH-1
• Budget increase and bid acceptance for the Graham Creek Boardwalk Capital Project
• Supplemental agreement with Volkert Inc. for runway and taxiway pavement maintenance
• Resolution declaring weeds a public nuisance at 232 West Laurel Ave

The Foley City Council held a public hearing and then voted unanimously to revoke the business license of Rodney Schrimpshire/Semmes Towing & Recovery, citing two pending felony theft charges in Mobile County and a citizen complaint about unprofessional conduct. The council also approved several ordinances and resolutions, including first readings for rezoning and zoning amendments, and various budget increases and project approvals.

• Revoked business license for Rodney Schrimpshire/Semmes Towing & Recovery (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of rezoning MTSC Land Development property from R-3 to TH-1 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of zoning ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of initial zoning for Norman and Marjorie Moore property (unanimous)
• Approved $38,811 budget increase for Graham Creek Boardwalk project (unanimous)
• Approved $15,855 budget increase for Community Development personnel (unanimous)
• Approved $1.6M Foley Beach Express-Miflin Road intersection project grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Senior Center annual membership fee increase to $15 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance regulating small cell technology facilities. The agenda also includes discussions regarding street resurfacing projects and the Foley Main Street 2021 Plan of Action. Additionally, several resolutions concerning airport improvements and sidewalk project funding are scheduled for consideration.

• Public hearing on small cell technology facility regulations
• Discussion of FY 2021 proposed street resurfacing project
• Ground lease at Foley Municipal Airport for Jet-A fuel service
• Budget increase for three sidewalk projects
• ALDOT grant application for airport fuel tank installation

The Foley City Council held a public hearing and unanimously adopted an ordinance regulating small cell technology facilities. The council also approved numerous resolutions, including a ground lease with the Stapleton Volunteer Fire Department for Jet-A fuel services at the airport, and a resolution to apply for an ALDOT grant for a Jet-A fuel tank. Additionally, the council approved a road renaming ordinance and various other items.

• Adopted small cell technology facilities ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved ground lease with Stapleton VFD for Jet-A fuel truck (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved ALDOT grant application for Jet-A fuel tank (unanimous)
• Approved street light installation on Carmel Circle (unanimous)
• Approved K9 Xedhor retirement (unanimous)
• Approved Wedgewood storm drain modification project (unanimous)
• Approved road renaming ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 OWA fireworks display calendar (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will review ordinances regarding zoning updates and towing regulations. The agenda includes public hearings for property annexation and nuisance abatement at 9190 Lakeview Drive. The council will also consider various resolutions for equipment purchases and community grants.

• Ordinance amending the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance
• Annexation of property owned by Norman and Marjorie Moore
• Amendment to purchase five Tahoe vehicles for the Police Department
• Budget increase for sidewalk maintenance and pressure washing
• Regulation of Small Cell Technology Facilities ordinance

The Foley City Council held public hearings and unanimously adopted four ordinances, including amendments to the zoning ordinance, annexation of property owned by Norman and Marjorie Moore, towing regulations, and small cell technology facilities. The council also approved numerous resolutions covering grants, equipment purchases, appointments, and fee waivers, all by unanimous votes.

• Adopted zoning ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of Moore property (unanimous)
• Amended towing and recovery rotation ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved small cell technology ordinance on first reading (unanimous)
• Accepted ADECA Volkswagen Settlement Grant and approved truck purchase (unanimous)
• Authorized abatement of nuisance at 9190 Lakeview Drive (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 7 AXON vehicle video surveillance systems for $53k (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol variance for JMK Rodeo at Foley Horse Arena (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will review several items, including an ordinance to sell surplus property to Riviera Utilities. The council will also consider increasing the police capital budget for new vehicles and equipment.

• Ordinance to declare real property surplus and authorize its sale to Riviera Utilities
• Resolution to increase the Police Capital Budget for five Tahoes, two trucks, and equipment
• Resolution to accept $13,000 in federal funding for the Foley Municipal Airport
• Ordinance regarding the annexation of property owned by Norman and Marjorie Moore
• Resolution to purchase a new police canine and retire K9 Titan

The Foley City Council held a public hearing and then voted unanimously to declare certain real property surplus and authorize its sale to Riviera Utilities. The council also approved several other items, including a new police canine, vehicle purchases, and grant applications. One item, a resolution for a stick library at the dog park, was carried over to the next meeting.

• Approved ordinance declaring property surplus and authorizing sale to Riviera Utilities (Enactment No. 21-2002-ORD).
• Approved ordinance on first reading to annex property owned by Norman and Marjorie Moore (Enactment No. 21-2004-ORD).
• Approved ordinance on first reading amending towing and recovery rotation services (Enactment No. 21-2005-ORD).
• Approved resolution to purchase a new police canine and retire K9 Titan (Enactment No. 21-1082-RES).
• Approved resolution to increase police capital budget and purchase 7 vehicles (Enactment No. 21-1083-RES).
• Approved resolution to accept $13,000 CRRSAA funding for the airport (Enactment No. 21-1084-RES).
• Approved resolution to apply for Hazard Mitigation Grant funds for a first responders shelter (Enactment No. 21-1086-RES).
• Carried over resolution for a stick library at the dog park to April 5, 2021 meeting (Enactment No. 21-1097-RES).

City Council

The council will review ordinances for electronic sales tax filing and the sale of surplus property to Riviera Utilities. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a business license revocation and updates on the Gateway Initiative.

• Public hearing for the revocation of a business license for International Construction Enterprises, Inc/ICE Restoration
• Ordinance authorizing the sale of surplus property at 22271 CR 12 to Riviera Utilities
• Acceptance of a grant for sidewalk improvements along Pine Street, 9th Avenue, and Hickory Street
• Resolution requiring electronic filing and payment for sales taxes
• Purchase of a 2021 tractor and bush hog for the Street Department

The Foley City Council voted unanimously to revoke the business license of International Construction Enterprises (ICE Restoration) at 8195 State Highway 59, following the state's suspension of its homebuilders and roofing certifications due to charges of insurance fraud and elderly abuse. The company's request to keep the license for clerical work was denied. The council also approved numerous other items, including a $640,000 grant for sidewalk improvements, a general obligation warrant issuance, and several appointments.

• Revoked business license for ICE Restoration (Enactment No: 21-1070-RES)
• Approved $640,000 TAP grant for bicycle/pedestrian improvements (Enactment No: 21-1065-RES)
• Authorized issuance of general obligation warrants, Series 2021-A (Enactment No: 21-1064-RES)
• Approved first reading of ordinance declaring property surplus for sale to Riviera Utilities (Enactment No: 21-2002-ORD)
• Approved first reading of zoning ordinance amendment (Enactment No: 21-2003-ORD)
• Adopted ordinance requiring electronic filing/payment of sales tax (Enactment No: 21-2001-ORD)
• Approved appropriation of funds for four road building projects (Enactment No: 21-1073-RES)
• Carried over facade improvement grant program amendments (Enactment No: 21-1076-RES)

City Council

The Foley City Council held a special called meeting to consider preliminary action for General Obligation Warrants, Series 2021-B. The agenda also included mayor and visitor comments.

• Resolution 21-0104: Preliminary action for General Obligation Warrants (federally taxable), Series 2021-B

The Foley City Council held a special called meeting and unanimously adopted Resolution 21-0104, authorizing preliminary action for general obligation warrants (federally taxable), Series 2021-B. Mayor Hellmich noted the resolution would result in significant savings on the bonds. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution 21-0104 authorizing preliminary action for general obligation warrants (federally taxable), Series 2021-B (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on amending the building code regarding parcel and lot requirements for new or expanded structures. Other items include discussing a budget increase for Mel Roberts Park Pavilion and the sale of property to Riviera Utilities.

• Public hearing on building code amendments for parcel or lot requirements
• Budget increase for the Mel Roberts Park Pavilion project
• Sale of real property at County Road 12 to Riviera Utilities
• Contracts with Volkert, Inc. for Bon Secour River and Wolf Creek restoration
• Street light installation on Hamilton Blvd

The Foley City Council held a public hearing with no comments and then adopted a building code amendment regarding parcel or lot requirements before issuing building permits. The council approved a consent agenda including minutes, departmental reports, and several resolutions, and passed numerous other resolutions covering surplus property, grants, contracts, and equipment purchases. One item, the Mel Roberts Park Pavilion project, failed for lack of a second motion.

• Adopted building code amendment (21-2000-ORD) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and reports (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution waiving horse arena fees for Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation (21-1038-RES) (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution setting public hearing for weed abatement at 9190 Lakeview Drive (21-1039-RES) (unanimous)
• Removed resolution for structure abatement at 906 South Maple St (unanimous)
• Approved surplus and disposal of six street dept vehicles (21-1041-RES) (unanimous)
• Approved Civic Center stage lighting upgrade bid (21-1043-RES) (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Volkert, Inc. for Bon Secour River restoration (21-1046-RES) (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold a special meeting to review the FY20 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). Warren Averett, LLC is scheduled to present the audit. The council will also consider Resolution 21-0056 to formally accept the audited report.

• Presentation of the FY20 audit by Warren Averett, LLC
• Resolution 21-0056: Accepting the Audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for FY20

City Council

The Foley City Council will discuss appointments to the YMCA Parks & Recreation Board and consider several resolutions. These include weed abatement costs, airport funding, and assistance for a COVID-19 vaccination site. The council also reviews budget increases for Welcome Center repairs.

• Authorizing city forces to assist the Alabama Department of Public Health with a COVID-19 vaccination site at OWA
• Appropriating funds up to $28,000 to the Gulf Shores Airport Authority
• Resolutions accepting weed abatement costs for properties on Bellingrath Drive, East Verbena Avenue, and Lakeview Drive North
• Approval of a dump trailer purchase for the Nature Parks Department
• ABC license application for the OWA Wine Festival at 1501 South OWA Blvd

The Foley City Council approved a resolution to provide Tier I benefits to Tier II plan members, a change intended to aid recruitment and retention, effective October 1, 2021. The council also authorized city forces to assist the Alabama Department of Public Health with a drive-through COVID-19 vaccination site at OWA, and approved numerous other resolutions including weed abatement cost acceptances, a dump trailer purchase, and a $28,000 appropriation to the Gulf Shores Airport Authority. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved resolution to provide Tier I benefits to Tier II plan members (unanimous)
• Authorized city forces to assist with COVID-19 vaccination site at OWA (unanimous)
• Approved $28,000 appropriation to Gulf Shores Airport Authority (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of dump trailer for Nature Parks Department (unanimous)
• Accepted weed abatement costs for multiple properties (unanimous)
• Approved USDA cooperative service agreement for feral swine management (unanimous)
• Approved application for NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection grant (unanimous)
• Approved Volkert, Inc. supplemental agreement for airport pavement maintenance (unanimous)

Public Cultural & Entertainment Facilities Cooperative District

The Public Cultural & Entertainment Facilities Cooperative District will meet to approve minutes from August 17, 2020. The agenda includes resolutions to elect officers and authorize certain board members to sign on the Centennial Bank checking account.

• Resolution 21-0049 to elect officers
• Resolution 21-0051 authorizing certain board members to sign on the Centennial Bank checking account
• Approval of August 17, 2020 meeting minutes

The Public Cultural & Entertainment Facilities Cooperative District met and approved the minutes from August 17, 2020. The board unanimously adopted resolutions to elect officers and authorize certain members to sign on the checking account at Centennial Bank. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of August 17, 2020 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to elect officers (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing board members to sign on Centennial Bank checking account (unanimous)

Public Athletic and Sports Facilities Cooperative District

The Public Athletic and Sports Facilities Cooperative District will meet to approve minutes from August 17, 2020. The board will also consider resolutions to elect officers and authorize certain members to sign on the Centennial Bank checking account.

• Resolution to Elect Officers
• Resolution authorizing bank signatories for Centennial Bank account
• Approval of August 17, 2020 meeting minutes

The Public Athletic and Sports Facilities Cooperative District met and unanimously approved the August 17, 2020 meeting minutes. The board also unanimously adopted resolutions to elect officers and authorize certain board members to sign on the checking account at Centennial Bank. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 17, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to elect officers (unanimous, Enactment No. 21-0000-PASFCD)
• Adopted resolution authorizing board members to sign on Centennial Bank checking account (unanimous, Enactment No. 21-0001-PASFCD)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will review minutes from the October 15, 2020 meeting. The board will also consider resolutions regarding officer elections and authorization for members to sign on a checking account at The First Bank.

• Ratification of the election of officers (21-0044)
• Authorization for certain members to sign on a checking account at The First Bank (21-0046)
• Approval of October 15, 2020 meeting minutes

City Council

The council will consider a first reading of building code amendments and several resolutions. Agenda items include street light installations, equipment purchases, and appointing financial professionals for bond issuance. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding weed abatement at two locations.

• Building Code Amendment first reading
• Street light installation on Wilson Road and Bay Point Drive
• Purchase of two Caterpillar 304E2 mini excavators
• Appointment of Frazer Lanier Company as investment banker for Series 2021-A warrants
• Request to increase budgeted funds for the Sanitation Department

The Foley City Council held a work session and meeting on January 19, 2021, approving a series of resolutions and ordinances. Key actions included approving the purchase of a hydroponics container for the Nature Parks Department, authorizing refinancing of a $6.3 million bond to save $600k, and approving a budget increase for sanitation carts. The council also removed several agenda items, including resolutions for weed abatement at two properties, and approved a building code amendment on first reading.

• Approved purchase of hydroponics container for Nature Parks (unanimous)
• Authorized refinancing of $6.3M Cultural Entertainment Bond (unanimous)
• Approved $30k budget increase for sanitation carts (unanimous)
• Approved building code amendment on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved street light installation on Wilson Road and Bay Point Drive (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two mini excavators for Street Department (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for COVID-19 vaccine administration funding (unanimous)
• Removed weed abatement resolutions for two properties (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will review minutes from the December 2020 meeting. The agenda includes resolutions regarding board appointments for athletic and cultural districts, three-way stops in Glen Lakes, and a petition to reduce city limits.

• Resolution to amend board appointments for public athletic and sports facilities districts
• Resolution approving three-way stops in Glen Lakes
• Resolution regarding the reduction of city corporate limits via deannexation petition

The Foley City Council met on January 4, 2021, and approved two resolutions: one amending board appointments for athletic and cultural facilities districts, and another approving three-way stops in Glen Lakes. A resolution to reduce the city's corporate limits (de-annexation) was carried over to the January 19 meeting to allow staff to meet with the requester. The council also approved the minutes from the December 21, 2020 meeting.

• Approved Resolution 21-1000-RES amending board appointments for athletic and cultural facilities districts (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-1001-RES approving three-way stops in Glen Lakes (unanimous)
• Carried over Resolution 21-0003 (de-annexation) to January 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 21, 2020 meeting (unanimous)