Lee County public meetings in 2024
22 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will discuss a request for proposals for health department building improvements and a radio system expansion contract. The body will also review bid results for Chevrolet Tahoes and plat approvals for two subdivisions.
- RFP for improvements to Lee County Health Department Building
- Alabama Interoperable Radio System Expansion Contract
- Bid #2025-03 for 19 or more Chevrolet Tahoes
- Ad Valorem Abatement Application for Clear Springs Properties, LLC
- Final plats for Broken Rock Subdivision Phase IV and East Stream Subdivision Lot 6
The Lee County Commission approved a resolution to settle lawsuits related to a quarry, with Chairman English breaking a 2-2 tie. The Commission also approved a $366,800 health department improvement project, a tax abatement for a new distribution center, and several other items. The settlement resolution passed 3-2 with one abstention.
- Approved quarry litigation settlement resolution (3-2, Chairman broke tie)
- Authorized $366,800 health department improvements via MOU (unanimous)
- Approved 10-year tax abatement for Clear Spring Properties distribution center (unanimous)
- Rejected Bid #2025-03 for Tahoes, will purchase Ford Interceptors off state contract (unanimous)
- Approved disposal sites open first Saturday monthly starting Jan 4, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved final plat for Broken Rock Subdivision Phase IV (unanimous)
- Approved final plat for Lot 6 Division of East Stream Subdivision (unanimous)
- Authorized demolition of old building on Magazine Avenue (unanimous)
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will consider a range of items, including public safety alignment and several infrastructure and grant matters. Key new business items include a request to use a former shop facility on Magazine Avenue, a Homeland Security sub‑recipient grant for a body scanner, a right‑of‑way vacation and speed‑limit reduction on Lee Road 9 and 318, and a flood‑damage prevention ordinance update. The commission will also vote on final ARPA fund allocations for Beauregard Park Road, information‑technology equipment, and community mental‑health services, as well as other resolutions on workers’ compensation and the FY2025 holiday schedule.
- Homeland Security Subrecipient Grant Award for a Body Scanner
- Right-of-Way Vacation for Lee Road 9
- Speed Limit Reduction for Lee Road 318
- Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance & Update of Flood Insurance Map
- ARPA Final Allocations: Expenditure for Beauregard Park Road, IT equipment, mental health services
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will consider several items, including the allocation of ARPA funds and the award of a contract for a ventilation project. Commissioners will also review final plat approvals for the Pecan Grove and Deep South subdivisions, a subdivision variance request for Mallard Creek, and an ABC retail beer license application for Store 109. Additional agenda items cover a contract with First Due, a one‑time supplement for the EMA Director, and an employee assistance program agreement.
- Allocation of ARPA funds and contract award for the ventilation project
- Final plat approval for Pecan Grove Subdivision
- Final plat approval for Parcel 5 & 6 Replat, Deep South Subdivision
- Subdivision variance request for Lot 63 of Mallard Creek Subdivision
- ABC retail beer license application for Store 109 (D3)
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will discuss several items, including a contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body cameras and an MOU for detention‑center inmate medical insurance. They will also review bid results for dry‑cleaning and fleet vehicle oil changes, and consider a replat and subdivision of Salem Ridge lots. Additional agenda items cover budget revisions, a one‑time supplement for the EMA Director, and park rental recommendations.
- Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body cameras
- MOU for Detention Center inmate medical insurance
- Results of Bid #2025-01 for dry cleaning services
- Approval of replat and subdivision of Lots 1A & 2A Salem Ridge Plat No. 2
- Resolution for a one‑time supplement for the EMA Director
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will meet to discuss several final plat approvals and a contract renewal for the County Engineer. The body will also consider updates to residential garbage fee regulations and a private dirt road acceptance policy.
- Final Plat Approvals for Porter's Place, Pine Ridge, and Pine Meadow subdivisions
- County Engineer's Contract Renewal
- Updating Rules and Regulations for Residential Garbage Fees
- Bid #2024-16 for Landscaping Services at Loachapoka Park
- Scrap Tire Agreement with Alabama Dept. of Environmental Management
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will consider a range of items, including adopting the FY2025 operational budget, approving infrastructure agreements, and updating policies. Public comment will be heard, and the consent agenda items will be ratified. New business includes discussions on ARPA broadband funding, road projects, and the Justice Center courtroom renovation. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Adopt FY2025 Operational Budget
- Federal Aid Agreement for Resurfacing Lee Road 212
- Pavement Preservation Project Agreement for Lee Road 159
- Speed Limit Reduction on Lee Road 120
- Final Plat Approval for Porter's Place Subdivision
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 9, 2024. Commissioners will discuss several items, including a special events retail license application, educational reimbursement requests, and the division of Parcel A on Lee Road 278. They will also consider allocating ARPA funds for administrative costs and a client consent for a registered investment advisor unification.
- Special Events Retail License Application from Ocie and Belles LLC
- Educational Reimbursement Requests
- Division of Parcel A on Lee Road 278
- Allocation of ARPA funds for Administrative Costs
- Client Consent for Registered Investment Advisor Unification
The Lee County Commission approved an amended ARPA-funded broadband expansion grant, reducing the total award from $2,974,702.73 to $2,195,532.24 due to rights-of-way issues. The commission also approved a special events retail license, educational reimbursements, a final plat, an ARPA administrative cost allocation, and a safety incentive form. A proposed asset management agreement transfer was tabled for further review.
- Approved amended ARPA broadband grants totaling $2,195,532.24 (unanimous)
- Approved Special Events Retail license for Ocie and Belles LLC for Sept. 20 event (unanimous)
- Approved educational reimbursements for Deputy Greenlee and Sergeant Snyder (unanimous)
- Approved final plat for division of Parcel A on Lee Road 278 into three lots (unanimous)
- Approved allocation of up to $50,000 in ARPA funds for administrative costs (unanimous)
- Tabled asset management agreement transfer to US Bank for attorney review
- Approved Safety Incentive Verification form for current year (unanimous)
- Reappointed Jacob Geiger to Lee County Recreation Board District 4 (unanimous)
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will hold a public hearing on the Lee Road 57A right‑of‑way vacation and consider contract renewals for residential solid waste collection with Arrow Disposal and solid waste disposal with GFL Environmental. Commissioners will also discuss the FY 2025 County Transportation Plan, several grant applications, and a bid for a kiosk for the Revenue Commissioners Office.
- Public hearing: Lee Road 57A right‑of‑way vacation (Judge English)
- Contract renewal for residential solid waste collection and transport with Arrow Disposal (John McDonald)
- Contract renewal for solid waste disposal with GFL Environmental (John McDonald)
- Discussion of FY 2025 County Transportation Plan (Justin Hardee)
- Bid #2024-10: Kiosk for Revenue Commissioners Office (Oline Price)
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will discuss a proposed ad valorem tax abatement for WM Renewable Energy, LLC. Other agenda items include a special event license application for three events at Twenty-One Acres, renewal of the residential solid waste collection contract, and an inmate housing agreement with Autauga County. The meeting also covers use of the Lee County Meeting Center and other administrative matters.
- Ad Valorem Tax Abatement for WM Renewable Energy, LLC
- Special Event License Application for three events at Twenty-One Acres
- Contract Renewal for Residential Solid Waste Collection and Transport
- Inmate Housing Agreement with Autauga County
- Use of the Lee County Meeting Center
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will consider several items, including a proposed inmate housing agreement with Autauga County, a speed limit reduction and truck ban on Lee Road 267, and the final plat approval for the Cherry Hill Subdivision. They will also discuss the appointment of a chief operating officer and updates on COVID‑19 policy, broadband grant projects, and a schedule for a budget work session. Routine consent agenda items include approving minutes from July 8, 2024, and ratifying procurement card transactions. The meeting will end with a work session on dirt road paving and solid waste contracts with Arrow and GFL.
- Inmate Housing Agreement with Autauga County
- Speed Limit Reduction and No Truck Route on Lee Road 267
- Property Division of Parcels 5 & 6, Lee Road 183
- Final Plat Approval of Cherry Hill Subdivision
- Schedule Budget Work Session
County Commission
The commission will address road conditions in Cedar Estates Subdivision and a right-of-way vacation for Lee Road 57A. The agenda also includes a first reading regarding the East Alabama Health Care Authority Board opening.
- Road conditions in Cedar Estates Subdivision
- Final plat approval for Forest Ridge Subdivision
- Lee Road 57A right-of-way vacation
- 1st Reading opening on East Alabama Health Care Authority Board
- Educational reimbursement request for Sheriff Jones
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will discuss several new business items including broadband expansion and subdivision redivisions. A work session is also scheduled regarding solid waste contracts with ADSI and GFL.
- ARPA Broadband Expansion Grants Phase II award to BEAM
- Redivision of Lot 2, Rocky Ridge Subdivision
- Animal Control Agreement renewal
- Work session on solid waste contracts with ADSI and GFL
- Board openings for East Alabama Health Care Authority and E911
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will discuss earmarking funds for dirt road paving. The agenda also includes reviewing bid results for camera systems and vehicles, and discussing the ARPA Broadband Grant Award.
- Discussion on earmarking funds for dirt road paving
- Bid results for interview room camera systems
- Rescinding and reissuing the ARPA Broadband Grant Award
- Bid results for two Chevrolet 2500 trucks
- First reading of vacancies on the E911 Board and East Alabama Health Care Authority Board
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the May 13 minutes and claims. The agenda includes updates on the Loachapoka Broadband Project and grant statuses. Key decisions involve the FY 2024 Local Striping Bid, billing guidelines, and amendments to bulk waste collection rules.
- FY 2024 Local Striping Bid LCP 41-SRPM-24
- Bulk Waste Collection Rules and Regulations Amendment
- Solid Waste Certificates of Exception
- Commission Billing Guidelines
- Update on Loachapoka Broadband Project
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will vote on the opioid settlement resolution and approve final plats for the Hornet Hills, Cornerstone, and White Oak subdivisions. The agenda also includes reviewing bid results for road resurfacing and gravel materials, as well as a speed limit reduction on Lee Road 353. Additionally, the body will address vacancies on the E911 and Health Care Authority boards.
- Opioid Settlement Resolution
- Final plat approval for Hornet Hills Subdivision
- Final plat approval for Cornerstone Subdivision
- Final plat approval for White Oak Subdivision
- Speed Limit Reduction on Lee Road 353
County Commission
The Commission will consider a memorandum of understanding for Lee County Health Department improvements and a federal aid agreement for resurfacing Lee Road 240. The body will also review bids for Chevrolet Tahoes and local resurfacing projects.
- MOU for improvements to Lee County Health Department
- Bid #2024-06 for 14 or more Chevrolet Tahoes
- Federal Aid Agreement for resurfacing Lee Road 240
- Final plat approval for Crowder Properties, LLC and Hornet Hills Subdivision
- FY 2024 Local Resurfacing Bid Project #LCP 41-RALR-24
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will decide how to allocate American Rescue Plan funds for broadband expansion and local tribal consistency projects. The body will also select a bid for emergency equipment, including at least 14 Chevrolet Tahoes, and consider an interim planning director. Additional items include updates to the solid waste management plan and FEMA flood damage prevention resolution.
- Allocation of American Rescue Plan Revenue Replacement Funds
- Allocation of American Rescue Plan Funds for Broadband Expansion Grant
- Bid #2024-03 for Emergency Equipment for 14 or more Chevrolet Tahoes
- Designation of American Rescue Plan Local Tribal Consistency Funds/JC Cameras
- Update FEMA Flood Damage Prevention Resolution
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will discuss bid results for a bridge replacement on CR-245 over Peters Creek and courthouse security. The body will also consider special event licenses for B&B Beverage Management and job description updates for the Revenue Commissioner's Office.
- Bid results for bridge replacement on CR-245 over Peters Creek
- Application for three Special Event Licenses for B&B Beverage Management
- Courthouse security discussion
- Appropriation request for Community Storm Shelter from Rita Smith
- Job description updates for Revenue Commissioners Office
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will hold its regular meeting on February 26, 2024, at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes public comments, consent agenda items, and several new business items, including a continuation of the county-wide sales tax for education, annual alcoholic beverage fees, liquor license transfers, a crack sealing bid, and a final plat for a subdivision. An executive session is also scheduled.
- Continuation of County-wide Sales Tax for Education
- FY2024-2025 Annual Levy of Alcoholic Beverage Fees
- Transfer of Lounge Retail Liquor License for 169 Bar and Grill LLP
- Transfer of Retail Beer and Retail Table Wine License for Express Foodmart
- FY 2024 Crack Sealing Bid
County Commission
The Commission will discuss ARPA fund reallocations for broadband and the Beulah Utilities District. The body is also reviewing a budget adjustment for the FY2024 RRR Fund and a salary variance request from Sheriff Jones.
- ARPA funded broadband expansion grants and Beulah Utilities District reallocation
- Retail Beer and Table Wine License for Dollar General (D3)
- ALDOT Traffic Study Request for Lee Rd. 270 & US Hwy. 29 N.
- Final Plat Approvals for Stillwaters Subdivision and Mill Creek East
- FY2024 Budget Adjustment (RRR Fund)
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comments, a consent agenda, and several old and new business items. Key items include an ambulance contract with East Alabama Health Care Authority, a right-of-way vacation on Lee Road 394, a media agreement for jail operations, and a resolution for resurfacing Lee Road 212. The meeting also includes updates on broadband, garbage fee billing, and a possible executive session.
- East Alabama Health Care Authority Ambulance Contract
- Lee Road 394 Right-of-Way Vacation
- Media Agreement for Jail Operations with Millennium Satellite & Video
- Transfer of Retail Beer License for The Short Stop (D3)
- Resolution for Resurfacing Lee Road 212
County Commission
The Lee County Commission will meet to discuss new business including a quarry settlement and personnel promotions. The body is considering a resolution to authorize Avenu Insights and Analytics to administer and collect taxes.
- Resolution authorizing Avenu Insights and Analytics to administer and collect taxes
- Contract with Government Services Alabama, LLC
- Transfer of Retail Beer & Retail Table Wine License for The Corner Store (D4)
- Promotion consideration for Assistant Highway Dept. Superintendent and Chief Building Official
- FEMA update for Flood Damage Prevention Resolution