Mobile public meetings in 2022

City Council

The council is reviewing rezoning requests for property in District 4 and considering several held-over municipal resolutions. The meeting also includes presentations regarding local history and funding requests for a football bowl game at Ladd Stadium.

• Rezoning of Todd Acres Drive property from R-A to I-1
• $1,700,000.00 appropriation to the Municipal Government Capital Improvement Fund
• $341,730.00 purchase order for three shuttle trucks for Public Services
• $517,000.00 contract for exterior renovations at The Ben May Main Library
• $2,500,000.00 ALDOT grant application for the Carbon Reduction Program

The Council appropriated $1.7 million for various city infrastructure projects and adopted a resolution to study the alteration of corporate limits. Several purchase orders for police software and city garage repairs were approved, and a noise ordinance waiver was granted for Cooper Riverside Park.

• Appropriated $1.7M for projects including bridge repairs, police headquarters elevator, and cruise terminal upgrades (7-0)
• Adopted resolution to study alteration of corporate limits (7-0)
• Approved $49,476 purchase order to Stons, Inc. for MPD workflow software (7-0)
• Approved $48,989 purchase order to Mike Hoffman Equipment Services for city garage fuel leak repair (7-0)
• Approved $21,005 purchase order to Mike Hoffman Equipment Services for fuel dispensers (7-0)
• Approved $36,000 purchase order to Kaseware for MPD investigation software (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver to Archdiocese of Mobile for March 17, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved $10,000 payment to Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation for a bronze bust of Senator Richard Shelby (7-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council is reviewing held-over ordinances regarding medical cannabis dispensing and property rezoning. The agenda also includes consideration of several purchase orders for software, engineering, and equipment. Additionally, the council will address public hearings for nuisance properties and shuttle services.

• $4,890,000.00 purchase order for a passenger boarding bridge at the Cruise Terminal
• $1,700,000.00 appropriation to the Municipal Government Capital Improvement Fund
• Ordinance regarding medical cannabis dispensing sites within city limits
• $350,000.00 contract with Dorsey & Dorsey Engineering for road resurfacing
• Rezoning of 3200 and 3202 Old Shell Road

The City Council approved an ordinance allowing state-licensed medical cannabis dispensing sites to operate within city limits. The council also approved several purchase orders for city infrastructure and services, including a $4.89M cruise terminal boarding bridge.

• Approved Ordinance 01-062-2022 to authorize medical cannabis dispensing sites (5-2)
• Approved rezoning of 3200 and 3202 Old Shell Road from R-1 and B-3 to B-3 (7-0)
• Approved $4.89M purchase order to Adelte Ports & Maritime S.L.U. for cruise terminal boarding bridge (7-0)
• Approved $350,000 contract with Dorsey & Dorsey Engineering, Inc. for 2022 PAYGO Resurfacing (7-0)
• Approved $66,000 contract with Geotechnical Engineering Testing, Inc. for 2022 PAYGO Resurfacing (7-0)
• Approved $37,125 purchase order to Dogwood Productions, Inc. for website and livestreaming services (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver for 4513 Old Shell Road on December 22, 2022 (7-0)
• Declared structure at 906 Donald Street a public nuisance and ordered it secured/demolished (7-0)

City Council

The council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and large-scale equipment purchases. The meeting also includes public hearings for property rezonings and orders to demolish certain structures.

• $4,890,000.00 purchase order for a passenger boarding bridge at the Cruise Terminal
• $1,308,000.00 contract for design and construction of a new Animal Shelter facility
• Public hearings to declare structures on Alexander Street, Congress Street, Glennon Avenue, and New Conti Street as public nuisances
• Rezoning of 3200 and 3202 Old Shell Road from R-1 and B-3 to B-3
• $350,000.00 contract with Dorsey & Dorsey Engineering, Inc. for 2022 PAYGO resurfacing

The City Council approved several infrastructure and equipment contracts, including a new animal shelter and street sweepers. The council also granted noise ordinance waivers and ordered the demolition of two public nuisance structures.

• Approved $1.308M contract with Clark Greer Latham and Assoc., Inc. for new animal shelter (7-0)
• Approved $552,588 purchase order to Sansom Equipment Co., Inc. for 2 street sweepers (7-0)
• Approved $279,204 contract with Christian Preus Landscape Architecture for park improvements (7-0)
• Approved $182,394 purchase order to Beard Equipment Company for 2 golf course mowers (7-0)
• Approved noise ordinance waivers for Order of Mystics at 254 St. Anthony Street (7-0)
• Ordered demolition of public nuisance structures at 1253 Glennon Avenue and 1713 New Conti (7-0)
• Tabled demolition orders for 59 Alexander Street and 1160 Congress Street for 60 days (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Mobile Pedal Tours, LLC (7-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council is reviewing several proposed contracts, zoning amendments, and public nuisance declarations. Items include funding for park improvements, street sweeper purchases, and demolition orders for specific structures. A public hearing will also address electric pedal vehicle operations.

• $1,308,000 contract for design and construction of a new Animal Shelter facility
• $442,550 contract for exterior renovations at the History Museum of Mobile
• Zoning amendments for the Downtown Development District
• Purchase orders for street sweepers totaling $552,588.00 each
• Demolition orders for structures at 1205 Noble C. Beasley and 2010 Tucker Street

The City Council approved amendments to the Downtown Development District zoning code and adopted the 2022 Civic Center Site Master Plan. Several property rezoning requests were approved, and multiple purchase orders for city equipment and services were authorized.

• Adopted amended Downtown Development District zoning ordinance 64-063-2022 (6-1)
• Approved rezoning of property at south side of Dauphin Street to R-3 Multi-Family Residential (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2819 Government Boulevard to B-2 Neighborhood Business District (7-0)
• Adopted 'Master Plan Civic Center Site by Populous 2022' (7-0)
• Approved $442,550 contract with Melvin Pierce Painting, Inc. for History Museum of Mobile renovations (7-0)
• Approved $57,933 purchase order to Donohoo Chevrolet, LLC for a Chevrolet Tahoe (7-0)
• Declared structure at 1205 Noble C. Beasley Avenue a public nuisance and ordered demolition (7-0)
• Tabled zoning ordinance 64-060-2022 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a restated Animals and Fowl code establishing new definitions, owner duties, and a fine schedule. The council also authorized several infrastructure contracts and discretionary fund appropriations for local organizations.

• Adopted amended and restated Chapter 7 Animals and Fowl code (7-0)
• Approved $484,027.75 contract with Chris Brewer Contracting, Inc. for Ziebach Waste Water Treatment Plant demolition (6-0)
• Approved $296,657.44 contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood, Inc. for Police Department Mounted Unit facility (6-0)
• Approved $70,000.00 contract with Ardurra Group, Inc. for Stickney Drainage Study (6-0)
• Approved $1,000 appropriation to Alabama Association Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $2,000 appropriation to Stewart Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (6-0)
• Approved $2,500 appropriation to RevitalizeDIP (6-0)
• Approved $2,000 appropriation to Forest Hill Elementary School (6-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council is reviewing several items including noise ordinance waivers and public hearings for building demolitions. The agenda also includes significant financial resolutions regarding infrastructure projects and municipal contracts.

• Approval of multi-family housing revenue bonds not to exceed $438,231,000.00
• Public hearings for demolishing structures at 607 Petit Avenue, 357 Rylands Lane, and 604 Titi Street
• A $2,008,451.45 change order for the Broad Street Redevelopment Project
• Contract for partial demolition of the Ziebach Waste Water Treatment Plant for $484,027.75
• Rezoning of properties on Cottage Hill Road, Demetropolis Road, and Garmons Lane

The City Council approved the issuance of multi-family housing revenue bonds not to exceed $438,231,000 for projects including Inverness Lakes and Lakeview at Cottage Hill. The Council also approved several purchase orders for city equipment and a $4.9M fund transfer for a new cruise terminal gangway. Additionally, a rezoning request for properties on Cottage Hill Road was adopted.

• Approved issuance of multi-family housing revenue bonds up to $438,231,000 (6-0)
• Approved $4.9M transfer from General Fund to Capital Improvement Fund for new cruise terminal gangway (6-0)
• Adopted rezoning of properties on Cottage Hill Road, Demetropolis Road, and Garmons Lane from R-2 and B-2 to B-2 (6-0)
• Approved $147,400 purchase order to Sunbelt Fire, Inc. for MFRD turnout gear (6-0)
• Approved $47,287.69 purchase order to Schaefer Plastics North America, LLC for 793 trash containers (6-0)
• Approved $19,593.90 purchase order for managed network threat protection (6-0)
• Approved $2,008,451.45 change order for Broad Street Redevelopment Project (6-0)
• Approved $125,526.75 change order for Texas Street Rehabilitation Project (6-0)

City Council

The council is reviewing several ordinances to adopt updated building, fire, and plumbing codes. The agenda includes public hearings for property rezonings and orders to demolish multiple structures. Additionally, the body will consider various contracts and fund transfers for infrastructure and public safety.

• Transfer of $4,900,000.00 from the General Fund to the Capital Improvement Fund for a new Cruise Terminal gangway
• Change order of $2,008,451.45 for the Broad Street Redevelopment Project
• Public hearing for rezoning Cottage Hill Road, Demetropolis Road, and Garmons Lane
• Contract for stormwater litter collection with Osprey Initiative, LLC for $500,000.00
• Purchase of 375 cases of Winchester 9MM ammunition for MPD for $80,463.75

The City Council approved a series of updated municipal codes, including the 2021 International Building, Fire, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Residential codes, as well as a new Housing Code. The council also authorized several vendor contracts and approved the demolition of three structures declared as public nuisances.

• Adopted 2021 International Building, Fire, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Residential Codes (7-0)
• Adopted new Housing Code and Property Maintenance Code (7-0)
• Approved $459,414.18 purchase order to Arcadis US, Inc. for vehicle detection equipment (7-0)
• Approved $500,000 contract with Osprey Initiative, LLC for stormwater litter collection (7-0)
• Ordered demolition of structures at 1853 Toulmin Avenue, 1302 Virginia Street, and 2721 Ralston Road (7-0)
• Tabled demolition of structure at 850 Victory Drive, W. (7-0)
• Approved $80,463.75 purchase order for 9mm ammunition for MPD (7-0)
• Granted five Noise Ordinance waivers for events at Mardi Gras Park, Bienville Square, and residential addresses (7-0)

City Council

The council will consider introducing several new municipal codes, including building, fire, plumbing, and electrical standards. The meeting also includes public hearings for structure demolitions and reviews of various city service contracts.

• Introduction of new municipal codes for building, fire, plumbing, and electrical standards
• Approval of multi-family housing revenue bonds not to exceed $438,231,000.00
• Contract for stormwater litter collection services up to $500,000.00
• Purchase order for vehicle detection equipment at 8 intersections for $459,414.18
• Janitorial services contract totaling $789,696.00 over three years

The Council approved several purchase orders for city equipment and services, including a $263,232 annual janitorial contract. Several structures were declared public nuisances and ordered for demolition, while others had demolition costs fixed. Multiple ordinances regarding building, electrical, and fire codes were introduced and held over for future meetings.

• Approved $263,232 annual janitorial services contract with RGLG, Inc. d/b/a ServiceMaster Services
• Approved $300,000 annual wireless telephone services contract with Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless
• Approved $168,510 purchase order for a lift truck for Traffic Engineering Dept.
• Approved $231,306 purchase order for a replacement chiller at Mobile Museum of Art
• Approved $130,306 purchase order to Syn-Tech Systems, Inc. for fueling station upgrades
• Ordered demolition of structure at 1413 Chinquapin Street (7-0)
• Fixed demolition costs at $2,700 for 1337 Congress Street and $4,450 for 1481 John H. Campbell, Sr. Way
• Approved $5,000 appropriation to The Child Advocacy Center, Inc. (7-0)

City Council

The council will consider several public hearings regarding building demolitions and property rezonings. The meeting includes discussions on city contracts for janitorial services, wireless equipment, and infrastructure improvements. Presentations are also scheduled regarding the Mobile Sports Authority and the Civic Center project.

• Approval of multi-family housing revenue bonds not to exceed $438,231,000.00
• Authorization of a janitorial services contract for $263,232.00 per year
• Public hearings for the demolition of structures at 2070 Victory Drive, W., 2715 Collins Street, S., and 2901 Emogene Street
• Authorization of a wireless telephone services contract with Verizon Wireless not to exceed $300,000.00 per year
• Approval of a $50,000.00 grant application for the Overdose Through Community-level Intervention Initiative

The Council approved rezoning for properties on Cedar Crescent Drive and Zeigler Boulevard, and authorized the demolition of several public nuisance structures. They also approved various service contracts and grant applications, while denying resolutions related to racial polarization studies.

• Approved rezoning of 1451 Cedar Crescent Drive from R-3 to R-3 with specific conditions (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Zeigler Blvd and North University Blvd from R-1 to B-2 (5-0)
• Approved acquisition of Lots 1 & 2 Municipal Park from MAWSS (5-0)
• Ordered demolition of public nuisances at 456 Elmwood Drive, 963 Donald Street, and 714 Iris Avenue (5-0)
• Denied resolution to retain counsel for reapportionment ordinance review (1-2)
• Denied resolution to hire consultant for racial polarization study (3-0)
• Approved $525,574.20 contract with Alabama Power Company for telemetry and software (5-0)
• Approved $3,500 appropriation for Murphy High School JROTC (5-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council is reviewing several items including infrastructure contracts and noise ordinance waivers. The agenda includes a large contract for roadway markings and multiple requests to declare certain structures public nuisances for demolition. Additionally, the council will consider various fund transfers and purchase orders for city departments.

• $1,105,912.50 contract with TRP Construction Group, LLC for citywide roadway striping and markings
• Public hearings to declare structures at 310 Hosflast Lane, 480 Wellington Street, and Dauphin Island Parkway as public nuisances for demolition
• $50,500.00 contract with Bill Smith Electric, Inc. for athletic field lighting at Michael Figures Park
• $19,748.00 purchase order to G.A. Precision, LLC for four Winchester rifles for the Mobile Police Department
• $47,721.00 annual contract with Diversified Maintenance-RWS, LLC for janitorial services at GulfQuest Maritime Museum

The Mobile City Council approved a $1,205,912.50 contract with TRP Construction Group, LLC for citywide roadway striping and markings. The council also authorized a $50,500 contract for athletic field lighting at Michael Figures Park and a $143,163 three-year janitorial services contract for the GulfQuest Maritime Museum. All votes were unanimous with six members present and one absent.

• Approved $1,205,912.50 contract with TRP Construction Group, LLC for citywide roadway striping and markings
• Approved $50,500 contract with Bill Smith Electric, Inc. for combo athletic field lighting at Michael Figures Park
• Approved $143,163 three-year janitorial services contract with Diversified Maintenance-RWS, LLC for GulfQuest Maritime Museum
• Approved $38,666.14 change order with James H. Adams & Son Construction Co., Inc. for Ann Street Rehabilitation Project
• Approved lease agreement with Mobile County for city-owned property at 6449 Moffett Road for Sheriff's non-equestrian use
• Declared structures at 310 Hosfelt Lane, 480 Wellington Street, 1042 Dauphin Island Parkway, and 1050 Dauphin Island Parkway as public nuisances and ordered demolition
• Approved $40,850 payment to Direct Communications Co. for marketing services supporting Aniah's Law passage in November 2022 general election
• Approved 11 noise ordinance waivers for various events and locations across the city

City Council

The council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including citywide roadway striping and N. McGregor Ave reconstruction. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding building demolitions and requests for noise ordinance waivers.

• $1,105,912.50 contract for citywide roadway striping and markings
• $345,298.88 purchase order for eight Dodge Durango patrol vehicles
• $1,767,061.96 contract for N. McGregor Ave reconstruction
• Public hearings to declare structures on Hayles Street, N. Cedar Street, Seneca Street, and S. Cody Road as public nuisances
• $297,819.00 purchase order for a digger-derrick truck

The Mobile City Council approved a $1.77 million contract with John G. Walton Construction Company for the reconstruction of North McGregor Avenue, and authorized a $345,298.88 purchase of eight Dodge Durango patrol vehicles for the police department. The council also rezoned 7.1 acres on Dauphin Island Parkway from R-3/B-3 to R-3 multi-family residential, and declared multiple structures as public nuisances to be demolished. Several items were held over for future meetings, including a definition of the Central Business District and a contract for citywide roadway striping.

• Approved $1,767,061.96 contract for N. McGregor Ave reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved $345,298.88 purchase of 8 Dodge Durango patrol vehicles for MPD (5-0)
• Rezoned 712-718 Dauphin Island Parkway from R-3/B-3 to R-3 (5-0)
• Declared structures at 1101 S. Broad St., 2657 Hayles St., 1212 Seneca St., and 111 S. Cody Rd. as public nuisances and ordered demolition (5-0 each)
• Approved $66,816 purchase order for AC units at Springhill Recreation Center (5-0)
• Approved $297,819 purchase order for digger-derrick truck for Traffic Engineering (5-0)
• Approved $48,672 purchase order for roof/floor upgrades at Fire Dept. Drill Center (5-0)
• Approved $78,000 contract for court reporting services with Jennie Brown (5-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council is reviewing a zoning change for property on Dauphin Island Parkway. The agenda also includes several large purchase orders for police equipment, vehicles, and sanitation trucks. Additionally, the council will consider a contract for N. McGregor Avenue reconstruction.

• Rezoning of 712, 716, and 718 Dauphin Island Parkway from R-3 and B-3 to R-3
• $1,767,061.96 contract for N. McGregor Ave. reconstruction
• $1,017,612.00 purchase order for three side-load garbage trucks
• $345,298.88 purchase order for eight patrol vehicles
• $86,344.00 purchase order for body armor plates

The Mobile City Council approved a $1.77 million contract with John G. Walton Construction Company for the reconstruction of North McGregor Avenue, and authorized over $2.5 million in purchases including five garbage trucks, police vehicles, and equipment. The council also confirmed Ellis Foster to the Mobile Housing Authority and recommended ABC licenses for three downtown establishments. Several items were held over for further consideration.

• Approved $1,767,061.96 contract for North McGregor Ave reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved $1,017,612 for three 2021 side-load garbage trucks (6-0)
• Approved $704,312 for two 2022 side-load garbage trucks (6-0)
• Approved $345,298.88 for eight Dodge Durango patrol vehicles (held over)
• Approved appointment of Ellis Foster Jr. to Mobile Housing Authority (6-0)
• Approved $70,000 marketing contract with SPIRE, LLC (6-0)
• Recommended ABC lounge retail liquor license for Holiday Inn Downtown (6-0)
• Recommended ABC restaurant retail liquor license for Grace at 555 Dauphin St (6-0)

City Council

The council is reviewing several noise ordinance waivers and public hearings regarding demolition costs. The agenda also includes various resolutions for city equipment purchases and infrastructure contracts.

• Purchase of side-load garbage trucks from Sansom Equipment Co., Inc. for $1,017,612.00
• Contract with Ketom Construction Co., Inc. for $550,000.00 for repairs at the Arthur R. Outlaw Convention Center
• Contract with Mott MacDonald Alabama, LLC for $310,000.00 for Cypress Shores drainage improvements
• Public hearings to fix demolition costs for structures on College Street, Congress Street, and Persimmon Street
• Purchase of gas masks and filters from W W Grainger, Inc. for $110,637.80

The Mobile City Council adopted the 2022-2023 General Fund, Capital Improvements Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets after approving five amendments that shifted funds to ditch maintenance, veterans recovery, and other programs. An amendment to move $600,000 from Altapointe Health Systems to a new Resiliency Office for mental health services failed on a 2-2 vote with three abstentions. The council also approved contracts for drainage improvements, convention center repairs, and a McGregor Avenue reconstruction agreement with MAWSS.

• Adopted 2022-2023 General Fund, Capital Improvements Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets with five amendments (6-1)
• Failed amendment #6 to shift $600,000 from Altapointe to Resiliency Office for mental health (2-2, 3 abstentions)
• Approved $10,877.50 contract amendment with Speaks & Associates for McRae Avenue drainage engineering (7-0)
• Authorized $550,000 contract with Ketom Construction for Arthur R. Outlaw Convention Center exterior repairs (7-0)
• Approved $310,000 contract with Mott MacDonald for Cypress Shores drainage improvements (7-0)
• Held over Medevac Alabama ambulance certificate for 90 days until January 3, 2023 (7-0)
• Tabled $10,000 appropriation to McGill-Toolen Catholic High School (7-0)
• Approved $1,063,380 agreement with MAWSS for McGregor Avenue widening (7-0)

City Council

The council will consider several requests for noise ordinance waivers and hold public hearings regarding the demolition of nuisance structures. The agenda also includes introductions for various city equipment purchases and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing for Medevac Alabama, Inc. ambulance service certificate
• Contract for exterior repairs at Arthur R. Outlaw Convention Center ($550,000.00)
• Purchase order for gas masks and filters for MPD ($110,637.80)
• Contract for Cypress Shores drainage improvements ($310,000.00)
• Rezone property at 915 and 907 Hillcrest Road from B-2 to B-3

The Mobile City Council adopted an ordinance amending contract procedures to exempt performance contracts under $5,000 from liability insurance requirements, and approved a rezoning of properties at 915 and 907 Hillcrest Road from B-2 to B-3. The council also held over a central business district definition ordinance for three weeks, and approved numerous resolutions including a $200,000 public safety recruiting marketing contract and a $140,000 reallocation for a chiller at the Mobile Museum of Art.

• Adopted ordinance amending contract procedures to waive liability insurance for performance contracts under $5,000 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 915 and 907 Hillcrest Road from B-2 to B-3 (5-0)
• Held over central business district definition ordinance for three weeks until October 11, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract with Davis South Barnette & Patrick for public safety recruiting digital marketing (5-0)
• Approved $140,000 reallocation from Mobile Museum of Art HVAC to replace chiller (5-0)
• Approved $45,000/year for 3 years agreement with Four Moons LLC to track disadvantaged business participation (5-0)
• Declared structures at 2659 Reaves Street, 122 Michael Donald Avenue, 562 Marcus Drive, and 5014 Perin Road as public nuisances and ordered demolition (5-0 each)
• Approved $1,000 appropriation to Alpha Charitable Foundation and $500 to Lillie B. Williamson High School from discretionary funds (5-0 each)

City Council

The council will vote to adopt the 2022-2023 General Fund, Capital Improvements, and Convention Center budgets. The agenda also includes public hearings for property rezonings and several structure demolitions. Additionally, various contracts for city services and equipment are up for consideration.

• Adoption of 2022-2023 General Fund, Capital Improvements, and Convention Center budgets
• Rezoning of 915 and 907 Hillcrest Road from B-2 to B-3
• $109,000.00 contract with Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC for tree removal on Dauphin St.
• $108,038.00 purchase order for park benches, trash receptacles, and picnic tables
• Public hearings to declare structures at 2721 Harper Avenue and 107 Randolph Street as public nuisances

The Mobile City Council held over the proposed 2022-2023 General Fund, Capital Improvements Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets until September 27, 2022, after a motion by Councilmember Carroll. The council also approved multiple resolutions, including utility relocation agreements for the McGregor Avenue widening project, purchase orders for city equipment, and the demolition of several blighted structures. Noise ordinance waivers were granted for two events at Public Safety Memorial Park.

• Held over the 2022-2023 General Fund, Capital Improvements Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets until September 27, 2022.
• Approved utility relocation agreements with Uniti Fiber, Alabama Power, Spire-Gulf, Comcast, CenturyLink, and AT&T for the McGregor Avenue widening project.
• Approved purchase orders for garbage collection management system ($21,030), body armor vests for MPD ($20,553), irrigation controllers for parks ($19,720), and other equipment.
• Approved purchase order to Asplundh Tree Expert for tree removal on Dauphin Street ($109,000).
• Approved purchase order to Struthers Recreation for park benches, trash receptacles, and picnic tables ($108,038).
• Granted noise ordinance waivers for Clara Cunningham King (Oct 22) and India Andrews Hartman (Nov 19) at Public Safety Memorial Park.
• Ordered demolition of structures at 1109 Adams St, 1110 Adams St, 255 Clay St, 209 Lexington Ave, 2721 Harper Ave, 107 Randolph St, and 1612 Wardwood Dr.
• Held over demolition of structure at 1005 Texas St for 60 days until November 15, 2022.

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings regarding the adoption of the General Fund, Capital Improvements Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets for 2022-2023. The agenda also includes utility agreements for McGregor Ave. widening and various service contracts.

• Adoption of the 2022-2023 General Fund, Capital Improvements, and Convention Center budgets
• $1,500,000 appropriation for the TIGER/Dr. MLK Jr. Ave./Broad Street project
• $160,000 contract with Southern Earth Sciences, Inc. for City Wide Resurfacing
• $205,940 contract for oil/water separator replacement at the Municipal Garage
• Utility agreements with Alabama Power and AT&T for McGregor Ave. widening

The Mobile City Council unanimously approved an intergovernmental agreement to contribute $5 million toward the Mobile County Sportsplex, including $2 million for a soccer complex and $3 million for an aquatics center. The council also approved several contracts and purchase orders, including a $1.5 million appropriation for the TIGER/MLK/Broad Street project and a $160,000 resurfacing contract. A public hearing was held on the 2022-2023 budgets, but adoption was held over to the next meeting.

• Approved $5M contribution to Mobile County Sportsplex (7-0)
• Approved $1.5M appropriation for TIGER/MLK/Broad St. project (7-0)
• Approved $160,000 contract with Southern Earth Sciences for city-wide resurfacing (7-0)
• Approved $205,940 contract with Rob't J. Baggett for oil/water separator replacement (7-0)
• Approved $210,000/year EMS billing contract with EMS Management and Consultants (7-0)
• Approved contract with Newman's Medical Services for deceased body transport (7-0)
• Approved agreement with AVENU Insights for tax revenue collection (7-0)
• Granted three noise ordinance waivers for events (7-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including a large-scale road resurfacing project and park improvements. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding shuttle services and the demolition of nuisance structures. Additionally, the council will address various noise ordinance waivers and budget communications.

• $10,062,169.24 contract for City Wide Resurfacing
• $1,500,000.00 appropriation for the TIGER/Dr. MLK Jr. Ave./Broad Street project
• Public hearings to declare structures at 215 1/2 Norman St, 1111 Springhill Ave, and 423 Mohawk St as public nuisances
• $267,720.00 contract for the James Seals Park community center roof
• Rezoning of Halls Mill Road property from R-1, B-3, and I-1 to I-1

The Mobile City Council approved a $10,062,169.24 contract with H.O. Weaver & Sons Construction for city-wide street resurfacing in districts 1-7. The council also rezoned four parcels on Halls Mill Road to light industrial, appointed two new municipal court judges, and approved multiple noise ordinance waivers and nuisance abatement orders. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $10,062,169.24 contract for 2022 CIP city-wide resurfacing (7-0)
• Rezoned 4119-4175 Halls Mill Road from R-1/B-3/I-1 to I-1 light industrial (7-0)
• Appointed Christopher A. Arledge and Shelbonnie Hall as full-time municipal court judges (7-0)
• Approved $267,720 contract for James Seals Park Community Center roof (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waivers for 1906 Springhill Ave, 1365 MLK Jr Ave, 82 Burtonwood Dr, Langan Park, and 6252 Fontaine Dr (7-0 each)
• Declared structure at 215 1/2 Norman St a public nuisance and ordered demolition (7-0)
• Tabled nuisance declaration for 1111 Springhill Ave (7-0)
• Approved $500 appropriation to Mobile United and $2,000 to John L. LeFlore High School from discretionary funds (7-0)

City Council

The council is reviewing a rezoning request for Halls Mill Road and several noise ordinance waivers. The agenda also includes large contracts for road maintenance, park improvements, and various police and fire department equipment.

• Rezoning of Halls Mill Road from R-1, B-3, and I-1 to I-1
• $10,062,169.24 contract for city-wide resurfacing
• $1,627,757.05 contract for synthetic turf at Matthews Park
• $267,720.00 contract for James Seals Park community center roof
• $39,465.00 purchase order for an electric garbage truck charging station

The City Council voted 4-3 to deny an appeal of the Architectural Review Board's decision to reject wood plank flooring at 518 Dauphin Street. The Council approved multiple purchase orders, including $1.63M for synthetic turf at Matthews Park and $10.06M for city-wide resurfacing (held over). Several noise ordinance waivers were granted for events at parks and stadiums.

• Denied appeal of ARB's denial of wood plank flooring at 518 Dauphin Street (3-4)
• Approved $1,627,757 contract with AEIKER Construction for synthetic turf at Matthews Park (7-0)
• Approved $39,465 purchase order for mobile charging station for electric garbage truck (7-0)
• Approved $54,750 purchase order for emergency generator for Fire Station #16 (7-0)
• Approved $47,700 purchase order for ammunition for Mobile Police Department (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver for Mill Street Park on Sept 3, 2022 (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver for Ladd-Peebles Stadium on Oct 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Tabled noise ordinance waiver for 572 Wellington Street on Sept 3, 2022

City Council

The council is reviewing several rezoning requests and noise ordinance waivers for various locations. They are also considering multiple contracts for city equipment, infrastructure repairs, and public safety services.

• $3,000,000.00 NOAA grant application for Marine Debris Removal
• $1,627,757.05 contract for synthetic turf at Matthews Park
• $178,149.00 elevator repairs at the Convention Center
• $150,000.00 medical director services contract for MFRD
• Rezoning of 2100 N. University Boulevard from R-1 to B-2

The Mobile City Council adopted two zoning changes: one at Cottage Hill and Sollie Roads from B-2/B-1 to B-2, and another at 2100 North University Boulevard from R-1 to B-2. The council also approved a $178,149 purchase order for elevator repairs at the Convention Center, a $150,000 contract for fire-rescue medical director services, and a $56,738 change order for the Hillsdale drainage ditch. Several noise ordinance waivers were granted or tabled, and the council authorized a $3 million NOAA grant application for marine debris removal.

• Rezoned property at SE corner of Cottage Hill and Sollie Roads from B-2/B-1 to B-2 (7-0)
• Rezoned property at 2100 North University Boulevard from R-1 to B-2 (6-0, Penn abstained)
• Approved $178,149 purchase order to KONE Inc. for elevator repairs at Convention Center (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 contract with D L Dyess MD LLC for fire-rescue medical director services (7-0)
• Approved $56,738 change order with C. Thornton Inc. for Hillsdale drainage ditch (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waivers for 618 Belsaw Ave, Mardi Gras Park, 4791 Lesure Rd, and 82 Burtonwood Dr (all 7-0)
• Tabled noise ordinance waiver for 1678 Darwood Drive (7-0)
• Authorized $3 million NOAA grant application for marine debris removal (7-0)

City Council

The council will review ordinances regarding the reapportionment of the seven City Council districts. The agenda also includes public hearings for property rezonings and building demolitions. Additionally, several resolutions for city service contracts and pension payments are up for consideration.

• Ordinances to reapportion the seven City Council districts
• $470,000 and $465,000 lump sum payments to retirees and pension beneficiaries
• $326,787.00 purchase order for a MFRD Training Center building
• Public hearing to rezone 2100 N. University Boulevard from R-1 to B-2
• $178,149.00 contract for elevator repairs at the Convention Center

The Mobile City Council adopted two rezoning ordinances: one for property at 162 and 186 East Drive from R-1 to R-2 (with conditions for up to 23 single-family homes), and another for the south terminus of Bowden Road from R-A to I-1. The council also approved several resolutions, including a $1,000,000 master service agreement with Volkert, Inc. for TIF District streetscape improvements, an intergovernmental agreement with Mobile County for $150,000 for the Africatown Welcome Center, a $50,125 contract amendment with Neel-Schaffer for McGregor Avenue widening, and three settlement agreements (Burkett, Bracy, Cariglino). A resolution to demolish a structure at 1162 Congress Street was tabled.

• Adopted rezoning at 162 & 186 East Drive from R-1 to R-2 (7-0)
• Adopted rezoning at south terminus of Bowden Road from R-A to I-1 (7-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 master service agreement with Volkert, Inc. for TIF District streetscape improvements (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 intergovernmental agreement with Mobile County for Africatown Welcome Center planning (7-0)
• Approved $50,125 contract amendment with Neel-Schaffer for McGregor Avenue widening (7-0)
• Approved settlement agreements for claims by Burkett, Bracy, and Cariglino (7-0 each)
• Tabled resolution to demolish structure at 1162 Congress Street (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waivers for events on Dec 11 and Dec 18 (7-0 each)

City Council

The Mobile City Council is reviewing several items, including a proposal to rezone property on South Florida Street and an ordinance for council district redistricting. The agenda also includes various purchase orders for police vehicles, equipment, and streetscape improvements. Additionally, the council will consider noise ordinance waivers for specific events.

• Purchase of 44 Tahoe and 8 Durango Police Package SUVs for $550,680.00
• Agreement with Volkert, Inc. for U.S. Hwy. 45 streetscape improvements for $129,146.03
• Lump sum payment of $470,000.00 to eligible retirees and beneficiaries
• Ordinance for the reapportionment of the seven Council districts
• Public hearing for rezoning 16-22 South Florida Street from R-1/B-2 to R-3

The Mobile City Council approved several purchase orders and contracts, including $550,680 for 44 Tahoe and 8 Durango police SUVs, $199,800 for vehicles for the MPD Cyber Division, and $129,146 for U.S. Hwy 45 streetscape improvements. Three noise ordinance waivers were granted for events at Bragg-Mitchell Mansion and Cooper Riverside Park. Two ordinances, including a rezoning and redistricting plan, were introduced and held over for further consideration.

• Approved $550,680 purchase order for 44 Tahoe and 8 Durango police SUVs (6-0)
• Approved $199,800 purchase order for vehicles for MPD Cyber Division (6-0)
• Approved $129,146 contract with Volkert, Inc. for U.S. Hwy 45 streetscape improvements (6-0)
• Approved $50,100 contract with Thompson Engineering for Wolf Ridge/Beau Terra sidewalks (6-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver for Bragg-Mitchell Mansion event on Sept 24 (6-0)
• Granted two noise ordinance waivers for Cooper Riverside Park events on Aug 20 and Sept 24 (6-0)
• Approved $500 appropriation to Dearborn YMCA and $1,000 each to Ervin Craighead Elementary and Pillans Middle School (6-0)
• Approved $2,500 appropriation to Feeding the Gulf Coast (6-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council is reviewing held-over resolutions regarding the purchase of police SUVs and maintenance services. The meeting also includes the introduction of new contracts for streetscape improvements, sidewalk construction, and fire station repairs. Additionally, the council will consider noise ordinance waivers for events at Cooper Riverside Park.

• $550,680.00 purchase order for 44 Tahoe and 8 Durango police SUVs
• $129,146.03 contract for U.S. Hwy. 45 streetscape improvements
• $459,299.93 purchase of a vacuum truck for the Public Works Department
• $78,060.00 contract for re-roofing Fire Station #17
• Public hearing to consider rezoning Halls Mill Road property to I-1

The Mobile City Council approved several resolutions, including a $550,680 purchase order for police SUVs (held over from prior meetings), a $15,155 maintenance contract for MIT, a $459,299.93 vacuum truck for Public Works, a $116,961 fence installation contract, and a street vacation for the Alabama State Port Authority. The council also granted two noise ordinance waivers for events at Cooper Riverside Park and approved multiple discretionary fund appropriations. Several resolutions were held over for further consideration, including appointments to the McGowin Park Improvement District and a settlement agreement.

• Approved $550,680 purchase order for 44 Tahoe and 8 Durango police SUVs (6-0)
• Approved $15,155 maintenance contract with Vertiv Corporation for MIT (6-0)
• Approved $459,299.93 purchase order for vacuum truck for Public Works (6-0)
• Approved $116,961 contract with Hagan Storm Fence for Brookley by the Bay fence installation (6-0)
• Approved vacation of portion of Virginia Street near APMT terminal (6-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waivers for Ronald McDonald House and Mobile Baykeeper events at Cooper Riverside Park (6-0)
• Approved $3,140 reallocation for youth fishing trip (6-0)
• Held over resolution for McGowin Park Improvement District director appointments (6-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council will review various contracts for police vehicles, sidewalk improvements, and public works equipment. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding property demolitions and street vacations.

• Purchase of 44 Tahoe and 8 Durango Police Package SUVs for $550,680.00
• Agreement with Alabama Dept. of Transportation for Dauphin Island Pkwy sidewalks ($173,161.89)
• Purchase order for a vacuum truck for Public Works ($459,299.93)
• Public hearing to declare structures at 35 S. Reed Avenue and 1415 Eslava Street as public nuisances
• Contract for fence installation at Brookley by the Bay ($116,961.00)

The Mobile City Council approved several resolutions, including a $550,680 purchase order for 44 Tahoe and 8 Durango police package SUVs, which was held over for one week. They also approved a $173,161.89 agreement with ALDOT for sidewalks on Dauphin Island Parkway, a $158,092.75 contract for Trimmier Park football stadium improvements, and a $45,000 reallocation for sidewalk project advertising fees. Additionally, they granted seven noise ordinance waivers for various park events and approved multiple consent resolutions, including appointments, grants, and nuisance abatements.

• Approved $550,680 purchase order for 44 Tahoe and 8 Durango police SUVs (held over one week)
• Approved $173,161.89 ALDOT agreement for Dauphin Island Pkwy sidewalks (7-0)
• Approved $158,092.75 contract with Kimley-Horn for Trimmier Park football stadium improvements (7-0)
• Approved $45,000 reallocation for Dauphin Island Pkwy sidewalk advertising fees (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waivers for 7 park events (7-0 each)
• Approved $163,977 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant application (7-0)
• Declared structures at 35 S. Reed Ave and 1415 Eslava St public nuisances, ordered demolition (7-0 each)
• Approved $1,000 appropriation to Old Shell Road School and $2,000 to USA JAG-GALS (7-0 each)

City Council

The council will consider adopting a new Unified Development Code to replace current zoning ordinances. The agenda also includes public hearings for the demolition of several structures declared as public nuisances and reviews of various city contracts.

• $30 million Project Terminal Agreement with the Mobile Airport Authority
• Adoption of the "City of Mobile Unified Development Code" to replace current zoning laws
• Purchase of police SUVs for $550,680.00
• Demolition orders for structures on Adams Street, Clay Street, and Michigan Avenue
• $173,161.89 agreement with ALDOT for sidewalks on Dauphin Island Parkway

The Mobile City Council unanimously adopted the Unified Development Code, replacing the 1991 zoning ordinance, after a public hearing with opposition from Sand Town residents. The council also approved a $30 million project terminal agreement with the Mobile Airport Authority and several purchase orders and contracts. Multiple demolition resolutions for nuisance properties were either adopted or held over for further review.

• Adopted Unified Development Code, replacing Chapter 64 zoning ordinance (7-0)
• Approved $30M project terminal agreement with Mobile Airport Authority (7-0)
• Approved $18,600.93 excavator purchase from Gulf Coast Marine Supply (7-0)
• Approved $30,630 Ford Explorer purchase from Stivers Ford Lincoln (7-0)
• Approved $197,041.30 garbage truck purchase from Sansom Equipment (7-0)
• Approved $27,648 cloud backup software subscription from Carahsoft (7-0)
• Approved $24,500 gravestone repairs at Church Street Graveyard (7-0)
• Held over demolition resolutions for 1109, 1110 Adams St, 255 Clay St, 209 Lexington Ave for 60 days

City Council

The council will review a proposed $30 million terminal agreement with the Mobile Airport Authority and several city contracts. The agenda also includes noise ordinance waiver requests and a public hearing for a medical transportation shuttle service.

• $30 million Project Terminal Agreement with Mobile Airport Authority
• $449,671 contract with The Water Institute of the Gulf for a resilience assessment
• $197,041.30 purchase order for a garbage truck from Sansom Equipment Co. Inc.
• Rezone property at North University Blvd and Lebaron Dr. from R-1 to B-2
• $33,930 contract for security camera installation at the City Probation Office

The Mobile City Council approved a $449,671 contract with The Water Institute of the Gulf for a city-wide resilience assessment and plan, and rezoned 8.95 acres on North University Boulevard from R-1 to B-2. The council also granted three noise ordinance waivers, approved several purchase orders and resolutions, and held over multiple items for the July 12 meeting.

• Approved $449,671 contract with The Water Institute of the Gulf for resilience assessment (7-0)
• Rezoned 8.95 acres at North University Boulevard and LeBarron Drive from R-1 to B-2 (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver for 1906 Springhill Avenue on Nov 5 (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver for McNally Park on Jul 9 (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver for 156 South Broad Street on Jul 16 (7-0)
• Approved purchase orders for fuel, fertilizer, and work boots (7-0)
• Approved $10,500 reallocation for out-of-state track event transportation (7-0)
• Approved $2,000 appropriation to Opportunity 4 Entertainers & Performing Arts (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review held-over items including a $1 million design contract for Brookley by the Bay and traffic signal upgrades. The agenda also includes public communications regarding the downtown YMCA and police department complaints. Several noise ordinance waiver requests and various city contracts are also scheduled for consideration.

• $1,000,000 contract for Brookley by the Bay design and engineering services
• $235,598 purchase of hydraulic rescue equipment for MFRD
• Rezoning property at North University Blvd and Lebaron Dr from R-1 to B-2
• $144,036 contract for gangway maintenance at the Mobile Alabama Cruise Terminal
• $125,000 reallocation for traffic signal upgrades at University Blvd and Old Shell Rd

The Mobile City Council unanimously approved a $1,000,000 contract with Volkert, Inc. for design and engineering services for the Brookley by the Bay project. The council also approved several other contracts, including a $235,598 purchase for hydraulic rescue equipment, a $144,036 gangway maintenance contract, and a $33,424 server and security camera maintenance contract. Additionally, the council granted six noise ordinance waivers for various events and approved a $340,000 ADEM grant for a third recycling drop-off center.

• Approved $1,000,000 Volkert design contract for Brookley by the Bay (7-0)
• Approved $235,598 purchase order for hydraulic rescue equipment (7-0)
• Approved $144,036 gangway maintenance contract with Robert J. Baggett (7-0)
• Approved $33,424 Convergint contract for cruise terminal server/camera maintenance (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waivers for six events (7-0)
• Approved $340,000 ADEM grant for third recycling drop-off center (7-0)
• Approved $125,000 reallocation for traffic signal upgrades (7-0)
• Approved $48,350 contract for Bugler sculpture base at Memorial Park (7-0)

City Council

The council is reviewing several items including rezoning requests and various city contracts. The agenda also includes discussions on district redistricting, noise ordinance waivers, and infrastructure expenditures.

• Rezoning North University Blvd from R-1 to B-2
• $1,000,000 contract for Brookley by the Bay engineering services
• $449,671 contract for City-Wide Resilience Assessment and Plan
• $343,361.28 for improvements at Taylor Park, Baumhauer-Randle Park, and others
• $500,000 grant application for Hurricane Response Marine Debris Removal

The Mobile City Council adopted the 2021-2022 General Fund, Capital Improvements Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets by a 4-2 vote, after a motion to hold the resolution over for a week failed and a motion to vote on the funds separately also failed. The council also approved several purchase orders, including $120,124.80 for fire breathing apparatus and $69,663.60 for an EOD X-ray system for police, and adopted a resolution declaring a structure at 2775 Springhill Avenue a public nuisance and ordering its demolition. A resolution to reallocate $400,000 for CSX bridge painting was tabled.

• Adopted 2021-2022 General Fund, Capital Improvements Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets (4-2)
• Declared structure at 2775 Springhill Avenue a public nuisance and ordered demolition (6-0)
• Approved $120,124.80 purchase order to Sunbelt Fire Inc. for breathing apparatus (6-0)
• Approved $69,663.60 purchase order to Federal Resources Supply for portable EOD X-ray system (6-0)
• Approved $42,856.00 purchase order to CDW Government LLC for Microsoft Office subscriptions (6-0)
• Approved $16,465.75 purchase order to Friedrichs Custom Manufacturing for street barricade repair (6-0)
• Tabled $400,000 reallocation from C0464 to C0606 for CSX bridge painting (6-0)
• Approved three noise ordinance waivers for September 25, 2021 events (6-0 each)

City Council

The Mobile City Council is reviewing several held-over ordinances, including property rezonings at Cochrane Causeway and Montlimar Drive. The agenda also includes resolutions for various municipal contracts, such as police vehicles and fire equipment. Additionally, the council will hear public testimony regarding new taxi and shuttle services.

• Purchase of 59 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Package SUVs for $2,101,103.00
• Purchase of a Rapid Response Fire Boat for $1,257,312.16
• Contract for Mobile Riverfront Redevelopment Project consultant services for $766,895.00
• Rezone property at Cochrane Causeway and Dunlap Drive from R-1/I-2 to I-2
• Purchase of cyber security services for $291,510.00

The Mobile City Council approved a $2.1 million purchase of 59 Chevrolet Tahoe police SUVs, along with two rezoning ordinances and several other contracts and resolutions. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Councilmember Small absent. Several items were held over to the next meeting.

• Approved $2,101,103 purchase of 59 Chevrolet Tahoe police SUVs (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at Cochrane Causeway and Dunlap Drive from R-1/I-2 to I-2 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 1248 Montlimar Drive and 3500 Michael Boulevard from R-1/B-3 to B-3 (6-0)
• Approved $1,257,312 purchase of a rapid response fire boat (6-0)
• Approved $766,895 contract for Mobile Riverfront Redevelopment consulting (6-0)
• Approved $291,510 cybersecurity services contract with ThinkGard (6-0)
• Granted three noise ordinance waivers for events (6-0)
• Approved honorary renaming of Rushing Drive to Rev. David Campbell Sr. Drive (6-0)