Mobile public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Mobile City Council will consider multiple purchase orders, rezoning requests, public hearings, and contracts. Key items include a $3.68 million order for 87 police SUVs, a $1.34 million change order for Civic Center demolition, and a $1.63 million contract with Axon/Fusus. The council will also hold public hearings on a non-emergency medical transport service and an alley vacation.

• $3,676,572 purchase order to Hardy Chevrolet for 87 Chevrolet Tahoe SUVs for MPD
• $1,344,375.50 change order No. 2 with Sabre Demolition for Civic Center construction and demo
• $1,625,332.80 addendum to contract with Axon/Fusus for MPD
• Rezoning at 2660 Old Shell Road (R-1 and B-2 to B-2) and 674 Western Drive (B-1 to B-3)
• Noise ordinance waiver requests at 52 Westwood Street, 105 Williams Court, Mobile Carnival Museum, and 3903 Ashley Drive S.

The Mobile City Council approved the sale of 213.83 acres on Shelton Beach Road to The Rain Group, a nonprofit, and rezoned properties at 2660 Old Shell Road and 674 Western Drive. It also authorized a $3.68 million purchase of Chevrolet Tahoe SUVs for the police department and a $1.34 million change order for Civic Center demolition. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved sale of 213.83 acres on Shelton Beach Road to The Rain Group (6-0)
• Rezoned 2660 Old Shell Road from R-1/B-2 to B-2 (6-0)
• Rezoned 674 Western Drive from B-1 to B-3 (6-0)
• Approved $3,676,572 purchase of Chevrolet Tahoe SUVs for MPD (6-0)
• Approved $1,344,375.50 change order for Civic Center demolition (6-0)
• Approved $17,500 annual fire apparatus maintenance contract (6-0)
• Approved $31,162.80 purchase of Glock pistols for MPD (6-0)
• Approved $500,000 transfer for Taylor Park improvements (6-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council will hold public hearings to declare 11 structures public nuisances for demolition and consider two property rezonings. The body is also reviewing several high-value contracts and grant applications for city infrastructure and public safety.

• Purchase order for Chevrolet Tahoe SUVs for MPD: $3,676,572.00
• Grant application for Phase 3 of Broad St. Project: $25,000,000.00
• Change Order No. 2 with Sabre Demolition Corporation for Civic Center: $1,344,375.50 increase
• Rezoning requests for 2660 Old Shell Road and 674 Western Drive
• Purchase order for limestone for Hurtel Street parking lot: $176,500.00

The Mobile City Council approved a $1,344,375.50 transfer from the General Fund's unassigned balance to the Capital Improvement Fund for Civic Center demolition and construction. The council also approved contracts for park improvements, granted three noise ordinance waivers, and tabled an $8,300 appropriation to Africatown Community Development Corporation. Several ordinances and resolutions were introduced and held over for the December 17 meeting.

• Approved $1,344,375.50 transfer for Civic Center demo and construction (7-0)
• Approved $76,725 contract with WAS Design for Crawford-Murphy Park splashpad, parking, lighting (7-0)
• Approved $256,200 contract with Jpayne Organization for Springhill Recreation Center improvements (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver for 520 Glidden Place on Dec 13 (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver for 355 Government Street on Jan 11 (7-0)
• Granted noise ordinance waiver for 607 and 653 Government Street on Mar 1 (7-0)
• Tabled $8,300 appropriation to Africatown Community Development Corporation (7-0)
• Approved $25M RAISE grant application for Broad Street Phase 3 (7-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council will consider a $1.34 million transfer from the General Fund to the Capital Improvement Program for Civic Center demolition and construction. Other items include multiple contracts for road resurfacing, public safety software, and streetscape improvements, as well as funding for community organizations. The council will also set public hearings for a rezoning at 5301 Moffett Road and a non-emergency medical transport license.

• Transfer $1,344,375.50 from General Fund to CIP for Civic Center demolition and construction (res. 09-1182)
• Authorize $619,775 contract for 2024 PAYGO Resurfacing District 1 (res. 21-1162)
• Approve $58,940.36 purchase order for MPD command center vehicle storage vaults (res. 08-1155)
• Call for public hearing to consider rezoning 5301 Moffett Road from B-2 to B-3 (res. 41-1178)
• Authorize $76,725 agreement for Crawford-Murphy Park splashpad, parking, lighting (res. 01-1175)

City Council

The Mobile City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances that would amend sections of the city code related to loitering in parks, panhandling, and obstructions on sidewalks. These items have been held over from previous meetings. The council will also hear public comments regarding alleged abuse and neglect of unhoused and disabled individuals. Multiple resolutions with significant dollar amounts are up for approval, including contracts for the Japanese Gardens parking lot and Three Mile Creek Greenway Trail, as well as purchases for police and trash departments.

• Ordinances to amend loitering, panhandling, and sidewalk obstruction codes (held over)
• Contract for Japanese Gardens parking lot and Three Mile Creek Greenway Trail; $1,712,550.23
• Funding transfer for Japanese Gardens parking lot and greenway; $1,212,550.23
• Purchase of knuckle boom loaders for Trash Department; $902,416.00
• Rezoning of 2301 McFarland Road from R-1 to R-3 (held over)

City Council

The Mobile City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning of 2301 McFarland Road and on declaring several structures as public nuisances. The council will also vote on multiple contracts, including a $1.7 million trail construction project and a $287,000 contract for Broad Street redevelopment. Additionally, the council will consider noise ordinance waivers for three events and approve purchases for public safety equipment.

• Public hearing to consider rezoning 2301 McFarland Road from R-1 to R-3
• Contract with McElhenney Construction for Japanese Gardens parking lot and Three Mile Creek Greenway trail; $1,712,550.23
• Contract with Volkert for Broad Street Redevelopment Phase III design; $287,103.00
• Purchase of knuckle boom loaders for Trash Department; $902,416.00
• Noise ordinance waiver requests for Figures Park, 165 St. Emanuel Street, and 2301 Airport Boulevard

City Council

The Mobile City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning 6950 Moffett Road and modifying approvals for 1 Hardwood Lane. It will also vote on contracts including $625,000 for Gulf Coast Technology Center services, equipment purchases, and numerous community appropriations. Appointments to the Mobile Housing Authority and Racing Commission are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 6950 Moffett Road from LB-2 to R-1 (District 7)
• Authorize contract with Protec Video for Gulf Coast Technology Center; NTE $625,000
• Purchase order for knuckle boom loaders for Trash Department; $902,416
• Contract for storm drainage ditch cleaning near Langan Park; $450,000
• New splashpad at Laun Park; $286,990

City Council

The Mobile City Council will discuss amendments to city codes regarding loitering in parks, panhandling, and sidewalk obstructions. The body is also reviewing several high-value contracts for stormwater drainage and public safety technology.

• Ordinances 41-054, 55-055, and 57-056 regarding loitering, panhandling, and sidewalk obstructions
• Contract with Osprey Initiative, LLC for citywide stormwater litter collection: $500,000.00
• Contract with Protec Video, LLC for Gulf Coast Technology Center services: NTE $625,000.00
• Storm drainage ditch cleaning contracts with Hughes 360 Services, LLC totaling $905,000.00 across three projects
• Public hearings for rezoning at 2660 Old Shell Road and 674 Western Drive

City Council

The Mobile City Council will hold public hearings to declare several structures as public nuisances and order their demolition, including sites on Ivis Avenue, Alba Street, Brooke Avenue, Bucker Road, San Souci Road, Washington Avenue, and Dog River Drive. Council members will also consider whether to continue, modify, or terminate the Downtown Mobile Business Improvement District and a vacation of an alley at 1001-1003 Oak Street. Additional agenda items include several purchase orders, ordinance amendments, and contract approvals.

• Public hearing to declare the structure at 611 Ivis Avenue a public nuisance and order demolition (District 1)
• Public hearing to determine whether the Downtown Mobile Business Improvement District should be continued, modified, or terminated (District 2)
• Approve purchase order to Emergency Equipment Professional, Inc. for a ladder truck for MFRD; $2,065,571.00
• Ordinance 41-054 to amend Section 41.5, "Loitering in Parks or Playgrounds" of the City Code
• Authorize contract amendment with Moffatt & Nichol, Inc. for Mobile Riverfront Redevelopment Project; increase of $186,914.00

City Council

The Mobile City Council will discuss several high-value contracts, including storm drain maintenance and tree care. The body is also holding public hearings to fix demolition costs for seven structures and considering noise ordinance waivers.

• Purchase order for MFRD ladder truck from Emergency Equipment Professional, Inc. for $2,065,571.00
• Amendment to McElhenney Construction, LLC for 2024 Annual Storm Drain Maintenance increasing by $1,217,650.54
• City-wide tree maintenance and removal contract with Chris Francis Tree Care, LLC not to exceed $1,000,000.00 per year
• Purchase orders for MPD ammunition from Gulf States Distributors ($19,845.00) and Precision Delta Corp. ($102,249.54)
• Public hearings for demolition costs at 1609 Jessie St, 502 Lott St, 910 Montgomery St, 1112 Newman Ln, 2459 Richardson St, 1109 State St, and 7630 Avenue C

City Council

The Mobile City Council will hear public comments on demolishing several blighted structures and will consider approving contracts for pool chemicals, ammunition, and a land purchase for a greenway.

• Public hearings to demolish structures at 373 Fredonia St, 159 Union Ave, and 1302 Flicker Court
• Approve purchase order to Alabama Poolworks, LLC for $77,291.88 for pool chemicals
• Approve purchase order to Precision Delta Corp. for $102,249.54 for Winchester ammunition
• Authorize Purchase and Sale Agreement with The Newark Group, Inc. for Mobile Greenway Segment 5
• Honorarily re-name Ivis Avenue to 'Mr. & Mrs. Eddie Hines, Sr. Way'

City Council

The Mobile City Council will discuss several infrastructure projects, including park improvements and a boat launch. The body is also reviewing purchase orders for police equipment and various noise ordinance waiver requests.

• Agreement with J. Hunt Enterprise General Contractors for Mims Park field improvements: $294,650.00
• Agreement with PL Russell, LLC for Langan Park retaining wall and grading: $241,405.00
• Purchase order to Dana Safety Supply, Inc. for MPD vehicle upfitting: $150,874.30
• Contract with McCrory & Williams, Inc. for Shipyard Road boat launch: $195,090.00
• Public hearing to fix demolition costs for 1254 Eslava Lane: $2,974.00

City Council

The Mobile City Council will decide on held-over resolutions including a $2 million project development agreement for an industrial park and a $3 million grant for highway safety improvements. The meeting also includes public comments on a gas station proposal, sidewalk repairs, and noise-ordinance waivers.

• $2,000,000 Project Development Agreement for Mobile County Industrial Park with Scannell Properties
• $3,000,000 Highway Safety Improvement Program grant application (10% local match required)
• $178,400 electrical upgrade & generator installation at Public Works Complex with Harris Contracting Services, Inc.
• $403,759.71 automated side-load garbage truck purchase from Sansom Equipment Co., Inc.
• Public hearing scheduled for October 15, 2024 on sedan service application by Care Ride Transport, LLC

City Council

The City Council will discuss the establishment of a $1,000,000 Housing Improvement Plan Enterprise Fund and a $2,000,000 project development agreement for an industrial park. The body is also reviewing multiple public works contracts for tree removal and equipment purchases.

• Proposed $1,000,000 City of Mobile Housing Improvement Plan Enterprise Fund
• Project Development Agreement with Mobile County and Scannell Properties not to exceed $2,000,000
• Pre-zoning public hearing for property at 4589 Hermitage Avenue and 5340 U.S. Highway 90 West to B-3
• Contract with Chris Francis Tree Care for Springhill Avenue tree work: $351,540.00
• Purchase of automated side-load garbage truck from Sansom Equipment Co., Inc.: $403,759.71

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the adoption of the 2024-2025 General, Capital Improvement, and Convention Center Fund budgets. The body is also reviewing several purchase orders, zoning requests, and the appointment of a new Chief of Police.

• Purchase order to Sansom Equipment Co., Inc. for street sweepers: $1,169,392.00
• Establishment of the City of Mobile Housing Improvement Plan Enterprise Fund: $1,000,000.00
• Appointment of William Randy Jackson as Chief of Police
• Proposed rezoning and Conditional Use Permit for 6411 Howells Ferry Road
• Purchase order to VC3 Inc. for data security, backup, and recovery services: $126,000.00

The Mobile City Council unanimously approved the 2024-2025 General Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets, as amended. The council also approved Mayor Stimpson's appointments of Shonnda Smith as Executive Director of Public Works and William Randy Jackson as Chief of Police. Several purchase orders and contracts were approved, including $1.17 million for street sweepers and $126,000 for data security services.

• Adopted 2024-2025 General Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Shonnda Smith as Executive Director of Public Works (7-0)
• Approved appointment of William Randy Jackson as Chief of Police (7-0)
• Approved $1,169,392 purchase order to Sansom Equipment Co. for street sweepers (7-0)
• Approved $126,000 purchase order to VC3, Inc. for data security services (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 transfer for ALDOT grant match (7-0)
• Approved PUD modification at 1480 Satchel Paige Drive (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit and rezoning at 6411 Howells Ferry Road (7-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council will discuss the adoption of the 2024-2025 General Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets. The body is also considering several public nuisance demolitions and various city infrastructure and service contracts.

• Adoption of 2024-2025 General Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and Convention Center Fund Budgets
• Contract with Sansom Equipment Co., Inc. for street sweepers: $1,169,392.00
• Contract with Chris Brewer Contracting, Inc. for City Wide CIP Sidewalk Repairs & Maintenance: $926,724.66
• Contract with Watermark Design Group, LLC for Taylor Park Community Center Improvements: $470,000.00
• Public hearings to declare structures at 505 Chin St, 1267 Congress St, 1289 Carlton Acres E, 2010 Victory Drive W, 1009 Washington Avenue S, 4885 Dan Williams Rd, and 5937 Westhaven Drive S as public nuisances for demolition

The Mobile City Council approved the 2024-2025 General Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets, and authorized a $926,724.66 contract for citywide sidewalk repairs. The council also approved several other contracts, including a $470,000 design contract for Taylor Park Community Center improvements, and rezoned a 38.38-acre property on Kooiman Road from R-A to B-5. Numerous resolutions were adopted, including nuisance abatement orders for multiple structures and various discretionary fund appropriations.

• Adopted 2024-2025 General Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets (6-0)
• Approved $926,724.66 contract with Chris Brewer Contracting for citywide sidewalk repairs (6-0)
• Approved $470,000 contract with Watermark Design Group for Taylor Park Community Center improvements (6-0)
• Rezoned 38.38 acres on Kooiman Road from R-A to B-5 (6-0)
• Approved $22,000 contract with Jaguar Consulting for History Museum chiller replacement (6-0)
• Approved $35,000 purchase order to Placer Labs for Placer.ai data services (6-0)
• Approved $20,000 purchase order to Savant Learning Systems for virtual peace officer training (6-0)
• Approved $16,280 purchase order to FARO Technology for 3D visual software (6-0)

City Council

The Mobile City Council will adopt the 2024-2025 General Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and Convention Center Fund budgets. Council members will consider two noise‑ordinance waiver requests for specific dates and locations. Several contracts, purchase orders, and agreements with dollar amounts will be authorized, including playground equipment, street improvements, and a grant for an emergency action plan.

• Adopt the 2024-2025 General Fund, Capital Improvement Fund, and Convention Center Fund Budgets (item 09-859)
• Approve purchase order to Gametime for playground equipment for Crawford‑Murphy Park; $186,913.67 (item 08-830)
• Authorize contract with Watermark Design Group, LLC for Taylor Park Community Center Improvements; $470,000.00 (item 01-850)
• Authorize contract with Chris Brewer Contracting, Inc. for 2024 City Wide CIP Sidewalk Repairs & Maintenance; $926,724.66 (item 21-851)
• Waiver request for Darryl Cheese to suspend the Noise Ordinance at 318 Union Avenue, Sep 11‑13, 2024, 7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. (item 9)

City Council

The Mobile City Council will review several pending items, including a public hearing on a sedan‑service application, multiple purchase orders for city services, and a large contract amendment increasing the drive‑cam purchase to up to $800,000. Council members will also consider rezoning, annexation, and various appropriations for public‑safety and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing on Safe Ride Transport, Inc. sedan‑service application
• Addendum to Samsara, Inc. contract increasing drive‑cam purchase amount, NTE $800,000
• Rezone property south of Kooiman Road, 1,237' west of Todd Acres Drive (Ordinance 64-048)
• Authorize $260,000 contract with Parten Smith, Inc. for Westside Park parking and ADA improvements
• Approve purchase order for playground equipment at Crawford‑Murphy Park, $186,913.67

City Council

The Mobile City Council will review several purchase orders for public safety and infrastructure, including police vehicles and fire gear. The body is also considering rezoning requests, noise ordinance waivers, and the annexation of certain properties.

• Purchase order to Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for Medal of Honor Park: $460,000.00
• Purchase order to LCM Motorcars, LLC for MPD sport sedans and pickup trucks: $235,700.00
• Contract with Parten Smith, Inc. for Westside Park Parking & ADA Improvements: $260,000.00
• Public hearing to rezone property at the south side of Kooiman Road
• Purchase order to Sunbelt Fire Inc. for MFRD fire bunker gear: $69,750.00

City Council

The Mobile City Council will review held-over ordinances, introduce new measures, and hold public hearings on demolishing blighted structures and modifying a planned unit development. The meeting includes contracts for city facilities, sports lighting, and police vehicles, as well as noise ordinance waivers for events at Cathedral Square, Mardi Gras Park, and a private residence.

• Declare 5 structures public nuisances for demolition: 461 Creek Circle Drive W., 1860 Toulmin Avenue, 1105 Sutton Avenue, 2079 Victory Drive W., and 4591 Cypress Shores Drive
• Noise ordinance waivers for Cathedral Square (Sept 28), Mardi Gras Park (Oct 12), and 3370 Sheringham Drive (Sept 7)
• Approve $460,000 for sports lighting at Medal of Honor Park and $235,700 for MPD vehicles
• Consider modification of planned unit development at 5800 Southland Drive
• Authorize $106,373 for GIS software renewal and $94,410 contract increase for Zeigler Boulevard improvements

City Council

The Mobile City Council will consider multiple contracts, grants, and ordinances, including funding for Amtrak Gulf Coast rail service and approval of three noise-ordinance waivers. The meeting also includes held-over resolutions for infrastructure projects, software renewals, and public hearings on zoning and rezoning.

• Authorize $2,250,000 GOMESA grant for National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico
• Approve three noise-ordinance waivers for events at 2950 Edgewood Street, 2703 Battleship Parkway, and 911 Dauphin Street
• Authorize $2,785,279 contract with HCL Contracting for 2024 CIP resurfacing in District 4
• Call public hearings for PUD modification at 1480 Satchel Paige Drive and rezoning at 6411 Howells Ferry Road
• Approve $56,946.25 purchase for rescue boat and motors for Mobile Fire Rescue Department

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several high-value contracts for infrastructure and public safety, including road resurfacing and demolition. The body will also hold public hearings on nuisance structures and consider noise ordinance waivers for various locations.

• Contract with Sabre Demolition Corporation for demolition of Civic Center, Theater and Expo Hall: $4,367,000.00
• Contract with HCL Contracting, LLC for 2024 CIP resurfacing, District 4: $2,785,279.00
• Transfer of $4,500,000.00 for Civic Center new construction and demolition
• Rezone property at 59 Hillcrest Road from R-1 to B-2
• Purchase order for 2024 Peterbilt water truck: $235,000.00

City Council

The Mobile City Council will consider a contract for the demolition of the Civic Center, Theater, and Expo Hall, along with a $4.5 million fund transfer for the project. The agenda also includes a rezoning, multiple public hearings on demolishing nuisance structures, and several purchase orders and contracts for city services.

• Contract with Sabre Demolition Corporation for Civic Center demolition; $4,367,000.00
• Transfer of $4,500,000.00 for Civic Center new construction & demolition
• Public hearing to rezone 59 Hillcrest Road from R-1 to B-2
• Contract with Harris Contracting Services for Medal of Honor Park improvements; $1,684,843.70
• Contract with Del-Con, LLC for Mobile Museum of Art exterior repairs; $214,000.00

City Council

The Mobile City Council will consider a $1.68 million contract for lighting, ballfield, and court improvements at Medal of Honor Park, along with several other contracts, ordinances, and public hearings. The agenda includes noise ordinance waivers, demolition cost hearings, and a shuttle service application. Most items are routine approvals, but the park contract is the largest expenditure.

• Contract with Harris Contracting Services, Inc. for Medal of Honor Park improvements; $1,684,843.70
• Noise ordinance waivers for 300 Conti Street, 2301 Airport Boulevard, and Medal of Honor Park
• Demolition cost hearings for 1826 Idell Street ($2,974) and 1863 Mott Drive S. ($2,748)
• Agreement with University of South Alabama for Hospital Based Violence Intervention Program; $240,000
• Ordinance to change noise ordinance cutoff time in residential districts

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including public nuisance demolitions, various purchase orders, and infrastructure agreements. The agenda includes a large sidewalk improvement project and multiple hearings to fix the costs of building demolitions.

• Downtown Mobile Sidewalk Improvements agreement: $1,105,926.25
• Demolition cost for 4400 Government Boulevard: $51,200.00
• Agreement with University of South Alabama for Hospital Based Violence Intervention Program: $240,000.00
• Agreement with The Helios Alliance for consulting services: $154,000.00
• Public hearings to declare structures at 727 Florida Street Extension, 2956 Pages Lane, 1002 Alba Street, and 2060 Webb Avenue as public nuisances

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several noise ordinance waivers and an ordinance to change residential cutoff times. The agenda includes various resolutions for city contracts, equipment purchases, and infrastructure projects.

• Noise ordinance waiver requests for Charles Street, State Street, Doyle Park, and others
• Ordinance to change noise ordinance cutoff times in residential districts
• Agreement with the State of Alabama for 'Innovating St. Louis Street' project ($1,039,737.60)
• Purchase order for Chevrolet Tahoes for MPD ($707,548.78)
• Alabama Department of Transportation agreement for Downtown Mobile Sidewalk Improvements ($1,105,926.25)

City Council

The Mobile City Council is reviewing held-over and newly introduced resolutions, including a $6,136,407.05 contract for road resurfacing in Districts 1, 2, 3, and 5. The agenda also covers a proposed amendment to change noise ordinance cutoff times in residential districts and public hearings on demolishing blighted structures and vacating a portion of Knollwood Drive right-of-way. No items are scheduled for final action at this meeting; officials will also address community comments regarding the Tourism Improvement District and local event funding.

• Rezone property at 3300 Knollwood Drive and 3401 & 3421 Medical Park Drive from R-1, B-1, and B-2 to B-2.
• Approve $6,136,407.05 contract with Mobile Asphalt Company for 2024 CIP resurfacing in Districts 1, 2, 3, and 5.
• Amend noise ordinance cutoff times in residential districts and codify waiver procedures.
• Public hearings to declare structures at 112 Bush Avenue, 1253 Seneca Street, and 4850 Dan Williams Road as public nuisances for demolition.
• Approve $2,500,000 GOMESA grant amendment for the Shipyard Road/Dog River Acquisition Project and accept $1,039,737.60 local match for the Innovating St. Louis Street project.