Muscle Shoals, AL
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Muscle ShoalsAL averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $263,867 +2.9% yr/yr · +34.7% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2015–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (7)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Billy Hudson — Mayor
- Chris Hall
- Gina Clark
- Ken Sockwell
- Willis Thompson
- Donnie Linley
- Donnie Lindley
Municipal budget
Total revenue$73.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$61.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$23.6M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$49.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,721 (FY2023)
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Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 16:00
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:00
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Council to set rezoning hearings, consider parking and rental fee ordinances
The Muscle Shoals City Council will hold its regular meeting, including setting public hearings for two rezoning requests and considering second readings of ordinances on short-term rental fees and parking restrictions. The council will also vote on resolutions to dispose of obsolete pumps and approve the FY2027 Transportation Plan. A work session precedes the meeting to discuss a tax abatement, Flock cameras, a market rate adjustment, and a Sportsplex strategic plan.
- Set public hearing for Sept 8, 2026 on DHL LLC rezoning from R-2 to R-3 at Ford Avenue and Ford Street
- Set public hearing for Sept 8, 2026 on Jody Thompson rezoning from R-3 to B-2 at 510 Pilgrim Ave
- Second reading of ordinance adopting Short-Term Residential Rental Fee Schedule
- Second reading of ordinance adopting parking restrictions within the city
- Resolution approving FY2027 Transportation Plan under Rebuild Alabama Act
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
August 17, 2026
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of Agenda
5.
Approval of minutes:
A. August 3, 2026 City Council Minutes
6.
Mayor’s comments:
7.
Reports of Officers:
8.
Hearing on petitions, applications, appeals communications, etc.:
A. Set a public hearing for September 8, 2026, for the DHL LLC rezoning request
from R-2 to R-3 for property located at the corner of Ford Avenue and Ford Street.
B. Set a public hearing for September 8, 2026, for the Jody Thompson rezoning request
from R-3 to B-2 for property located at 510 Pilgrim Ave.
9.
Financial reports:
10. Resolutions, ordinances, orders & other business:
A. Consider Resolution No. ____-26 authorizing the disposal of obsolete pumps
maintained by the Storm Drainage Department.
B. Consider Ordinance No. ____-26, second reading, amending Ordinance No. 1585-25
to adopt the Short-Term Residential Rental Fee Schedule.
C. Consider Ordinance No. ____-26, second reading, adopting restrictions on parking
within the City of Muscle Shoals.
D. Consider Resolution No. ____-26 approving the City of Muscle Shoals Transportation
Plan for Fiscal Year 2027 pursuant to the Rebuild Alabama Act.
11. Adjourn
Any person wishing to appear at the meeting shall notify the Clerk's office by 3 p.m. on the
Thursday preceding the meeting of their intent to speak and the subject matter they wish to
address at the meeting.
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 16:00
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:00
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Muscle Shoals council to vote on street renamings and surplus property sales
The Muscle Shoals City Council will meet on August 3, 2026, to approve minutes, hear mayoral comments, and vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Key decisions include renaming streets, selling surplus property, and adopting a short-term rental fee schedule. A work session will feature updates on Highland Avenue Park and a funding request from Attention Homes.
- Consider renaming Pumping Station Road to Pump Station Drive
- Consider renaming North Michigan Street and South Michigan Street to North Pat Street and South Pat Street
- Authorize sale of surplus city property to Wired Properties LLC
- Adopt Short-Term Residential Rental Fee Schedule per Ordinance No. 1585-25
- Hear Public Works report on Rebuild AL Transportation Plan allocation for 2027
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
August 3, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of minutes:
A. July 20, 2026 City Council Minutes
6. Mayor’s comments:
A. Mayor – Presentment of a proclamation recognizing National Patriotism Week,
September 7–13, 2026.
7. Reports of Officers:
A. Public Works to discuss allocation of Rebuild AL Transportation Plan for 2027
B. Consider a request from Director Woodall to reallocate previously approved capital
funds from the pool renovation project to fencing improvements at Gattman Park.
8. Hearing on petitions, applications, appeals communications, etc.:
9. Financial reports:
10. Resolutions, ordinances, orders & other business:
A. Consider Resolution No. ____-26 electing to provide the one-time retiree longevity
bonus authorized by Act 2026-608.
B. Consider Resolution No. ____-26 adopting the Short-Term Residential Rental Fee
Schedule pursuant to Ordinance No. 1585-25.
C. Consider Resolution No. ____-26 renaming Pumping Station Road to Pump Station
Drive.
D. Consider Resolution No. ____-26 renaming North Michigan Street and South
Michigan Street to North Pat Street and South Pat Street.
E. Consider Ordinance No. ____-26 declaring surplus property and authorizing its sale to
Wired Properties LLC.
F. First Reading – Ordinance No. ____-26 regarding parking regulations within the City
of Muscle Shoals.
G. Consider Resolution No. ____-26 authorizi …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:30
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Council to consider sale of surplus property to Wired Properties LLC
The City Council will consider an ordinance to declare surplus property and authorize its sale to Wired Properties LLC. The body will also discuss public safety overtime policies and equipment for a new fire department ladder truck.
- Ordinance to declare surplus property and authorize sale to Wired Properties LLC
- Resolution to dispose of a surplus Fire Department 1990 12-Foot Boat
- Discussion of donating a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe from the Police Department to the Colbert County Animal Shelter
- Discussion of Public Safety Overtime Policy and FLSA Section 7(k) Overtime Threshold
- Discussion of equipment for the new Fire Department Ladder Truck
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✓ Decided: Council approves surplus fire boat disposal; first reading on property sale
The City Council approved a resolution to declare a surplus 1990 Fire Department boat and authorize its disposal. The council also held the first reading of an ordinance to declare 0.45 acres of City-owned property surplus and authorize its sale to Wired Properties, LLC, but took no final action. No other substantive decisions were made during the regular meeting.
- Approved resolution to dispose of surplus 1990 Fire Department boat (unanimous)
- Held first reading of ordinance to sell 0.45 acres to Wired Properties, LLC (no final action)
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
July 20, 2026
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of minutes:
A. July 13, 2026 Council Meeting Minutes
Mayor’s comments:
Reports of Officers:
Hearing on petitions, applications, appeals communications, etc.:
Financial reports:
Resolutions, ordinances, orders & other business:
A. Consider Ordinance Declaring Surplus Property and Authorizing Its Sale to Wired
Properties LLC.
B. Consider Resolution Authorizing Disposal of a Surplus Fire Department 1990 12-Foot
Boat
Adjourn
Any person wishing to appear at the meeting shall notify the Clerk's office by 3 p.m. on the
Thursday preceding the meeting of their intent to speak and the subject matter they wish to
address at the meeting.
Next meeting:
Appointed Vacancies:
IBOARD VACANCIES IEXPIRED/UNEXPIRED _ {TERM ENDS
Applications are available at City Hall or on our website by going to Government and
clicking on Board Information.
Work Session Agenda
July 20, 2026 5:00 PM
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William Underwood — Discussion of citizen concerns regarding City expenditures
Discussion of the surplus and donation of a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe from the Police
Department to the Colbert County Animal Shelter
Discussion of Public Safety Overtime Policy and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Section 7(k) Overtime Threshold
Discussion of Equipment for the New Fire Department Ladder Truck
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CITY OF MUSCLE SHOALS, ALABAMA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
July 20, 2026
The City Council of the City of Muscle Shoals, Alabama met in a regular session on Monday,
July 20, 2026 at City Hall.
1. Call to Order
The Council President, Donnie Linley, called the meeting to order
2. Roll Call
Present: Chris Hall, Gina Clark, Willis Thompson, Ken Sockwell, Donnie Linley
Absent: None
3. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Clint Reck delivered the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council
President, Donnie Linley.
4. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Gina Clark and seconded by Willis Thompson. Motion passed
unanimously.
5. Approval of Minutes
The Council considered the minutes of the July 13, 2026 Regular Council Meeting. A motion
was made by Ken Sockwell and seconded by Chris Hall. Motion passed unanimously.
6. Mayor's Comments
The Mayor recognized upcoming community events, including the W.C. Handy Festival and
Beats & Eats activities. He provided updates regarding improvements throughout the City,
including vehicle lights, patriotic and school flag installations, City pool operations, and the
potential sale of surplus property on River Road. The Mayor thanked City employees and
volunteers for their continued service to the community.
7. Reports of Officers
8. Hearing on petitions, applications, appeals communications, etc.:
9. Financial Reports
10. Resolutions, ordinances, orders, & other business:
A. Ordinance Declaring Surplus & Prope …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 16:00
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Council to consider Fire Department pay revisions and equipment purchases
At this meeting, the council will hear Chief Hyde's proposed revisions to the Fire Department Pay Proposal and vote on resolutions appointing members to the Utilities and Board of Education boards. Other business includes authorizing the purchase of a dump trailer and a boom lift for Parks and Recreation using reserve funds, and approving a reimbursement for the Avalon Avenue Block Party. The council will also consider a resolution to fund the Civil Service Board and will enter executive session.
- Revisions to the Fire Department Pay Proposal presented by Chief Hyde
- Appointments to the Muscle Shoals Utilities Board and Board of Education
- Purchase of a 14LP Big Tex 7'x14' dump trailer for Parks and Recreation using General Fund Reserve
- Purchase of a 2022 JLG T350 30-foot towable electric boom lift for Parks and Recreation using General Fund Reserve via Sourcewell
- Opioid settlement funding request from Cramer CAC discussed during work session
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✓ Decided: Council approves Fire Dept pay fix, new equipment, and board appointments
The Muscle Shoals City Council approved a revised Fire Department pay proposal correcting a calculation error, authorized purchases of a dump trailer and boom lift for Parks & Recreation, funded the Civil Service Board, and appointed members to the Utilities Board and Board of Education. The Council also voted to seek bids for repaving Fire and Police Department parking lots and held an executive session on pending litigation.
- Approved seeking bids for Fire and Police Department parking lot repaving (voice vote)
- Appointed Waylon Hugley to Muscle Shoals Utilities Board (4-0, Linley recused)
- Appointed Caitlin Burns to Muscle Shoals Board of Education (5-0)
- Approved revised Fire Department pay proposal (unanimous)
- Authorized $9,700 purchase of Big Tex dump trailer for Parks & Recreation (unanimous)
- Authorized $30,123.84 purchase of JLG boom lift for Parks & Recreation (unanimous)
- Authorized $16,400 funding for Civil Service Board (unanimous)
- Held executive session on pending litigation (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
July 13, 2026
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of minutes:
A. June 15, 2026 Council Meeting Minutes
Mayor’s comments:
Reports of Officers:
A. Chief Hyde to present revisions to the Fire Department Pay Proposal
B. Approval of reimbursement to Susan Bentley for eligible expenses incurred for the
Avalon Avenue Block Party, subject to submission and verification of supporting
documentation, including cleared checks, invoices, receipts, and other applicable
records
Hearing on petitions, applications, appeals communications, etc.:
Financial reports:
Resolutions, ordinances, orders & other business:
A. Approval of a resolution appointing a member to the Muscle Shoals Utilites Board
B. Approval of Resolution appointing a member to the Muscle Shoals Board of Education
Board
C. Consideration of resolution approving the revisions made to the Fire Department Pay
Proposal
D. Consider approval of a resolution authorizing the purchase of a 14LP Big Tex 7'x 14'
dump trailer for the Parks and Recreation Department and appropriating General Fund
Reserve monies for the purchase.
E. Consider a resolution authorizing the transfer of a City-owned RICOH copier from the
City Clerk's Department to the Parks & Recreation Department.
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Consider approval of a resolution authorizing the purchase of a 2022 JLG T350 30-
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CITY OF MUSCLE SHOALS, AL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JULY 13, 2026
The City Council of the City of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, met in regular session on Monday, July
13, 2026, at City Hall.
1. Call to Order
The Council President, Donnie Linley, called the meeting to order.
2. Roll Call
Present: Chris Hall, Gina Clark, Willis Thompson, Ken Sockwell, Donnie Linley
Absent: None
3. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
James Vance delivered the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Council
President, Donnie Linley
After the Pledge of Allegiance, the Council President announced he would entertain a motion to
seek bids for the repaving of the Fire and Police Department Parking Lots. A motion was made
by Gina Clark and seconded by Willis Thompson. The motion was passed on a voice vote.
4. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Willis Thompson and seconded by Chris Hall to approve July 13, 2026,
agenda. Motion passed unanimously.
5. Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Ken Sockwell and seconded by Willis Thompson to approve the June 15,
2026 council meeting minutes. Motion passed unanimously.
6. Mayor's Comments
Mayor Billy Hudson welcomed those in attendance and thanked the citizens for participating in
local government. The Mayor recognized the efforts of the Street Department, Parks and
Recreation Department, Police Department, Fire Department, and all City employees for their
continued work in maintaining City facilities and responding to the needs of the …
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Public hearing on liquor license transfer for Shoals Liquor 2 at 818 2nd St
The Muscle Shoals City Council will hold a public hearing on an application to transfer a liquor and tobacco license to Zen Spirits Inc. d/b/a Shoals Liquor 2 at 818 2nd Street. The council will also consider resolutions to declare police assets as surplus, donate a surplus 2013 Chevrolet Suburban to Spring Valley Volunteer Fire Department, and authorize the purchase of a Global V6 Air Street Sweeper and safety lighting. Additionally, there will be a presentation on parks and recreation equipment and future plans for Gattman Park.
- Public hearing on transfer of ABC Lounge Retail Liquor License (Class II) and tobacco license to Zen Spirits Inc./Shoals Liquor 2 at 818 2nd Street
- Resolution declaring certain Police Department assets as surplus and authorizing disposal
- Resolution authorizing donation of surplus 2013 Chevrolet Suburban to Spring Valley Volunteer Fire Department
- Resolution authorizing purchase of a Global V6 Air Street Sweeper and safety lighting
- Presentation by Dawn Woodall on purchase of Parks and Recreation equipment and future plans for Gattman Park
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✓ Decided: Council approves liquor license transfer, surplus police assets, and $370K street sweeper
The Muscle Shoals City Council approved the transfer of an ABC liquor license to Zen Spirits, Inc. d/b/a Shoals Liquor 2, declared police assets surplus, donated a surplus 2013 Chevrolet Suburban to Spring Valley Volunteer Fire Department, and authorized the purchase of a demo Global V6 street sweeper for approximately $370,000. All votes were unanimous. The meeting also included reports on parks, recreation, and a Sportsplex proposal, but no other formal decisions were made.
- Approved ABC license transfer to Zen Spirits, Inc. d/b/a Shoals Liquor 2 (unanimous)
- Declared certain Police Department assets surplus and authorized disposal (unanimous)
- Donated surplus 2013 Chevrolet Suburban to Spring Valley Volunteer Fire Department (unanimous)
- Authorized purchase of demo Global V6 street sweeper via Sourcewell for ~$370,000 (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
June 15, 2026
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of minutes:
A. June 1, 2026
Mayor’s comments:
Reports of Officers:
A. Presentation by Dawn Woodall Regarding Purchase of Parks and Recreation
Equipment and Discussion of Future Plans for Gattman Park
Hearing on petitions, applications, appeals communications, etc.:
A. Public hearing regarding the application submitted by Zen Spirits, Inc., d/b/a Shoals
Liquor 2, for the transfer of an Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Lounge
Retail Liquor License — Class II (Package) and tobacco products license located at 818
2nd Street, Muscle Shoals, Alabama.
Financial reports:
Resolutions, ordinances, orders & other business:
A. Resolution Declaring Certain Police Department Assets as Surplus and Authorizing
Disposal
B. Resolution Authorizing Donation of Surplus 2013 Chevrolet Suburban to Spring
Valley Volunteer Fire Department
C. Resolution Authorizing Purchase of a Global V6 Air Street Sweeper and Safety
Lighting
Adjourn
Any person wishing to appear at the meeting shall notify the Clerk's office by 3 p.m. on the
Thursday preceding the meeting of their intent to speak and the subject matter they wish to
address at the meeting.
Next meeting: Monday July 6, 2026
Appointed Vacancies:
BOARD VACANCIES IEXPIRED/UNEXPIRED |TERM ENDS
Board of Education Unexpired June 2029
Utilities Board Expired July 2032
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CITY OF MUSCLE SHOALS, AL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 15, 2026
The City Council of the City of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, met in regular session on Monday,
June 15, 2026, at City Hall.
1. Call to Order
The president pro tempore Chris Hall called the meeting to order.
2. Roll Call
Present: Chris Hall, Gina Clark, Willis Thompson, Ken Sockwell
Absent: Donnie Linley
3. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Chief Reck delivered the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by president
pro tempore Chris Hall.
4. Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Gina Clark and seconded by Willis Thompson to approve the June 15,
2026 agenda. Motion passed unanimously.
5. Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Ken Sockwell and seconded by Willis Thompson to approve the June
1, 2026 council meeting minutes. Motion passed unanimously.
6. Mayor's Comments
The Mayor provided updates regarding city flags, the Citadel benefits legal opinion,
Sportsplex property acquisition, employee recognition, and recent flood mitigation efforts.
7. Reports of Officers
A. Dawn Woodall - Parks and Recreation
Presented equipment requests for a dump trailer and boom lift, proposed improvements to
Gattman Park, Sportsplex updates, and upcoming W.C. Handy and Parks & Recreation
programming.
8. Hearing on Petitions, Applications, Appeals, Communications, Etc.
A. Public Hearing - Zen Spirits, Inc. d/b/a Shoals Liquor 2
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council to consider $521,000 sidewalk paving contract
The Muscle Shoals City Council will meet to vote on a paving contract and a property transfer to the Board of Education. The council will also hear a report regarding opioid settlement funding and a request for police software integration.
- Resolution to award 2026 Sidewalk Paving to Rogers Group, Inc. for $521,000.00
- Ordinance to transfer City-owned property to the Muscle Shoals Board of Education
- Appointment of Steve Bradford to the Civil Service Board through June 2029
- Chief Hyde's discussion on software integration with the 911 Center
- Cramer CAC report and request for opioid settlement funding
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✓ Decided: Council awards $521K street paving contract to Rogers Group
The City Council awarded the 2026 Street Paving Project to Rogers Group, Inc. for $521,000, the lowest bid, and approved transferring surplus city-owned property to the Muscle Shoals Board of Education. The council also appointed Steven Bradford to the Civil Service Board. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Resolution 3457-26 awarding $521,000 street paving contract to Rogers Group, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 1589-26 transferring city-owned property to Muscle Shoals Board of Education (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 3458-26 appointing Steven Bradford to Civil Service Board (unanimous)
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
June 1, 2026
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of minutes:
A. May 18th Council Meeting Minutes
Mayor’s comments:
Reports of Officers:
A. Chief Hyde to discuss the need for a software that will enable Chief 360 to integrate
with the system preferred by the 911 Center.
Hearing on petitions, applications, appeals communications, etc.:
Financial reports:
Resolutions, ordinances, orders & other business:
A. Consider approval of a resolution awarding the 2026 Sidewalk Paving to Rogers
Group, Inc. for $521,000.00.
B. Consider approval of an ordinance authorizing the transfer of certain City-owned
property to the Muscle Shoals Board of Education for educational purposes.
C. Consider approval of a resolution appointing Steve Bradford to serve on the Civil
Service Board for a term expiring June 2029.
Adjourn
Any person wishing to appear at the meeting shall notify the Clerk's office by 3 p.m. on the
Thursday preceding the meeting of their intent to speak and the subject matter they wish to
address at the meeting.
Next meeting:
A. June 15th, 2026
Appointed Vacancies:
BOARD VACANCIES EXPIRED/UNEXPIRED {TERM ENDS
Applications are available at City Hall or on our website by going to Government and
clicking on Board Information.
Work Session Agenda
June 1, 2026 5:00 PM
A. Chelsea Lawson, Director of Business Development at Cramer CAC, will provide a
six-month report, an update on Cr …
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CITY OF MUSCLE SHOALS, AL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 1, 2026
The City Council of the City of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, met in regular session on Monday, June 1,
2026, at City Hall.
1. Call to Order
The Council President Donnie Lindley called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Present: Chris Hall, Gina Clark, Willis Thompson, Ken Sockwell, Donnie Lindley, Mayor Billy
Hudson, and City Clerk Brittney Walker taking minutes.
Absent: None.
3. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Chief Rick delivered the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
4, Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Ken Sockwell and seconded by Willis Thompson to approve the June 1, 2026
agenda. Motion passed unanimously.
5. Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Gina Clark and seconded by Chris Hall to approve the May 18, 2026 council
meeting minutes. Motion passed unanimously.
6. Mayor’s Comments
Mayor Hudson provided updates concerning decorative flag banners, the Community Block Party,
street paving projects, police and fire department parking lot improvements, golf cart pathways, the
street sweeper program, municipal pool expenses, fairgrounds property discussions, and future
equipment purchases.
7. Reports of Officers
Department heads reported on fire apparatus delivery timelines, parks and recreation programs,
youth sports tournaments, summer activities, splash pad attendance, and future facility needs.
8. Hearing on petitions, applications, appeals, communications, etc. …
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to consider police radio funding, tax abatements, alcohol licenses
The Muscle Shoals City Council will discuss and vote on several items including emergency funding for police department radio system upgrades, tax abatement agreements with Caravels, LLC and Robbins, LLC, and public hearings for alcohol licenses at 4G Store 2 and Shoals Liquor 2. The council will also consider mid-year budget adjustments, approval of a new parks program coordinator position, and a bid award for lawn maintenance services. A proclamation declaring June 14, 2026 as 'Race Amity Day' is scheduled for presentation.
- Emergency funding request for police radio system and antenna upgrades (Chief Clint Reck)
- Tax abatement agreement with Robbins, LLC for manufacturing equipment at 3415 Thompson Street
- Public hearing for Retail Beer (Off-Premises) license at 4G Store 2 (2526 Avalon Avenue)
- Public hearing for transfer of liquor license to Zen Spirits, Inc. d/b/a Shoals Liquor 2 (818 2nd Street)
- Consideration of after-hours inspection fee (Building Official Jason Jones)
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✓ Decided: Council approves police policy manual, emergency radio repairs, tax abatements
The Muscle Shoals City Council approved several items, including a $45,297.90 Lexipol police policy manual and up to $25,000 in emergency funding for radio repeater and antenna repairs. The council also approved two 10-year tax abatement agreements for Caravals LLC and Robins LLC, a lawn maintenance contract, and a new Parks and Recreation program coordinator position. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved after-hours inspection fee schedule ($100 inspection, $10 issuance) (unanimous)
- Approved Lexipol police policy manual ($45,297.90) and emergency radio repairs up to $25,000 (unanimous)
- Approved mid-year budget adjustments totaling ~$64,000 (unanimous)
- Approved new Program Coordinator position in Parks and Recreation and Brooks Canup for Leadership Shoals Class 37 (unanimous)
- Authorized public notice posting for 4G Store 2 alcohol license (3-0)
- Approved 10-year tax abatement for Caravals LLC ($32M project) (unanimous)
- Awarded lawn maintenance contract to Coldwater Landscapes (unanimous)
- Approved resolution removing USDA loan earmark for Colbert County Animal Shelter (unanimous)
Muscle Shoals City Hall, Muscle Shoals
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SHOALS
ALABAMA
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 18, 2026
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of minutes:
A,
May 4, 2026 City Council Minutes
Mayor’s comments:
A. Presentation and approval of a proclamation declaring Sunday, June 14, 2026, as
“Race Amity Day” in the City of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, encouraging citizens to
recognize and participate in the observance promoting unity, respect, and community
fellowship.
Reports of Officers:
A. Jason Jone, Building Official, to request approval for an after-hours inspection fee.
B. Chief Clint Reck to discuss formal approval of the Lexipol Police Policy Manual and
request consideration of emergency funding for police department radio system and
antenna upgrades.
C. Jazmin Castro, Finance Officer, to present mid-year adjustments
D. Consideration of a request from Parks and Recreation Director Dawn Woodall to
approve the position of Program Coordinator for the Parks and Recreation Department,
as outlined in the attached job description.
Hearing on petitions, applications, appeals communications, etc.:
A.
Public Hearing — Alcohol License (4G Store 2)Approval to set a public hearing for
May 18, 2026, to consider an application for a Retail Beer (Off-Premises Only) license
for 4G Store 2, located at 2526 Avalon Avenue, and to authorize required public notice
posting.
Set a public hearing regarding the application submitted by Zen Spirits, Inc., d/b/a
Shoals Liquor 2 …
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CITY OF MUSCLE SHOALS, AL
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MAY 18, 2026
The City Council of the City of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, met in regular session on Monday,
May 18, 2026, at City Hall.
1.
2:
Call to Order
The president pro tempore Chris Hall called the meeting to order.
Roll Call
Present: Chris Hall, Gina Clark, Ken Sockwell
Absent: Willis Thompson, Donnie Linley
Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
Chief Rick delivered the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by
president pro tempore Chris Hall.
Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Ken Sockwell and seconded by Gina Clark to approve the May
18, 2026 agenda.
Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Gina Clark and seconded by Ken Sockwell to approve the May 4,
2026 council meeting minutes.
Mayor’s Comments
The Mayor thanked citizens who spoke during public comments and acknowledged city
department heads and staff. The Mayor also mentioned upcoming Friday night
community activities and noted that Fire Chief Hyde was traveling to Minnesota to
retrieve a new fire truck.
Reports of Officers:
A. Jason Jones — After-Hours Inspection Fees
Jason Jones presented a proposed after-hours inspection fee schedule:
$100 inspection fee
$10 issuance fee
The fee applies to inspections after 4:30 p.m. and weekends, with exceptions available for
emergency situations.
A motion was made by Gina Clark and seconded by Ken Sockwell to adopt the after-
hours inspection fee schedule. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Ch …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
City Council to authorize golf equipment purchases and sports complex land agreement
The Muscle Shoals City Council will consider resolutions to purchase golf course equipment for Cypress Lakes totaling $186,995.96 and authorize a Joint Use Agreement for the Airport Sports Complex. The body will also discuss a proposed land purchase for the sports complex.
- Resolution to purchase golf equipment for Cypress Lakes totaling $186,995.96
- Resolution authorizing a Joint Use Agreement for the Airport Sports Complex
- Resolution approving intent to enter a Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement for the sports complex
- Consideration of a grievance investigation against the Mayor
- Approval of Parks and Recreation Program Coordinator position
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✓ Decided: Council overrides mayor's veto, reaffirms 57-acre land purchase
The City Council voted 4-1 to override Mayor Hudson's attempted veto of Resolution 3442-26, which authorized the purchase of 57 acres of land, reaffirming the resolution as in full force and effect. The council also unanimously approved resolutions to hire an outside investigator for a grievance against the mayor, purchase golf course maintenance equipment totaling about $187,000, enter a joint use agreement with the school board for the Airport Sports Complex, and approve intent to sell 6.47 acres to Alabama Global Holdings, LLC. Public comments included opposition and support for the sports complex project.
- Overrode mayor's veto of Resolution 3442-26, reaffirming 57-acre land purchase (4-1)
- Approved Resolution 3445-26 to engage outside investigator for grievance against mayor (unanimous)
- Approved $65,872.56 purchase of Toro Greensmaster TriFlex 3400 (unanimous)
- Approved $11,574.42 purchase of Toro Pro Force Debris Blower (unanimous)
- Approved $27,865.00 purchase of Salsco HP 11-III Gas Roller (unanimous)
- Approved $81,688.98 purchase of Toro Groundsmaster 4300 (unanimous)
- Approved joint use agreement with Muscle Shoals Board of Education for Airport Sports Complex (unanimous)
- Approved intent to sell 6.47 acres to Alabama Global Holdings, LLC (unanimous)
Muscle Shoals City Hall, Muscle Shoals
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 4, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of Agenda:
5. Approval of minutes:
A. April 20, 2026 City Council Minutes
6. Mayor’s comments:
7. Reports of Officers:
A. Consideration of a request from Parks and Recreation Director Dawn Woodall to
approve the position of Program Coordinator for the Parks and Recreation
Department, as outlined in the attached job description.
8. Hearing on petitions, applications, appeals communications, etc.:
9. Financial reports:
10. Resolutions, ordinances, orders & other business:
A. Consideration of a resolution authorizing the engagement of an outside investigator to
review a formal grievance filed against the Mayor.
B. Consideration of a resolution authorizing the purchase of one (1) Toro Greensmaster
TriFlex 3400 for Cypress Lakes Golf and Tennis in the amount of $65,872.56, plus
applicable fees, utilizing General Fund Reserves and OMNIA Partners Cooperative
Contract No. 5069658.
C. Consideration of a resolution authorizing the purchase of one (1) Toro Pro Force
Debris Blower for Cypress Lakes Golf and Tennis in the amount of $11,574.42, plus
applicable fees, utilizing General Fund Reserves and OMNIA Partners Cooperative
Contract No. 5069658.
D. Consideration of a resolution authorizing the purchase of one (1) Salsco HP 11-III Gas
Roller with trailer for Cypress Lakes Golf and Tennis in the amount of $27,865.00,
plus applicable fees, …
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CITY OF MUSCLE SHOALS, ALABAMA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
May 4, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
The City Council Meeting of the City of Muscle Shoals, Alabama was called to order on
Monday, May 4, 2026, at 5:30 PM by Council President Donnie Linley.
2. ROLL CALL
The following Council members were present:
Council President Donnie Linley
Council Member Chris Hall (Place One)
Council Member Gina Clark (Place Two)
Council Member Willis Thompson (Place Three)
Council Member Ken Sockwell (Place Four)
Mayor Hudson was also present.
Also present: City Clerk/Treasurer Brittney Walker; City Attorney Philip Hutcheson
(Boardman, Carr, Petelos, Watkins, Ogle & Howard, P.C.).
3. INVOCATION / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The meeting was opened with an invocation by Chad Holden, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance.
4, APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made to amend the agenda to add Item H (Mayoral Veto Resolution).
Motion: Council Member Chris Hall | Second: Council Member Ken Sockwell | Vote:
Approved unanimously.
Motion: Council Member Willis Thompson | Second: Council Member Ken Sockwell | Vote:
Approved unanimously.
5, APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. April 20, 2026 City Council Minutes
Motion: Council Member Gina Clark | Second: Council Member Willis Thompson | Vote:
Approved unanimously.
6. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
The Mayor stated he is not opposed to a sports complex but expressed concerns regarding
spending, lack of appraisal, and lack of inclusion in discussions. He noted the City is
progressing a …
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💰 Federal awards (top 5 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $295,500 | SHOALS ELECTRIC CO INC Department of Justice · TRAFFIC LIGHT |
| $75,000 | INTERNATIONAL FERTILIZER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Environmental Protection Agency · SUPPLEMENTAL GREENHOUSE TESTS (EEF CHALLENGE) |
| $66,281 | GBG SOUTHERN SERVICES INC Department of the Interior · AL WHEELER NWR JANITORIAL CONTRACT - OPT YR CONTRACT |
| $56,666 | GBG SOUTHERN SERVICES INC Department of the Interior · IGF::OT::IGF JANITORIAL SERVICES (WHEELER NWR) |
| $23,000 | INTERNATIONAL FERTILIZER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Environmental Protection Agency · JOURNAL ARTICLE DEVELOPMENT-IFDC GREENHOUSE TRIALS |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Colbert County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities4 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments1,268 (23,237 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$974/mo (107 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy23.3% (low numeracy 36% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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10
Recorded votes
$73.9M
Annual budget
$49.7M
Debt outstanding
48
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$73.9M
Spending$61.8M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$49.7M
Debt-to-revenue0.67×
Debt-load index45 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
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