Opelika public meetings in 2022

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several subdivision plats and conditional use requests. The body is also reviewing a request to rezone 8.1 acres on Anderson Road from R-3 to PUD for mixed-use development.

• Rezoning of 8.1 acres on 2900 block of Anderson Road from R-3 to PUD
• Conditional use request for a medical cannabis dispensary at 3021 Capps Way
• Conditional use request for a child daycare center at 404 2nd Avenue
• Final plat approval for 74 lots at Foxrun SD, Phase 2B
• Final plat approval for 73 lots at Hidden Lakes SD, Phase 4

The Planning Commission approved several subdivision plats and conditional use requests, including a medical cannabis dispensary and a daycare center. A rezoning request for a property on Anderson Road received a positive recommendation for City Council. One final plat for Foxrun SD Phase 2B was tabled.

• Approved preliminary plat for Springhill Heights SD (7-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Morris Avenue Townhomes SD (7-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Foxrun SD Lot 1, Phase 1A (6-0)
• Tabled final plat for Foxrun SD Phase 2B (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Silver Oak SD Phase 2 (8-0)
• Approved conditional use for two-unit townhome at 104 North 3rd Street (3-0)
• Approved conditional use for daycare center at 404 2nd Avenue (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for medical cannabis dispensary at 3021 Capps Way (8-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review a presentation regarding a development project. The meeting also includes a review of the current council meeting agenda.

• Holland Homes presentation for the 3200 Block of Columbus Pkwy
• Firefly Development presentation

City Council

The City Council will discuss tax abatements for several companies and zoning amendments for properties on 1st Avenue and Columbus Parkway. The body is also reviewing special use permits for wireless providers and annual appropriation contracts for community organizations.

• Tax abatements and exemptions for Car Tech, LLC and HL Mando America Corporation
• Zoning change for 3200 Columbus Parkway (209.71 Acres) to Planned Unit Development
• Special use permits for AT&T (2000 Steel Street), Verizon Wireless (2404 Frederick Road), and Dish Wireless (54 Reeder Road)
• Alcohol license request for Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux
• Speed limit changes on Waverly Parkway and Hamilton Road

The City Council unanimously approved tax abatements for Car Tech, LLC, HL Mando America Corporation, AGS America, Inc., and Golden State Foods Corp. The council also granted special use permits for AT&T, Verizon Wireless, and Dish Wireless. Additionally, a speed limit change for Waverly Parkway and Hamilton Road was approved.

• Approved alcohol license for Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux (Unanimous)
• Approved speed limit change on Waverly Parkway and Hamilton Road (Unanimous)
• Approved tax abatements/exemptions for Car Tech, LLC, HL Mando America Corporation, AGS America, Inc., and Golden State Foods Corp. (Unanimous)
• Approved special use permits for AT&T, Verizon Wireless, and Dish Wireless (Unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 appropriation contracts for American Red Cross, AO Discover!, and Twin Cedars Child Advocacy Center (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of survey equipment, inspection camera, and IT software (Unanimous)
• Appointed Patricia A. Jones to Opelika Utilities Board (Unanimous)
• Tabled zoning amendment for 1531 and 1617 1st Avenue

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider two variance requests. The board will decide if specific property owners can deviate from standard zoning requirements for construction and signage.

• Variance request for 1001 Oak Bowery Road to allow a 30x40 detached garage with a 1.5 foot front yard setback reduction
• Request from McOne Development, LLC at 2456 Frederick Road to install a wall sign on a non-primary facade
• Variance request from McOne Development, LLC at 2456 Frederick Road to waive the street frontage landscape buffer

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review requests for property modifications in the Downtown and Geneva Historic Districts. The body will decide on window, door, and parking area changes.

• 108 S. 8th St: Request to replace rear windows and door and install metal awning
• 807 Geneva St: Request for parking area and wood shutters

The commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for property modifications in the Downtown and Geneva Historic Districts. Staff also reported that the city council approved applying for a CLG grant to update design guidelines.

• Approved COA for 108 S. 8th St to install wood windows, a wood rear door, and a metal awning (All approved)
• Approved COA for 807 Geneva St to install gravel parking with shrub screening and wood shutters (All approved)
• Approved November 10, 2022 minutes (All approved)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review presentations and discuss the current meeting agenda. The session includes requests to advertise public hearings for two rezoning applications on Society Hill Road.

• CDBG PY2021 Consolidated Annual Performance Report (CAPER)
• Rezoning request for 2701 Society Hill Road (16.47 Acres) from C-2 to C-3
• Rezoning request for 2700 block Society Hill Road (67.6 Acres) from R-1 & C-2 to C-2

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning amendments for medical cannabis dispensaries and a 209.71-acre development on Columbus Parkway. The body is also reviewing several annual appropriation contracts for local non-profits and emergency stream repairs at 516 Camelot Way.

• Public hearing to add Section 8.28.3 Medical Cannabis Dispensaries to the Zoning Ordinance
• Proposed zoning change for 209.71 acres at 3200 block Columbus Parkway to a Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• Contract with Hudmon Construction Company, Inc. for emergency stream repair at 516 Camelot Way
• Purchase of two 2023 Pitts TA12 TAG Trailers and two Chargepoint 250 Charging Stations
• Proposed speed limit changes on Waverly Parkway and Hamilton Road

The City Council approved a zoning ordinance to add medical cannabis dispensaries and authorized the conveyance of real property to Auburn University. The council also approved several annual appropriation contracts for local non-profits and various infrastructure repairs.

• Approved zoning ordinance for medical cannabis dispensaries (Unanimous)
• Approved conveyance of real property to Auburn University (Unanimous)
• Approved continued Food Truck Friday Nights in Downtown Opelika (Unanimous)
• Approved Christmas Golf Cart Parade in Stoneybrook Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved weed abatement assessments for 414 Avenue A and 308 Brannon Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 appropriation contracts for Arts Association of East Alabama, ACHR, Domestic Violence Intervention Center, Employers Child Care Alliance, and Lee County Literacy Coalition (Unanimous)
• Approved special appropriation to the Dream Day Foundation (Unanimous)
• Reappointed John Wesley McCollum, Jr. as Municipal Court Judge (Unanimous)

General

The Planning Commission rejected a rezoning request and land use map amendment for the Electra Estates/Hopson Farms project following resident opposition. Several other residential plats and a conditional use permit for a tire store were approved. The commission also approved a draft inter-local agreement with Lee County regarding planning jurisdiction.

• Denied rezoning and Future Land Use Map amendment for 229.2-acre Electra Estates mixed-use project (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for Discount Tire store at 2125 and 2109 Frederick Road (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved preliminary plat for National Village SD Plat 6B (9 lots) and Plat 3A (61 lots) (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Fox Run SD Phase 2A (13 lots) (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Wyndham Gates SD Pod 3 Phase 2 (10 lots) (7-0)
• Approved final plat for The Villages of Opelika SD Phase 1 (50 lots) (7-0)
• Sent positive recommendation to City Council for rezoning 16.47 acres at 2701 Society Hill Road to C-3 (7-0)
• Sent positive recommendation to City Council for rezoning 67.6 acres at 2700 block of Society Hill Road to C-2 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a work session to hear presentations and review the current meeting agenda. No resolutions or ordinances are listed for action.

• Presentation by Joanne Camp, Opelika Municipal Court Public Defender
• Presentation by Marty Moore, Opelika Theater Company

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on several service contracts, equipment purchases, and special use permits. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding weed abatement and consider a zoning amendment.

• 1st reading of ordinance setting a Special School Tax Election for 02-28-23
• 2nd reading of zoning amendment for 1531 and 1617 1st Avenue from M-1 to PUD
• Public hearing and assessment for weed abatement at 915 York Avenue
• Special use permits for AT&T at 1315 Madison Avenue and Verizon Wireless at 10 Veterans Parkway
• Contracts for traffic signal retiming and intersection analysis with Sain Associates, Inc.

The City Council approved a date for a special school tax election and granted several special use permits for wireless towers. The council also approved various annual appropriation contracts and city service bids. A zoning amendment for 1st Avenue and a contract with the Arts Association of East Alabama were tabled.

• Approved special school tax election date for 02-28-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Verizon Wireless at 600 Floral Street (4-1)
• Approved special use permit for AT&T at 1315 Madison Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Verizon Wireless at 10 Veterans Parkway (Unanimous)
• Approved annual appropriation contracts for Boys and Girls Clubs, East Alabama Healthcare Authority, and Opelika Theater Company (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two Grasshopper 329B mowers and sports lighting for Floral Park (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Harold W. Morris as Public Defender for Opelika Municipal Court (Unanimous)
• Tabled zoning amendment for 1531 and 1617 1st Avenue (Unanimous)

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review requests for exterior modifications to properties in the Northside and Downtown Historic Districts. The body will consider changes to windows, siding, and the installation of a storage building.

• 314 N. 9th St: Request to reposition three windows
• 108 N. 8th St: Request to install metal storage building
• 815 6th Ave: Request to paint brick and vinyl siding, replace garage door, and install wood privacy fence

The Commission approved certificates of appropriateness (COA) for window repositioning, a metal storage shed, and multiple exterior home updates. One request for awnings was tabled by the applicant.

• Approved repositioning three kitchen windows at 314 N. 9th St (All approved)
• Approved 8’x8’ metal storage building at 108 N. 8th St (All approved)
• Tabled awning request at 108 N. 8th St
• Approved painting brick/vinyl siding, new garage door, wood fence, and concrete patio at 815 6th Ave (All approved)
• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes (All approved)

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to approve previous minutes and review one variance request. The board will determine if a property owner may exceed the maximum size limit for accessory structures in a residential district.

• Variance request for John R. Coe at 211 N 30th Street to exceed 50% maximum size for accessory structures in VR-1 zoning district

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review presentations and requests for public advertisements. Discussions include a large rezoning request and potential changes to the zoning ordinance regarding medical cannabis dispensaries.

• Rezoning request for 209.7 acres in the 3200 block of Columbus Parkway to PUD zoning
• Proposed zoning ordinance text amendments to define and categorize Medical Cannabis Dispensaries

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading to rezone 1531 and 1617 1st Avenue from M-1 to PUD. The body is also reviewing several professional service contracts and annual appropriation agreements for local organizations.

• Zoning amendment for 1531 and 1617 1st Avenue (8.928 Acres) from M-1 to PUD
• Professional services contract with Seay, Seay & Litchfield, P.C. for Denson Recreation Center Renovations
• Agreement with Davis Architects, Inc. for Aquatic Facilities Project
• Special Use Permit for AT&T at 2605 Tower Street
• Annual appropriation contracts for Storybook Farm, Opelika Chamber of Commerce, and One Voice Shelter Coalition

The council approved several annual appropriation contracts for local organizations and funding agreements for housing nonprofits. They also authorized the purchase of a Chevy Tahoe, a John Deere Gator, and various industrial pumps. A special use permit for a cell tower at 600 Floral Street remained tabled.

• Approved temporary street closure for Younglife 5K Event on 11-13-22 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Chevy Tahoe (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 John Deere Gator (Unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for AT&T at 2605 Tower Street (Unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 appropriation contracts for One Voice Shelter Coalition, Opelika Downtown Redevelopment Authority, and Storybook Farm (Unanimous)
• Approved FY2023 appropriation contract for Opelika Chamber of Commerce (4-0)
• Approved funding agreements with Auburn Opelika Habitat for Humanity and The Fuller Center for Housing, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Tabled special use permit for Verizon Wireless at 600 Floral Street

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several conditional use permits and zoning ordinance text amendments. The body is also reviewing plat approvals for new subdivisions and two large-scale rezoning requests.

• Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments including a new section for Medical Cannabis Dispensaries
• Rezoning request for Electra Estates (229.2 acres) on Anderson Road from R-1 to PUD
• PUD zoning request for 204.3 acres at the 3200 block of Columbus Road
• Plat approvals for Whippoorwill Lakes (18 lots), National Village Phase 8A (55 lots), and The Villages of Opelika Phase 1 (50 lots)
• Conditional use requests for a paintball field at 80 North Uniroyal Road and a veterinarian clinic at 3650 Pepperell Parkway

The Planning Commission approved several conditional use permits for a paintball field, roofing office, vet clinic, and retail stores. It also recommended a zoning amendment to allow medical cannabis dispensaries. A rezoning request for a 614-unit residential development on Columbus Road was denied and will move to City Council with a negative recommendation.

• Approved preliminary and final plat for Whippoorwill Lakes SD (18 lots)
• Approved final plat for National Village SD, Phase 8A (55 lots), signatures held
• Approved temporary conditional use for paintball field at 80 North Uniroyal Road (expires Nov 1, 2024)
• Approved conditional use for roofing contractor office at 2200 Frederick Road
• Approved conditional use for veterinarian clinic at 3650 Pepperell Parkway
• Approved conditional use for office/warehouse/retail at 2521 Loyalty Loop Road
• Approved conditional use for building supply and garden center at 1450 Columbus Parkway
• Denied rezoning for Holland Homes PUD on Columbus Road (3-1-1)

City Council

The agenda for this work session is procedural boilerplate. No specific resolutions, ordinances, or discussion items are listed.

City Council

The City Council will consider several special use permits for wireless providers and hold public hearings regarding a cell tower and weed abatement. The body is also reviewing various service contracts, funding agreements for local nonprofits, and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing for cell tower construction at 600 Floral Street
• Public hearing for weed abatement assessment at 506 South 8th Street
• Emergency repairs for sinkholes at 1506 & 1508 Preston St.
• Purchase of a 2023 Ford Ranger XL 4WD SuperCab
• Professional services contract with Barrett Simpson, Inc. for Columbus Parkway North Access Road

General

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new 5-unit townhome development at 807 Tolbert Blvd in the Geneva Historic District, with conditions including a raised foundation, painted brick or traditional red brick, and use of SDL vinyl windows and painted fiberglass doors. The commission also approved several other COAs, including a mural at 201 S. 9th St, a privacy fence and doorway at 719 1st Ave, a retroactive COA for painting brick and a mural at the same address, landscape lighting at 714 2nd Ave, a porch roof at 507 Geneva St, and a carport addition and metal roofing at 512 N. 8th St.

• Approved new construction of 5-unit townhomes at 807 Tolbert Blvd with conditions (painted alternate plan, 10" columns, pyramid wrapped steps, SDL vinyl windows, painted fiberglass door, brick and aluminum fencing) (all approved)
• Approved COA for mural at 201 S. 9th St (The Surcie Shoppe) (all approved)
• Approved COA for 8ft privacy fence with lattice top and opening doorway at 719 1st Ave (all approved)
• Approved retroactive COA for painting unpainted brick and mural at 719 1st Ave (The Cotton District) (all approved)
• Approved COA for two bronze lamp posts at 714 2nd Ave (all approved)
• Approved COA for metal porch roof at 507 Geneva St (all approved)
• Approved COA for carport addition and metal roofing accents at 512 N. 8th St (all approved)
• Approved September 8, 2022 minutes and nominated Mark Grantham as Co-Chair (all approved)

General

The regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment scheduled for October 11, 2022, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of applications.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to address a specific ordinance. The primary focus is the second reading of the Bond Issue and GO Warrants, Series 2022.

• Second reading of Bond Issue and GO Warrants, Series 2022

The Opelika City Council approved Ordinance 030-22, authorizing a bond issue and general obligation warrants, Series 2022, on second reading. The vote was unanimous with four ayes and no nays or abstentions. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the vote.

• Approved Ordinance 030-22 for bond issue and GO warrants, Series 2022 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss a rezoning request and two ordinances. These include the potential repeal of the city's residential rental registration program and a bond issue.

• Rezoning request for 1531 First Avenue (8.6 Acres) from M-1 to PUD
• First reading of ordinance to repeal Residential Rental Registration and Inspection Program (Sections 12-40 through 12-65)
• First reading of Bond Issue and GO Warrants, Series 2022

City Council

The City Council will discuss the operation of medical cannabis dispensing sites and the repeal of the residential rental registration and inspection program. The body is also reviewing several police vehicle and equipment purchases and annual appropriation contracts for FY2023.

• 2nd reading of ordinance to authorize medical cannabis dispensing sites
• 1st reading of ordinance to repeal residential rental registration and inspection program
• Purchase of 22 Chevrolet Tahoes, radios, camera systems, and radar systems for PD
• Public hearings for weed abatement assessments at 1733 1st Avenue and 504 S. 4th Street
• Alcohol license requests for Butcher Paper BBQ, The Jailhouse, and Zen Steak And Sushi

The Opelika City Council unanimously approved an ordinance authorizing medical cannabis dispensing sites (2nd reading) and repealed the residential rental registration and inspection program, refunding amounts collected. The council also approved 31 resolutions including annual appropriations for various community organizations, purchases of police vehicles and equipment, and a subaward agreement for Pepperell Creekline Trail improvements. A bond issue ordinance was initially stalled due to a procedural vote but later passed after reconsideration.

• Approved medical cannabis dispensing sites ordinance (unanimous)
• Repealed residential rental registration and inspection program, authorizing refunds (unanimous)
• Approved bond issue and GO Warrants, Series 2022 (unanimous after reconsideration)
• Approved 22 police vehicles, equipment, radios, cameras, and radar systems (unanimous)
• Approved subaward agreement with ADECA for Pepperell Creekline Trail improvements (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of building permit fees for Indian Pines Recreation Authority golf course improvements (unanimous)
• Approved annual appropriation contracts for 16 community organizations (unanimous or 4-0)
• Approved alcohol licenses for Butcher Paper BBQ, The Jailhouse, and Zen Steak And Sushi (unanimous)

General

The Planning Commission is reviewing several subdivision plats and conditional use requests. The body will discuss rezoning requests for properties on Anderson Road and First Avenue, as well as the annexation of 204.3 acres on Columbus Parkway.

• Rezoning of 229.2 acres on Anderson Road from R-1 to PUD
• Rezoning of 8.6 acres at 1531 First Avenue from M-1 to PUD
• Annexation and PUD zoning request for 204.3 acres on the 3200 block of Columbus Parkway
• Major amendment to Wyndham PUD to replace apartments with 200 townhome units
• Conditional use requests for auto sales at 1212 First Avenue and an ATV lot at 4800 Birmingham Highway

The Opelika Planning Commission approved preliminary and final plats for Jordan's Gate, The Ballfields, Wyndham Village Phase 2, and Wyndham Gates Pod 3, along with conditional uses for auto sales, an ATV dealership, and an Elks Lodge relocation. A major rezoning for 209 acres on Columbus Parkway was tabled for further staff review. The commission also approved a minor amendment to the Executive Hills PUD master plan and a future land use map change for the former Leshner Mill site.

• Approved preliminary and final plat for Jordan's Gate subdivision (2 lots) to dedicate existing private roads as public streets.
• Approved preliminary and final plat for The Ballfields SD Plat No. 3 (1 lot) to create right-of-way for Ballfields Loop.
• Approved final plat for Wyndham Village SD Phase 2 Section 2 (60 single-family lots plus 1 remainder lot).
• Approved conditional use for Richard Temple Anderson to use parking spaces for used auto sales (max 10 vehicles) at 1212 First Avenue.
• Approved conditional use for Extreme Power Sports ATV sales lot and maintenance shop at 4800 Birmingham Highway with revised site plan.
• Approved conditional use for Elks Lodge private social club to relocate to 1220 Fox Run Avenue, Suite 207.
• Approved minor amendment to Executive Hills PUD master plan to replace four 4-unit townhome groups with eight 2-unit townhomes (16 units total).
• Tabled rezoning request for 229.2 acres at Anderson and Andrews Roads (Electra Estates) to October 25, 2022 meeting.

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the first reading of an ordinance regarding medical cannabis dispensing sites. The body is also reviewing seven administrative policies related to the use and management of ARPA funds.

• First reading of ordinance to authorize medical cannabis dispensing sites
• Approval of ARPA Eligible Use Policy
• Approval of ARPA Internal Control Policies and Procedures
• Approval of ARPA Property Management Policy
• Approval of ARPA Conflict of Interest Policy

City Council

The City Council is reviewing policies for the expenditure of ARPA funds and considering the operation of medical cannabis dispensing sites. The body is also holding public hearings regarding weed abatement assessments and voting on two PUD zoning amendments.

• Public hearings for weed abatement at 308 Brannon Avenue and 2102 Long Street
• 1st reading of ordinance to authorize medical cannabis dispensing sites
• 2nd reading of zoning changes to PUD for Robert Trent Jones Trail (2.6 acres) and Sportsplex Parkway (154 acres)
• Purchase of two 2023 Ford F-150 Super Crew Pickup Trucks
• Approval of multiple ARPA fund policies including eligible use, internal controls, and record retention

The Opelika City Council unanimously approved multiple policies for spending ARPA funds, including eligible use, internal controls, property management, allowable costs, nondiscrimination, record retention, and conflict of interest. They also passed second readings of ordinances amending business license fees and rezoning two properties (Robert Trent Jones Trail and Sportsplex Parkway) to PUD. A first reading was introduced to authorize medical cannabis dispensing sites. The council also approved weed abatement assessments, a mobile computing contract, and various purchases.

• Approved ARPA fund policies (eligible use, internal controls, property management, allowable costs, nondiscrimination, record retention, conflict of interest) unanimously
• Amended business license fee ordinance (Section 14-302(3)) on second reading unanimously
• Rezoned 2.6 acres on Robert Trent Jones Trail from I-1 to PUD unanimously
• Rezoned 154 acres on Sportsplex Parkway from R-3 to PUD unanimously
• Introduced first reading of ordinance to authorize medical cannabis dispensing sites
• Approved weed abatement assessments at 308 Brannon Avenue and 2102 Long Street unanimously
• Approved mobile computing solutions for OFD & OPD unanimously
• Approved emergency purchase of gasoline and diesel fuel from K&B Oil Supply unanimously

General

The regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment scheduled for September 13, 2022, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of applications.

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review construction and renovation requests in the Geneva and Downtown Historic Districts. The body will also nominate a Chair and Secretary for 2022-2023.

• 807 Geneva St: Replace siding and demolish garage
• 707 Geneva St: Rebuild right side porch and handicap ramp
• 104 N. 9th St: Parking lot request
• 807 Tolbert Blvd: New construction

The Opelika Historic Preservation Commission approved several certificates of appropriateness (COAs), including replacing siding and demolishing a non-contributing garage at 807 Geneva St., rebuilding a storm-damaged porch and handicap ramp at 707 Geneva St., and a parking lot at 104 N. 9th St. A new five-unit townhome project at 807 Tolbert Blvd. was tabled for revised plans. The commission also approved guideline changes allowing staff-level approval for dead tree removal with an arborist letter.

• Approved COA for 807 Geneva St.: replace vinyl siding with cementitious siding, demolish non-contributing garage, install new wood door and sign (all approved)
• Approved COA for 707 Geneva St.: rebuild right side porch and handicap ramp matching original design (all approved)
• Approved COA for 104 N. 9th St.: install up to 10 gravel parking spaces and 1 concrete handicap space, contingent on adjoining property owner access letter (all approved)
• Tabled COA for 807 Tolbert Blvd.: new five-unit townhome project; applicant to return with revised plans addressing design concerns (no vote taken)
• Approved guideline changes: staff may approve removal of dead trees with certified arborist letter and tree replacement plan (all approved)
• Approved August 11, 2022 meeting minutes (all approved)
• Elected Rush Denson as Chair and Linda Lanz as Secretary for 2022-2023 (all approved)

City Council

The City Council will consider the FY 2023 budget and several zoning changes. The body is also reviewing alcohol license requests and weed abatement assessments for five properties.

• Approve City Budget for FY 2023
• Zoning amendments for Robert Trent Jones Trail (2.6 acres) and Sportsplex Parkway (154 acres) to PUD
• Awarding of bids for Opelika Fire Station #5
• Special Use Permits for AT&T at 1051 Douglas Street and T-Mobile at 1981 Airport Road
• Amend City Code of Ordinances regarding Business License Issuance Fee

The Opelika City Council voted 4-1 to adopt the Mayor's redistricting plan on second reading, after a 3-2 vote failed to amend the plan with the NAACP's proposed map. Councilman Ward 1 Allen was the sole 'no' vote on the final adoption. The council also unanimously approved the FY 2023 city budget (4-1, with Councilwoman Norris voting no), and approved several alcohol licenses, event requests, and purchases including AstroTurf for Floral Park and sports lighting for Covington Baseball Field.

• Adopted the Mayor's plan for redistricting council districts on second reading (4-1).
• Failed to amend the redistricting plan with the NAACP's proposed map (3-2).
• Approved the FY 2023 city budget (4-1).
• Approved alcohol licenses for Allstate Beverage Company, Botanic, Viva La Vida Mexican Cuisine, and The Flying Biscuit Cafe.
• Approved purchase of AstroTurf for Floral Park and sports lighting for Covington Baseball Field.
• Approved a services agreement with Motorola Solutions Inc. for the Police Department.
• Approved special appropriations to Circles of Opelika, Opelika Kiwanis Club, and P&R Sportsplex.
• Approved weed abatement assessments for five properties and two special use permits for AT&T and T-Mobile.

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to receive a presentation on the Annual City Budget for FY 2023. The body will also review and discuss the current council meeting agenda.

• Presentation of Annual City Budget for FY 2023 by Controller/Treasurer Cindy Boyd

General

The Planning Commission is considering preliminary and final plats for several residential subdivisions. The body will also hold public hearings on conditional use requests for a childcare center, an RV sales lot expansion, and a private school.

• Preliminary plat for Fenwick SD (111 lots) at 3001 Columbus Parkway
• Final plats for National Village SD Phase 6B, Andrews Estates SD Phase 3, Wyndham Gates SD Pod 3 Phase 1, Cannon Gate SD Phase 3B, and Wildwood SD
• Conditional use request for a childcare center at 2419 Frederick Road
• Conditional use request for RV Roadway of Opelika to expand outside display and build a 11,250 square foot service building
• Conditional use request for Morae Classical School on 8.4 acres at Lake Condy Road and Andrews Road

The Opelika Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for the 111-lot Fenwick subdivision off Columbus Parkway, with conditions including underground utilities, sidewalks, and a buffer screen. The commission also granted final plat approvals for National Village Phase 6B, Andrews Estates Phase 3, and The Woods subdivision, and approved conditional uses for a daycare on Frederick Road, a private school on Lake Condy Road, and a 12-month extension for a climate-controlled self-storage building on Samford Avenue. Several items were tabled at applicants' requests, including Wyndham Gates Pod 3, Cannon Gate Phase 3B, and Fox Path subdivision.

• Approved preliminary plat for Fenwick SD, 111 lots (7-0)
• Approved final plat for National Village SD Phase 6B, 1 lot (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Andrews Estates SD Phase 3, 25 lots (7-0)
• Tabled Wyndham Gates SD Pod 3 Phase 1 final plat to Sept 27 (7-0)
• Tabled Cannon Gate SD Phase 3B final plat to Sept 27 (7-0)
• Approved final plat for The Woods SD, 77 lots (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for childcare center at 2419 Frederick Road (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for Morae Classical School at Lake Condy/Andrews Roads (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the current meeting agenda and receive general updates. The meeting includes a presentation regarding financing for a new school.

• Presentation on upcoming financing for new school by Dr. Farrell Seymore and Bob Young

City Council

The City Council will discuss zoning amendments for Society Hill Road and a financing agreement for a new 6th grade school. The body is also reviewing special use permits for Dish Wireless and various city contracts.

• Financing agreement for new 6th grade school (OCS)
• Zoning changes for 3373 Society Hill Road (3.14 acres) and 2900 block Society Hill Road (40 acres)
• Special use permits for Dish Wireless at 1981 Airport Road and 2002 Steel Street
• Public hearing and assessment for weed abatement at 3307 Arnold Avenue
• Bids for City-Wide ADA Roadway Improvements Project

The Opelika City Council unanimously approved a financing agreement for a new 6th grade school, added to the agenda during the meeting. The council also approved multiple bids, resolutions, and zoning changes, including two Dish Wireless special use permits and a rezoning on Society Hill Road. A redistricting plan remained tabled after a motion to remove it lacked a second.

• Approved financing agreement for new 6th grade school (unanimous)
• Approved city-wide ADA roadway improvements project (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Dish Wireless at 1981 Airport Road (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Dish Wireless at 2002 Steel Street (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 3373 Society Hill Road from R-1 to C-2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 2900 block Society Hill Road to C-2 (unanimous)
• Appointed Mark Gatlin and reappointed Mark Grantham to Historic Preservation Commission (unanimous)
• Redistricting plan remained tabled (no second to remove)

General

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed for discussion.

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to review requests for setbacks, parking, and sign height. These decisions determine if specific properties can deviate from standard city zoning requirements.

• 10-foot front yard setback variance for 710 Avenue E
• 15-foot front yard setback variance for 512 South 8th Street
• 6 parking space variance for 512 South 8th Street
• 40-foot sign height variance for RaceTrac Petroleum, Inc. at 1107 Columbus Parkway

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning amendments for properties on Society Hill Road. The body is also reviewing agreements for the Opelika Aquatics Facilities Project and industrial access road inspections.

• Public hearing to rezone 3373 Society Hill Road (3.14 acres) from R-1 to C-2, GC-P
• Public hearing to rezone 2900 block Society Hill Road (40 acres) from R-1 & C-2 to C-2
• Agreement with Robins & Morton as Construction Manager for the Opelika Aquatics Facilities Project
• Agreement with CDG Engineering for Hanwha Cimarron Industrial Access Road inspection services
• Agreement with ADEM for Recycling Fund Grant

The Opelika City Council took no action on the redistricting plan, leaving it tabled after no motion was made to bring it back for a vote. The council introduced three ordinances on first reading, including two zoning changes on Society Hill Road and a business license revocation amendment. All other resolutions and appointments were approved unanimously.

• Redistricting plan remained tabled (no motion to remove)
• Introduced zoning change at 3373 Society Hill Road from R-1 to C-2, GC-P (1st reading)
• Introduced zoning change at 2900 block Society Hill Road from R-1 & C-2 to C-2 (1st reading)
• Introduced amendment to Section 14-318 revoking business licenses (1st reading)
• Approved expense reports from various departments (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Robins & Morton as construction manager for aquatics facility (unanimous)
• Approved lump sum RSA payment to retirees (unanimous)
• Appointed Deke Hilyer and Ken Ward to Downtown Redevelopment Authority (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review requests for public hearings regarding two rezoning projects. The body is also considering a first reading of an ordinance to amend the city code regarding business license revocation.

• Rezoning request for 2.6 acres at Robert Trent Jones Trail from I-1 to PUD
• Rezoning request for 154 acres at Sportsplex Parkway from R-3 to PUD
• First reading of ordinance to amend Section 14-318 regarding Revoking Business License

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several subdivision plats and rezoning requests. The body will discuss land use amendments and conditional use permits for businesses and residential expansions.

• Rezoning of 154 acres on Sportsplex Parkway from R-3 to PUD
• Rezoning of 2.6 acres at the 3250 block of Robert Trent Jones Trail from I-1 to PUD
• Preliminary plat for Shaw Estates SD (31 lots) on Oak Bowery Road
• Preliminary plat for Fox Path SD (28 lots) on Hwy 29 N
• Conditional use request for a vehicle accessory business at 2417 Frederick Road

The Opelika Planning Commission approved a Future Land Use Map amendment and sent a positive rezoning recommendation to City Council for 154 acres off Sportsplex Parkway, from R-3 to PUD, for a 241-lot residential development. The commission also granted preliminary approval for a 31-lot subdivision off Oak Bowery Road, tabled a 28-lot subdivision at the applicant's request, and approved several other plats and conditional use permits.

• Approved FLUM amendment for 154 acres off Sportsplex Parkway to mixed-use (6-0)
• Sent positive rezoning recommendation to City Council for 154 acres R-3 to PUD (6-0)
• Granted preliminary plat approval for Shaw Estates SD, 31 lots off Oak Bowery Road (6-0)
• Tabled Fox Path SD, 28 lots off Hwy 29 N, until August 23, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved FLUM amendment for 2.6 acres off Robert Trent Jones Trail to mixed-use (6-0)
• Sent positive rezoning recommendation to City Council for 2.6 acres I-1 to PUD (6-0)
• Granted preliminary plat approval for National Village SD Phase 6B, 1 lot (6-0)
• Granted preliminary and final plat approval for Opelika Utilities Property SD, 5 lots (5-0-1)

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review requests for property alterations in the Northside and Downtown Historic Districts. The body will consider changes to windows, tree removal, and signage.

• 314 N. 9th St: Request to replace window glass, replace rear door with window, and enclose side porch
• 104 N. 9th St: Request to remove multiple trees
• 127 S. 8th St: Request for a sign

The Opelika Historic Preservation Commission approved three certificates of appropriateness (COAs) at its July 21, 2022 meeting. It approved a COA for 314 N. 9th St. to replace windows, replace a rear door with a window, and enclose a side porch, with conditions on window framing. It approved a COA for 104 N. 9th St. to remove six trees, requiring a tree replacement and landscape plan. It also approved a COA for a vertical sign at 127 S. 8th St. The meeting was procedural with no citizen comments or old business.

• Approved COA for 314 N. 9th St. (window replacement, door-to-window, porch enclosure) with condition that all windows have wood framing and trim consistent with existing windows (all approved)
• Approved COA for 104 N. 9th St. to remove six trees, with requirement for tree replacement and landscape plan (all approved)
• Approved COA for vertical sign at 127 S. 8th St. (all approved)
• Approved June 9, 2022 minutes (all approved)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 p.m. (all approved)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review a proposed redistricting of council districts presented by the NAACP. The meeting also includes general updates and a review of the current council meeting agenda.

• Proposed redistricting of Council Districts by NAACP

City Council

The City Council will review several equipment purchases and infrastructure projects. The body is also considering an electronic meeting policy and participation in opioid settlements.

• Authorization to join State of Alabama and other local governments in opioid settlements
• Bids for South Long Street Sidewalk and Drainage Upgrades
• Bids for Opelika North Park Industrial Access Road Project
• 2nd reading of an Electronic Meeting Policy for City Council Meetings
• Purchase of Holmatro Extrication Tools and Rescue Equipment for the FD

The Opelika City Council unanimously approved joining current and future opioid settlements, adopted an electronic meeting policy, and approved multiple bids and resolutions including road projects and equipment purchases. A motion to remove the redistricting plan from the table failed 2-2, leaving it tabled.

• Approved joining opioid settlements (unanimous)
• Adopted electronic meeting policy (unanimous)
• Approved Main Street Alabama LAB Reception event (unanimous)
• Approved Songwriters Festival street closure (unanimous)
• Approved 17 archery targets purchase (unanimous)
• Approved South Long Street sidewalk and drainage upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved North Park Industrial Access Road project (unanimous)
• Failed to remove redistricting plan from table (2-2)

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to approve previous minutes and review a variance request. The board will determine if a sign height exception should be granted for a specific business location.

• RaceTrac Petroleum, Inc. (1107 Columbus Parkway) request for a 40-foot height variance for a freestanding sign (maximum requirement is 20 feet)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review a feasibility study for aquatic center capital improvements. The body is also considering requests to advertise public hearings for two rezoning requests on Society Hill Road.

• Feasibility Study on Aquatic Center Capital Improvements
• Rezoning request for 3373 Society Hill Road (3.1 acres) from R-1 to C-2, GC-P
• Rezoning request for 2900 block Society Hill Road (40 acres) from R-1 to C-2

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding weed abatement assessments on Avenue C. The body is deciding on zoning ordinance amendments and a new electronic meeting policy. Other business includes awarding bids for infrastructure and custodial services.

• Public hearings for weed abatement assessments at 100 Avenue C, Avenue C, and 200 Avenue C
• Zoning ordinance amendments to Section 7.3A, Section 7.7 Downtown Residential Living, and Section 7.3C
• Proposed Electronic Meeting Policy for City Council Meetings
• Bids for sewer line extension to Andrews Road and Floral Park drainage and turf fields
• Purchase of two 2023 Ford Vans via Sourcewell Contract #091521-NAF

The Opelika City Council approved a zoning ordinance amendment for downtown residential living and use categories by a 3-2 vote, despite concerns about traffic on 10th Street. The council also approved all five bid items and nine resolutions, including weed abatement assessments for three properties on Avenue C, with votes of 3-2, 4-1, and 4-1 respectively. A redistricting plan remained tabled after a motion to remove it failed for lack of a second. Citizen comments included requests about school board speaking rules, a park for handicapped children, and the proposed 10th Street development.

• Approved zoning ordinance amendment for downtown residential living and use categories (3-2)
• Approved weed abatement assessment at 100 Avenue C (3-2)
• Approved weed abatement assessment at Avenue C (4-1)
• Approved weed abatement assessment at 200 Avenue C (4-1)
• Approved custodial services contract for Sportsplex (unanimous)
• Approved fiber connection for Aubix Datacenter (unanimous)
• Approved sewer line extension for Andrews Road (unanimous)
• Approved Floral Park drainage and turf fields (unanimous)

General

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider several preliminary and final plats, rezoning requests, and conditional use permits. Discussions include new housing subdivisions, commercial warehouse and retail sites, and master plan revisions for existing developments.

• Foxrun SD Phase 2: Preliminary approval for 123 lots accessed from Village Drive
• Ballfields PUD: Minor amendment to remove 168 apartment units and add 32 townhome units
• 3373 Society Hill Road: Rezoning request for 3.14 acres from R-1 to C-2, GC-P
• 2900 block of Society Hill Road: Rezoning request for 40 acres from C-2, R-1 to C-2
• 1500 Pinehurst Drive: Conditional use request to add 36 apartment units to Pinehurst Apartments

The Opelika Planning Commission approved several preliminary and final plats, including a 123-lot subdivision (Foxrun SD Phase 2), a 2-lot estate division, and a 7-lot cottage redivision. The commission also approved minor amendments to the Hidden Lakes and Ballfields PUD master plans, multiple conditional use requests (ATV sales, townhomes, miniwarehouse, cottages, distribution warehouses, car wash), and sent positive rezoning recommendations to City Council for two properties on Society Hill Road. One conditional use request for an ATV sales lot was tabled to the July 26, 2022 meeting.

• Approved preliminary plat for Foxrun SD Phase 2, 123 lots (7-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Armetta Johnson Estate SD, 2 lots (7-0)
• Approved minor amendment to Hidden Lakes PUD Master Plan, 12 townhomes to 7 cottages (7-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Hidden Lakes Cottages SD, 7 lots (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Opelika Marketplace SD redivision, 4 lots (7-0)
• Approved minor amendment to Ballfields PUD Master Plan, removing 168 apartments, adding 32 townhomes (6-1, Cannon nay)
• Tabled conditional use for ATV sales lot at 4800 Birmingham Highway to July 26, 2022 (7-0)
• Sent positive rezoning recommendation to City Council for 3373 Society Hill Road, R-1 to C-2 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review a presentation on the proposed use of ARPA money. The meeting also includes a review and discussion of the current council meeting agenda.

• Presentation by Mayor Fuller on proposed use of ARPA money

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a project development agreement with VAH Investments, LLC and the demolition of 1204 Spring Drive. The body will also consider tax abatements for Golden State Foods Corp and updates to the city's zoning ordinance.

• Project Development Agreement with VAH Investments, LLC
• Tax abatements and exemptions for Golden State Foods Corp
• Demolition of 1204 Spring Drive
• Weed abatement assessments for 414 Avenue A, 206 Byrd Ave, and 1109 Magnolia Street
• Zoning ordinance amendments regarding duplexes and downtown residential living

The Opelika City Council unanimously approved a project development agreement with VAH Investments, LLC, and tax abatements for Golden State Foods Corp. The council also approved a zoning ordinance amendment making duplexes conditional uses in R-4 districts and mausoleums/columbariums/crematoriums conditional in GC-P and GC-S districts. A redistricting plan remained tabled after no motion to remove it was made.

• Approved alcohol license for Heritage House Lodging and Events (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for On the Tracks event on 10-21-22 (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for Christmas in a Railroad Town event on 12-09-22 (unanimous)
• Approved project development agreement with VAH Investments, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved tax abatements for Golden State Foods Corp (unanimous)
• Approved demolition at 1204 Spring Drive (unanimous)
• Approved weed abatement assessments at 414 Avenue A, 206 Byrd Ave, 1109 Magnolia Street (unanimous)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment on duplexes and mausoleums (unanimous)

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to review two variance requests. The board will determine if specific property requirements can be waived for a sign and a front yard setback.

• Sign variance request for 127 South 8th Street to allow a 35 square foot projecting sign
• Front yard setback variance request for 807 Torbert Blvd to reduce requirement from 25 feet to 15 feet

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review requests for exterior modifications to properties in the Downtown and Geneva Historic Districts. The body will decide on changes including window replacements, balcony installations, and masonry work.

• 116 S. 8th St: Replace windows, add trim, install Juliet balcony and new doors, and remove wood
• 404 S. 8th St: Replace front steps with brick
• 107 N. 9th St: Install brick front columns

The commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for a facade renovation at 116 S. 8th St., allowing fiber cement board materials and tinted windows despite staff concerns about alternative materials. It also retroactively approved brick steps at 404 S. 8th St. and brick columns at 107 N. 9th St. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved COA for 116 S. 8th St. with fiber cement and tinted windows (all approved)
• Approved retroactive COA for brick steps at 404 S. 8th St. (all approved)
• Approved retroactive COA for brick columns at 107 N. 9th St. (all approved)
• Approved May 12, 2022 minutes (all approved)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning ordinance text amendments and weed abatement assessments. The body is also reviewing alcohol license requests and several equipment purchases and service contracts.

• Rezonings for 2500 Block Frederick Road (7 acres) and Old Opelika Road & Frederick Road (6 acres) to C-2, GC-P
• Alcohol license requests for Copper Bear Associates LLC (The Ozone Lounge) and Quiktrip Corporation # 7172
• Weed abatement assessments for 1733 1st Avenue and 403 Raintree Street
• Purchase of four 2022 Ford F150 pickup trucks for PW and PW-CEM
• Special appropriations for GEMS Empowered (Juneteenth) and Sound Wall Music Initiative (Songwriters Festival)

The Opelika City Council approved two zoning map amendments, a sign ordinance text amendment, and introduced a zoning text amendment on duplexes and mausoleums. The council also approved multiple contracts, purchases, and special appropriations, including a $600,000+ engagement with Critical Insights Consulting (3-1). The redistricting plan remained tabled after no motion was made to remove it.

• Approved zoning change for 2500 block Frederick Road, 7 acres, R-4M to C-2, GC-P (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change for Old Opelika Road & Frederick Road, 6 acres, R-4 to C-2, GC-P (unanimous)
• Approved sign ordinance text amendment (unanimous)
• Introduced zoning text amendment on duplexes and mausoleums (1st reading)
• Approved engagement with Critical Insights Consulting, LLC (3-1)
• Approved MOU with Opelika City Board of Education for SRO Program (unanimous)
• Approved special appropriations for Juneteenth and Songwriters Festival (unanimous)
• Redistricting plan remained tabled (no motion to remove)

General

The Opelika Planning Commission approved all seven items on the agenda, including preliminary and final plats for Camelot Townhomes Phase 3, QuikTrip Store #7172, Wyndham Village Phase 2, and Village at Waterford Phase 4A, as well as conditional use approvals for a commercial development on Shannon Court, a Church of the Highlands facility, and a holistic wellness center. All votes were unanimous (7-0), with one abstention on the minutes approval. One item, the Pinehurst Apartments expansion, remains tabled at the applicant's request.

• Approved preliminary and final plat for Camelot Townhomes Phase 3 (8 lots) (7-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for QuikTrip Store #7172 (4 lots) (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Wyndham Village Phase 2, Section 1 (54 lots) (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for commercial buildings at 1405 Shannon Court (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for Church of the Highlands at 1451 Andrews Road (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for holistic wellness center at 410 Simmons Street (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Village at Waterford Phase 4A (72 lots) (7-0)
• Kept Pinehurst Apartments expansion tabled (no vote)

General

The Opelika Library Board approved the minutes from the March 28 regular meeting and the April special meeting. The board heard the librarian's report, which noted a first non-increase in door count in March, a staff change, and budget requests for converting part-time positions to full-time and for author visit consulting fees. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 28, 2022 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April special meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Opelika City Council approved the Opelika Main Street 'Grillin on the Tracks' event for August 27, 2022, by a 3-1 vote, after removing it from the table. The council also unanimously approved several licenses, resolutions, and public hearing items, including alcohol licenses, food truck Fridays, and various purchases and grants. The council tabled the redistricting plan for council districts to allow more discussion, and removed a zoning amendment for the 2600 block of First Avenue from the agenda.

• Approved Grillin on the Tracks event (3-1)
• Approved alcohol license for Auburn Billiards Sports Bar (unanimous)
• Approved continued Food Truck Friday Nights (unanimous)
• Tabled redistricting plan for council districts (unanimous)
• Removed zoning amendment for 2600 block First Avenue from agenda (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of portion of S 10th Street ROW (unanimous)
• Approved archery range award to Moore's Construction LLC (unanimous)
• Approved special appropriation to Boys & Girls Clubs (unanimous)

City Council

The Opelika City Council held a work session to hear presentations on public safety and local business initiatives. No specific resolutions or ordinances with dollar amounts or final decisions are listed in the agenda text. The meeting focused on informational updates from the police department, the Chamber of Commerce, and emergency management.

• Presentation on Opelika Police Department Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)
• Update from Opelika Chamber on Food Truck Friday Nights
• Presentation by Rita Smith from Lee County Emergency Management Agency

General

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for May 12, 2022, has been canceled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items, with no substantive decisions or discussions planned.

General

The Opelika Zoning Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for May 10, 2022, because no applications were submitted. This is a procedural cancellation, so no decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of applications

City Council

The Opelika City Council is holding its regular meeting with a full agenda of business. Key items include awarding bids for city-wide striping, roadway improvements, and asphalt paving, plus resolutions on tax abatements for several companies, emergency repairs on I-85, and a special use permit for AT&T. The council will also consider annexing 31 acres on Lafayette Parkway and a redistricting plan for council districts.

• Award bids for City-Wide Striping Project 22015, General Roadway Improvements Project 22014, and City-Wide Asphalt Paving Project 22013
• Approve tax abatements for Cumberland Plastic Systems, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (three entities), and extension for Yongsan Automotive
• Approve annexation of 31 acres on Lafayette Pkwy (2nd reading)
• Adopt redistricting plan for council districts (1st reading)
• Approve special use permits for AT&T at 1981 Airport Road and 1051 Douglas Street

The Opelika City Council approved tax abatements and exemptions for several Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama suppliers (Cumberland Plastic Systems, Daewon, Hanwha, and an extension for Yongsan Automotive) related to new electric vehicle parts manufacturing. The council also unanimously approved three road construction projects (city-wide striping, general roadway improvements, and asphalt paving), multiple resolutions including emergency repairs for I-85 exits 62 and 66, and a second reading of an ordinance to change council meeting times. A request from Opelika Main Street for the 'Grillin on the Tracks' event was tabled to ensure downtown merchants are consulted about street closures.

• Approved tax abatements for Hyundai suppliers Cumberland, Daewon, Hanwha (unanimous)
• Approved extension of tax abatement for Yongsan Automotive U.S.A. (unanimous)
• Approved City-Wide Striping Project 22015 (unanimous)
• Approved General Roadway Improvements Project 22014 (unanimous)
• Approved City-Wide Asphalt Paving Project 22013 (unanimous)
• Tabled 'Grillin on the Tracks' event request (unanimous)
• Approved emergency repairs for I-85 Exits 62 and 66 (unanimous)
• Approved second reading to change council meeting times (unanimous)

General

The Opelika Planning Commission approved preliminary and final plats for several subdivisions, including Jim Joe Perry SD, McDonald Downs SD, Global Impact SD, Legacy Village Townhomes, Windsor Village, and Cannon Gate SD. It also approved conditional use permits for a climate control mini-warehouse, additional self-storage units, a new church, a church in an existing building, and a Circle K gas station. The commission tabled the Village at Waterford Phase 4A final plat and recommended two zoning text amendments to the City Council.

• Approved preliminary plat for Jim Joe Perry SD (24 lots) (8-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for McDonald Downs SD (20 lots) (8-0)
• Approved final plat for Global Impact SD (8 lots) (8-0)
• Approved final plat for Legacy Village Townhomes Phase 2 (27 lots) (8-0)
• Approved final plat for Windsor Village Phase 2 (41 lots) (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved conditional use for climate control mini-warehouse at 3000 Old Opelika Road (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved conditional use for Circle K gas station at Birmingham Highway and Shelton Mill Road (8-0)
• Tabled final plat for Village at Waterford Phase 4A (74 lots) to May 24, 2022 (8-0)

City Council

The Opelika City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including a first reading of an ordinance to annex 31 acres on Lafayette Parkway, approval of ARPA funds use, a contract for firefighter cancer insurance, and a demolition public hearing. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, disbursements, and various resolutions.

• Annexation petition for 31 acres on Lafayette Pkwy (1st reading)
• Resolution to use ARPA SLFRF funds via standard allowance
• Contract with Chubb Insurance for firefighter cancer insurance
• Public hearing and resolution for demolition at 3807 Heritage Place
• Proposal for renovations to Southside Center for the Arts

City Council

The Opelika City Council is holding a worksession to discuss agenda items, including an update on the Court Forgiveness Program from Judge Hand and Judge McCollum. The meeting is primarily for discussion and review, with no resolutions or ordinances listed for action.

• Update on Court Forgiveness Program by Judge Hand/Judge McCollum
• Review/discuss current council meeting agenda

General

The Opelika Historic Preservation Commission approved three certificates of appropriateness (COAs) and denied one request. They approved a preliminary design for a new home at 413 S. 8th St, approved demolition of a garage and new accessory dwelling unit at 614 4th Ave, and approved wood and glass doors at 204 S. 8th St but required existing windows to remain. They denied a request to stucco a brick wall at 210 S. 8th St, instead requiring repointing and shuttered windows.

• Approved preliminary COA for new construction at 413 S. 8th St (all approved)
• Approved COA for demolition and new accessory dwelling unit at 614 4th Ave (all approved)
• Denied stucco application at 210 S. 8th St; required repointing and shuttering windows (all approved)
• Approved wood and glass doors at 204 S. 8th St; required existing windows remain (all approved)

General

The Opelika Zoning Board of Adjustment's regular meeting scheduled for April 12, 2022, has been cancelled because no applications were submitted. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no other business items.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of applications

City Council

The Opelika City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and votes. Key items include two zoning amendments (one on Society Hill Road, one on South 10th Street), a demolition at 2013 Waverly Parkway, and numerous special use permits for wireless carriers. The council will also consider multiple purchases, including a fire truck rental, security cameras, and software, plus several special appropriations for community events.

• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 40 acres on 2800 block Society Hill Road from C-2/R-1 to C-2
• Public hearing and vote on demolition of 2013 Waverly Parkway
• Emergency purchase of fire truck rental due to repairs to Truck #316
• Purchase of 70 Bolawrap devices with holsters and cassettes (sole source) for Police Department
• Special appropriations to American Cancer Society, KOB, Lee County EMA, and Opelika Main Street

The Opelika City Council voted unanimously to remove from the agenda a proposed zoning amendment that would have allowed a four-story apartment complex near downtown, after multiple residents spoke against it during citizen communications. The council also approved a second reading of a zoning change for South 10th Street and Avenue C by a 3-2 vote, and approved a lease of city property at 200 South 6th Street to the Opelika Chamber of Commerce. All other resolutions and special use permits were approved unanimously.

• Removed zoning amendment for downtown residential living from agenda (5-0)
• Approved zoning change at South 10th Street and Avenue C from M-1/GC-S to C-1/GC-S (3-2)
• Approved lease of 200 South 6th Street to Opelika Chamber of Commerce (4-0, Rauch abstained)
• Approved alcohol license for El Taco Veloz and Mexican Grill LLC (5-0)
• Approved demolition of 2013 Waverly Parkway (5-0)
• Approved 70 Bolawrap devices for police department (5-0)
• Approved fire truck rental due to repairs to Truck #316 (5-0)
• Approved 6 special use permits for AT&T, Dish Wireless, and T-Mobile cell sites (5-0 each)

City Council

The Opelika City Council is holding a worksession to discuss advertising for public hearings on several rezoning requests, including properties on Frederick Road, First Avenue, and Lafayette Parkway. They will also review proposed text amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding sign regulations. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and review session.

• Rezoning 7 acres at 2500 block Frederick Road from R-4M to C-2
• Rezoning 6 acres at Old Opelika Road & Frederick Road from R-4 to C-2
• Rezoning 34.8 acres at 2500 block First Avenue from C-2 & VR-1 to PUD
• Text amendments to sign regulations (Section 9.5 and 9.7)
• Annexation of 32.6 acres on Lafayette Parkway (Hwy 431) with R-1 zone requested

City Council

The City Council is conducting a called meeting. The single item of general business is a public hearing regarding redistricting.

• Public Hearing - Redistricting

General

The Opelika Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including preliminary and final plats for new subdivisions, rezoning requests, conditional use permits, a comprehensive plan amendment, an annexation, and proposed text amendments to the zoning ordinance. The agenda includes a mix of residential and commercial developments, with some items requiring public input.

• Preliminary/final plat for Salem 280 SD, 15 lots on Lee Road 154/155 and Highway 280
• Final plat for Village at Waterford SD Phase 4A, 74 lots on Arlee Avenue, Lismore Drive, Heathcote Drive
• Rezoning of 7 acres on Frederick Road from R-4M to C-2 for office/warehouse (Shey and Terri Knight)
• Conditional use for crematory services at Brown Service Funeral Home, 1801 Frederick Road
• Annexation of 32.6 acres on Lafayette Parkway (Hwy 431) with R-1 zoning requested

The Opelika Planning Commission approved preliminary and final plat for the 15-lot Salem 280 subdivision, granted conditional use approvals for several businesses (including a crematory, car stereo shop, and mini-warehouse), and recommended rezoning for multiple properties to the City Council. Two subdivision plats were tabled to April 26, 2022, at the applicants' requests.

• Approved preliminary and final plat for Salem 280 subdivision, 15 lots (8-0)
• Tabled Village at Waterford Phase 4A final plat to April 26, 2022 (8-0)
• Tabled Cannon Gate Phase 3A final plat to April 26, 2022 (8-0)
• Recommended rezoning of 7 acres on Frederick Road from R-4M to C-2, GC-P (8-0)
• Approved conditional use for BC Stone office/warehouse on Frederick Road (8-0)
• Approved conditional use for outdoor display of inflatables at 284 Columbus Parkway (8-0)
• Approved conditional use for crematory at 1801 Frederick Road (8-0)
• Recommended rezoning of 6 acres at Old Opelika and Frederick Roads from R-4 to C-2, GC-P (8-0)

City Council

The Opelika City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a project agreement with Niagara Bottling, including tax abatements, and on rezoning property at South 10th Street and Avenue C. They will also consider vacating an alley, amending zoning regulations, and approving several purchases and contracts. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, disbursements, and appointments.

• Public hearing and resolution for Niagara Bottling project agreement and tax abatements
• Public hearing to rezone South 10th Street and Avenue C from M-1/GC-S and C-2/GC-S to C-1/GC-S
• Public hearing to vacate unnamed 16-foot alley between South 10th Street and railroad ROW
• Resolution to approve change order #3 for Geneva Street Improvements with Robinson Paving Co.
• Ordinance to lease 200 South 6th Street to Opelika Chamber of Commerce (1st reading)

The Opelika City Council unanimously approved a project agreement with Niagara Bottling, LLC and the Opelika Industrial Development Authority, along with tax abatements for the company, which plans a $112 million bottling plant in the Northeast Industrial Park expected to create 50 jobs. The council also approved several other items, including alcohol licenses, a food truck event, a 5K race, various purchases and contracts, and reappointments. Three ordinances were introduced for first reading, including a rezoning at South 10th Street and Avenue C that drew extensive public comment.

• Approved Niagara Bottling project agreement (unanimous)
• Approved tax abatements for Niagara Bottling and Bo Knows Bottling (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol licenses for Auburn Billiards and Brew, Maffias Italian Restaurant, and Mariscos Playa Azul (unanimous)
• Approved Food Truck Friday Nights in Downtown Opelika (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of unnamed alley between South 10th Street and railroad ROW (unanimous)
• Approved Unity Stampede 5K/Walk on 04-09-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved purchases including trash carts, security software, and network equipment (unanimous)
• Introduced first reading of rezoning at South 10th Street and Avenue C

City Council

The Opelika City Council is holding a worksession to discuss and review items for the upcoming regular meeting. The main items are two first-reading zoning ordinance amendments: one changing zoning on South 10th Street and Avenue C, and another updating district regulations and downtown residential living rules. The mayor will also present a report on redistricting and a recommended ordinance.

• Amend zoning on South 10th Street and Avenue C from M-1, GC-S and C-2, GC-S to C-1, GC-S (1st reading)
• Amend Zoning Ordinance Sections 7.3 and 7.7 on district regulations and downtown residential living (1st reading)
• Mayor's report on redistricting and recommended ordinance

General

The Opelika Industrial Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to consider a Project Core PSA, project agreement, and variance requests related to the Huguley/Sweatman area. They will also discuss a sponsorship request from Southern Union State Community College and a Workforce Lunch & Learn approval request.

• PSA with Project Core - Tab 3 - Huguley/Sweatman
• Project Agreement Project Core - Tab 4 - Huguley/Sweatman
• Variance Requests Project Core - Tab 5 - Huguley/Sweatman
• SUSCC sponsorship: Bison Sponsor $5,000 (16 seats, two tables of 8) or Bethlem Sponsor $2,500 (12 seats, one table of 8 and 4 seats)
• Workforce Lunch & Learn approval request

General

The Opelika Historic Preservation Commission will consider three certificate of appropriateness applications for properties in historic districts, including a privacy fence, a demolition, and a wall repair discussion. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, citizen comments, and staff reports.

• 408 S. 8th St: COA for privacy fence (Owner: Wendy Bonner & Aaron Bushey)
• 708 Ave E: COA for demolition (Owner: Pythoge, LLC)
• 223 S. 9th St: Discussion of wall repair (Owner: Barrett-Simpson, Inc.)
• Approval of January 13, 2022 minutes
• Next meeting set for April 14, 2022

The Opelika Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for an 8-ft privacy fence at 408 S. 8th St. and approved a demolition request for 708 Ave E, a non-contributing structure. The commission also discussed options for repairing a wall at 223 S. 9th St. but took no formal action. Minutes from January 13, 2022, were approved.

• Approved COA for 8-ft cedar/pine privacy fence at 408 S. 8th St. (all approved)
• Approved COA for demolition of non-contributing structure at 708 Ave E (all approved)
• Approved January 13, 2022 minutes (all approved)

City Council

The Opelika City Council is holding its regular meeting with a full agenda of business items. They will vote on a 12.6-acre annexation on Sellers Drive, award bids for environmental services and tree removal, and approve several agreements including an ALDOT railroad crossing upgrade and a CSX encroachment agreement. The council will also consider resolutions for equipment purchases, a special appropriation, and appointments to city boards.

• Annexation petition by Patrick C. Davidson for 12.6 acres on Sellers Drive (2nd reading)
• Bids for Environmental Services Complex and tree removal
• Purchase of one 2022 Ford Explorer (State Contract #T191)
• Agreement with ALDOT for Anderson Road Railroad Crossing Upgrade
• Special appropriation to Indian Pines Recreation Authority

The Opelika City Council unanimously approved the second reading of an annexation petition for 12.6 acres on Sellers Drive and pre-zoned the property as R/E. The council also approved several contracts, agreements, and appointments, including a change order for the Incapsulate software project (4-0, with one abstention) and a special appropriation to the Indian Pines Recreation Authority (4-0, with one abstention).

• Approved annexation of 12.6 acres on Sellers Drive (unanimous)
• Approved pre-zoning of annexed property as R/E (unanimous)
• Approved change order #2 with Incapsulate, LLC (4-0, Norris abstained)
• Approved special appropriation to Indian Pines Recreation Authority (4-0, Norris abstained)
• Approved ALDOT agreement for Anderson Road railroad crossing upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved CSX encroachment agreement for Veterans Parkway Extension (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement for Mill Village Roundabout design (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Ford Explorer (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review the FY2021 Audit Report and Financial Statements. The council is also considering a request to advertise for a public hearing regarding a rezoning of 40 acres on the 3800 block of Society Hill Road.

• FY2021 Audit Report & Financial Statements presentation
• Rezoning request: 40 acres at 3800 block Society Hill Road from R-1 to C-2

The work session was procedural; no votes were taken. Council received the FY2021 audit report and financial statements, which were spread upon the minutes. Staff also presented a request to advertise a public hearing for rezoning 40 acres on the 3800 block of Society Hill Road from R-1 to C-2, but no action was taken.

• Received FY2021 audit report and financial statements, spread upon the minutes
• Heard request to advertise public hearing for rezoning 40 acres at 3800 block Society Hill Road from R-1 to C-2 (no action taken)

General

The Opelika Planning Commission approved preliminary plats for Wyndham Village Phase 3 (100 lots) and Drakes Landing Phase 2 (117 lots), and a final plat for Flat Stone Estates Phase 2 (11 lots). It also approved conditional uses for an off-road vehicle business at 621 Columbus Parkway and a 182-unit apartment development at South 10th Street and Avenue C, contingent on City Council rezoning approval. A request to add 36 units to Pinehurst Apartments was tabled at the applicant's request. The commission also approved a Future Land Use Map amendment and recommended rezoning for a 242-townhome development on Society Hill Road, and approved a minor amendment to The Ballfields Master Plan reducing apartment units and adding townhomes.

• Approved preliminary plat for Wyndham Village SD Phase 3 (100 lots) with staff conditions.
• Approved preliminary plat for Drakes Landing SD Phase 2 (117 lots) with staff conditions.
• Approved final plat for Flat Stone Estates SD Phase 2 (11 lots) with staff conditions.
• Approved conditional use for Matt Cobb, LLC at 621 Columbus Parkway for automotive retail sales and truck accessories with conditions.
• Approved conditional use for a 182-unit apartment development at South 10th Street and Avenue C, contingent on City Council rezoning approval.
• Tabled the conditional use request to add 36 units to Pinehurst Apartments at the applicant's request.
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment and recommended rezoning of 40 acres on Society Hill Road from R-1 to C-2 for 242 townhomes.
• Approved conditional use for 242 townhome units on Society Hill Road, contingent on City Council rezoning approval.

City Council

The Opelika City Council approved, on second reading, amendments to the residential rental registration and inspection ordinance (Sections 12-46, 12-51, and 12-53). The amendments address constitutional issues raised in pending litigation, including consent requirements for inspections and due process for landlords. The vote was 3 to 0, with Councilwoman Norris abstaining. The council also adjourned unanimously.

• Approved amendments to the Residential Rental Registration and Inspection Program ordinance, 2nd reading, by a 3-0 vote (Allen, Smith, Rauch; Norris abstained).
• Adjourned the meeting by unanimous vote.

General

The Opelika Industrial Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes and financial statements, and to discuss old and new business. Key items include the final cost of the Hanwha Cimarron sewer project (half reimbursed by the city), Project Core (including a letter of intent, project agreement, potential sewer work, and survey), insurance renewal, and the NEOIP built-out. The agenda also includes conference attendance and upcoming board term expirations.

• Hanwha Cimarron Sewer final cost (1/2 reimbursed by City)
• Project Core: LOI, Project Agreement, Sewer (GAFA Potential), Survey
• Officers & Directors Insurance Renewal
• NEOIP Built-out
• Term Expiration 3/8/22 for Ronnie Wilson, Ronnie Ware, Jayne Gunter, Patsy Parker

City Council

The Opelika City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and votes. Key items include a public hearing and first reading for annexing 12.6 acres on Sellers Drive with a pre-zone to R/E, a second reading to rezone 17.9 acres at Arlee Avenue and Crawford Road from R-3 to PUD, and first reading of amendments to the residential rental registration and inspection program. The council will also consider two alcohol licenses, three event requests from Opelika Main Street, bid awards for drainage and turf projects, and several resolutions including tax abatements and a grant application.

• Public hearing and first reading: annexation of 12.6 acres on Sellers Drive, pre-zoned R/E
• Second reading: rezone 17.9 acres at Arlee Avenue and Crawford Road from R-3 to PUD
• First reading: amend residential rental registration and inspection program (Sections 12-46, 12-51, 12-53)
• Alcohol licenses: Botanic LLC (restaurant retail liquor, on-premise beer, off-premise wine) and Next Level Cafe (restaurant retail liquor, on-premise beer)
• Bids: 5th Avenue & 7th Street Drainage Replacement Project and Softball Fields Turf Construction at West Ridge

The Opelika City Council unanimously approved tax abatements and exemptions for PFI, LTD and ORR DC, LLC, supporting the redevelopment of the former Ampex site on Marvyn Parkway. The council also approved two restaurant retail liquor licenses, several Opelika Main Street events, a drainage project, and softball field turf construction. An ordinance to amend the residential rental registration and inspection program was introduced but failed to get a second reading due to a lack of unanimous consent.

• Approved tax abatements and exemptions for PFI, LTD and ORR DC, LLC (unanimous).
• Approved alcohol licenses for Botanic LLC dba Botanic and Lowery Enterprise LLC dba Next Level Cafe (unanimous).
• Approved Opelika Main Street events: 1st Ave Block Party, On Tap Craft Beer Event, Touch-A-Truck and Burger Wars (unanimous).
• Approved the 5th Avenue & 7th Street Drainage Replacement Project (unanimous).
• Approved Softball Fields Turf Construction at West Ridge (unanimous).
• Approved expense reports, scoreboard purchase, furniture purchase, sewer force main payment, and ADEM grant application (unanimous).
• Approved second reading of ordinance to rezone 17.9 acres on Arlee Avenue and Crawford Road from R-3 to PUD (unanimous).
• Introduced but failed to advance the residential rental registration ordinance; motion to suspend rules for second reading failed 4-0 due to lack of unanimous consent.

General

The February 10, 2022 meeting of the Opelika Historic Preservation Commission is cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items, and no substantive business will be discussed.

• Meeting cancelled

General

The Opelika Zoning Board of Adjustment regular meeting scheduled for February 8, 2022, has been cancelled because no applications were submitted. This is a procedural cancellation with no items to be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of applications

City Council

The Opelika City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on a rezoning of 17.9 acres at Arlee Avenue and Crawford Road from R-3 to PUD, and a second reading on a rezoning of 160.2 acres at Laurel Lakes. The council will also consider several alcohol licenses, special use permits, purchases, and special appropriations.

• Public hearing and 1st reading: Rezone 17.9 acres, Arlee Avenue and Crawford Road, from R-3 to PUD
• 2nd reading: Amend zoning for Laurel Lakes, 160.2 acres, North Uniroyal Road and Ridge Road
• Alcohol license requests: 2nd Avenue Food Mart (retail beer/wine off premise) and Louies Chicken (restaurant retail liquor and on premise beer)
• Purchase: Ten traffic intersection cameras (sole source, PW) and outdoor security cameras at Opelika Train Depot (CDW Government quote)
• Special appropriations: A-O Tourism for AJGA Golf Tournament and J.W. Darden Foundation for Black Tie Gala

The Opelika City Council unanimously approved a two-month trial of Food Truck Friday Nights in downtown Opelika, starting February 4, 2022, with a review scheduled for the first meeting in April. The council also approved the second reading of a zoning amendment for Laurel Lakes, introduced a first reading to rezone 17.9 acres on Arlee Avenue and Crawford Road, and passed several resolutions including purchasing traffic cameras and opposing state concealed carry legislation. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Food Truck Friday Nights in downtown Opelika for a two-month trial (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of zoning amendment for Laurel Lakes, 160.2 acres (unanimous)
• Introduced first reading to rezone 17.9 acres at Arlee Avenue and Crawford Road from R-3 to PUD
• Approved purchase of 10 traffic intersection cameras (unanimous)
• Approved agreement for aquatic center feasibility study (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor security cameras at Opelika Train Depot (unanimous)
• Approved resolution opposing state legislation eliminating concealed carry permit requirement (unanimous)
• Approved two alcohol licenses and a special use permit for Dish Wireless (unanimous)

City Council

The Opelika City Council worksession will discuss advertising public hearings for a rezoning at South 10th Street and Avenue C, vacating a 16-foot alley at the same location, and amending zoning ordinance sections on district regulations and downtown residential living. The council will also consider a resolution opposing state legislation that would eliminate the need for a concealed carry permit. This is a discussion session; no final votes are expected.

• Rezoning at South 10th Street and Avenue C from M-1, GC-S and C-2, GC-S to C-1
• Vacate 16-foot alley at South 10th Street and Avenue C
• Zoning Ordinance Sections 7.3 and 7.7 amendments
• Resolution opposing concealed carry permit legislation

General

The Opelika Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request, a preliminary/final plat, an alley vacation, a conditional use, and zoning ordinance text amendments. The most consequential item is a request to rezone 7.8 acres at South 10th Street and Avenue C to C-1 (downtown), along with related plat approval and vacation of a 15-foot alley. The commission will also elect officers and approve minutes.

• Rezoning 7.8 acres at South 10th Street and Avenue C from M-1, GC-S and C-2, GC-S to C-1 (downtown) for Marsh Real Estate Investments, LLC
• Preliminary and final plat approval for Sierra Development Group SD, 2 lots at South 10th Street and Avenue C
• Vacation of a 15-foot wide undeveloped public alley at 411 South 10th Street
• Conditional use request by Jeff Black for Commercial HVAC Sales and Estimating Office at 1071 Walker Gray Court
• Text amendments to Zoning Ordinance Sections 7.3 A, 7.3 C, and 7.7 'Downtown Residential Living'

The Opelika Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend rezoning 7.8 acres at South 10th Street and Avenue C from M-1, GC-S and C-2, GC-S to C-1 for a 182-unit market-rate apartment development. The commission also approved preliminary and final plat approval for the two-lot subdivision and recommended vacation of a 15-foot alley for the project. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Approved FLUM amendment for 3.5 acres from private manufacturing to light commercial (9-0)
• Recommended rezoning 7.8 acres to C-1 for 182-unit apartment development (9-0)
• Granted preliminary and final plat approval for two-lot subdivision (9-0)
• Recommended vacation of 15-foot alley right-of-way (9-0)
• Granted conditional use for HVAC sales office at 1071 Walker Gray Court (9-0)
• Recommended zoning text amendments to Sections 7.3 A, 7.3 C, and 7.7 (9-0)
• Re-elected Lewis Cherry as Chairman and Lucinda Cannon as Vice Chair (9-0)
• Approved December 21, 2021 minutes (9-0)

General

The Opelika Public Library Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear the library director's report on Q1 statistics, a request for additional personnel, and the Biblio-bike/trike rollout in April. The board will also consider two ARPA grant approvals totaling $7,650.

• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2021 and November 22, 2021 special meeting
• Q1 statistics report
• Additional personnel requested
• Biblio-bike/trike rollout in April
• Two ARPA grants: $6,120.00 and $1,530.00

The Opelika Library Board approved two ARPA grants from the University of Museum and Library Services: $6,120 for computer replacement and $1,530 (originally offered to Auburn library) for the Opelika Public Library. The board also watched trustee training videos and discussed a request to convert four part-time employees to full-time, which has not been approved.

• Approved $6,120 ARPA grant for computer replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $1,530 ARPA grant from Auburn library (unanimous)
• Approved October and November 2021 meeting minutes as read
• Watched trustee training videos (required)

City Council

The Opelika City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to rezone 160.2 acres at Laurel Lakes, near North Uniroyal Road and Ridge Road. The council will also consider several purchases and agreements, including playground equipment, charging stations, and a bicycle race permit. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes approval, mayor's remarks, and proclamations.

• Public hearing and first reading to amend zoning ordinance and map for 160.2 acres at Laurel Lakes, North Uniroyal Road and Ridge Road
• Purchase of GameTime playground equipment and repair services under Omnia Contract #2017001134
• Purchase of 8 CT4021 charging stations under Sourcewell Contract #051017-CPI
• Accept proposal from Sain and Associates for design of pedestrian/bicycle upgrades on Waverly Parkway
• Approve request for a downtown bicycle race on 2-27-2022

The council held a public hearing and introduced a first reading of an ordinance to rezone 160.2 acres at North Uniroyal Road and Ridge Road for the Laurel Lakes development. The plan was revised to reduce the number of lots by 34, increase lot sizes, and add buffers for adjacent property owners. The council also unanimously approved six resolutions, including purchases for playground equipment, charging stations, and cybersecurity software.

• Introduced first reading of ordinance to rezone 160.2 acres for Laurel Lakes development
• Approved purchase of GameTime playground equipment and repair services (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 8 CT4021 charging stations (unanimous)
• Approved design proposal from Sain and Associates for Waverly Parkway pedestrian/bicycle upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved collection services agreement with Online Information Services (unanimous)
• Approved request for downtown bicycle race on 2-27-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved quote from CDW Government for Fire Eye security software and services (unanimous)

City Council

This is a work session agenda for the Opelika City Council. The main item is a presentation about Champions Academy at Covington Recreation Center. The rest of the agenda is procedural, with no resolutions, ordinances, or general updates listed.

• Presentation: Champions Academy at Covington Recreation Center
• Review/discuss current council meeting agenda
• General discussion

City Council

This is a called meeting of the Opelika City Council. The main item of business is a resolution to canvass the results of the January 11, 2022, Ward 3 special election. The agenda is otherwise largely procedural, including roll call, minutes, and disbursements.

• Resolution to canvass 01-11-22 Council Ward 3 Special Election Results

The Opelika City Council met primarily to canvass the results of the January 11, 2022 Ward 3 special election. President Smith reviewed provisional votes and determined none qualified to be added to the vote total. The council unanimously approved the canvassing of the election results and signed the Certificate of Election. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved canvassing of 01-11-22 Council Ward 3 Special Election results (unanimous)
• Determined no provisional votes qualified to be added to the vote total
• Signed Certificate of Election for Ward 3 special election

General

The Opelika Historic Preservation Commission will consider eight Certificate of Approval (COA) requests for changes to properties in historic districts, including door replacement, wall repair, a handicap ramp, an accessory dwelling unit, parking lots, and a privacy fence. The commission will also review its 2021 annual report, by-laws, and a proposed change to masonry guidelines, along with enforcement and staff reports.

• 704 N. Railroad Ave: Replace front door unit (Downtown Historic District)
• 223 S. 9th St: Repair wall and mortar wash (Downtown Historic District)
• 410 N. 6th St: Install metal handicap ramp and extend sidewalk (Northside Historic District)
• 307 N. 6th St: New construction ADU (Northside Historic District)
• 704 and 708 Ave D: Parking lot COA renewals (Geneva Historic District)

The Opelika Historic Preservation Commission approved several Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) requests, including a renewed COA for a door replacement at 704 N. Railroad Ave, a wall repair at 223 S. 9th St (mortar repair only, not the wash), a handicap ramp and sidewalk at 410 N. 6th St, a new ADU at 307 N. 6th St, and parking lot renewals at 704 and 708 Ave D. They also approved a privacy fence at 1104 3rd Ave, approved by-law revisions, and approved changes to masonry guidelines. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved renewal of COA for door replacement at 704 N. Railroad Ave (all approved)
• Approved mortar repair only (not mortar wash) at 223 S. 9th St (all approved)
• Approved metal handicap ramp and extended sidewalk at 410 N. 6th St (all approved)
• Approved new ADU construction at 307 N. 6th St, with applicant to return with specs (all approved)
• Approved renewal of parking lot COA at 704 Ave D (all approved)
• Approved renewal of parking lot COA at 708 Ave D (all approved)
• Approved 6ft cedar privacy fence at 1104 3rd Ave (all approved)
• Approved by-law revisions and masonry guideline changes (all approved)

General

The Opelika Zoning Board of Adjustment has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for January 11, 2022, due to a lack of applications. No items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of applications

General

The Opelika Board of Parks & Recreation is holding a regular meeting with citizen communications from local groups, including the Lee County Steelers, Dawg Pound, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Staff will report on Spring Villa Disc Golf, Spring Villa Archery, and a Point Broadband sponsorship. No votes are listed on the agenda.

• Citizen communications: Lee County Steelers, Dawg Pound, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
• Staff report: Spring Villa Disc Golf
• Staff report: Spring Villa Archery
• Staff report: Point Broadband Sponsorship

City Council

The Opelika City Council is holding a worksession to discuss several land-use items, including a request to annex 12.6 acres on Sellers Drive and to advertise public hearings for two rezoning requests. The council will also consider vacating a portion of right-of-way on Geneva and 10th Streets. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Annexation request for 12.6 acres at 2800-2900 Sellers Drive
• Rezoning request for 12.6 acres at 2800-2900 Sellers Drive from R-1 to R/E
• Rezoning request for 17.9 acres at Crawford Road and Arlee Drive from R-3 to PUD
• Request to vacate portion of Geneva Street and 10th Street right-of-ways

City Council

The Opelika City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a zoning amendment for 3.3 acres on South Fox Run Parkway, a change order for software with Incapsulate LLC, and the re-appointment of municipal court officials. Councilwoman Norris abstained from voting on the minutes and two items, citing an inability to verify accuracy due to lack of meeting recordings.

• Approved expense reports from various departments (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 with Incapsulate, LLC (3-0, Norris abstained)
• Authorized project agreement with The Estates HOA for sidewalk project on Academy Drive (unanimous)
• Established compensation for municipal judges, prosecutors, and public defender (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Ben Hand as Municipal Court Judge and Jeff Tickal as Assistant Municipal Prosecutor (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Dish Wireless at 54 Reeder Road (unanimous)
• Amended zoning ordinance & map for 3.3 acres, 1200 block South Fox Run Parkway (3-0, Norris abstained)
• Authorized first amendment to option and lease agreement with Level-Up Towers (unanimous)