Opelika public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including police department purchases and tax abatements. The agenda also includes public hearings for weed abatement assessments and a second reading of a zoning ordinance amendment.

• Purchase of 110 Sig Sauer M17 9mm Pistols for OPD
• Purchase of one TLM Pro X 3-Wheeled Autonomous GPS Robot for PW
• Purchase of 952 Toter 96 Gal EVR II Universal/Nestable Carts for OES
• Tax abatements and exemptions for HL Mando America Corporation
• Zoning change for 3500 block Waverly Parkway from R-5 to C-2, GC-P

The council approved several police department purchases, including 110 pistols and a services agreement with Flock Group, Inc. They also approved alcohol licenses for two businesses and a zoning change for a 14.22-acre plot on Waverly Parkway. A contract for the Arts Association of East Alabama remains tabled.

• Approved 110 Sig Sauer M17 9mm Pistols for OPD (Unanimous)
• Approved services agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for OPD (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 14.22 acres at 3500 block Waverly Parkway from R-5 to C-2, GC-P (Unanimous)
• Approved alcohol licenses for Ohanamart LLC (Serranos) and Texas Roadhouse (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of TLM Pro X 3-Wheeled Autonomous GPS Robot (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 952 Toter 96 Gal carts (Unanimous)
• Approved tax abatements for HL Mando America Corporation (Unanimous)
• Tabled Annual Appropriation Contract with Arts Association of East Alabama

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a resolution regarding the Opelika Police Department's organizational chart. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind.

• Resolution to amend the Opelika Police Department organizational chart
• Presentation by Marquitta Riggins from Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind

The City Council conducted a work session featuring a presentation from the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind. The council reviewed a resolution to amend the Opelika Police Department's organizational chart.

• Reviewed resolution to amend Opelika Police Department organizational chart (no vote recorded)

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests and plat approvals. The body is reviewing a major amendment to the Brookstone PUD master plan and a conditional use request for a lounge.

• Major revision to Brookstone PUD master plan at 1001 Fox Run Parkway adding 43 single family homes and 90 twin homes
• Conditional use request for a lounge at 909 South Railroad Ave
• Preliminary plat for McCoy Street Townhomes SD (27 lots)
• Final plat for Wyndham Gates SD, Pod 3, Phase 5 (9 lots)
• Conditional use request for mixed commercial and residential development at 512 South 8th Street

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use request for a lounge on South Railroad Avenue and a mixed commercial and residential development on South 8th Street. The commission also granted plat approvals for two subdivisions and recommended a master plan revision for the Brookstone PUD to City Council.

• Approved preliminary plat for McCoy Street Townhomes SD (8-0)
• Approved final plat for Wyndham Gates SD, Pod 3, Phase 5 (8-0)
• Approved conditional use for lounge at 909 South Railroad Ave (4-3)
• Recommended positive rezoning for Brookstone PUD revision to City Council with additional ingress/egress condition (7-1)
• Approved conditional use for mixed commercial/residential development at 512 South 8th Street (8-0)
• Approved November 28, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

General

The commission approved certificates of appropriateness for a new mixed-use development expansion, a preliminary residential home design, a window installation, and a chimney removal. The board also approved the minutes from October 12, 2023.

• Approved installation of aluminum clad double hung window at 930 Ave A
• Approved preliminary design for new residential home at 811 Ave D
• Approved addition of one mixed-use unit to development at 512 S. 9th St/Ave E
• Approved removal of chimney at 407 Geneva St
• Approved October 12, 2023 minutes

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider three variance requests. These requests involve parking requirements for a mixed-use development, impervious surface ratios for a gas station, and a side yard setback for a building addition.

• Variance request for 510 & 508 South 8th Street to reduce minimum off-street parking from 24 to 16 spaces
• Variance request for QuikTrip Corporation at 920 Columbus Parkway to increase maximum impervious surface ratio from 70% to 81.7%
• Variance request for 1900 South Long Street for a 2-foot side yard setback reduction for a 10'x18' addition

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a project development agreement with Miele Manufacturing, Inc. and a zoning change for the 3500 block of Waverly Parkway. The body will also vote on various equipment purchases and tax abatements.

• Public hearing and agreement for Miele Manufacturing, Inc.
• Zoning amendment for 14.22 acres at 3500 block Waverly Parkway from R-5 to C2, GC-P
• Tax abatements and exemptions for Golden State Foods Corp.
• Traffic signal installation at SR51 at Gateway Drive
• Employment contract for John Sweatman

The City Council approved a project development agreement with Miele Manufacturing, Inc. and tax abatements for Golden State Foods Corp. Several equipment purchases and service contracts were approved, while a contract with the Arts Association of East Alabama remained tabled.

• Approved Project Development Agreement with Miele Manufacturing, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved tax abatements and exemptions for Golden State Foods Corp. (Unanimous)
• Approved traffic signal installation at SR51 and Gateway Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 for FD (Unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Gulf Coast Gunbusters (Unanimous)
• Approved compensation for Municipal Judges, Prosecutors, and Public Defender (Unanimous)
• Approved Google Workspace Enterprise Agreement with CDW-Government (Unanimous)
• Tabled FY2024 contract with Arts Association of East Alabama

City Council

The City Council will review requests to advertise public hearings for two rezoning projects. The body will also discuss a right-of-way vacation and a CDBG performance report.

• Rezoning request for 1018 and 1016 Alabama Avenue from R-3, GC-P to C-2, GC-P
• Rezoning request for 1504 Speedway Drive from C-2, GC-P to C-3, GC-P
• Request to vacate a portion of Speedway Drive Right-of-Way
• CDBG PY2022 Consolidated Annual Performance Report (CAPER) presentation

The City Council conducted a work session consisting of presentations and agenda review. No resolutions or ordinances were voted upon or decided during the meeting.

General

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider final plat approvals for three subdivisions. The body will also hold public hearings on several conditional use requests and rezoning petitions for properties on Alabama Avenue and Speedway Drive.

• Final plat approval for The Landing SD (3 lots), The Bowery SD (14 lots), and The Villages of Opelika SD Phase 2 (23 lots)
• Conditional use requests for a duplex at Avenue C and South 2nd Street, an assisted living facility addition at 1001 Fox Run Parkway, and a mixed development at 512 South 8th Street
• Rezoning of 1018 and 1016 Alabama Avenue from R-3, GC-P to C-2, GC-P
• Rezoning of 1.1 acres at 1504 Speedway Drive from C-2, GC-P to C-3, GC-P
• Petition to vacate a portion of Speedway Drive from Lot 8 of the JW Long SD to Veterans Parkway

The Planning Commission granted final plat approval for three subdivisions and approved several conditional use requests. The commission also sent positive rezoning and right-of-way vacation recommendations to the City Council.

• Approved final plats for The Landing SD, The Bowery SD, and The Villages of Opelika Phase 2
• Approved conditional use for a duplex at Avenue C and South 2nd Street
• Approved conditional use for an assisted living facility addition at 1001 Fox Run Parkway
• Tabled mixed-use development at 512 South 8th Street until December 19, 2023
• Recommended rezoning of 1018 & 1016 Alabama Ave to C-2, GC-P to City Council
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendments for Alabama Ave and Speedway Drive
• Recommended vacation of a portion of Speedway Drive right-of-way to City Council
• Recommended rezoning of 1.1 acres at 1504 Speedway Drive to C-3, GC-P to City Council

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding weed abatement assessments and an alcohol license denial appeal. The body is also reviewing several IT and equipment purchases and a sewer agreement with the City of Auburn.

• Appeal hearing for alcohol license denial for Shandalika 1971, Inc.
• Public hearings for weed abatement assessments at 1916 1st Avenue and 121 N. 20th Street
• IT purchases from CDW Government for Opelika Public Library and Police Dept. Data Center
• Sewer agreement for Shelton Village with the City of Auburn
• Second reading of annexation petition for .75 acres at 6551 Highway 431 North

The City Council unanimously denied an appeal for an alcohol license for Shandalika 1971, Inc. following a due process hearing. The council also approved several IT purchases, public safety equipment, and a property annexation.

• Denied alcohol license appeal for Shandalika 1971, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary street closure for Victorian Front Porch Walking Tour (Unanimous)
• Approved Cisco switch, cameras, and hardware for Opelika Public Library (Unanimous)
• Approved Nutanix Server Cluster for Police Dept. Data Center (Unanimous)
• Approved equipment lease with Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved partial funding for LCSO Special Operations Response Vehicle (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation of .75 acres at 6551 Highway 431 North (Unanimous)
• Tabled FY2024 appropriation contract with Arts Association of East Alabama

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a work session to review and discuss the current council meeting agenda. The agenda consists of procedural items and general updates.

The City Council conducted a work session lasting one minute. The only action taken was the addition of Resolution #12 to the council meeting agenda.

• Added Resolution #12 to the council meeting agenda

General

The City of Opelika has cancelled the regular meeting of the Board of Zoning and Adjustment scheduled for November 14, 2023. The cancellation is due to a lack of applications.

General

The meeting scheduled for November 9, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 14, 2023.

City Council

The City Council will review several equipment purchases, infrastructure bids, and annual appropriation contracts for FY2024. The body is also considering a tax abatement for Pharmavite, LLC and a first reading of an annexation petition for 6551 Highway 431 North.

• Tax abatement and exemptions for Pharmavite, LLC
• Annexation petition for .75 acres at 6551 Highway 431 North
• Bids for South 10th Street and Avenue C and Cunningham Drive and Frederick Road improvements
• Purchase of two 2023 Ford F150 trucks and two Bobcat Compact Excavators
• FY2024 appropriation contracts for American Red Cross, Keep Opelika Beautiful, and Opelika Main Street

The Opelika City Council unanimously approved four infrastructure and utility bids, including projects for South 10th Street and Cunningham Drive. The council also authorized numerous purchases for police, fire, and public works departments, such as turn-out gear, trucks, and excavators. Additionally, the council approved special event permits for local businesses and the annual Christmas Parade, while tabling the FY2024 appropriation contract for the Arts Association of East Alabama.

• Approved bids for Southern Yellow Pine utility poles, police landscaping, South 10th Street infrastructure, and Cunningham Drive intersections (all unanimous)
• Approved special event requests from The Surcie Shoppe, Red Clay Brewing Company, and Opelika Chamber of Commerce (all unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 17 sets of fire turn-out gear, a John Deere tractor, two Ford F150 trucks, and two Bobcat excavators (all unanimous)
• Approved tax abatement for Pharmavite, LLC and loan to Indian Pines Public Park Authority (all unanimous)
• Approved FY2024 appropriation contracts for American Red Cross, Keep Opelika Beautiful, and Opelika Main Street (all unanimous)
• Tabled FY2024 appropriation contract for Arts Association of East Alabama
• Introduced first reading of annexation petition for 6551 Highway 431 North

City Council

The City Council is holding a worksession to discuss a request to advertise for a project. The discussion includes a rezoning proposal for 14.22 acres on the 3500 block of Waverly Parkway.

• Rezoning request: 3500 block Waverly Parkway (14.22 acres) from R-5 to C-2, GC-P

The City Council conducted a work session that lasted three minutes. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

General

The Planning Commission is considering several residential plats, a commercial rezoning request, and conditional use permits. The body will also review an annexation request for a property on U.S. Highway 431 North.

• Rezoning of 16.3 acres from R-5 to C-2, GC-P near Veterans Parkway and Waverly Parkway
• Conditional use request for an indoor fitness facility on Waverly Parkway
• 7,125 square foot addition to an ABC distribution warehouse at 2220 Enterprise Drive
• Annexation of 30,116 square feet at 6551 U.S. Highway 431 North
• Preliminary and final plat for Creekside Village SD, Phase 2 (13 lots)

The Opelika Planning Commission approved preliminary and final plats for Creekside Village Phase 2 and Springhill Heights Block G, along with final approval for Wyndham Gates Pod 3 Phase 4. The Commission also granted conditional use approvals for an ABC warehouse expansion, an indoor fitness facility, and a QuikTrip gas station, while sending positive recommendations to City Council for a 16.3-acre rezoning and a small annexation. Two subdivision requests were tabled at the applicants' request.

• Approved Creekside Village SD Phase 2 plat (6-2-1 vote)
• Approved Springhill Heights SD Block G final plat (9-0 vote)
• Approved Wyndham Gates SD Pod 3 Phase 4 final plat (9-0 vote)
• Tabled Moore Bass Consulting townhome plat (9-0 vote)
• Tabled Warwick Retreat SD preliminary plat (9-0 vote)
• Approved conditional use for ABC warehouse addition (9-0 vote)
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment and rezoning recommendation (9-0 vote)
• Approved conditional use for indoor fitness facility (9-0 vote)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several alcohol license requests and street closures for downtown events. The body is also deciding on various equipment purchases for city departments and annual appropriation contracts for FY2024. A second reading is scheduled for a zoning amendment and the elimination of a railroad grade crossing.

• Zoning amendment for 3400 block Anderson Road (197 acres) from R-3 to PUD
• Public hearings for weed abatement assessments at 1733 1st Avenue, 504 S. 4th Street, 814 Donald Avenue, 601 Morris Avenue, and 220 Vero Court
• Purchase of 2024 Ford F150 Responder and 2025 International HV607 SBA chassis
• Alcohol license requests for Auburn Opelika Lodge 1834 and Sandalika 1971, Inc.
• FY2024 appropriation contracts for organizations including Food Bank of East Alabama and Opelika Chamber of Commerce

The City Council unanimously voted against eliminating the railroad grade crossing at Edwards Road. The council also approved several FY2024 annual appropriation contracts and multiple equipment purchases for city departments.

• Denied elimination of railroad grade crossing at Edwards Road (0-5)
• Approved rezoning 197 acres at 3400 block Anderson Road from R-3 to PUD (5-0)
• Approved lease of 1103 Glenn St. to Lee-Russell Council of Governments for Senior Center (5-0)
• Approved alcohol license for Auburn Opelika Lodge 1834 BPO Elks of USA (5-0)
• Denied package store applications at 1405-A Geneva Street and 1460 #2 Gateway Drive (5-0)
• Approved FY2024 appropriation contracts for various agencies; tabled Arts Association of East Alabama contract (various)
• Approved purchase of 2024 Ford F150 for OPD and 2025 International HV607 chassis for PW (5-0)
• Approved playground equipment for Shady Park and Floral Park (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review a resolution regarding an alcohol license application. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Opelika Chamber of Commerce.

• Resolution regarding the denial of an alcohol license application at 503 MLK Blvd.
• Presentation by Ali Rauch of the Opelika Chamber of Commerce

The City Council conducted a work session to discuss agenda items for a future meeting. No final votes or ordinances were passed during this session.

• Proposed adding Resolution item #33 regarding the denial of an alcohol license at 503 MLK Blvd
• Proposed removing General Business item #2 from the agenda
• Proposed tabling Resolution item #23
• Proposed suspending rules to vote on Ordinance item #4

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review requests for exterior modifications in the Northside and Downtown Historic Districts. The body will also receive a presentation from Anderson Windows.

• 404 2nd Ave: Request for double door on rear
• 414 N. 9th St: Request to add pergola and steps to deck
• 116 S. 8th St: Request for new second floor window
• Presentation by Anderson Windows

The commission approved three Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for property modifications in the Northside and Downtown Historic Districts. This included the first approval for the use of Fibrex composite windows for a downtown property.

• Approved installation of a double door on the rear of 404 2nd Ave (All approved)
• Approved rebuilding a deck with treated lumber and adding a pergola and steps at 414 N. 9th St (All approved)
• Approved replacement of upper floor windows with Anderson 100 Series Fibrex composite windows at 116 S. 8th St (All approved)
• Approved September 13, 2023 meeting minutes (All approved)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a large rezoning request on Anderson Road and the elimination of a railroad grade crossing. The body is also reviewing numerous FY2024 annual appropriation contracts for local organizations and several city resolutions.

• Public hearing to rezone 197 acres at 3400 block Anderson Road from R-3 to PUD
• Public hearing to eliminate the railroad grade crossing at Edwards Road
• Public hearing and resolution for demolition at 3807 Heritage Place
• FY2024 annual appropriation contracts for 31 organizations including Lee County Humane Society and Boys & Girls Clubs of East Alabama
• Proposed lease of a portion of 1103 Glenn St. to Lee-Russell Council of Governments for a Senior Center

The City Council approved the demolition of a property at 3807 Heritage Place and authorized numerous FY2024 annual appropriation contracts for local organizations. The council also approved a downtown street closure for a festival and various administrative resolutions. Three ordinances were introduced on first reading, including the elimination of a railroad crossing at Edwards Road.

• Approved demolition of 3807 Heritage Place (Unanimous)
• Approved downtown street closure for Pumpkin Painting Festival (Unanimous)
• Approved ARPA CSLFRF funds for employee salaries (4-1)
• Approved supplemental agreement for 10th St and 2nd Ave intersection improvements (4-1)
• Approved 25 annual appropriation contracts for FY2024 (Unanimous/Majority)
• Approved 3 special appropriations for local organizations (Unanimous)
• Approved tax abatements for Clear Springs Properties, LLC/PFI, LTD (Unanimous)
• Approved employment contracts for Kyle Burdette and Jeffrey Fuller (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review the current meeting agenda and receive a presentation on the use of ARPA CSLFRF funds. The session is primarily for discussion and review.

• Presentation by City Attorney Guy Gunter on the approval and allocation of ARPA CSLFRF funds

The City Council held a work session featuring a presentation by City Attorney Guy Gunter regarding the use of ARPA CSLFRF funds. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for a new subdivision and two conditional use requests. The body will also consider a final plat and an amendment to building materials for a warehouse.

• Preliminary plat for Fox Path Subdivision (29 lots) on Highway 29 North
• Final plat for Anderson Lakes Plat No. 2 SD (24 lots) at 2801 Anderson Road
• Conditional use request for duplexes at 1595 and 1605 Auburn Street
• Conditional use request for a gas station and convenience store at 920 Columbus Parkway
• Exterior building material amendment for a 140,000 square foot warehouse at Marvyn Parkway & Orr Avenue

The Planning Commission granted preliminary and final plat approvals for two subdivisions and approved a conditional use request for duplexes on Auburn Street. The commission also approved an amendment for exterior building materials for a warehouse at Marvyn Parkway and Orr Avenue.

• Approved preliminary plat for Fox Path Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Anderson Lakes Plat No. 2 SD (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for duplexes at 1595 and 1605 Auburn Street (unanimous)
• Tabled gas station and convenience store request at 920 Columbus Parkway
• Approved exterior building material amendment for warehouse at Marvyn Parkway & Orr Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved August 22, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0-2)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a project development agreement with The Taylor at Opelika, LLC and a weed abatement assessment. The body will also consider an annexation petition for 5.2 acres on Old Columbus Road.

• Project Development Agreement with The Taylor at Opelika, LLC
• Annexation petition for 5.2 acres at 2822 Old Columbus Road
• Professional Services Agreement with Barrett-Simpson for McCoy Street improvements
• Weed Abatement Assessment for 1819 1st Avenue
• Alcohol License request for Ohanamart LLC dba Ohanamart 3

The Opelika City Council approved a Project Development Agreement with The Taylor at Opelika, LLC by a 3-1 vote, with one abstention. The council also approved a demolition bid 4-0 and passed an annexation ordinance for 5.2 acres on Old Columbus Road. Several routine resolutions regarding insurance, departmental expenses, and board appointments were approved unanimously.

• Approved Project Development Agreement with The Taylor at Opelika, LLC (3-1, 1 abstain)
• Approved Residential Building Demolition bid (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved annexation of 5.2 acres at 2822 Old Columbus Road (5-0)
• Approved Annual Life Chain Event on 10-22-23 (5-0)
• Approved Downtown Street Closure for First Baptist Church Fall Festival on 10-29-23 (5-0)
• Approved Retail Beer and Wine License for Ohanamart LLC (5-0)
• Approved Historic Preservation Grant Application for G. W. Carver Hall (5-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Barrett-Simpson for McCoy Street Improvements (5-0)

City Council

The agenda for this work session is procedural. The council will review and discuss the current meeting agenda and provide general updates.

The City Council conducted a work session that lasted one minute. No resolutions, ordinances, or official actions were decided during the meeting.

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review and decide on Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for property alterations. These requests involve window replacements, a chimney alteration, tree removal, and a second-floor addition across three historic districts.

• 706 3rd Ave: Tree removal request
• 404 2nd Ave and 116 S. 8th St: New window requests
• 407 Geneva St: Chimney alteration request
• 314 3rd Ave: COA renewal and addition of 2nd floor
• 501 S. 8th St: New window request

The Commission approved several Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for window replacements, a chimney alteration, and a pool house addition. One request for composite windows was tabled pending more information.

• Approved new wood windows at 404 2nd Ave (All approved)
• Approved cutting and capping chimney at 407 Geneva St (All approved)
• Approved retroactive tree removal at 706 3rd Ave pending replacement plan (All approved)
• Tabled window replacement request for 116 S. 8th St to review Fibrex material (All approved)
• Approved pool house COA renewal and second-story addition at 314 3rd Ave (All approved)
• Approved installation of new wood clad window at 501 S. 8th St (All approved)
• Approved August 10, 2023 meeting minutes (All approved)

General

The regular Board of Zoning and Adjustment meeting scheduled for September 12, 2023, was cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of applications.

City Council

The City Council will consider approving the FY 2024 budget and several zoning changes. The meeting includes public hearings for weed abatement assessments at four properties and requests for downtown street closures.

• Approval of City Budget for FY 2024
• Zoning changes for 1625 1st Avenue (M-1 to C-2) and 1700 Block Oak Bowery Road (R-1 to R-2)
• Annexation petition for 5.2 acres at 2822 Old Columbus Road
• Weed abatement assessments for 815 1st Avenue, 2102 Long Street, 615 MLK Blvd, and 915 York Avenue
• Acceptance of Alabama Historical Commission Grant for G.W. Carver Hall renovations

The City Council unanimously approved the FY 2024 budget and a grant for G.W. Carver Hall renovations, amended to eliminate the city's local match. Council also approved several downtown street closures for upcoming events and four weed abatement assessments.

• Approved City Budget for FY 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved Alabama Historical Commission Grant for G.W. Carver Hall renovations, amended to remove city local match (Unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Bike Night (09-21-23), National Night Out (10-03-23), and Fall Festival (11-17-23) (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 229-23 for Pole Rack Mounted Switched and Fixed Capacitor Banks (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 231-23 to designate and dispose of City Personal Property Surplus (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 234-23 for Alabama Association of Fire Chiefs Mutual Aid Consortium Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 235-23 for engagement letter with Keller and Heckman, LLP for fiber franchise agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved weed abatement assessments for 815 1st Avenue, 2102 Long Street, 615 MLK Blvd, and 915 York Avenue (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to receive updates on the Opelika Wellness Clinic and power services ordinances. Members are also discussing a request to advertise a rezoning application for a 197-acre site.

• Rezoning request for 197 acres at Andrews Road and Anderson Road from R-3 to PUD
• Opelika Wellness Clinic update
• Opelika Power Services Ordinances presentation

The City Council conducted a work session to receive updates and review upcoming agenda items. No substantive votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several subdivision plats and a property annexation. The body will also discuss a conditional use extension for a self-storage facility and a large-scale rezoning request.

• Rezoning of 197 acres at Anderson Road and Andrews Road from R-3 to PUD (Edgefield Farm)
• Preliminary plats for Firefly SD (98 lots) and Dickson Farms SD Phases 1 and 2 (321 total lots)
• Annexation of 5.2 acres at 2822 Old Columbus Road with requested R-1 zoning
• 12-month conditional use extension for self-storage in the 300 block of Samford Avenue
• Final plat approval for Springhill Heights SD redivision at Arnold Avenue and Spring Drive

The Planning Commission granted preliminary plat approval for the Firefly Subdivision and two phases of the Dickson Farms Subdivision. All approvals were granted subject to specific staff recommendations regarding utilities, landscaping, and infrastructure.

• Approved preliminary plat for Firefly SD Redivision of Lots 1 and 3 (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Dickson Farms SD, Phase 1 (6-1)
• Approved July 25, 2023 Planning Commission minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a development agreement with Broad Metro, LLC and two zoning map amendments. The body is also reviewing several equipment purchases and tax abatements.

• Zoning change for 1625 1st Avenue from M-1 to C-2
• Zoning change for 1700 Block Oak Bowery Road from R-1 to R-2
• Development agreement with Broad Metro, LLC
• Tax abatements and exemptions for Car Tech, LLC
• Waiver of building and construction permit fees for Chattahoochee Fuller Center

The City Council approved several resolutions including a development agreement with Broad Metro, LLC and tax abatements for Car Tech, LLC. The council also authorized multiple equipment purchases and street closures for upcoming community events.

• Approved development agreement with Broad Metro, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved tax abatements and exemptions for Car Tech, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved downtown street closures for USA Cycling event (09-23-23) and 'Run For the Cause' 5K (10-14-23) (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of LUCAS 3 v3.1 Chest Compression System for FD (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Marathon RJ-250 Compactor for OES (Unanimous)
• Approved Transportation Plan pursuant to Rebuild Alabama Act (Unanimous)
• Approved weed abatement assessments for 4 Avenue A and 308 Brannon Avenue (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Linda Lanz to the Historic Preservation Commission (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to receive presentations on the annual budget for FY 2024 and a status report from the Alabama Municipal Electric Authority. The body will also review the current council meeting agenda.

• Annual City Budget for FY 2024 presentation
• Alabama Municipal Electric Authority Status Report

The City Council conducted a work session featuring a status report from the Alabama Municipal Electric Authority and a presentation of the FY 2024 annual city budget. No formal votes or ordinances were decided during this session.

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review Certificates of Appropriateness for two properties in the Downtown Historic District. The body will consider requests for a patio cover and awnings.

• 905 S. Railroad Ave: Request for cover over rear patio
• 108 N. 8th St: Request for awnings on front and rear

The Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for improvements within the Downtown Historic District. Both requests involved the installation of metal roofing elements.

• Approved construction of a 24’ x 44’ wood open air pavilion with a black metal roof at 905 S. Railroad Ave (All approved)
• Approved installation of metal frame and standing seam metal awnings on the front and rear of 108 N. 8th St (All approved)
• Approved June 8, 2023 meeting minutes (All approved)

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to review two variance requests. The board will determine if specific properties can deviate from established zoning setback and size requirements.

• Side yard variance request for 111 N 16th Street to reduce setback from 10 feet to 6 feet
• Accessory structure variance request for 1600 Jollit Avenue to exceed the 40% maximum size of the principal dwelling

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review the current meeting agenda and discuss general updates. The session includes a resolution regarding a grant application for traffic infrastructure.

• ALDOT grant application for traffic signals at Gateway Drive and Marvyn Parkway

The council conducted a work session that lasted five minutes. No substantive decisions, votes, or ordinances were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a weed abatement assessment for 311 S 3rd Street. The body is deciding on several equipment purchases for the Fire Department and IT, as well as budget and action plans for Community Development Block Grants (CDBG).

• Public hearing and assessment for weed abatement at 311 S 3rd Street
• CDBG PY2023 Budget & Annual Action Plan and PY2021 Action Plan amendment
• Professional Services Agreement with Barrett Simpson for N Railroad Avenue Area Phase 1 Drainage Study
• Waiver of all building and construction permit fees for Habitat for Humanity
• ALDOT grant application for traffic signals at Gateway Drive and Marvyn Parkway

The City Council unanimously approved the CDBG PY2023 Budget and Annual Action Plan, which includes increased funding for affordable housing. The council also authorized several equipment purchases for the fire department and approved a drainage study for the N Railroad Avenue Area.

• Approved CDBG PY2023 Budget & Annual Action Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three diesel exhaust systems for FD (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of fire hoses and nozzles via HGACBuy contract (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two-way radios and equipment for FD (Unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement for N Railroad Avenue Area Phase 1 Drainage Study (Unanimous)
• Approved waiver of building and construction permit fees for Habitat for Humanity (Unanimous)
• Approved ALDOT grant application for traffic signals at Gateway Drive and Marvyn Parkway (Unanimous)
• Approved weed abatement assessment for 311 S 3rd Street (Unanimous)

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 197 acres from R-3 to a planned unit development. Other items include final plat approvals for residential developments.

• Rezoning of 197 acres at Anderson Road and Andrews Road from R-3 to PUD (Edgefield Farm)
• Conditional use request for 26-unit townhomes at 1250 block of McCoy Street
• Conditional use request for a church at 2550 Pepperell Pkwy
• Preliminary plat for Anderson Lakes SD Phase 3 (33 lots)
• Preliminary and final plat for Arrowhead SD (51 lots)

The Planning Commission granted preliminary and final approvals for several subdivisions and conditional use requests for a townhome development and a church. All approved items were subject to specific staff recommendations regarding infrastructure, landscaping, and buffers.

• Approved preliminary plat for Anderson Lakes SD, Phase 3 (33 lots) with staff recommendations
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Arrowhead SD (51 lots) with staff recommendations and additional access easement
• Approved conditional use for 26-unit townhome development at 1250 block of McCoy Street with staff recommendations
• Approved conditional use for The Life City Church/TLC Kids at 2550 Pepperell Parkway with staff recommendations
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review alcohol license requests for Big Dad LLC and a street closure for the Songwriters Festival. The body is also considering several resolutions regarding city infrastructure, school resource officers, and stadium improvements.

• Alcohol license requests for Big Dad Grocery and Big Dad Package
• Project agreement with Opelika City Schools for Bulldog Stadium and Bulldog Baseball Field improvements
• Emergency purchase for sewer line repair near Arrowhead Subdivision
• Renaming of Media General Drive to Wyndham Industrial Court
• Bids for Columbus Parkway North Access Road, Uniform Cleaning, and Sportsplex Aquatic Center Lighting

The City Council unanimously approved two alcohol licenses for Big Dad LLC and a rezoning request for 14.86 acres at Gateway Drive and Interstate 85. The council also authorized several infrastructure bids and resolutions, including sewer repairs and school facility improvements.

• Approved alcohol licenses for Big Dad Grocery and Big Dad Package (Unanimous)
• Approved downtown street closures for 4th Annual Songwriters Festival on 10-06 and 10-07-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved bids for Columbus Parkway North Access Road, OFD uniform cleaning, and Sportsplex Aquatic Center lighting (Unanimous)
• Approved emergency sewer line repair near Arrowhead Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Meraki cameras and equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved amending Resolution 126-23 for Critical Insights Consulting, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved project agreement for Bulldog Stadium and Bulldog Baseball Field improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 14.86 acres at Gateway Drive & Interstate 85 from C-2 to PUD (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a work session to review and discuss the current council meeting agenda. The agenda contains no specific legislative items or contracts for decision.

The City Council conducted a three-minute work session. No substantive decisions were made, though bids were presented and a request to remove Ordinance #1 from the table was noted.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several public hearings regarding weed abatement and a right-of-way vacation. The body is deciding on a tax abatement extension for Hanwha Cimarron, LLC and multiple engineering agreements for road improvements. Other items include event requests and a homeless shelter service agreement.

• Tax abatement extension of Sales and Use Tax for Hanwha Cimarron, LLC
• Agreement and funding with ALDOT for a signal at Gateway Drive and Marvyn Parkway
• Engineering design services for Pepperell Parkway from City Limits to Lowndes Street
• Homeless Shelter Service Agreement with Valley Rescue Mission, Inc.
• Public hearings for weed abatement at 3307 Arnold Avenue, 814 Donald Avenue, and 1211 Magnolia Street

The City Council approved funding for a new traffic signal at Gateway Drive and Marvyn Parkway and engineering services for Pepperell Parkway. The council also authorized several community events and a homeless shelter service agreement with Valley Rescue Mission, Inc.

• Approved 'On the Tracks' event for 10-20-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved 'Christmas in a Railroad Town' event for 12-08-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Collinwood Christmas Luminaries for 12-15-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved homeless shelter service agreement with Valley Rescue Mission, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved vacation of a portion of the right-of-way of Country Club Road (Unanimous)
• Approved extension of sales and use tax abatement for Hanwha Cimarron, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved ALDOT agreement for signal at Gateway Drive and Marvyn Parkway (Unanimous)
• Approved demolition of 315 S 4th Street (Unanimous)

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider requests for exceptions to city zoning ordinances. The board will review two specific property variance requests and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Variance request for 2714 Waverly Parkway regarding accessory structure size and front yard placement
• Variance request for 1900 South Long Street for a 18 foot rear yard setback

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss engineering services for Pepperell Parkway and two potential rezoning requests. The body will also hear a presentation from the Valley Rescue Mission.

• Engineering Design Services with CDG for Pepperell Parkway improvement from City Limits to Lowndes Street
• Rezoning request for 1625 1st Avenue from M-1 to C-2
• Rezoning request for 1600 block Oak Bowery Road from R-1 to R-2

The City Council conducted a work session featuring presentations from the Valley Rescue Mission and requests to advertise two rezoning applications. The council also reviewed a resolution for engineering design services for Pepperell Parkway. No final votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Reviewed request to advertise rezoning of 1625 1st Avenue from M-1 to C-2
• Reviewed request to advertise rezoning of 1600 block Oak Bowery Road from R-1 to R-2
• Reviewed resolution for CDG Engineering Design Services for Pepperell Parkway
• Kept Ordinance #1 on the agenda table at the developer's request

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several subdivision plats and rezoning requests. The body is deciding on land use changes and residential developments across the city.

• Rezoning of 197 acres at Anderson Road and Andrews Road from R-3 to PUD (Edgefield Farm)
• Rezoning of 4.18 acres on Oak Bowery Road from R-1 to R-2
• Rezoning of 7,324 sf at 1625 1st Avenue from M-1 to C-2
• Petition to vacate Country Club Road from the 3500 block to Saugahatchee Road
• Final plat approvals for Laurel Lakes SD (62 lots), Wyndham Gates SD (9 lots), and National Village SD (9 lots)

The Planning Commission granted preliminary approval for several subdivisions and recommended a rezoning request to the City Council. Decisions included approvals for The Landing, Foxrun Phase 3, and Southern Pines subdivisions, as well as final approval for the Pepperell Manufacturing Company subdivision.

• Approved preliminary plat for The Landing SD, Redivision of Parcel 2A (Passed)
• Approved preliminary plat for Foxrun SD, Phase 3 (Passed)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Pepperell Manufacturing Company Subdivision of Lot 2 (Passed)
• Approved amendment to Future Land Use Map for 4.18 acres on Oak Bowery Road (Passed)
• Sent positive recommendation to City Council to rezone 4.18 acres on Oak Bowery Road from R-1 to R-2 (Passed)
• Approved preliminary plat for Southern Pines SD (Passed)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the demolition of three properties and weed abatement assessments for five addresses. The body is also considering zoning amendments and the awarding of several utility and construction bids.

• Zoning amendment for 14.86 acres at Gateway Drive & Interstate 85 from C-2 to PUD
• Public hearings for demolitions at 509 1st Avenue, 315 S 4th Street, and 2013 Waverly Parkway
• Bid for construction of a Multi-Use Trail Along the Banks of Pepperell Branch
• Purchase of two 20 Cu. Yd. Heil DP Side Loaders on 2024 Mack LR Chassis
• Alcohol license request for Flynn's Arcarde LLC dba Mr. Gattis Pizza

The City Council approved bids for utility poles, excavation services, and a multi-use trail. Council also approved an alcohol license for Mr. Gattis Pizza and two street closures for events. One demolition request for 315 S 4th Street was tabled.

• Approved alcohol license for Flynn's Arcarde LLC dba Mr. Gattis Pizza (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary street closure for Heritage House event on 07-02-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved downtown street closure for Red Clay Brewing Bike Night on 06-22-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved bids for Ductile Iron Utility Poles, Vacuum Excavation, and Pepperell Branch Multi-Use Trail (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two 20 Cu. Yd. Heil DP Side Loaders (Unanimous)
• Approved services agreement with Motorolla Solutions, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved demolition of 509 1st Avenue and 2013 Waverly Parkway (Unanimous)
• Tabled demolition of 315 S 4th Street (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to receive a presentation on a grant bid for the Creek Line Trails Project. The body will also review and discuss the current council meeting agenda.

• ADECA Grant Bid for Creek Line Trails Project presentation

The council held a brief work session to receive a presentation on the Creek Line Trails Project. President Smith noted additions to the upcoming meeting agenda and stated that Ordinance #1 would be tabled at the developer's request.

• Tabled Ordinance #1 at the request of the developer

General

The regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment scheduled for June 13, 2023, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of applications.

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness request for new windows. The body will also review enforcement and staff reports.

• COA for new windows at 715 Ave D in the Geneva Historic District (Owner: Pam Pouncy)

The Commission approved a request to replace five damaged windows at 715 Ave D with aluminum-clad wood double hung SDL windows. Members also discussed termite infestations downtown and trash collection issues on S. Railroad.

• Approved May 11, 2023 minutes
• Approved replacement of five windows at 715 Ave D (All approved)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a work session to review the current meeting agenda and discuss general updates. The agenda consists of procedural items and general discussion.

The City Council held a work session that lasted one minute. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding weed abatement assessments and a zoning change from C-2 to PUD. The body is also reviewing several equipment purchases for the police and fire departments and a request for a downtown street closure for Juneteenth.

• Zoning amendment for 14.86 acres at Gateway Drive & Interstate 85 from C-2 to PUD
• Public hearings for weed abatement assessments at 105 Vaughan Ave. and 915 York Ave.
• Purchase of one 2023 Ford F150 Responder Supercrew 4x4 Pickup for the Police Department
• Purchase of furniture for the new fire station
• Proposed school zone speed limit changes on Fox Run Pkwy and Waverly Pkwy

The council approved several resolutions for IT software, fire station furniture, and a police vehicle. They also authorized a street closure and special appropriation for the Juneteenth celebration and approved a liquor license for Los Tres Amigos LLC.

• Approved liquor license for Los Tres Amigos LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved street closure at Courthouse Square for Juneteenth on 06-16-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved installation of conduit systems via open trench and directional boring (Unanimous)
• Approved emergency purchase of Gridsmart GS3 Camera System at Pepperell Pkwy and 30th St (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford F150 Responder for Police Department (Unanimous)
• Approved weed abatement assessments for 105 Vaughan Ave and 915 York Ave (Unanimous)
• Approved special appropriation to GEMS Empowered for Juneteenth Celebration (Unanimous)
• Approved school zone speed limit amendments for Fox Run Pkwy and Waverly Pkwy (Unanimous)

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several subdivision plats and conditional use requests. The body is also considering a rezoning request for 197 acres near Anderson Road and Andrews Road. Other items include a street name change and a Master Development plan amendment.

• Rezoning of 197 acres from R-3 to PUD (Edgefield Farm) at Anderson Road and Andrews Road
• Conditional use request for a 'Rage Room' at 1510 2nd Avenue
• Conditional use request for an ALDI automobile maintenance service center at 2400 Frederick Road
• Conditional use request for a hospital at 2513 Village Professional Park
• Request to rename Media General Drive to Wyndham Industrial Court

The Planning Commission granted preliminary and final approvals for two subdivisions and approved three conditional use requests for commercial and residential developments. All approved items were passed with unanimous votes of the members present.

• Approved preliminary plat for The Bowery SD, 14 lots (7-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Foxchase on Emerald Lake SD, Phase 4C, 9 lots (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for a Rage Room at 1510 2nd Avenue (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for mixed commercial and residential development at 512 South 8th Street (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for two commercial warehouse buildings at 1011 and 1025 Walker Gray Court (7-0)
• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on weed abatement assessments and a zoning amendment for Shelton Mill Road. The body is also deciding on several contract extensions, property donations, and capital improvements for city aquatic centers.

• Public hearing to rezone 46,860 square feet at 2700 Block Shelton Mill Road to C-2
• Purchase of one Sutphen SL75 Heavy Duty 75' Mid-Mount Aerial Ladder Truck
• Budget and bid awards for Aquatic Center Capital Improvements at Covington Rec and Opelika Sportsplex
• Proposed school zone speed limit changes on Fox Run Pkwy and Waverly Pkwy
• Revocation of business licenses for King Food Mart (823 Crawford Rd) and Neighborhood Market (503 MLK Blvd)

The City Council unanimously approved budgets and bids for aquatic center capital improvements at Covington Rec and Opelika Sportsplex. The council also authorized the purchase of a heavy-duty aerial ladder truck and extended several roadway maintenance contracts.

• Approved budget and construction bids for aquatic center improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Sutphen SL75 Heavy Duty Aerial Ladder Truck (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year contract extensions for Ozark Striping and Robinson Paving Company Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved revocation of business licenses for King Food Mart and Neighborhood Market (Unanimous)
• Approved downtown street closure for Bike Night on 05-18-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved weed abatement assessments for 308 Brannon Ave. and 615 MLK Blvd. (Unanimous)
• Approved tax abatements and exemptions for Pharmavite, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to receive presentations on capital improvements and consulting. The meeting includes a review of the current council meeting agenda.

• Presentation on Aquatics Center Capital Improvements at Covington Rec and Opelika Sportsplex
• Presentation by Critical Insights Consulting, LLC

The council held a work session featuring presentations on aquatics center improvements and consulting services. No ordinances or resolutions were voted on during this session.

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for property modifications in historic districts. The body will consider requests for new windows, doors, and railings.

• 503 S. 8th St: Request for new window
• 1100 3rd Ave: Request to remove doors, install windows, and add porch railings
• 511 Geneva St: Sign request withdrawn

The Commission approved a request to install a new window at 503 S. 8th St. The board also approved the minutes from the April 13, 2023 meeting. A request for modifications at 1100 3rd Ave was presented with staff recommendations, but no final vote is recorded in the text.

• Approved April 13, 2023 minutes (All approved)
• Approved installation of a new wood clad window at 503 S. 8th St (All approved)

General

The regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment scheduled for May 9, 2023, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of applications.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a project development agreement and two demolitions. The body is also deciding on the annual property tax levy and several contract approvals for city infrastructure and arts renovations.

• Annual Authorization to Levy Tax on Property within Opelika
• Zoning change for 229.2 acres at Anderson Road and Andrews Road from R-1 to PUD
• Public hearings for demolitions at 1515 N. Uniroyal Road and 111 S. Railroad Avenue
• Project Development Agreement with MAB American Management, LLC
• Update to sewer access fees (Section 28-108 of the City Code of Ordinances)

The council unanimously approved a project development agreement with MAB American Management, LLC, which will bring a Publix Supermarket to the development. The council also approved a fireworks display permit for July 3, 2023, and authorized demolitions at 1515 N. Uniroyal Road and 111 S. Railroad Avenue. Several residents spoke during citizen communications about ongoing sewage and flooding issues in their neighborhoods, requesting city action.

• Approved fireworks and pyrotechnics display permit for July 3, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved project development agreement with MAB American Management, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved demolition at 1515 N. Uniroyal Road (unanimous)
• Approved demolition at 111 S. Railroad Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of fire alarm system for Sportsplex (unanimous)
• Approved annual property tax levy authorization (unanimous)
• Approved annual MWPP reports for East and West sewer treatment plants (unanimous)
• Approved special appropriation to Sound Wall Music Initiative for 4th Annual Songwriters Festival (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss a request to advertise for a public hearing regarding a rezoning. The session also includes a review of the current council meeting agenda.

• Rezoning request for 47.31 acres at 3001 Gateway Drive from C-2 & PUD to PUD

The City Council conducted a work session that lasted one minute. No substantive decisions were made, though a request to advertise a rezoning for 3001 Gateway Drive was presented.

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests. The body is considering rezoning requests for three different properties and one conditional use permit.

• Conditional use request for auto sales and repair at 1418 2nd Avenue
• Rezoning of 197 acres at Anderson Road and Andrews Road from R-3 to PUD (Edgefield Farm)
• Amendment to Master Development plan for 17.95 acres at 820 Crawford Road (Knollwood)
• Rezoning of 42.73 acres at 3001 Gateway Drive from C-2 & PUD to PUD (The Landing)

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use request for 1418 2nd Avenue to add automobile sales and repair to an existing auto maintenance shop. The approval is subject to seven staff recommendations, including monthly inspections and restrictions on vehicle storage. The commission also reviewed a rezoning request for 197 acres at Anderson Road and Andrews Road, though the final result for that item was not recorded.

• Approved conditional use for auto sales and auto repair at 1418 2nd Avenue (6-1)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a zoning amendment for 229.2 acres and a weed abatement assessment. The body will also consider several contracts, bid awards for infrastructure projects, and updates to sewer access fees.

• Public hearing to amend zoning from R-1 to PUD for 229.2 acres at Anderson Road and Andrews Road
• Proposed update to sewer access fees in Section 28-108 of the City Code of Ordinances
• Bids for Veterans Parkway & Academy Drive Roundabout and Floral Park Fields access
• Public hearing for weed abatement assessment at 504 South 4th Street
• 3-year contract for Pentera Core Software via Omnia Partners

The council approved bids for vegetation management, Floral Park field access, and a roundabout at Veterans Parkway and Academy Drive. Several resolutions were passed, including software purchases, a fireworks exhibition agreement, and a weed abatement assessment. The council also approved a temporary street closure for Bike Night.

• Approved temporary street closure for Bike Night on 04-20-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved Right-of-Way Vegetation Management bid (Unanimous)
• Approved Access Accommodations to Floral Park Fields bid (Unanimous)
• Approved Veterans Parkway & Academy Drive Roundabout bid (Unanimous)
• Approved Pentera Core Software 3-yr. contract (Unanimous)
• Approved license agreement with BOE for fireworks exhibition (Unanimous)
• Approved weed abatement assessment for 504 South 4th Street (Unanimous)
• Approved special appropriation to Chattahoochee Council, Boy Scouts of America (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a work session to review the current meeting agenda and discuss general updates. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed for decision.

The City Council held a brief work session to review bids and manage the meeting agenda. The council agreed to remove Ordinance #1 from the table and the agenda.

• Removed Ordinance #1 from the table and agenda

General

The City of Opelika Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review requests for modifications to properties in the Geneva and Northside Historic Districts. The body will consider applications for fencing, a deck, and a sign.

• 715 Ave D: Request for iron fencing
• 315 N. 4th St: Request for privacy fence and deck
• 511 Geneva St: Request for a sign by Billboard Signs

The Commission approved certificates of appropriateness for an iron fence in the Geneva Historic District, a privacy fence and deck in the Northside Historic District, and the March 9, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved March 9, 2023 minutes (All approved)
• Approved installation of 29ft antique iron fence with finials at 715 Ave D (All approved)
• Approved 50ft cedar and pine privacy fence and 12ft x 20ft Trex composite deck at 315 N. 4th St (All approved)

General

The regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment scheduled for April 11, 2023, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of applications.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several land-use changes, including a large annexation and PUD zoning request on Columbus Parkway. The body is also considering updates to alcohol sale hours and cemetery fees, as well as various infrastructure contracts.

• Annexation and PUD zoning for 209.71 acres on Columbus Parkway (U.S. Highway 280)
• Proposed amendment to City Code regulating hours of sale for alcoholic beverages
• Proposed charges and fees for cemetery lots and services
• Construction inspection agreement with CDG for Andrews Road Improvement Project
• Alcohol license requests for Mandarin House and Kpot Korean BBQ and Hotpot

The council approved an ordinance regulating Sunday alcohol sale hours and authorized the annexation and PUD zoning of 209.71 acres on Columbus Parkway. Other actions included approving alcohol licenses for two restaurants and updating cemetery rules and fees.

• Approved Ordinance 012-23 regulating Sunday alcohol sale hours (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 010-23 and 011-23 for annexation and PUD zoning of 209.71 acres on Columbus Parkway (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 009-23 and Resolution 081-23 revising cemetery rules and fees (Unanimous)
• Approved alcohol licenses for Mandarin House and Kpot Korean BBQ (Unanimous)
• Approved employment contract for Joel D. Motley (Unanimous)
• Approved Northern Perimeter Corridor Feasibility Study proposal from Sain and Associates (Unanimous)
• Approved construction inspection agreement with CDG for Andrews Road Improvement Project (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary street closure for New Spirit Missionary Baptist Church on 04-08-23 (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss a request for annexation and a request to advertise for a public hearing regarding rezoning. Both items concern a 46,860 square foot area in the 2700 block of Shelton Mill Road.

• Rezoning request for 46,860 square feet in the 2700 block Shelton Mill Road
• Annexation request for 46,860 square feet in the 2700 block Shelton Mill Road

The City Council conducted a work session where requests for annexation and rezoning for a property in the 2700 block of Shelton Mill Road were presented. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several land use requests. These include two plat approvals, four conditional use permits, and one annexation and rezoning request.

• Plat approval for Perryman Hill Plaza Plat No 1 SD at Veterans Parkway & Highway 280
• Plat approval for Lot 1-A Bodine SD at Grand National Parkway & Highway 280
• Conditional use requests for 601 South 7th Street, 503 Martin Luther King Blvd., 181 Columbus Parkway, and Frederick Road & Cunningham Drive
• Annexation request for 46,860 square feet in the 2700 block of Shelton Mill Road
• Rezoning request for 46,860 square feet in the 2700 block of Shelton Mill Road from R-1 to C-2

The Planning Commission approved two subdivision plats and four conditional use requests for businesses including a car wash and a pest control office. The commission also sent positive recommendations to the City Council for the annexation and rezoning of a property on Shelton Mill Road.

• Approved preliminary and final plat for Perryman Hill Plaza (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Lot 1-A Bodine SD (4-1)
• Approved conditional use for Stark Exterminators office at 601 South 7th Street (5-0)
• Approved conditional use for carry-out restaurant at 503 MLK Blvd (5-0)
• Approved conditional use for grave monument sales at 181 Columbus Parkway with 90-day landscaping deadline (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved conditional use for Rich's Car Wash at Frederick Road & Cunningham Drive (5-0)
• Recommended annexation of 46,860 sq ft on Shelton Mill Road to City Council (5-0)
• Recommended rezoning of Shelton Mill Road property from R-1 to C-2 to City Council (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss zoning and annexation for a 209.71-acre site on Columbus Parkway. The meeting includes votes on alcohol licenses, equipment bids, and updates to cemetery fees and regulations.

• Public hearing for zoning change of 209.71 acres at 3200 Block Columbus Parkway to Planned Unit Development
• Public hearing for demolition at 414 Avenue A
• Alcohol license requests for Auburn-Opelika Elks Lodge #1834 and La Perla Escondida Restaurant LLC
• Bids for two 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 trucks for the Fire Department
• Tax abatements and exemptions for Hanwha Advanced Materials America, LLC

The City Council approved two alcohol licenses, several street closures for community events, and multiple equipment bids for city operations. The council also approved the demolition of 414 Avenue A and introduced ordinances for cemetery fees and zoning changes.

• Approved alcohol licenses for Auburn-Opelika Elks Lodge #1834 and La Perla Escondida (Unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Community Vintage Pop Up Market, Lee County Master Gardeners Tour, Touch-A-Truck, and Burger Wars (Unanimous)
• Approved bids for Holophane Lighting, two Chevy Silverado trucks, Siemens voltage regulators, a circuit breaker, and a Nutanix server system (Unanimous)
• Approved demolition of 414 Avenue A (Unanimous)
• Approved tax abatements for Hanwha Advanced Materials America, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved special appropriation from Ward 2 Discretionary Fund (4-1)
• Tabled revising Cemetery Rules and Regulations (Unanimous)
• Appointed Aaron Kovak to Historic Preservation Commission and reappointed Patsy Boyd Parker and Virginia Graham to boards (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to receive a presentation on the Opelika Financial Health Initiative from Dr. Nathaniel Dunlap, Jr. The body will also review and discuss the current council meeting agenda.

• Opelika Financial Health Initiative Update presentation by Dr. Nathaniel Dunlap, Jr.

General

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider five requests for variances from established setback and lot width requirements. These requests involve residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

• 304 Williamson Avenue: 10 foot side yard setback variance for a 50x100 building addition
• 226 Cherry Avenue: 10 foot lot width variance for a single family home
• 510 Geneva Street: 4.32 foot setback variance for a 4,480 square foot office building
• 314 3rd Avenue: 10.5 foot side yard setback variance for a 29.7x26.7 pool house
• 1511 & 1507 First Avenue: Front, rear, and side yard setback variances for Premium Beverage Company

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review several Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for properties in the Downtown and Northside Historic Districts. The body will consider requests for renovations, new construction, and lighting changes.

• 121 S 9th St: Pavers and lighting (413 Group, LLC)
• 501 N. 8th St: Tree removal (Jane Killian Fleming)
• 314 3rd Ave: New construction pool house (J. Manifold Construction)
• 206 S. 8th St: Facade renovation (Sirco, Inc.)
• 704 1st Ave: Lighting (Hayley Investments)

The commission approved several Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for lighting, landscaping, and construction in the Downtown and Northside Historic Districts. Decisions included a new pool house and a commercial facade renovation. One retroactive approval was granted for a tree removal.

• Approved brick pavers and mural lighting at 121 S 9th St
• Approved retroactive COA for pecan tree removal at 501 N. 8th St
• Approved new construction of a pool house at 314 3rd Ave (contingent on Zoning Board setback variance)
• Approved facade renovation at 206 S. 8th St (contingent on staff approval of door specs)
• Approved installation of bronze and gooseneck lighting at 704 1st Ave
• Approved February 9, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is meeting to canvass the results of the February 28, 2023, special election. The election concerned the renewal and continuation of an 11 mill ad valorem tax for education in the City of Opelika.

• Canvassing of 02-28-23 Special Election results for 11 mill ad valorem tax for education

The City Council approved the canvassing of votes from the February 28, 2023, special election regarding the renewal of an 11 mill ad valorem tax for education. The council also approved the electronic participation of Councilman Tim Aja.

• Approved Resolution No. 041-23 to canvass 02-28-23 special election results for 11 mill ad valorem tax (Unanimous)
• Approved Councilman Tim Aja's participation by electronic means (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review the FY2022 Audit Report and Financial Statements. The body is also discussing a request to advertise a public hearing for a rezoning project.

• FY2022 Audit Report & Financial Statements presentation by John Boles
• Proposed rezoning of 229.2 acres at the corner of Andrews Road & Anderson Road from R-1 to PUD

The City Council conducted a work session featuring a presentation of the FY2022 Audit Report and Financial Statements. A request to advertise for a rezoning project at Andrews Road and Anderson Road was also presented. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a Project Development Agreement with PFI, LTD. The body is also reviewing tax abatements for STI Opelika, LLC and several city infrastructure bids. Other business includes event requests and zoning amendments.

• Public hearing and vote on Project Development Agreement with PFI, LTD
• Tax abatements and exemptions for STI Opelika, LLC
• Bids for Andrews Road right turn lane and roadway improvements (ALDOT Project No. IAR-041-000-020)
• Special use permit request for Verizon Wireless at 900 Reeder Ave A
• Zoning amendment for 1531 and 1617 1st Avenue (8.928 acres) from M-1 to PUD

The council approved several municipal bids for electrical and road work, as well as a project development agreement with PFI, LTD. They also authorized various event street closures and approved several board appointments. A zoning amendment for 1st Avenue remained tabled.

• Approved Project Development Agreement with PFI, LTD (Unanimous)
• Approved tax abatements and exemptions for STI Opelika, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved bid for Andrews Road right turn lane and roadway improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved bid for Electrical Substation Site Work (Unanimous)
• Approved bid for Viper-ST Solid Dielectric Reclosers & SEL651R2 Controls (Unanimous)
• Approved bid for one 2022 Ford F250 Super Duty Truck (Unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Verizon Wireless at 900 Reeder Ave A (Unanimous)
• Tabled zoning amendment for 1531 and 1617 1st Avenue

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several conditional use requests and one rezoning application. The body is reviewing land use changes for residential and commercial developments.

• Rezoning of 229.2 acres on Anderson Road from R-1 to PUD for Electra Estates
• Conditional use request for a new church sanctuary at 1550 North Uniroyal Road
• Conditional use request for an event venue at 2611 Columbus Parkway
• Conditional use request for multiple buildings on a single lot at 114 Brannon Avenue
• Preliminary plat and conditional use for 41 lots at Waverly Place

The Planning Commission approved several conditional use requests for a church, an event venue, and residential duplexes. It also issued a positive recommendation to City Council for a rezoning request and land use map amendment for a 229.2-acre mixed-use development.

• Approved conditional use and preliminary plat for Hillpointe Twin Homes 34-unit duplex project
• Approved conditional use for new church sanctuary at 1550 North Uniroyal Road
• Approved conditional use for rural event center at 2611 Columbus Parkway
• Approved conditional use for duplex at 114 Brannon Avenue (removed buffer requirement)
• Recommended approval to City Council for rezoning 229.2 acres from R-1 to PUD (Dickson Farms)
• Recommended approval to City Council to amend Future Land Use Map for 229.2 acres to mixed use
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning amendments and a public hearing for a demolition. The body is also considering alcohol licenses, special appropriations for local organizations, and a cybersecurity audit bid.

• Public hearing and resolution for demolition at 622 S 4th Street
• Zoning amendment for 2900 Block Anderson Road from R-3 to PUD
• Zoning amendment for 1531 and 1617 1st Avenue from M-1 to PUD (Tabled)
• Purchase of 624 Toter 96 Gal EVR II Universal/Nestable Carts
• Alcohol license requests for Tigertown Sports and Viva La Vida Mexican Cuisine

The City Council approved alcohol licenses for Tigertown Sports and Viva La Vida Mexican Cuisine. The council also passed a zoning change for a property on Anderson Road and approved a tree protection ordinance. Several special appropriations and a demolition at 622 S 4th Street were authorized.

• Approved alcohol license for 3AZ Sports LLC dba Tigertown Sports (Unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Alvarez Gallegos LLC dba Viva La Vida Mexican Cuisine (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary street closure for Johnny Ray Century Bike Ride on 05-06-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved Pride on the Plains Parade for 06-02-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved demolition of 622 S 4th Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Cybersecurity Assessment, Planning, and Audit RFP (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning change for 2900 Block Anderson Road from R-3 to PUD (Unanimous)
• Approved Tree or Plant Protection and Management ordinance (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to receive a presentation from the Superintendent of Opelika City Schools. The body will also review and discuss the current council meeting agenda.

• Presentation by Dr. Farrell Seymore, Superintendent of Opelika City Schools

General

The regular Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for February 14, 2023, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of applications.

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review several Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for properties in the Northside and Geneva Historic Districts. The body will consider requests for new construction, fencing, and exterior modifications.

• 310 N. 6th St: Wood privacy fence and metal storage building
• 305 N. 10th St: Wood deck and sauna
• 404 2nd Ave: New exterior doors, egress, rear fencing, and rear parking
• 510 Geneva St: New construction
• 710 Avenue E: New construction

The commission approved a five-unit commercial building and a mixed-use residential/commercial project in the Geneva Historic District. It also approved exterior modifications for two properties in the Northside Historic District.

• Approved wood deck, sauna, and 8ft cedar privacy fence at 305 N. 10th St
• Approved new exterior doors, egress ramps, playground fencing, and gravel parking at 404 2nd Ave
• Approved 'Option B' for a five-unit commercial building at 510 Geneva St, featuring three front gables and window grids
• Approved mixed-use construction at 710 Avenue E with the addition of a soldier course brick along the top band
• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a work session to discuss a petition for annexation and a rezoning request. The items concern a 209.7-acre property in the 3200 block of Columbus Parkway.

• Annexation petition from Rodney & Laura Jones for 209.7 acres in the 3200 block of Columbus Parkway
• Request to advertise for a public hearing regarding PUD rezoning for 209.7 acres in the 3200 block of Columbus Parkway

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on demolishing two properties and amending zoning for a site on Anderson Road. The body is also reviewing several zoning ordinances, tax abatements for Cumberland Plastic Systems, LLC, and the appointment of election officials for a school tax renewal election.

• Public hearings for demolition of 118 Chester Street and 800 Kilgore Street
• Zoning amendment for 2900 Block Anderson Road (8.1 Acres) from R-3 to PUD
• Tax abatements and exemptions for Cumberland Plastic Systems, LLC
• MOU to establish a Multi-Agency Gun Crimes Task Force
• Zoning amendments for 2700 Block and 2701 Society Hill Road

The City Council approved two zoning map amendments for Society Hill Road and authorized the demolition of properties at 118 Chester Street and 800 Kilgore Street. The council also approved several equipment purchases, a multi-agency gun crimes task force MOU, and a special use permit for Dish Wireless.

• Approved demolition of 118 Chester Street (Unanimous)
• Approved demolition of 800 Kilgore Street (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 2700 Block Society Hill Road from C-2 & R-1 to C-2 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 2701 Society Hill Road from C-2 to C-3 (Unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Dish Wireless at 600 Floral Street (4-1)
• Approved MOU for Multi-Agency Gun Crimes Task Force (Unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license for Player 2 LLC dba Level 1 Bar and Lounge (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Brandon Hilyer and reappointment of Raven Harvis to BZA (Unanimous)

General

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several plat approvals and a conditional use request. The body will also discuss the annexation and rezoning of land on Columbus Parkway and elect its officers.

• Annexation of 204.3 acres accessed from 3200 block Columbus Parkway (Hwy 280)
• Conditional use request for a medical cannabis dispensary at 1441 Gateway Drive
• Preliminary plat for Perryman Hill Plaza Plat No 1 SD (5 lots) at 3600 block Birmingham Hwy
• Preliminary and final plat for Torbert Townhomes SD (6 lots) at 807 Torbert Blvd
• Final plat for Foxrun SD, Phase 2B (74 lots) accessed from east end of Village Drive

The Planning Commission elected Lucinda Cannon as Chair and John Sweatman as Vice Chair. The board approved a medical cannabis dispensary conditional use and granted preliminary or final plat approvals for three subdivisions. The commission also sent positive recommendations to the City Council for a 204.3-acre annexation and PUD rezoning.

• Elected Lucinda Cannon as Chair (Passed)
• Elected John Sweatman as Vice Chair (Passed)
• Approved December 20, 2022 minutes (Passed)
• Granted preliminary plat approval for Perryman Hill Plaza (Passed)
• Granted preliminary and final plat approval for Torbert Townhomes (Passed)
• Granted conditional use approval for medical cannabis dispensary at 1441 Gateway Drive (Passed)
• Recommended annexation of 204.3 acres on Columbus Parkway to City Council (Passed)
• Recommended PUD rezoning for 3200 block Columbus Parkway to City Council (Passed 8-1)

City Council

The City Council will consider zoning amendments for two parcels on Society Hill Road and a property conveyance to the Opelika Utilities Board. The meeting includes reviews of the December 2022 financial and building reports and several purchase requests for IT and uniform services.

• Public hearing: 2700 Block Society Hill Road (67.6 acres) from C-2 & R-1 to C-2
• Public hearing: 2701 Society Hill Road (16.47 acres) from C-2 to C-3
• Alcohol license request for RaceTrac Alabama Inc. dba RaceTrac #2628
• Special appropriations to 3D Youth Development Academy, Inc. and J. W. Darden Foundation
• Conveyance of real property to Opelika Utilities Board

The council approved a retail beer and wine license for RaceTrac Alabama Inc. and passed several resolutions for IT software, uniforms, and department expenses. They also authorized the conveyance of real property to the Opelika Utilities Board and approved two special appropriations for local organizations.

• Approved retail beer and wine license for RaceTrac Alabama Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved conveyance of real property to Opelika Utilities Board (Unanimous)
• Approved special appropriation to 3D Youth Development Academy, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved special appropriation to J. W. Darden Foundation (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Cisco Umbrella software and firewall protection purchases (Unanimous)
• Approved uniform purchase and rental contract renewal (Unanimous)
• Approved building permit and occupational tax refunds for Hooper Homes, LLC and TR Group (Unanimous)
• Tabled zoning amendment for 1531 and 1617 1st Avenue

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the conveyance of real property to the Opelika Utilities Board. The meeting also includes a review of the current council meeting agenda.

• Presentation by Chief of Police Shane Healey regarding conveyance of real property to Opelika Utilities Board

General

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review requests for modifications to properties in the Geneva and Downtown Historic Districts. The body will consider applications for new construction, landscaping changes, and structural additions.

• 501 S. 8th St: Request to replace front steps and extend walkway
• 807 Torbert Blvd: Request to remove trees
• 510 Geneva St: Request for new construction
• 121 S. 9th St: Request to extend covered pavilion and add rear covered deck and sidewalk

The commission approved three Certificates of Appropriateness for property improvements in the Geneva and Downtown historic districts. A proposal for a new five-unit commercial building at 510 Geneva St was tabled and referred to a subcommittee for revisions.

• Approved replacement of brick steps and walkway extension at 501 S. 8th St
• Approved removal of one tree and replanting at 807 Torbert Blvd
• Tabled new construction of five-unit commercial building at 510 Geneva St
• Approved subcommittee to work on revisions for 510 Geneva St (Matt Mosley, Lisa Thrift, Mark Gatlin, Rush Denson)
• Approved pavilion expansion, rear deck, and sidewalk at 121 S. 9th St
• Approved December 8, 2022 minutes

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to receive a presentation from the Alabama Department of Public Health. Members will also discuss a request to advertise a public hearing for a rezoning project.

• Rezoning request for 8.1 acres on Anderson Lakes Circle from R-3 to PUD
• Presentation from Alabama Department of Public Health - East Central District

City Council

The City Council will review requests for equipment purchases and a change to the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual. The body will also consider a request for a 5K event at Grand National.

• Purchase of John Deere 7200A Mower
• Purchase of Bobcat Compact Excavator E60 R2
• Purchase of two 2023 Ford F150 SuperCrew Pickup Trucks
• 1st reading of amendments to the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual
• Request for BigHouse Foundation 5K Event at Grand National on 01-21-23

The City Council approved the purchase of a mower, an excavator, and two pickup trucks. Council members also approved amendments to the City of Opelika Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual and authorized a 5K event.

• Approved BigHouse Foundation 5K Event at Grand National on 01-21-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of John Deere 7200A Mower via Resolution No. 001-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Bobcat Compact Excavator E60 R2 via Resolution No. 002-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two 2023 Ford F150 SuperCrew Pickup Trucks via Resolution No. 003-23 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 001-23 to amend Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual (Unanimous)
• Tabled zoning amendment for 1531 and 1617 1st Avenue from M-1 to PUD
• Approved minutes from 12-20-22 council meeting