Orange Beach, AL

Special Meeting

Regular Council Meeting

Committee of the Whole

Regular Council Meeting

Committee of the Whole

Regular Council Meeting

Committee of the Whole

Committee of the Whole

Regular Council Meeting

Special Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council is holding a work session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and capital requests. The body will also discuss additional items for future meeting agendas.

• Review of proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and capital requests

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several resolutions, including a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2026 and the adoption of a hazard mitigation plan. The body is also reviewing several service contracts and a bid for medical equipment.

• Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
• Task order with Lose of Tennessee, PLLC for Orange Beach Aquatics Center Renovation Project, Phase I, up to $274,000
• Task order with GeoCon Engineering & Materials Testing, Inc. for traffic signals at Canal Road, Wharf Parkway East, and Money Bayou Drive up to $8,695
• Adoption of the 2026 Baldwin County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Bid award for Medical Equipment for the Coastal Alabama Sea Turtle Facility

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will vote on several resolutions involving grant awards, professional service contracts, and board appointments. Key items include infrastructure projects and agreements for city facilities and services.

• Resolution for a $1,500,000 GOMESA Grant Agreement for a Shooting Complex Clubhouse
• Resolution for a grant award contract with Baldwin County Commission for the Jubilee Point Road Elevation Project
• Task order with GeoCon Engineering & Materials Testing, Inc. for a new civic center not to exceed $16,300
• Task order with Scarlett Sadler Group, LLC for Shooting Range Clubhouse and Safe Room surveying not to exceed $10,590
• Task order with GeoCon Engineering & Materials Testing, Inc. for Old Finance Building renovation not to exceed $10,000

Special Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council is holding a special-called meeting to address new business. The primary item for consideration is a resolution regarding the city's emergency status.

• Resolution rescinding the declaration of emergency for Hurricane Isaias

Special Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council is holding a special-called meeting to address a specific emergency resolution. The body will consider declaring a local state of emergency in response to Tropical Storm/Hurricane Isaias.

• Resolution declaring a local state of emergency for Tropical Storm/Hurricane Isaias

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council's Committee of the Whole meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM to review prior minutes and take up new business. The agenda lists 13 proposed resolutions covering grants, engineering and testing contracts, insurance, and theater production services, plus three discussion items on board vacancies and a Wharf Ice Rink sponsorship. No public hearings or ordinances are listed, and no votes or outcomes are recorded in this agenda. Several resolutions carry dollar amounts, including a $1,500,000 GOMESA grant agreement with ADCNR.

• GOMESA Grant Agreement with ADCNR for a Shooting Complex Clubhouse: $1,500,000
• Task order with GeoCon Engineering & Materials Testing for geotechnical report on a new civic center: not to exceed $16,300
• Task order with Scarlett Sadler Group (Civil Southeast) for land surveying for the Shooting Range Clubhouse and Safe Room: not to exceed $10,590
• Task order with GeoCon Engineering & Materials Testing for inspections and materials testing for Old Finance Building renovation: not to exceed $10,000
• Discussion items: expired Board of Adjustment terms, a Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Tourism Board vacancy, and Wharf Ice Rink sponsorship

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM to consider a range of new business, including two liquor license applications and ten resolutions. Key items include awarding a 2026 Roadway Resurfacing bid to Arrington Curb & Excavation, Inc. for up to $458,990.52, and a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance for the All About Storage Expansion conditional use approval. The council will also consider agreements for police digital forensics software, a drone first responder trial, and a $20,000 appropriation to the Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program.

• Resolution awarding 2026 Roadway Resurfacing bid to Arrington Curb & Excavation, Inc., not to exceed $458,990.52
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance No. 172 for All About Storage Expansion (Case No. 0801-CU-26)
• Resolution appropriating $20,000 to the Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program for FY2026
• Resolution authorizing a software service agreement with Magnet Forensics, LLC for Police Department digital forensics
• Resolution authorizing a product agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for a Drone as First Responder trial program

General

The Orange Beach City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including an update on the recreation campus, a Christmas lighting proposal, the Old Finance Building, Wharf/Event Center history, a Bear Point drainage plan, a Lindsey Lane request, and the Noise Ordinance. The council will also review additional items for upcoming meeting agendas. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Recreation campus update
• Christmas lighting proposal
• Bear Point drainage plan
• Lindsey Lane request
• Noise Ordinance

The City Council met for a work session to discuss various city updates, proposals, and ordinances. The minutes record that these items were discussed, but no formal decisions or votes were taken.

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider resolutions, including awarding a $1.4 million renovation contract for the Old Finance Building, modifying the sale terms of the Orange Beach Event Center, and approving several purchases and professional services agreements. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, vendor checks, and public comments.

• Resolution awarding renovation bid for Old Finance Building (Orange Beach Medical Center South) to Langan Development Company LLC, not to exceed $1,409,690
• Resolution authorizing modification of terms of sale for Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf
• Resolution awarding bid for permanent traffic signal at Canal Road / Wharf Parkway East / Money Bayou Drive to Big River Electric Inc., not to exceed $345,000
• Resolution authorizing purchase of police vehicle from Donohoo Chevrolet, LLC, $60,011.50
• Resolution authorizing purchase of video surveillance system for police jail from Vision Security Technologies Inc., $26,123.07

The City Council approved several infrastructure and equipment contracts, including a renovation project and a new traffic signal. The council also authorized expenditures for police equipment and city event promotions.

• Awarded Old Finance Building renovation bid to Langan Development Company LLC for up to $1,409,690 (6-0)
• Awarded Canal Road / Wharf Parkway East / Money Bayou Drive traffic signal bid to Big River Electric Inc. for up to $345,000 (6-0)
• Approved $60,011.50 police vehicle purchase from Donohoo Chevrolet, LLC (6-0)
• Approved $26,123.07 police jail video surveillance system from Vision Security Technologies Inc. (6-0)
• Authorized modification of sale terms for Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf (6-0)
• Authorized public funds for promotion of city amenities and events (6-0)
• Approved legal services agreement with Renee Smith (6-0)
• Approved professional services agreements with Gerald Mills and TIDALHUE creative, LLC for 2027 Spring Theater Production (6-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to consider several resolutions, including awarding a bid for 2026 roadway resurfacing, accepting proposals for credit card services and a safety action plan, and approving various software and service agreements. They will also set a public hearing date for a conditional use request for a storage expansion. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items, with no major policy changes.

• Resolution awarding bid for 2026 Roadway Resurfacing
• Resolution accepting proposal for Municipal Commercial Credit Card and Expense Management Services
• Resolution authorizing professional services agreement for Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Resolution accepting Safe Span bridge safety inspections proposal not to exceed $2,800
• Resolution appropriating $20,000 to Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program for FY2026

The Committee of the Whole met to review potential resolutions and agenda items for the October 6, 2026, meeting. No formal votes were taken on the resolutions discussed. A public hearing for a storage expansion request was scheduled for October 6.

• Scheduled public hearing for Case No. 0801-CU-26, All About Storage Expansion for October 6, 2026

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the Waterfront Park Shoreline project. The Council will also consider several resolutions regarding police equipment, legal services, and event promotions.

• Waterfront Park Shoreline project discussion
• Modification of sale terms for the Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf
• Permanent Traffic Signal at Canal Road / Wharf Parkway East / Money Bayou Drive bid award
• $60,011.50 police vehicle purchase from Donohoo Chevrolet, LLC
• $26,123.07 police jail video surveillance system purchase from Vision Security Technologies Inc.

The Committee of the Whole met to review potential agenda items for the September 15, 2026, meeting. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will discuss several resolutions regarding software agreements, equipment purchases, and professional services. The meeting includes a first reading of an ordinance to extend temporary moratoriums on certain development projects.

• Ordinance adding 'Bicycles, Micromobility Devices, and Electric Motorcycles' to the Code of Ordinances
• Purchase of a video surveillance system for the Fire Training Center for $47,409.67
• Purchase of an Aerial LiDAR Drone System for $52,950
• Geotechnical testing services for tennis courts and turf fields not to exceed $6,860
• First reading of an ordinance extending temporary moratoriums on certain development projects

The City Council adopted the city's Comprehensive Plan and an ordinance regulating bicycles, micromobility devices, and electric motorcycles. The council also extended temporary moratoriums on certain development projects and approved several software and equipment purchases.

• Adopted ordinance for Bicycles, Micromobility Devices, and Electric Motorcycles with 15 mph speed limit on multi-use paths
• Adopted the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Orange Beach
• Approved extension of temporary moratoriums on certain development projects (6-0)
• Approved $47,409.67 video surveillance system for Fire Training Center
• Approved $52,950 Aerial LiDAR Drone System for Community Development Department
• Approved $6,860 geotechnical testing contract with GeoCon Engineering & Materials Testing, Inc.
• Approved software agreements with Station Automation, Inc. and Ashtow Technology Group, LLC
• Postponed bid award for Renovation of Orange Beach Medical Center South until September 15, 2026

Special Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council is holding a work session to discuss a wide range of items, including a parks and recreation facilities overview, a recreation campus update, Mayor and Council salaries, a co-host/responsible party ordinance, a Police Department drone request, a crosswalk request, an Old Finance Building discussion, an Event Center request, an E-Bike ordinance, and a donation of promotional items. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss the purchase, sale, exchange, lease, or market value of real property. No formal votes are expected at this work session.

• Parks and Recreation facilities overview
• Recreation campus update
• Mayor and Council salaries
• Police Department drone request
• E-Bike ordinance

The City Council held a work session to discuss various department updates and city ordinances. The only formal action taken was a unanimous vote to enter an executive session regarding real property.

• Entered executive session to discuss purchase, sale, exchange, lease, or market value of real property (Unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items. They will hear a final presentation on the Bear Point Drainage Basin Study and Stormwater Master Plan, consider an ordinance to regulate bicycles and micromobility devices, and vote on a special events liquor license for the Gulf State Collectors event. The council will also consider resolutions on employee pay plan changes, a use agreement for the National Shrimp Festival, and adoption of the FY2027 Transportation Plan, plus a public hearing and first reading on a zoning amendment for the Wharf Landing PUD.

• Final report on Bear Point Drainage Basin Study & Stormwater Master Plan by Thompson Engineering
• Ordinance adding Article IX 'Bicycles, Micromobility Devices, and Electric Motorcycles' to Chapter 70
• Special Events Retail Liquor License for Wharf Restaurant Group LLC, Gulf State Collectors event, Sept 15, 2026, at Orange Beach Event Center, 4671 Wharf Parkway West
• Resolution amending Employees Pay Plan/Job Listing to simplify job titles
• Public hearing and first reading on Zoning Ordinance amendment, Case No. 0703-PUD-26, Amenity District PUD at Wharf Landing (Margaritaville Resort)

The City Council approved a zoning amendment for the Margaritaville Resort Amenity District to implement brand-specific signage standards. Other actions included adopting the FY2027 Transportation Plan and authorizing a use agreement for the National Shrimp Festival.

• Approved rezoning 7.8 acres to PUD for Margaritaville Resort signage (4-0-1)
• Adopted FY2027 Transportation Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized use agreement with Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for 53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival (unanimous)
• Approved Special Events Retail Liquor License for Wharf Restaurant Group LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to simplify job titles in Employees Pay Plan/Job Listing (unanimous)
• Postponed ordinance regarding bicycles, micromobility devices, and electric motorcycles until September 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Certified cash requirements within budget for payment (5-0)
• Certified cash requirements for Swift Supply within budget (4-0-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss and vote on a range of resolutions and ordinances. Key items include adopting the city's Comprehensive Plan, awarding bids for the renovation of Orange Beach Medical Center South and a permanent traffic signal at Canal Road / Wharf Parkway East / Money Bayou Drive, and extending temporary development moratoriums. The agenda also includes several software and service agreements, a surveillance system purchase, and appointments.

• Resolution adopting the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Orange Beach, Alabama
• Resolution awarding the bid for Renovation of Orange Beach Medical Center South
• Resolution awarding the bid for a Permanent Traffic Signal at Canal Road / Wharf Parkway East / Money Bayou Drive
• Resolution authorizing purchase of video surveillance system for Fire Training Center for $47,409.67
• Ordinance extending temporary moratoriums on certain development projects

The Committee of the Whole met to review potential agenda items for the September 1, 2026, meeting. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach Committee of the Whole will review and vote on two resolutions: one to amend the city’s employee pay plan by simplifying job titles, and another to authorize a use agreement with the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for the 53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival. The meeting will also include routine approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Resolution amending Employees Pay Plan/Job Listing to simplify job titles within each grade
• Resolution authorizing use agreement with Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for 53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss potential agenda items for a future meeting. No formal votes were taken or decisions finalized during this session.

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will vote on several service contracts and two ordinances on second reading. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a zoning modification for a Columbia Southern University sign.

• Architectural design for a Hurricane Safe Room for First Responders not to exceed $306,000
• Invasive plant removal and landscaping contract with Coogan Enterprises LLC for $98,342.60
• Work skiff bid award to Roberts Welding, LLC for $94,480
• Public hearing for Columbia Southern University PUD Modification for a new freestanding sign
• Second reading of ordinances regarding Recreational Vehicle Rentals and Micromobility Devices

The City Council adopted an ordinance requiring RV rental businesses to have a physical presence within city limits or police jurisdiction. The council also approved several contracts for coastal resources and police equipment, and authorized a new first responder safe room.

• Adopted RV rental ordinance requiring local physical presence (6-0)
• Postponed bicycle and micromobility ordinance until August 18 (6-0)
• Approved $98,342.60 invasive plant removal contract with Coogan Enterprises LLC
• Approved $94,480 work skiff purchase from Roberts Welding, LLC
• Authorized $306,000 for first responder Hurricane Safe Room design and engineering
• Approved zoning modification for Columbia Southern University freestanding sign (6-0)
• Approved software agreements with Motorola Solutions and Whelen Engineering for Police
• Accepted donation of Police Canine 'Nox' from Orange Beach Police K-9 Foundation

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council will consider a series of resolutions covering environmental services, public safety contracts, and board appointments. Key items include a task order with Adams Stewart Architect for Hurricane Safe Room design not to exceed $306,000 and software agreements for the Police Department with Motorola Solutions and Whelen Engineering. The council will also set public hearing dates for zoning ordinance amendments related to the Wharf Landing and Columbia Southern University projects and adopt an ordinance amendment to the Flood Damage Prevention code.

• Approve task order with Adams Stewart Architect for Hurricane Safe Room design, up to $306,000
• Approve software service agreement with Motorola Solutions for FLEX subscription for Police Department
• Approve services agreement with Whelen Engineering for patrol vehicle software for Police Department
• Award bid for a Work Skiff to the Coastal Resources Department
• Set public hearing date (8/18/2026) for zoning ordinance amendment for Wharf Landing PUD

The Orange Beach City Council met as a Committee of the Whole to review potential agenda items for the August 4, 2026, regular meeting. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussed for future action. A public hearing was scheduled for August 18, 2026, regarding a zoning amendment for the Amenity District PUD at Wharf Landing (Margaritaville Resort).

• Scheduled public hearing for Aug. 18, 2026 on Wharf Landing PUD zoning amendment
• Reviewed resolution for exotic invasive plant removal and native landscaping contract
• Reviewed resolution awarding bid for Coastal Resources work skiff
• Reviewed ADEM cooperative agreement for permitting and inspection services
• Reviewed resolution for Sergeant Joey Brown's retirement weapons and badge
• Reviewed Motorola Solutions FLEX subscription for Police Department
• Reviewed Whelen Engineering patrol vehicle software agreement
• Reviewed Adams Stewart Architect task order for Hurricane Safe Room (not to exceed $306,000)

Regular Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading regarding a PUD modification for the AC Hotel by Marriott. The body is also deciding on several service contracts, taxi franchises, and new ordinances regarding RV rentals and micromobility devices.

• Public hearing and ordinance for AC Hotel by Marriott PUD Modification - Parking Layout Amendment
• Award of $84,297.04 to Integrated Aqua Systems, Inc. for Sea Turtle Facility Life Support Systems
• Purchase of two Police Department utility vehicles from Baldwin County Victory Polaris, LLC for $44,853
• Appropriation of $10,000 for FY2026 to CARE House, Inc. (Baldwin County Child Advocacy Center)
• Proposed ordinances for RV rentals and a new article on bicycles, micromobility devices, and electric motorcycles

The council approved a major modification to the AC Hotel by Marriott Orange Beach PUD, allowing all parking onsite, eliminating off-site parking, relocating rooms to the rooftop, and adding public access to the rooftop lounge. The council also adopted a speed limit reduction in Lauder Place Subdivision and approved multiple resolutions, including a $10,000 appropriation to CARE House and a $44,853 purchase of two utility vehicles for the police department. Several first-reading ordinances were introduced but no action was taken on them.

• Approved AC Hotel PUD modification (6-0)
• Adopted speed limit reduction in Lauder Place Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved mutual aid agreement with Medstar EMS (unanimous)
• Appropriated $10,000 to CARE House (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Baldwin County Sheriff's Office for drug task force (unanimous)
• Approved $44,853 purchase of two utility vehicles for police (unanimous)
• Approved taxi franchises for ONE LOVE SHUTTLE and Granbury Executive Transport (unanimous)
• Awarded $84,297.04 bid for Sea Turtle Facility life support systems (unanimous)

Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several new business items. The meeting focuses on infrastructure projects and the regulation of mobile vendors and neighborhood activities.

• New Civic Center
• RESTORE Act projects
• Regulation of ice cream trucks, food trucks, and other mobile vendors
• Regulation of repetitive yard sales
• Regulation of portalet facility placement in neighborhood common areas

The Orange Beach City Council held a work session on July 21, 2026, discussing multiple topics including the conceptual design of the new Civic Center, the Canal Road bypass project, and residential sewer and trash rates. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the work session.

Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss and consider resolutions including a mutual aid agreement with Medstar EMS, a drug task force MOU with the Sheriff's Office, and a $44,853 purchase of utility vehicles for the Police Department. Also on the agenda are ordinances on RV rentals and micromobility devices, and a public hearing for a Columbia Southern University zoning amendment. An executive session for pending litigation is added.

• Discuss 5% match for Jubilee Point Road Elevation project under LGRIP
• Mutual aid agreement with Lifeguard Ambulance Service dba Medstar EMS
• $10,000 appropriation to CARE House, Inc. for FY2026
• MOU with Baldwin County Sheriff's Office for Drug Task Force
• $44,853 purchase of two utility vehicles for Police Department

The Committee of the Whole met to review potential items for the July 21, 2026, agenda. No formal votes were taken; the council discussed 18 items, including a 5% match for a road elevation project, mutual aid agreements, appropriations, and several resolutions. Public comments addressed food truck restrictions, police body cam footage, and city discord. The council entered executive session to discuss pending litigation and did not reconvene.

• Reviewed 18 potential agenda items for July 21 meeting (no votes taken)
• Scheduled public hearing for Aug 4 on Columbia Southern University PUD sign amendment
• Noted AC Hotel PUD parking amendment hearing set for July 21
• Noted Pirates Voyage PUD hearing canceled (withdrawn by applicant)
• Agreed to look into amending City Code on food truck restrictions (public comment)
• Entered executive session on pending litigation (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider a $1,320,450 bid award for a Burn Tower with Installation at the Fire Training Facility, and hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment for Lost Bay Townhouses. Other actions include adopting a revised Personnel Policy Manual, approving a special events liquor license, and accepting a FEMA safe room design proposal.

• Resolution awarding $1,320,450 bid for Burn Tower with Installation at Fire Training Facility to Roy Lewis Construction Corporation
• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance for Lost Bay Townhouses PUD perimeter landscaping
• Resolution adopting revised Personnel Policy Manual for the City of Orange Beach
• Resolution authorizing $14,000 service agreement for police leadership training with Offset Consulting LLC
• First reading of ordinance reducing speed limit on certain streets in Lauder Place Subdivision

The Orange Beach City Council approved a revised Personnel Policy Manual, adopted several resolutions including a $1.32M burn tower contract and a $14,000 police leadership training agreement, and passed a zoning ordinance amendment for Lost Bay Townhouses. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except where noted. No action was taken on a speed limit ordinance for Lauder Place Subdivision, which will proceed to a second reading.

• Approved revised Personnel Policy Manual (5-0)
• Awarded $1,320,450 burn tower contract to Roy Lewis Construction (5-0)
• Approved $14,000 police leadership training with Offset Consulting (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for beach nesting bird habitat stewardship with National Audubon Society (5-0)
• Approved geotechnical services for Aquatics Center pool support building, not to exceed $5,570 (5-0)
• Approved FEMA Safe Room Design Services from Adams Stewart Architect (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Lost Bay Townhouses PUD to remove perimeter shrubs (5-0)
• Took no action on Lauder Place Subdivision speed limit ordinance; moved to second reading

Special Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will hold a work session to discuss a possible federal antitrust lawsuit against manufacturers and retailers of fire trucks, as well as potential property acquisition. No votes or formal decisions will be taken at this meeting.

• Discuss possible lawsuit alleging price fixing of fire trucks by manufacturers/retailers in violation of federal antitrust laws
• Discuss potential property acquisition

The Orange Beach City Council held a work session on June 30, 2026, discussing several topics but taking no formal votes. Attorney Keith Jackson proposed a possible lawsuit against fire truck manufacturers/retailers for price fixing. Other discussions included a fire department overview, a city seal style guide, a covered bus stop at the elementary school, ice cream truck regulation, an e-bike ordinance, and a recreation vehicle rental ordinance. No decisions were made.

• Discussed possible antitrust lawsuit against fire truck manufacturers/retailers (no action)
• Reviewed Fire Department overview (no action)
• Discussed City Seal Style Guide (no action)
• Discussed covered bus stop at Orange Beach Elementary School (no action)
• Discussed regulation of ice cream trucks (no action)
• Discussed E-Bike Ordinance (no action)
• Discussed Recreation Vehicle Rental Ordinance (no action)

Special Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council is considering a resolution to authorize an appraisal of the Beech RV Park Property by Heron Valuation Group at a cost not exceeding $8,500. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss pending litigation. This is a special-called meeting with limited agenda items.

• Resolution authorizing appraisal of Beech RV Park Property by Heron Valuation Group, amount not to exceed $8,500
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation

The Orange Beach City Council held a special meeting on June 29, 2026, and considered a resolution to authorize an appraisal of the Beech RV Park property. The original appraiser withdrew, and a new quote of $15,000 was presented. The council voted unanimously against the motion, with Mayor Kennon abstaining, effectively declining to move forward with the appraisal and the property purchase.

• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Rejected $15,000 appraisal for Beech RV Park property (unanimous opposition, mayor abstained)
• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance amending the zoning code for Bubba's Seaside Mini Golf PUD. The council also will consider several resolutions, including filling a vacancy in Council Place No. 3, purchasing equipment for police and fire departments, and awarding a task order for recreation complex improvements. Additionally, a proclamation declaring July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month will be presented.

• Resolution declaring and filling vacancy in Council Place No. 3
• Resolution authorizing $39,007.20 for Police Department dispatch radio console from Motorola Solutions
• Resolution authorizing $59,108.96 for Fire Department office furniture from McAleer's
• Resolution authorizing up to $100,000 for Orange Beach Recreation Complex Improvements via Sawgrass Consulting
• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance for Bubba's Seaside Mini Golf PUD

The council declared a vacancy in City Council Place No. 3 and elected Pat Simpson to fill it after a motion to elect Nelson Bauer failed 2-3. The council also approved a liquor license for Mediterranean Sandwich Co., several resolutions for purchases and grants, and a zoning change for a bumper car facility at Bubba's Seaside Mini Golf.

• Declared a vacancy in City Council Place No. 3 (unanimous).
• Elected Pat Simpson to fill the vacancy (4-1); a motion to elect Nelson Bauer failed (2-3).
• Approved a retail beer and table wine license for Mediterranean Sandwich Co. LLC at 25908 Canal Road, Suite F (unanimous).
• Authorized purchase of a Dispatch Radio Console for Police from Motorola Solutions for $39,007.20 (unanimous).
• Authorized purchase of Fire Department office furniture from McAleer's for $59,108.96 (unanimous).
• Authorized grant applications for SCBA units and SAFER staffing (unanimous).
• Adopted a zoning ordinance for Bubba's Seaside Mini Golf PUD to allow a bumper car facility (4-0-1).
• Approved a use agreement with Blue Marlin Grand Championship for safety barricades (unanimous).

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council will discuss the ARSEA/APEAL longevity bonus for retirees and consider several resolutions, including adopting a revised Personnel Policy Manual, authorizing contracts for lab services, police training, and various infrastructure projects. The Council will also set public hearing dates for two zoning amendments and introduce an ordinance to reduce speed limits in the Lauder Place Subdivision.

• Resolution adopting revised Personnel Policy Manual for city employees
• Resolution authorizing police leadership training with Offset Consulting LLC up to $14,000
• Resolution accepting proposal for Safe Room Facility for First Responders
• Set public hearing for AC Hotel by Marriott PUD parking layout amendment (July 21)
• Ordinance reducing speed limits on streets in Lauder Place Subdivision

The Orange Beach City Council met as a Committee of the Whole to review potential items for the July 7, 2026, agenda. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was discussion-only. The council set public hearing dates for two zoning ordinance amendments: July 21, 2026, for the AC Hotel PUD parking layout amendment, and July 7, 2026, for the Lost Bay Townhouses PUD landscaping amendment. Public comments focused on the council's process for filling a vacancy, School Board appointments, and conduct of elected officials.

• Set public hearing for AC Hotel PUD parking layout amendment for July 21, 2026
• Set public hearing for Lost Bay Townhouses PUD landscaping amendment for July 7, 2026
• Discussed 13 agenda items for July 7 meeting, including personnel policy manual, lab services agreement, police leadership training, and multiple bid awards
• No formal votes taken during Committee of the Whole meeting

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss a silent auction donation request and consider multiple resolutions authorizing purchases and contracts, including a police dispatch radio ($39,007.20), fire department furniture ($59,108.96), and a recreation complex improvements task order ($170,600). The council will also note upcoming public hearings on zoning ordinance amendments for Bubba's Seaside Mini Golf and Pirates Voyage.

• Resolution authorizing task order with Sawgrass Consulting for Recreation Complex Improvements up to $170,600
• Resolution purchasing Police Dispatch Radio Console from Motorola Solutions for $39,007.20
• Resolution purchasing Fire Department Office Furniture from McAleer's for $59,108.96
• Change Order No. 2 for drainage improvements at Fire Training Center for $15,983.63
• Reminder of public hearing for Bubba's Seaside Mini Golf PUD zoning amendment on June 16, 2026

The Committee of the Whole reviewed potential items for the June 16, 2026, City Council agenda. Discussions included zoning amendments, public safety equipment purchases, and resident concerns regarding neighborhood traffic and golf cart rentals.

• Rescheduled Pirates Voyage PUD public hearing to July 21, 2026
• Proposed police dispatch radio purchase of $39,007.20
• Proposed fire department office furniture purchase of $59,108.96
• Proposed Fire Department SCBA Units grant application
• Proposed Coastal Arts Center fee schedule amendment
• Proposed Blue Marlin Grand Championship safety barricade use agreement
• Proposed Sawgrass Consulting task order for $170,600
• Proposed Roy Lewis Construction Change Order No. 2 for $15,983.63

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider several ordinance amendments, approve two retail liquor license applications, and adopt multiple resolutions. Among the resolutions, the council will authorize a $200,000 grant agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration for the Safety Action Plan Project. Additional resolutions reappoint board members and approve contracts for design services and equipment.

• Second reading amendment to Ordinance No. 172 for The Wharf Landing Residential District PUD
• Approval of a restaurant retail liquor license for Pedros Orange LLC at 25775 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Suites B‑D
• Approval of a special events retail liquor license for Wharf Restaurant Group LLC for the Howard Technology Solutions event at 4671 Wharf Parkway West
• Resolution reappointing Russ Hart and Jon Townsend to the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals
• Resolution authorizing execution of a $200,000 grant award agreement with the U.S. DOT Federal Highway Administration for the Safety Action Plan Project

The City Council approved multiple ordinances regarding The Wharf Landing Residential District and Moondance PUD boat slips. Additionally, the council authorized various grant agreements, liquor licenses, and service contracts.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Certified cash requirements without related interests (5-0)
• Certified cash requirements with related interests in Swift Supply (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending The Wharf Landing Residential District PUD (5-0)
• Approved restaurant liquor license for Pedro's Orange LLC (unanimous)
• Approved special events liquor license for Wharf Restaurant Group LLC (unanimous)
• Reappointed Russ Hart and Jon Townsend to Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals (unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council holds a work session to review a proposed update to the personnel policy and discuss additional items for future council meeting agendas. No votes or decisions will be taken; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Personnel Policy update review
• Review of additional items for upcoming council meeting agendas

No formal actions were taken because a quorum was not present. The council discussed a request for a covered bus stop at Orange Beach Elementary School and reviewed the drafted Personnel Policy.

• Discussed covered bus stop request at Orange Beach Elementary School
• Reviewed drafted Personnel Policy with HR Director Michelle Bugos

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will vote on several contract awards, including a $48,750 bid for barricades, a $75,590 bid for a sewer pump, and a contract not to exceed $307,303 for County Road 4 lift station rehabilitation. A resolution will designate the official name of Beach Boulevard East and amend a board of adjustment appointment. The council will also hold public hearings on three zoning ordinance amendments for the Buena Vista, Moondance, and The Wharf Landing PUDs.

• Resolution awarding $48,750 to Friedrichs Custom Manufacturing for barricades
• Resolution awarding $75,590 to Hydra Service for a sewer department pump
• Resolution awarding up to $307,303 to QR Contracting for County Road 4 lift station rehabilitation
• Public hearing on zoning amendment for Buena Vista PUD Minor Modification, Lot 72
• Public hearing on zoning amendment for Moondance PUD Boat Slips

The council approved a minor modification to the Buena Vista PUD to allow a 160-square-foot golf cart garage on Lot 72, adopted several bid awards for barricades, sewer pumps, and lift station rehabilitation, and deferred a Moondance PUD boat slip ordinance to a future meeting. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on a cash requirements motion.

• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Certified cash requirements with no related interests as appropriate for payment (4-0)
• Certified cash requirements with related interests in Swift Supply as appropriate for payment (3-0-1, Silvers abstained)
• Adopted resolution designating Beach Boulevard East as official name (unanimous)
• Awarded barricade bid to Friedrichs Custom Manufacturing Inc., $48,750 (unanimous)
• Awarded pump bid for Sewer Department to Hydra Service Inc., $75,590 (unanimous)
• Awarded County Road 4 Lift Station Rehabilitation bid to OR Contracting LLC, not to exceed $307,303 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance approving Buena Vista PUD minor modification for Lot 72 (4-0); deferred Moondance PUD boat slips to June 2, 2026; advanced Wharf Landing PUD to second reading