Owens Cross Roads, AL
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Owens Cross RoadsAL averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$206,100 Typical home value $437,409 +1.7% yr/yr · +19.2% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (9)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Elizabeth Craig — Mayor
- Yvonne Meier — Mayor
- Blake Burns — Board Member
- Deborah Buskirk — Mayor
- Kenny Mitchem — Board Member
- Lora Martin — Board Member
- Jason Denenny
- Antoinette Sisco-Williamson
- Tony Craig
Development activity
202513 housing units ($5.1M)
Upcoming
Tue Sep 8, 2026
City Council
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman,
Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Christie Eason, City Clerk-
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
The official agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting is currently being created.
We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Agenda Disclaimer
City Council agendas are provided for general information purposes only. Any reliance you place on a City Council agenda provided is strictly at your own risk.
Hard copies of all City Council agendas and all final attachments are available for review with the official agenda package at the City Clerk's Office at 9032
Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, after the meeting has concluded.
City Council agendas posted online do not include reports and attachments including, but not limited to, ordinances, resolutions, pictures, plans, drawings,
spreadsheet presentations, financial statements and other correspondences prior to the meeting.
Changes to a City Council agenda may be necessary prior to the City Council meeting. Such changes may not be included on the City Council agenda posting.
Also, the City Council may elect to amend, delete, add or continue business matters during the City Coun …
Tue Sep 8, 2026
City Council
Council agenda not yet published; no items available
The agenda for the September 8, 2026 City Council meeting is still being created and has not been posted. The notice states the official agenda will be published on the city's website and social media when available. No specific business items, ordinances, or decisions are listed at this time.
- Agenda pending publication; no items listed
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman,
Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Christie Eason, City Clerk-
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
The official agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting is currently being created.
We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Agenda Disclaimer
City Council agendas are provided for general information purposes only. Any reliance you place on a City Council agenda provided is strictly at your own risk.
Hard copies of all City Council agendas and all final attachments are available for review with the official agenda package at the City Clerk's Office at 9032
Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, after the meeting has concluded.
City Council agendas posted online do not include reports and attachments including, but not limited to, ordinances, resolutions, pictures, plans, drawings,
spreadsheet presentations, financial statements and other correspondences prior to the meeting.
Changes to a City Council agenda may be necessary prior to the City Council meeting. Such changes may not be included on the City Council agenda posting.
Also, the City Council may elect to amend, delete, add or continue business matters during the City Coun …
Mon Sep 14, 2026
Planning Commission
Agenda not yet published for Owens Cross Roads Planning Commission meeting
The Planning Commission meeting agenda is currently being created and will be published on the city website and social media channels when available. No items for discussion or decision have been released yet.
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, M a y o r
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 3 5 7 6 3
Tel: (256) 725- 4 1 6 3 Website: w w w .o w e n sc r o ssr o a d sa l.g o v
Planning Commission Meeting A g e n d a
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
Mon Sep 21, 2026
Park Board
Owens Cross Roads Park Board agenda not yet published
The Owens Cross Roads Park Board has not yet released the agenda for its September 21 meeting. The City Clerk stated the official agenda is currently being created and will be posted online soon.
- Agenda not yet published
- City Clerk-Treasurer Christie Eason to publish agenda online
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PARK BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council wo m an ,
Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Council woman ,
Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
The official agenda for the upcoming City Park Board Meeting is currently being
created . We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is
available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA SEPTEMBER 23 , 2025
Tue Sep 22, 2026
City Council
Owens Cross Roads City Council agenda not yet published
The City Council meeting agenda for September 22, 2026, is not yet available. The city clerk states it is being created and will be posted online and on social media when ready. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.
- No agenda items available at this time
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman,
Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Christie Eason, City Clerk-
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
The official agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting is currently being created.
We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Agenda Disclaimer
City Council agendas are provided for general information purposes only. Any reliance you place on a City Council agenda provided is strictly at your own risk.
Hard copies of all City Council agendas and all final attachments are available for review with the official agenda package at the City Clerk's Office at 9032
Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, after the meeting has concluded.
City Council agendas posted online do not include reports and attachments including, but not limited to, ordinances, resolutions, pictures, plans, drawings,
spreadsheet presentations, financial statements and other correspondences prior to the meeting.
Changes to a City Council agenda may be necessary prior to the City Council meeting. Such changes may not be included on the City Council agenda posting.
Also, the City Council may elect to amend, delete, add or continue business matters during the City Coun …
Tue Sep 22, 2026
City Council
Agenda not yet published for Sept. 22 council meeting
The official agenda for the September 22, 2026 City Council meeting is still being created and will be posted on the city's website and social media once available. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed in this notice.
- No agenda items available yet
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman,
Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Christie Eason, City Clerk-
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
The official agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting is currently being created.
We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Agenda Disclaimer
City Council agendas are provided for general information purposes only. Any reliance you place on a City Council agenda provided is strictly at your own risk.
Hard copies of all City Council agendas and all final attachments are available for review with the official agenda package at the City Clerk's Office at 9032
Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, after the meeting has concluded.
City Council agendas posted online do not include reports and attachments including, but not limited to, ordinances, resolutions, pictures, plans, drawings,
spreadsheet presentations, financial statements and other correspondences prior to the meeting.
Changes to a City Council agenda may be necessary prior to the City Council meeting. Such changes may not be included on the City Council agenda posting.
Also, the City Council may elect to amend, delete, add or continue business matters during the City Coun …
Mon Oct 19, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission agenda not yet available
The official agenda for the October 19, 2026, Planning Commission meeting is currently being created. No specific items for decision or discussion have been listed.
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, M a y o r
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 3 5 7 6 3
Tel: (256) 725- 4 1 6 3 Website: w w w .o w e n sc r o ssr o a d sa l.g o v
Planning Commission Meeting A g e n d a
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
Mon Oct 26, 2026
Park Board
Park Board agenda not yet published; meeting pending
The agenda for the October 26, 2026 Park Board meeting is still being prepared and will be posted online when available. No decisions or discussions are listed at this time.
- Official agenda not yet created; placeholder notice only
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PARK BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council wo m an ,
Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Council woman ,
Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
The official agenda for the upcoming City Park Board Meeting is currently being
created . We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is
available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA SEPTEMBER 23 , 2025
Mon Nov 30, 2026
Park Board
Park Board meeting agenda not yet available
The official agenda for the Park Board meeting is currently being created. No specific items for decision or discussion have been published.
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PARK BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council wo m an ,
Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Council woman ,
Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
The official agenda for the upcoming City Park Board Meeting is currently being
created . We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is
available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA SEPTEMBER 23 , 2025
Mon Dec 21, 2026
Park Board
Park Board agenda not yet available
The official agenda for the December 21, 2026 Park Board meeting is still being created and will be published later. The document also includes a list of city officials and a reference to a City Council meeting from September 23, 2025, but no actionable items are present.
- No agenda items are available — the agenda is under development
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PARK BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council wo m an ,
Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Council woman ,
Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
The official agenda for the upcoming City Park Board Meeting is currently being
created . We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is
available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA SEPTEMBER 23 , 2025
Mon Jan 11, 2027
Planning Commission
No specific agenda items are listed for the January 11, 2027 Planning Commission meeting.
The provided document is a placeholder notice stating that the official agenda is currently being created. It lists the attending officials, including Mayor Tony Craig and City Clerk Christie Eason, but contains no specific proposals, decisions, or public hearings. The city has not yet published the detailed schedule for this meeting.
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon Feb 8, 2027
Planning Commission
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon Mar 8, 2027
Planning Commission
📄 From the agenda
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon Apr 12, 2027
Planning Commission
📄 From the agenda
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon May 10, 2027
Planning Commission
📄 From the agenda
Extracted text of the official agenda document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon Jun 14, 2027
Planning Commission
📄 From the agenda
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon Jul 12, 2027
Planning Commission
📄 From the agenda
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon Aug 9, 2027
Planning Commission
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon Sep 13, 2027
Planning Commission
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon Oct 18, 2027
Planning Commission
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon Nov 8, 2027
Planning Commission
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Mon Dec 13, 2027
Planning Commission
📄 From the agenda
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163
Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026
City Council
Agenda not yet published for Aug 25 Council meeting
The official agenda for the August 25, 2026 City Council meeting is still being created and will be posted online and on social media when available. No specific business items, ordinances, or decisions are listed in this document. The notice also includes standard disclaimers about agenda changes and the availability of hard copies after the meeting.
- Agenda to be published on website and social media when available
- Hard copies available at City Clerk's Office, 9032 Highway 431 S, after meeting
agendacity-councilmeeting-notice
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman,
Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Christie Eason, City Clerk-
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
The official agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting is currently being created.
We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Agenda Disclaimer
City Council agendas are provided for general information purposes only. Any reliance you place on a City Council agenda provided is strictly at your own risk.
Hard copies of all City Council agendas and all final attachments are available for review with the official agenda package at the City Clerk's Office at 9032
Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, after the meeting has concluded.
City Council agendas posted online do not include reports and attachments including, but not limited to, ordinances, resolutions, pictures, plans, drawings,
spreadsheet presentations, financial statements and other correspondences prior to the meeting.
Changes to a City Council agenda may be necessary prior to the City Council meeting. Such changes may not be included on the City Council agenda posting.
Also, the City Council may elect to amend, delete, add or continue business matters during the City Coun …
Tue Aug 25, 2026
City Council
Agenda not yet published for Aug 25 council meeting
The agenda for the August 25, 2026 City Council meeting has not yet been created. The city clerk states it will be posted online and on social media once available. No business items are listed in this document.
- No agenda items available
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman,
Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Christie Eason, City Clerk-
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
The official agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting is currently being created.
We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk-Treasurer
Agenda Disclaimer
City Council agendas are provided for general information purposes only. Any reliance you place on a City Council agenda provided is strictly at your own risk.
Hard copies of all City Council agendas and all final attachments are available for review with the official agenda package at the City Clerk's Office at 9032
Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, after the meeting has concluded.
City Council agendas posted online do not include reports and attachments including, but not limited to, ordinances, resolutions, pictures, plans, drawings,
spreadsheet presentations, financial statements and other correspondences prior to the meeting.
Changes to a City Council agenda may be necessary prior to the City Council meeting. Such changes may not be included on the City Council agenda posting.
Also, the City Council may elect to amend, delete, add or continue business matters during the City Coun …
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Park Board
Park Board meeting agenda not yet available
The official agenda for the Park Board meeting is currently being created. No specific items for decision or discussion have been published.
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PARK BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council wo m an ,
Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Council woman ,
Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
The official agenda for the upcoming City Park Board Meeting is currently being
created . We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is
available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA SEPTEMBER 23 , 2025
Tue Aug 11, 2026
City Council
Owens Cross Roads City Council agenda not yet published for August 11, 2026 meeting
The official agenda for the August 11, 2026 City Council meeting is still being prepared and will be posted online and on social media once available. No decisions or discussions are listed for this meeting at this time.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council wo m an ,
Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Council woman ,
Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
The official agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting is currently being created .
We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
Agenda Disclaimer
City Council agendas are provided for general information purposes only. Any reliance you place on a City Council agenda provided is strictly at your own risk.
Hard copies of all City Council agendas and all final attachments are available for review with the official agenda package at the City Clerk's Office at 9032
Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, after the meeting has concluded.
City Council agendas posted online do not include reports and attachments including, but not limited to, ordinances, resolutions, pictures, plans, drawings,
spreadsheet presentations, financial statements and other correspondences prior to the meeting.
Changes to a City Council agenda may be necessary prior to the City Council meeting. Such changes may not be included on the City Council agenda posting.
Also, the City Counci …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
City Council
Agenda for August 11, 2026, City Council meeting not yet available
The provided document is a placeholder stating that the official agenda is currently being created. No specific business items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council wo m an ,
Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Council woman ,
Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
The official agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting is currently being created .
We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
Agenda Disclaimer
City Council agendas are provided for general information purposes only. Any reliance you place on a City Council agenda provided is strictly at your own risk.
Hard copies of all City Council agendas and all final attachments are available for review with the official agenda package at the City Clerk's Office at 9032
Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, after the meeting has concluded.
City Council agendas posted online do not include reports and attachments including, but not limited to, ordinances, resolutions, pictures, plans, drawings,
spreadsheet presentations, financial statements and other correspondences prior to the meeting.
Changes to a City Council agenda may be necessary prior to the City Council meeting. Such changes may not be included on the City Council agenda posting.
Also, the City Counci …
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Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:00P.M
Christie Ea son, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
TUESDAY,August 11, 2026
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk
Bmce Swanson, Fire Chief
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk
Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 6:02 P.M.
2. INVOCATION: Rev Daniella Peele, Cross Roads Church
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Police Lieutenant Scott Worsham
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk
a.
Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 - Present
b.
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place I - Present
c.
Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 - Present
d.
Tony Craig, Mayor - Present
e.
Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 - Absent
f.
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place 5 - Present
5.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES:
a.
City Council Minutes of the Work Session Meeting on July 14, 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting on July 14, 2026
c.
City Council Minutes of the Special Public Hearing on July 20, 2026
d.
Bank Balances as of August 7, 2026 - Presented by Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk
MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES & BANK BAL …
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Planning Commission
Agenda for Aug. 10 planning meeting not yet published
The official agenda for the August 10, 2026 Owens Cross Roads Planning Commission meeting is still being prepared. No items are available for discussion at this time.
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Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Tony Craig, M a y o r
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 3 5 7 6 3
Tel: (256) 725- 4 1 6 3 Website: w w w .o w e n sc r o ssr o a d sa l.g o v
Planning Commission Meeting A g e n d a
The official agenda for the upcoming Planning Commission Meeting is
currently being created. We will publish it on our website and social media
channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
Mon Aug 10, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to vote on billboard moratorium and Dudley subdivision
The Owens Cross Roads Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss a City Council resolution imposing a moratorium on billboards, and consider a subdivision request from the Dudley family to divide two parcels for conveyance to their children. A vote is expected on these items.
- Resolution 26-016: moratorium on billboards pending zoning/sign ordinance updates
- Subdivision request: parcel 22-04-20-0-000-068.004 (130 Dudley Lane) and parcel 22-04-20-0-000-068.001 (0 Hamer Road)
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P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163 Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Planning Commission Meeting
Monday, August 10, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
Call meeting to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of minutes from July 13 meeting
Old Business
The City Council decided to pass Resolution 26-016 to put a moratorium on billboards
until more specific details could be determined and zoning/sign ordinances modified.
New Business
The Dudley family wishes to subdivide their properties to convey to their children.
The parcels included are 22-04-20-0-000-068.004 (PIN 532736; 130 Dudley Lane) and
parcel 22-04-20-0-000-068.001 (PIN 141272; 0 Hamer Road).
Discussion and Vote
Adjourn
Tue Jul 28, 2026
City Council
Agenda for July 28, 2026, City Council meeting not yet available
The provided document is a placeholder stating that the official agenda is currently being created. No specific business items, decisions, or discussions are listed.
procedural
✓ Decided: City Council meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
No official city council business was conducted because a quorum of council members was not present. The meeting was called to order and roll call was performed, but the session ended without further action.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council wo m an ,
Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Council woman ,
Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
The official agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting is currently being created .
We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
Agenda Disclaimer
City Council agendas are provided for general information purposes only. Any reliance you place on a City Council agenda provided is strictly at your own risk.
Hard copies of all City Council agendas and all final attachments are available for review with the official agenda package at the City Clerk's Office at 9032
Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, after the meeting has concluded.
City Council agendas posted online do not include reports and attachments including, but not limited to, ordinances, resolutions, pictures, plans, drawings,
spreadsheet presentations, financial statements and other correspondences prior to the meeting.
Changes to a City Council agenda may be necessary prior to the City Council meeting. Such changes may not be included on the City Council agenda posting.
Also, the City Counci …
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER S 6 :00 P.M. T UE S DAY , JULY 28 , 202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidso n, Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Christie Eason, City Clerk Tim Gaines, Residential Inspector
Jeff Graves, K9 Police Officer Lora Martin, Planning Clerk
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk
David Whitman, Deputy F ire Chief Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant
Aaron Sumner, Reserve Police Offic er Several Fire Department Officers & Volunteers
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 6 :0 4 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: Christie Eason , City Clerk
a. Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 - Present
b. Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place 1 – Absent
c. Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 – Absent
d. Tony Craig, Mayor - Present
e. Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 – Present
f. Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place 5 – Ab sent
NO QUORUM OF CITY COUNCIL PRESENT - NO
MEETING
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS , PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Presentation of Owens Cross Roads Fire and Rescue Volunteer of the Year Award by Chief
Bruce Swanson to John Hoskins
Respectfully Submitted by: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer & Teresa
Carpenter …
Tue Jul 28, 2026
City Council
Agenda not yet published for July 28 council meeting
The agenda for the upcoming City Council meeting is still being created and will be posted online when available. No items have been listed for discussion or decision at this time.
agendameeting
✓ Decided: No City Council meeting held on July 28, 2026
The scheduled work session meeting did not take place because there was no quorum of City Council members.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council wo m an ,
Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Council woman ,
Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
The official agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting is currently being created .
We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
Agenda Disclaimer
City Council agendas are provided for general information purposes only. Any reliance you place on a City Council agenda provided is strictly at your own risk.
Hard copies of all City Council agendas and all final attachments are available for review with the official agenda package at the City Clerk's Office at 9032
Highway 431 S, Owens Cross Roads, AL, after the meeting has concluded.
City Council agendas posted online do not include reports and attachments including, but not limited to, ordinances, resolutions, pictures, plans, drawings,
spreadsheet presentations, financial statements and other correspondences prior to the meeting.
Changes to a City Council agenda may be necessary prior to the City Council meeting. Such changes may not be included on the City Council agenda posting.
Also, the City Counci …
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER S 5 :3 0 P.M. TU E S DAY , JU LY 28 , 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidso n, Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR WORK SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL & STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
Mayor Tony Craig Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk
Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 Sonny Hatcher, Chaplain
Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk Lora Martin, Building & Planning Clerk
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney Matt Balch, City Attorney
NO QUORUM OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS – NO
MEETING
Respectfully Submitted by: Christie Eason, City Clerk - Treasu rer & Teresa Carpenter, Revenue
Clerk
Mon Jul 27, 2026
Park Board
No agenda items available; meeting agenda pending
The Park Board meeting agenda has not been finalized and will be posted later. No decisions or discussions are listed at this time.
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PARK BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council wo m an ,
Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Council woman ,
Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
The official agenda for the upcoming City Park Board Meeting is currently being
created . We will publish it on our website and social media channels as soon as it is
available.
Thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Christie D. Eason
City Clerk -Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA SEPTEMBER 23 , 2025
Mon Jul 20, 2026
City Council
Public hearing on proposed ad valorem tax for fire protection services
The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed additional ad valorem tax for fire protection services. A council vote on the matter is scheduled for July 28, 2026.
- Public hearing regarding Proposed Additional Ad Valorem Tax for Fire Protection Services
- City Council vote on the tax scheduled for July 28, 2026
- Proposed public voting date for the tax on September 29, 2026
taxesfire-protectionpublic-hearing
✓ Decided: Council hears public comments on proposed fire protection tax
The City Council held a public hearing on July 20, 2026, to gather resident input on a proposed ad valorem fire protection tax. No formal vote or decision was made during the hearing; it was solely for public comment. Residents expressed support for the tax while raising questions about the fire department budget, ISO ratings, and long-term sustainability. The meeting adjourned unanimously at 6:35 PM.
- Adjourned meeting unanimously (6-0)
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 P.M. MON DAY, JULY 20 ,
202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Je nnifer Liddle , Council wo m an , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
C I T Y C O U N C I L H O S T E D P U B L I C H E A R I N G
R e g a r d i n g P r o p o s e d A d d i t i o n a l A d V a l o r e m T a x f o r F i r e P r o t e c t i o n
S e r v i c e s
1. CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig, Mayor
2. ROLL CALL: Christie Eason , City Clerk -Treasurer
3. REVIEW RULES OF CONDUCT DURING PUBLIC HEARING
4. REVIEW OF PURPOSE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer &
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
5. COUNCIL COMMENTS
6. PUBLIC COMMENT S
7. C L OSING STATEMENTS
8. A DJOURNME N T
AD VALOREM FIRE PROTECTION TAX (AVFPT)
JULY 28 th - CITY COUNCIL VOTE - IF THIS PASSES, THEN
SEPTEMBER 1 st – ABSENTEE VOTING BEGINS FOR AVFPT
SEPTEMBER 29 th – PUBLIC VOTING FOR AVFPT AT CITY HALL
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA JULY 20 , 2026
M EETING DATES & OTHER INTEREST S
City Council Meetings: 5: 3 0 p.m. & 6:00
p.m.
July 28, 2026
August 11, 2026
August 28, 2026
September 8, 2026
September 22, 2026
October 13, 2026
October 26, 2026
Municipal Court
August 6, 2026 @ 5:00 p.m.
August 20, 2026 @ 3:00 p.m.
September 3, 2026 @ 5:00 p.m. …
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:00 P.M.
TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR CITY COUNCIL HOSTED PUBLIC HEARING
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk
Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
David Whitman, Deputy Fire Chief
Aaron Sumner, Reserve Police
Officer
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
1.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 6:00 P.M.
2.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: Christie Eason , City Clerk
a.
Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 - Present
b.
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place 1 – Present
c.
Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 – Present
d.
Tony Craig, Mayor - Present
e.
Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 – Present
f.
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place 5 – Present
3. REVIEW RULES OF CONDUCT DURING PUBLIC HEARING : Christie Eason, City Clerk-
Treasurer
4. PRESENTATION ON PURPOSE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
5. COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Councilman Dan Arvidson
i. Growth brings increased fiscal responsibility
ii.
Post office (federal govt) ignored growth reported on census and that has
caused issues with our local post office
iii.
The City (local govt) heeded the growth reported on …
Tue Jul 14, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on annexation, rezoning, and retiree lump sum
The City Council will consider two ordinances: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079 and Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740. A resolution to provide a one-time lump sum to retirees under ACT 2026-608 is up for adoption. Discussion items include Beau's Law and a future public hearing on a proposed Ad Valorem Tax addition for Fire Protection Services scheduled for July 20.
- Ordinance 26-006: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079
- Ordinance 26-007: Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740
- Resolution 26-015: Retirees One Time Lump Sum ACT 2026-608
- Discussion of Beau's Law
- Public Hearing on July 20 for proposed Ad Valorem Tax addition for Fire Protection Services
zoningannexationrezoningfire-protectiontaxationretireesordinances
✓ Decided: Council reviews annexation, rezoning, retiree pay items
The work session was procedural; no votes were taken. The council reviewed Ordinance 26-006 (annexation of parcels 85201 & 91079), Ordinance 26-007 (rezoning of parcels 85152 & 92740, contingent on the annexation), and Resolution 26-015 (one-time lump sum of $371 for two retirees). A public hearing on a proposed fire protection ad valorem tax is set for July 20 at 6 PM.
- Reviewed Ordinance 26-006 for annexation of parcels 85201 & 91079 (no vote)
- Reviewed Ordinance 26-007 for rezoning of parcels 85152 & 92740 (no vote, contingent on 26-006)
- Reviewed Resolution 26-015 for $371 one-time lump sum for two retirees (no vote)
- Scheduled public hearing for July 20 at 6 PM on proposed ad valorem tax for fire protection
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C I T Y C O U N C I L C H A M B E R S 5 : 3 0 P . M . T U E S D A Y , J U L Y 1 4 , 2 0 2 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place
1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place
5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
WORK ING MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig , Mayor
REVIEW OF AGENDA ITEMS: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Presentation of Resolution by State Representative Ritchie Whorton
2. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION:
a. ORDINANCE 26-006: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079
b. ORDINANCE 26-007: Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740
3. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION:
a. RESOLUTION 26-01 5 : Retirees One Time Lump Sum ACT 2026-608
4. OTHER SUBJECTS :
a. For Discussion: Beau ’s Law
b. Public Hearing scheduled for July 20 at 6PM for citizens to share concerns, ask
questions about proposed Ad Valorem Tax addition for Fire Protection Services
ADJOURNMENT
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5:30 P.M.
TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR WORK SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL & STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
Mayor Tony Craig
Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place
5
Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place
1
Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk
Lora Martin, Building & Planning Clerk
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
David Whitman, Deputy Fire Chief
Community Members
1.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 5:31 P.M.
2.
Mayor Craig asked Christie Eason, City Clerk – Treasurer to review with City Council all items listed
on agenda
3.
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS:
a.
State Representative Ritchie Whorton will be presenting a Resolution to recognize individuals of
Fire & Police Department that were involved in a water Rescue in June 2026.
4.
ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION:
a. ORDINANCE 26-006: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079
Christie explained this has been posted for 21 days.
b. ORDINANCE 26-007: Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740
This vote will only occur …
Tue Jul 14, 2026
City Council
Council to consider annexation of two parcels
The Owens Cross Roads City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda includes a public hearing and consideration of two ordinances: Ordinance 26-006 to annex parcels Pin 85201 and 91079, and Ordinance 26-007 to rezone parcels Pin 85152 and 92740. Also up for adoption is Resolution 26-015, which provides a one-time lump sum for retirees under Act 2026-608. Public comments will be heard from three residents.
- Ordinance 26-006: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 and 91079
- Ordinance 26-007: Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 and 92740
- Resolution 26-015: Retirees One Time Lump Sum ACT 2026-608
- Presentation of Resolution by State Representative Ritchie Whorton
- Approval of minutes from June 23, 2026, and bank balances as of July 14, 2026
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✓ Decided: Council adopts annexation, rezoning, retiree bonus, billboard moratorium
The council unanimously approved two ordinances (26-006 and 26-007) to annex and rezone parcels, a resolution (26-015) providing a one-time lump sum to retirees under Act 2026-608, and a resolution (26-016) imposing a temporary moratorium on billboards. Public comments raised concerns about a proposed subdivision and issues in the Bristol Creek community, but no decisions were made on those topics. The meeting adjourned to executive session for trade and commerce discussion.
- Adopted Ordinance 26-006 annexing Parcel PINs 85201 & 91079 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-007 rezoning Parcel PINs 85152 & 92740 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-015 retiree one-time lump sum per Act 2026-608 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-016 temporary moratorium on billboards (unanimous)
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 P.M. TUES DAY, JULY 14 ,
202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Je nnifer Liddle , Council wo m an , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
R E G U L A R M E E T I N G O F T H E C I T Y C O U N C I L
1. CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig, Mayor
2. INVOCATION: Offered by Dr. Patrick Flannagan of Owens Cross Roads Church of Christ
3. P LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Police Department Representative
4. ROLL CALL: Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES :
a. City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting on June 23 , 2026
b. Bank Balances as of Ju ly 14 , 2026
Sponsor & Presenter : Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Presentation of Resolution by State Representative Ritchie Whorton
7. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION :
a. ORDINANCE 26-006: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079
b. ORDINANCE 26-007: Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740
8. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION :
a. RESOLUTION 26-015: Retirees One Time Lump Sum ACT 2026-608
9. PUBLIC COMMENTS
a. April Odom-McCray
b. Tammy Anthony
c. April Wise
10. A DJOURNME N T
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA JULY 14 , 2026
M EETIN …
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:00 P.M.
TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Christie Eason, City Clerk Tim Gaines, Residential Inspector
Jeff Graves, K9 Police Officer Lora Martin, Planning Clerk
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk
David Whitman, Deputy Fire Chief Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant
Aaron Sumner, Reserve Police Officer Several Fire Department Officers & Volunteers
1.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 6:00 P.M.
2.
INVOCATION: Pastor Harold Kelly Owens Cross Roads Church of Christ
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Police Lieutenant Scott Worsham
4.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: Christie Eason , City Clerk
a.
Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 - Present
b.
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place 1 – Present
c.
Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 – Present
d.
Tony Craig, Mayor - Present
e.
Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 – Present
f.
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place 5 – Present
5.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES:
a.
City Council Minutes of the Regular Session Meeting on June 23, 2026
b.
Bank Balances as of July 14, 2026 – Presented by …
Mon Jul 13, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to discuss new billboard proposals in Owens Cross Roads
The Owens Cross Roads Planning Commission will meet on July 13, 2026. After routine items, the commission will consider a new business item concerning billboards in the city. No other decisions are listed.
- Billboard proposals – discussion of potential signage projects in Owens Cross Roads
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P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163 Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Planning Commission Meeting
Monday, July 13, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
Call meeting to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Approve minutes from June 8 meeting
Old Business
New Business – Billboards in Owens Cross Roads
Adjourn
Mon Jun 29, 2026
Park Board
Park Board to discuss budget and potential projects
The Richard and Frances Burke Park Advisory Board will meet to review minutes from March 23rd. Members will discuss budget creation, sidewalk placement, and the potential use of grant money for a guardrail.
- Budget creation status
- Sidewalk placement discussion
- Potential grant money for a guardrail
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Tony Craig, Mayo r
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk - Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163 Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Richard and Frances Burke Park Advisory Board Meeting
Date: June 29 , 2026 Time: 6: 3 0 PM Location: Owens Cross Roads City Hall
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER : Katie Arvidson, Chairman
2. P LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FOR :
a. City Park Board Minutes for March 23 rd
4. Status Update from Individual Members
a. Chairman Katie Arvidson:
i. Budget Creation Status?
ii. Start a project? which one?
iii. Guardrail? Grant money perhaps?
iv. Sidewalk placement discussion
b. Others?
5. Questions from Members &/or Public
6. Next Steps
7. Next Meeting Scheduled for 07.27.2026 @ 6: 3 0 pm
Adjournment
Tue Jun 23, 2026
City Council
Owens Cross Roads council to approve minutes, hear public comments
The council will consider approval of minutes from the June 9 working session and regular meeting, and review bank balances as of June 18, 2026. No ordinances or resolutions are scheduled for adoption. Public comments will be heard.
- Approval of June 9 working session minutes
- Approval of June 9 regular meeting minutes
- Review of bank balances as of June 18, 2026
- Public comments period
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✓ Decided: City Council approved minutes and adjourned the meeting unanimously
The council approved the June 9 meeting minutes and the bank balances as presented, with a unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously. No other ordinances or actions were taken.
- Approved June 9 minutes and bank balances (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 P.M. TUES DAY, JUNE 23 ,
202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Je nnifer Liddle , Council wo m an , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
R E G U L A R M E E T I N G O F T H E C I T Y C O U N C I L
1. CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig, Mayor
2. INVOCATION: Offered by Pastor Doug Browner of Cove Baptist Church
3. P LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Fire Department Representative
4. ROLL CALL: Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES :
a. City Council Minutes of the Working Session on June 9 , 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting on June 9 , 2026
c. Bank Balances as of June 18 , 2026
Sponsor: Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer Presenter: Teresa Carpenter, Revenue
Clerk
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS: NONE
7. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION : NONE
8. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION : NONE
9. PUBLIC COMMENTS
10. A DJOURNME N T
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA JUNE 23 , 2026
M EETING DATES & OTHER INTEREST S
City Council Meetings: 5: 3 0 p.m. & 6:00
p.m.
July 14, 2026
July 28, 2026
August 11, 2026
August 28, 2026
September 8, 2026
September 22, 2026
October 13, 2026
October 26, 2026
Munic …
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER S 6 :00 P.M. T UE S DAY , JUNE 23 , 202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidso n, Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk
David Whitman, Deputy F ire Chief Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 6 :00 P.M.
2. INVOCATION: Deputy Fire Chief David Whitman
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Deputy Fire Chief David Whitman
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: Teresa Carpenter , Revenue Clerk
a. Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 - Present
b. Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place 1 – Present
c. Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 – ABSENT
d. Tony Craig, Mayor - Present
e. Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 – Absent
f. Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place 5 – Present
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES:
a. City Council Minutes of the Work Meeting on June 9 , 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Regular Session Meeting o n June 9 , 2026
c. Bank Balances as of June 18 , 2026 – Presented by Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk
MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES & BANK BALANCES BY COUNCIL MAN CLAUDE LANG
Dan Arvidson
YEA
Elizabeth Craig
SECOND
Scott
Baker
ABSENT …
Tue Jun 9, 2026
City Council
City Council to consider land annexation and rezoning
The City Council will discuss the annexation and rezoning of specific land parcels. The body is also considering several contract agreements and a donation to a local school organization.
- Ordinance 26-006: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079
- Ordinance 26-007: Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740
- Resolution 26-012: Contract Agreement with LW Secure
- Resolution 26-013: Annual Agreement with Huntsville Madison County Emergency
- Resolution 26-014: Donation to Owens Cross Roads School PTO
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✓ Decided: Council approves cybersecurity renewal and school PTO donation
The City Council approved a contract renewal for LW Secure cyber security management and an annual agreement with Huntsville Madison County Emergency. Additionally, the council approved an annual donation to the Owens Cross Roads School PTO. Two ordinances regarding annexation and rezoning were presented for review but not voted upon.
- Approved May 26 meeting minutes and bank balances (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 26-012: LW Secure cyber security contract renewal (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 26-013: Huntsville Madison County Emergency annual agreement (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 26-014: Donation to Owens Cross Roads School PTO (4-0)
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 P.M. TUES DAY, JUNE 0 9 ,
202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Je nnifer Liddle , Council wo m an , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
R E G U L A R M E E T I N G O F T H E C I T Y C O U N C I L
1. CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig, Mayor
2. INVOCATION: Offered by Dr. Celeve Izean
3. P LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Police Department Representative
4. ROLL CALL: Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES :
a. City Council Minutes of the Working Session on May 2 6 , 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting on May 26 , 2026
c. Bank Balances as of June 9 , 2026
Sponsor & Presenter : Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS: NONE
7. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION :
a. ORDINANCE 26-006: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079
Sponsored by Planning & Building Department
b. ORDINANCE 26-007: Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740
Sponsored by Planning & Building Department
8. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION : All Sponsored by Christie Eason, City Clerk
a. RESOLUTION 26-012: Contract Agreement with LW Secure
b. RESOLUTION 26-013: Annual Agreement with Huntsville Madison …
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER S 6 :00 P.M. T UE S DAY , JUNE 09, 202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidso n, Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Christie Eason, City Clerk – Treasurer Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk
Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk Lora Martin, Planning & Building Clerk
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant
Several community members Jason Denenny , Planning Commission Chairman
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 6 :00 P.M.
2. INVOCATION: Dr. Celeve Izean
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: Christie Eason, City Clerk - Treasurer
a. Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 - Present
b. Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place 1 – Present
c. Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 – Pres ent
d. Tony Craig, Mayor - Present
e. Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 – Absent
f. Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place 5 – Present
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES:
a. City Council Minutes of the Work Meeting on May 26 , 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Regular Session Meeting o n May 2 6 , 2026
c. Bank Balances as of June 09 , 2026 – Presented …
Tue Jun 9, 2026
City Council
Council to consider annexations, rezoning, and fire tax public hearing
The City Council will hold a working meeting to review agenda items including two ordinances for annexation and rezoning of specific parcels, and three resolutions for a contract with LW Secure, an annual agreement with Huntsville Madison County Emergency, and a donation to Owens Cross Roads School PTO. A public hearing is scheduled for July 20 to discuss a proposed ad valorem tax addition for fire protection services.
- Ordinance 26-006: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079
- Ordinance 26-007: Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740
- Resolution 26-012: Contract Agreement with LW Secure
- Resolution 26-014: Donation to Owens Cross Roads School PTO
- Public hearing on July 20 regarding proposed Ad Valorem Tax for Fire Protection Services
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✓ Decided: City Council reviews cybersecurity, emergency services, and school donations
The City Council held a work session to review several resolutions. No ordinances were voted on as the annexation ordinance requires a 21-day posting period first.
- Reviewed Resolution 26-012 regarding LW Secure cyber security management contract
- Reviewed Resolution 26-013 regarding Huntsville Madison County Emergency annual agreement
- Reviewed Resolution 26-014 regarding Owens Cross Roads School PTO donation
- Scheduled public hearing for Ad Valorem Tax addition on July 20 at 6PM
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C I T Y C O U N C I L C H A M B E R S 5 : 3 0 P . M . T U E S D A Y , J U N E 9 , 2 0 2 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place
1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place
5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
WORK ING MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig , Mayor
REVIEW OF AGENDA ITEMS: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS: NONE
2. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION:
a. ORDINANCE 26-006: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079
b. ORDINANCE 26-007: Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740
3. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION:
a. RESOLUTION 26-012 : Contract Agreement with LW Secure
b. RESOLUTION 26-013 : Annual Agreement with Huntsville Madison County
Emergency
c. RESOLUTION 26-014 : Donation to Owens Cross Roads School PTO
4. OTHER SUBJECTS : Public Hearing scheduled for July 20 at 6PM for citizens to share
concerns, ask questions about proposed Ad Valorem Tax addition for Fire Protection
Services
ADJOURNMENT
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER S 5 :3 0 P.M. TU E S DAY , JUNE 09 , 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidso n, Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR WORK SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL & STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
Mayor Tony Craig Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant Jennifer Liddle, Council wo man Place
5
Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place
1
Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk Lora Martin, Building & Planning Clerk
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk Community Members
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 5 :3 1 P.M.
2. Mayor Craig asked Christie Eason, City Clerk – Treasurer to review with City Council all items listed
on agenda
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS: NONE
4. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION: NONE
a. ORDINANCE 26-006: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079
Christie explained with Lora that this was for review but not voting because it must be
posted for 21 days.
b. ORDINANCE 26-007: Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740
This vote will only occur if Ord 26-006 is voted for and approved.
5. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION:
a. RESOLUTION 26- …
Mon Jun 8, 2026
Planning Commission
Annexation and rezoning of four Ed Spears Road parcels to Single Family Residential
The Planning Commission will discuss annexing two parcels in Madison County and zoning them as Single Family Residential (RS2) for a proposed subdivision. It will also consider rezoning two parcels already within Owens Cross Roads from Estate Residential to Single Family Residential (RS2). These actions involve parcels on Ed Spears Road.
- Annexation and RS2 zoning of Parcel #22-09-29-0-002-005-000 (PIN 85201) at 337 Ed Spears Road
- Annexation and RS2 zoning of Parcel #22-08-28-0-000-038-000 (PIN 91079) at 0 Ed Spears Road
- Rezoning to RS2 of Parcel #22-09-29-0-002-004-000 (PIN 85152) at 355 Ed Spears Road
- Rezoning to RS2 of Parcel #22-09-29-0-002-003-000 (PIN 92740) at 0 Ed Spears Road
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends annexation and rezoning of four Ed Spears Road parcels
The commission approved the May 11, 2026 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend annexing two parcels on Ed Spears Road and zoning them Single Family Residential (RS2). It also voted to recommend rezoning two existing city parcels from Estate Residential to RS2. All motions passed with the recorded vote counts.
- Approved May 11, 2026 minutes (7-0)
- Recommended annexation and RS2 zoning of 337 Ed Spears Road (PIN 85201) and 0 Ed Spears Road (PIN 91079) (6-1)
- Recommended rezoning of 355 Ed Spears Road (PIN 85152) and 0 Ed Spears Road (PIN 92740) from Estate Residential to RS2 (6-1)
- Adjourned meeting (7-0)
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P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163 Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Planning Commission Public Hearing / Meeting
Monday, June 8, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
Call hearing / meeting to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Approve minutes from May 11 meeting
Old Business
New Business
Annexation of two parcels currently located in Madison County and the zoning of those properties to Single
Family Residential (RS2) for a proposed subdivision:
• Parcel #22-09-29-0-002-005.000; PIN 85201; 337 Ed Spears Road
• Parcel #22-08-28-0-000-038.000; PIN 91079; 0 Ed Spears Road
In addition, the developer is requesting that two parcels already located within the Owens Cross Roads
city limits be rezoned from Estate Residential to Single Family Residential (RS2):
• Parcel #22-09-29-0-002-004.000; PIN 85152; 355 Ed Spears Road
• Parcel #22-09-29-0-002-003.000; PIN 92740; 0 Ed Spears Road
Discussion
Adjourn
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OWENS CROSS ROADS
PC MINUTES 6.8.26
OWENS CROSS ROADS
PUBLIC HEARING / PLANNING
COMMISSION MINUTES
Monday, June 8, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.
Owens Cross Roads Court Room | 9032 Highway 431 S.
MEMBERS PRESENT: CITY HALL STAFF PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Deb Buskirk
Elizabeth Craig
Tony Craig
Jason Denenny
Yvonne Meier
Kenny Mitchem
Antoinette Sisco Williamson
Members Absent:
Blake Burns
Tim Gaines
Lora Martin, Building & Planning Clerk
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4
Katie Arvidson
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Dan Nash, Concord Land Development
Donna Brasfield
Billy Brasfield
O’Neal Dunn
Robert Thompson
Tammy Thompson
Jason Denenny called meeting to order at 6:00 pm
Pledge led by J. Denenny
Approve Meeting Minutes for May 11, 2026
Motion to Approve by A. Williamson; 2
nd by D. Buskirk. All in favor.
Jason
Denenny
Yea
Deborah
Buskirk
Yea
Elizabeth
Craig
Yea
Tony
Craig
Yea
Tim
Gaines
Absent
A. Sisco-
Williamson
Yea
Yvonne
Meier
Yea
Blake
Burns
Absent
Kenny
Mitchem
Yea
Minutes approved.
Old Business: None
New Business:
Annexation of two parcels currently located in Madison County and the zoning of those properties to Single
Family Residential (RS2) for a proposed subdivision:
• Parcel #22-09-29-0-002-005.000; PIN 85201; 337 Ed Spears Road
• Parcel #22-08-28-0-000-038.000; PIN 91079; 0 Ed Spears Road
In addition, the developer is requesting that two parcels already …
Tue May 26, 2026
City Council
City Council to discuss Fire Department contractors
The City Council will hold a working meeting to review agenda items. The primary subject of discussion is Fire Department contractors.
- Discussion regarding Fire Department contractors
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✓ Decided: City Council held a work session regarding fire department staffing
The meeting was a work session and no formal ordinances or resolutions were adopted. Fire Chief Bruce Swanson discussed transitioning FD Contractors to employee status within the existing budget.
- Discussed moving FD Contractors to employee status
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C I T Y C O U N C I L C H A M B E R S 5 : 3 0 P . M . T U E S D A Y , M A Y 2 6 , 2 0 2 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place
1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place
5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
WORK ING MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig , Mayor
REVIEW OF AGENDA ITEMS: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS: NONE
2. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION: NONE
3. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION: NONE
4. OTHER SUBJECTS :
a. Fire Department Contractors – Christie Eason, City Clerk & Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
ADJOURNMENT
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER S 5 :3 0 P.M. TU E S DAY , MAY 26 , 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidso n, Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR WORK SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL & STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
Mayor Tony Craig Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place
5
Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk Aaron Sumner, Reserve Officer
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief Community Members
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 5 :3 0 P.M.
2. Mayor Craig asked Christie Eason, City Clerk – Treasurer to review with City Council all items listed
on agenda
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS: NONE
4. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION: NONE
5. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION: NONE
6. OTHER SUBJECTS
a. Chief Bruce Swanson – discussed FD Contractors moving to employee status ; no benefits
except what is already in place (Workers comp & RSA match). Expense fits within adopted
budget.
7. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION TO ADJOURN BY COUNCIL WO MAN JENNIFER LIDDLE
Dan Arvidson
YEA
Elizabeth Craig
ABSENT
Scott
Baker
YEA
Mayor Tony Craig
YEA
Clau …
Tue May 26, 2026
City Council
Council meeting to approve minutes and bank balances, no new actions
The Owens Cross Roads City Council will meet on May 26, 2026 to approve the minutes from the May 12 and May 12 meetings and to review bank balances as of that date. No ordinances, resolutions, or other business items are listed for consideration. The meeting will also include standard items such as call to order, invocation, and public comments.
- Approve City Council minutes from the Working Session on May 12, 2026
- Approve City Council minutes from the Regular Meeting on May 12, 2026
- Review and approve bank balances as of May 26, 2026
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✓ Decided: City Council approved previous meeting minutes and bank balances
The City Council approved the minutes from the May 12, 2026, work meeting and regular session. The council also approved the city bank balances as of May 26, 2026. No ordinances or resolutions were considered during this meeting.
- Approved May 12, 2026, work meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved May 12, 2026, regular session minutes (unanimous)
- Approved bank balances as of May 26, 2026 (unanimous)
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 P.M. TUES DAY, MAY 2 6 ,
202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Je nnifer Liddle , Council wo m an , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
R E G U L A R M E E T I N G O F T H E C I T Y C O U N C I L
1. CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig, Mayor
2. INVOCATION: Offered by Dr. Sonny Hatcher
3. P LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Fire Department Representative
4. ROLL CALL: Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES :
a. City Council Minutes of the Working Session on May 12 , 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting on May 1 2 , 2026
c. Bank Balances as of May 26 , 2026
Sponsor & Presenter : Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS: NONE
7. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION : NONE
8. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION : NONE
9. PUBLIC COMMENTS
10. A DJOURNME N T
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MAY 26 , 2026
M EETING DATES & OTHER INTEREST S
City Council Meetings: 5: 3 0 p.m. & 6:00
p.m.
June 9, 2026
June 23, 2026
July 14, 2026
July 28, 2026
August 11, 2026
August 28, 2026
September 8, 2026
September 22, 2026
October 13, 2026
October 26, 2026
Municipal Court
June 4, 2026 …
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER S 6 :00 P.M. T UE S DAY , MAY 2 6 , 202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidso n, Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Christie Eason, City Clerk – Treasurer Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief Aaron Sumner, Reserve Officer
Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant Sonny Hatcher, OCR PD Chaplain
Several community members
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 6 :00 P.M.
2. INVOCATION: Dr. Sonny Hatcher , OCR PD Chaplain
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: Christie Eason, City Clerk - Treasurer
a. Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 - Present
b. Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place 1 – Absent
c. Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 – Pres ent
d. Tony Craig, Mayor - Present
e. Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 – Present
f. Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place 5 – Present
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES:
a. City Council Minutes of the Work Meeting on May 12 , 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Regular Session Meeting o n May 12 , 2026
c. Bank Balances as of May 26 , 2026 – Presented by Christie Eason, City Clerk - Treasurer
MO …
Tue May 12, 2026
City Council
City Council to adopt fire regulations and time-attendance software agreement
The Owens Cross Roads City Council will approve minutes from the April 14, 2026 meetings and consider adopting new fire protection regulations. The council also plans to authorize an agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, INC. for time and attendance services.
- Approval of April 14, 2026 City Council minutes
- Adoption of Fire Protection and Prevention Regulations
- Agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, INC. for time and attendance services
- Approval of Municipal Waste Pollution Prevention Annual Report
- Emergency Medical Service Week proclamation
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✓ Decided: City Council adopts new fire protection and prevention ordinance
The council unanimously adopted Ordinance 26-004, establishing fire bureau regulations and burn permit requirements. It also approved two resolutions: one to contract UKG web‑based time and attendance services with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc., and another authorizing the municipal water pollution prevention program annual report. All actions were passed with unanimous votes.
- Adopted Ordinance 26-004 Fire Protection and Prevention Regulations (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-009 to contract UKG time & attendance services (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-011 authorizing water pollution prevention program annual report (unanimous)
- Approved minutes and bank balances from April meetings (unanimous)
- Adopted proclamation of Emergency Medical Services Week (May 17‑23) (unanimous)
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 P.M. TUES DAY, MAY 12 ,
202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Je nnifer Liddle , Council wo m an , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
R E G U L A R M E E T I N G O F T H E C I T Y C O U N C I L
1. CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig, Mayor
2. INVOCATION: Offered by Reverend Daniela Peele
3. P LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Fire Department Representative
4. ROLL CALL: Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES :
a. City Council Minutes of the Working Session on April 14 , 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting on April 1 4, 2026
c. Bank Balances as of May 12 , 2026
Sponsor & Presenter : Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Proclamation of Emergency Medical Service Week: May 17 th – 23 rd
b. Jarvinen & Balch City Attorneys – Pathway Update
7. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION :
a. ORDINANCE 26- 002 Adopting Fire Protection and Prevention Regulations,
Including Open Burning Requirements
Sponsor & Presenter: Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
8. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION :
a. RESOLUTION 26-009: Authorizing the City of Owens Cross Roads to Enter into an
Agreeme …
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER S 6 :00 P.M. T UE S DAY , MAY 12 , 202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidso n, Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief Christie Eason, City Clerk – Treasurer
Lora Martin, Planning Clerk Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Sonny Hatcher, OCR PD Chaplain Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk
Matt Balch, City Attorney Tim Gaines, Residential Inspector
David Whitman, Deputy Fire Chief Several community members
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 6 :00 P.M.
2. INVOCATION: Dr. Sonny Hatcher , OCR PD Chaplain
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: Christie Eason, City Clerk - Treasurer
a. Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 - Present
b. Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place 1 – Present
c. Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 – Pres ent
d. Tony Craig, Mayor - Present
e. Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 – Present
f. Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place 5 - Present
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES:
a. City Council Minutes of the Work Meeting on April 14 , 2026
b. City C …
Tue May 12, 2026
City Council
Council to consider adopting fire protection and open burning regulations
The Owens Cross Roads City Council will hold a working meeting to discuss and potentially adopt Ordinance 26-002, which establishes fire protection and prevention regulations including open burning requirements. The council will also vote on resolutions authorizing a time and attendance services agreement with Andrews Technology and approving the annual Municipal Waste Pollution Prevention Report. A proclamation recognizing Emergency Medical Service Week (May 17–23) will be presented.
- Ordinance 26-002 adopting fire protection and prevention regulations, including open burning requirements
- Resolution 26-009 authorizing an agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, INC. for UKG Web Based Time & Attendance Services
- Resolution 26-011 approving the Municipal Waste Pollution Prevention Annual Report
- Proclamation of Emergency Medical Service Week (May 17–23)
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✓ Decided: Council considered a fire‑protection ordinance and two service resolutions
The council reviewed Ordinance 26‑002 on fire protection and prevention regulations. It also reviewed Resolution 26‑009 to authorize an agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc. for web‑based time and attendance services, and Resolution 26‑011 to authorize the Municipal Water Pollution Prevention Program annual report. No vote outcomes were recorded for these items. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that passed 4‑0‑1.
- Ordinance 26‑002 Fire Protection and Prevention Regulations considered (no vote recorded)
- Resolution 26‑009 authorizing agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc. considered (no vote recorded)
- Resolution 26‑011 authorizing Municipal Water Pollution Prevention Program annual report considered (no vote recorded)
- Motion to adjourn adopted (4 YEA, 1 abstention)
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C I T Y C O U N C I L C H A M B E R S 5 : 3 0 P . M . T U E S D A Y , M A Y 1 2 , 2 0 2 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place
1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place
5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -
Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
WORK ING MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig , Mayor
REVIEW OF AGENDA ITEMS: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Proclamation of Emergency Medical Service Week: May 17 th – 23 rd
2. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION:
a. ORDINANCE 26- 002 Adopting Fire Protection and Prevention Regulations,
Including Open Burning Requirements
Sponsor & Presenter: Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
3. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION:
SPONSOR & PRESENTER FOR ALL: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
a. RESOLUTION 26-009: Authorizing the City of Owens Cross Roads to Enter into an
Agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, INC. – UKG Web Based Time & Attendance
Services
Sponsor & Presenter: Christie Eason, City Clerk
b. RESOLUTION 26-011: Approving the Municipal Waste Pollution Prevention Annual Report
Sponsor & Presenter: Christie Eason, City Clerk
4. OTHER SUBJECTS
ADJOURNMENT
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER S 5 :3 0 P.M. TU E S DAY , MAY 12 , 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidso n, Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR WORK SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL & STAFF IN ATTENDANCE
Mayor Tony Craig Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place
1
Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place
5
Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer Teresa Carpenter Revenue Clerk Lora Martin, Planning/Building Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Matt Balch, City Attorney
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 5 :3 0 P.M.
2. Mayor Craig asked Christie Eason, City Clerk – Treasurer to review with City Council all items listed
on agenda
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Proclamation of Emergency Medical Services Week May 17 - 23
4. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION:
a. Ordinance 26- 00 2 Fire Protection and Prevention Regulations, Including Burn Permit
Requirements and Establishing the Fire Bureau
i. Christie explained in lieu of Chief Swanson ’s absence .
5. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION:
SPONSOR & PRESENTER FOR …
Mon May 11, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to address routine procedural items
This meeting consists solely of procedural items: calling the meeting to order, pledging allegiance, approving prior minutes, and handling old and new business. No specific actions, rezonings, or contracts are listed on the agenda.
- Approve minutes from April 13 meeting
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P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163 Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Planning Commission Meeting
Monday, May 11, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
Call meeting to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Approve minutes from April 13 meeting
Old Business
New Business
Adjourn
Tue Apr 14, 2026
City Council
City Council to adopt new residential and commercial building permit fee ordinances
The Owens Cross Roads City Council will consider two ordinances that replace existing fee schedules for residential (Ordinance 26-004) and commercial (Ordinance 26-005) building permits. The council will also vote on two resolutions authorizing a new time‑and‑attendance service contract with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc. and renewing municipal court software support with Municipal Software Group. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a possible real‑estate transaction, and routine items such as minutes approval and proclamations will be addressed.
- Ordinance 26-004 – Residential Building Permit Fees (replaces Ordinance 22-006A)
- Ordinance 26-005 – Commercial Building Permit Fees (replaces Ordinance 22-007A)
- Resolution 26-009 – Authorize agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc. for web‑based time & attendance services
- Resolution 26-010 – Renew agreement with Municipal Software Group for municipal court software support
- Executive session to discuss possible real‑estate transaction
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✓ Decided: City Council adopted new residential and commercial building permit fee ordinances
The council unanimously adopted Ordinance 26-004, replacing the residential building permit fee ordinance, and Ordinance 26-005, replacing the commercial building permit fee ordinance. It also approved Resolution 26-010 to renew the municipal court software support agreement. Resolution 26-009 to enter into an agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc. was tabled. Minutes and bank balances from the March 24 meeting were approved unanimously.
- Adopted Ordinance 26-004 residential building permit fees (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 26-005 commercial building permit fees (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-010 renewal of municipal court software support (unanimous)
- Tabled Resolution 26-009 agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc. (no vote)
- Approved previous meeting minutes and bank balances (unanimous)
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 P.M. TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
1. CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig, Mayor
2. INVOCATION: Offered by Sonny Hatcher, OCR PD Chaplain
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Police Department Representative
4. ROLL CALL: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES:
a. City Council Minutes of the Working Session on March 24, 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting on March 24, 2026
c. Bank Balances as of April14, 2026
Sponsor & Presenter: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Proclamation of National Donate Life Month – April 2026
i. Guest Jimmy Young
b. Proclamation of 57th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week – May 3rd – 9th
c. Proclamation of National Police Week – May 11th – 16th
7. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION:
a. Ordinance 26- 004 Residential Building Permit Fees Replaces Ordinance 22-006A
Sponsor: Lora Martin, Building and Planning Clerk
Presenter: Christie Eason, City …
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER S 6 :00 P.M. T UE S DAY , APRIL 14 , 202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidso n, Councilm an , Place 4
J ennifer Liddle , Council woman , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief Christie Eason, City Clerk – Treasurer
Lora Martin, Planning Clerk Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Sonny Hatcher, OCR PD Chaplain Jimmy Young, Guest
1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 6 :00 P.M.
2. INVOCATION: Dr. Sonny Hatcher , OCR PD Chaplain
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: Christie Eason, City Clerk - Treasurer
a. Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 - Present
b. Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place 1 – Present
c. Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 – Absent
d. Tony Craig, Mayor - Present
e. Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 – Present
f. Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place 5 - Present
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES:
a. City Council Minutes of the Work Meeting on March 24, 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Regular Session Meeting o n March 24 , 2026
c. Bank Balances as of April 14 , 2026 – Presented by Christie Easo …
Tue Apr 14, 2026
City Council
City Council to adopt new residential and commercial building permit fee ordinances
The Owens Cross Roads City Council will consider two ordinances that update residential and commercial building permit fees, replacing previous ordinances. It will also consider two resolutions that authorize a new agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc. for UKG web‑based time and attendance services and renew the existing agreement with Municipal Software Group for municipal court software support. The meeting includes proclamations for National Donate Life Month, Professional Municipal Clerks Week, and National Police Week.
- Ordinance 26-004: Residential Building Permit Fees (replaces Ordinance 22-006A)
- Ordinance 26-005: Commercial Building Permit Fees (replaces Ordinance 22-007A)
- Resolution 26-009: Authorize agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc. for UKG web‑based time & attendance services
- Resolution 26-010: Authorize renewal of agreement with Municipal Software Group for municipal court software support
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5:30 P.M. TUESDAY , APRIL 14 , 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
WORKING MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig, Mayor
REVIEW OF AGENDA ITEMS: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Proclamation of National Donate Life Month – April 2026
i. Guest Jimmy Young
b. Proclamation of 57th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week – May 3rd – 9th
c. Proclamation of National Police Week – May 11th – 16th
2. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION:
a. Ordinance 26- 004 Residential Building Permit Fees Replaces Ordinance 22-006A
Sponsor: Lora Martin, Building and Planning Clerk
Presenter: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
b. Ordinance 26- 005 Commercial Building Permit Fees Replaces Ordinance 22-007A
Sponsor: Lora Martin, Building and Planning Clerk
Presenter: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
3. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION:
SPONSOR & PRESENTER FOR ALL: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
a. RESOLUTION NO. 26-009: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF OWENS
CROSS ROADS TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH ANDREWS …
Mon Apr 13, 2026
Planning Commission
Commission will approve minutes from the March 9 meeting
The Planning Commission will conduct routine business, including approving the minutes from its March 9 meeting. No specific projects, rezoning proposals, contracts, or ordinances are listed. The meeting consists of standard procedural items.
- Approve minutes from March 9 meeting
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P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163 Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilmember, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilmember, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilmember, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilmember, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilmember, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Planning Commission Meeting
Monday, April 13, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
Call meeting to order
Pledge of Allegiance
Approve minutes from March 9 meeting
Old Business
New Business
Adjourn
Tue Mar 24, 2026
City Council
City Council to consider municipal pay scale expansion and tax auditing services
The City Council will discuss a resolution to expand the municipal compensation structure from a 10-step to a 25-step pay scale. The body is also considering professional services agreements for tax auditing and a regional publication.
- Resolution 26-007: Amend municipal compensation structure from 10 step to 25 step pay scale
- Resolution 26-008: Professional services agreement with Rivertree Systems, Inc. for tax auditing and compliance
- Resolution 26-003: Agreement with Beers & Associates for "Huntsville & Madison County: Quality of Place and Space" publication
- Resolution 26-005: Election of voting delegates for Alabama League of Municipalities FY 2026
- Resolution 26-006: Election of voting delegates for Alabama Municipal Insurance Corporation FY 2026
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✓ Decided: Council weighs killing paid magazine ad, discusses pay scale expansion
The work session covered several resolutions but no formal votes were recorded. Mayor Craig suggested killing Resolution 26-003 for a paid magazine publication due to cost, with council members noting budget limits and free alternatives. Other resolutions were discussed, including electing voting delegates and expanding the municipal pay scale from 10 to 25 steps, but no decisions were made.
- Resolution 26-003 (paid magazine agreement) discussed, no action taken
- Resolution 26-005 (ALM voting delegates) discussed, no action taken
- Resolution 26-006 (AMIC voting delegates) discussed, no action taken
- Resolution 26-007 (pay scale expansion to 25 steps) discussed, no action taken
- Resolution 26-008 (Rivertree tax audit agreement) discussed, no action taken
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5:30 P.M. TUESDAY , MARCH 24 , 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
WORKING MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig, Mayor
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS –
a. Presentation: Jason Dobbins, Police Chief, special presentation to LT. Scott Worsham
b. Presentation: Jay Thomas of Rivertree Systems, Inc.
2. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION: NONE
3. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION
SPONSOR & PRESENTER FOR ALL: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
a. RESOLUTION NO. 26-003: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF OWENS CROSS
ROADS TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH BEERS & ASSOCIATES FOR PARTICIPATION
IN THE "HUNTSVILLE & MADISON COUNTY: QUALITY OF PLACE AND SPACE" PUBLICATION
b. RESOLUTION NO. 26-005: A RESOLUTION ELECTING VOTING DELEGATES FOR ANNUAL
BUSINESS MEETING OF THE ALABAMA LEAGUE OF MUNICIPALITIES FY 2026
c. RESOLUTION NO. 26-006: A RESOLUTION ELECTING VOTING DELEGATES FOR ANNUAL
BUSINESS MEETING OF THE ALABAMA MUNICIPAL INSURANCE CORPORATION FY 2026
d. RESOLUTION NO. 26-007: A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE MUNICIPAL COMPENSATION
STRUCTURE TO EXPAND FROM …
📄 From the minutes
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5:30 P.M.
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR WORK SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Brandy Wilson, Court Clerk
Vemar Wilson, Police Office
Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant
1.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Tony Craig @ 5:30 P.M.
2.
Mayor Craig asked Christie Eason, City Clerk – Treasurer to review with City Council all items listed
on agenda
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS –
a. James Thomas of Rivertree
4. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION - NONE
5. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION –
a. RESOLUTION NO. 26-003: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF OWENS
CROSS ROADS TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH BEERS & ASSOCIATES
FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE "HUNTSVILLE & MADISON COUNTY: QUALITY OF
PLACE AND SPACE" PUBLICATION
Mayor Craig suggests to kill the resolution and not enter i …
Tue Mar 24, 2026
City Council
City Council to consider expanding municipal pay scale
The City Council will discuss several resolutions, including a proposal to expand the municipal compensation structure from a 10-step to a 25-step pay scale. The body will also consider professional service agreements for tax auditing and a regional publication.
- Resolution 26-007: Amend municipal compensation structure from 10 step to 25 step pay scale
- Resolution 26-008: Professional services agreement with Rivertree Systems, Inc. for tax auditing and compliance
- Resolution 26-003: Agreement with Beers & Associates for "Huntsville & Madison County: Quality of Place and Space" publication
- Resolution 26-005: Electing voting delegates for Alabama League of Municipalities FY 2026
- Resolution 26-006: Electing voting delegates for Alabama Municipal Insurance Corporation FY 2026
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✓ Decided: Council expands pay scale to 25 steps, approves tax audit deal
The council unanimously approved a resolution to expand the municipal compensation structure from a 10-step to a 25-step pay scale and adjust step percentages for budgeting. It also approved resolutions to enter into a professional services agreement with Rivertree Systems for tax auditing and compliance, and to elect voting delegates for the Alabama League of Municipalities and the Alabama Municipal Insurance Corporation. A resolution to participate in a Huntsville & Madison County publication died for lack of a motion.
- Approved Resolution 26-007 to expand pay scale from 10 to 25 steps (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-008 for tax auditing services with Rivertree Systems (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-005 electing voting delegates for ALM annual meeting (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 26-006 electing voting delegates for AMIC annual meeting (unanimous)
- Resolution 26-003 for publication participation died (no motion)
- Approved minutes and bank balances (unanimous)
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 P.M. TUES DAY, MARCH 24 ,
202 6
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Council woman , Place 1
Claude Lang , Councilm an , Place 2
Scott Baker , Councilm an , Place 3
Dan Arvidson , Councilm an , Place 4
Je nnifer Liddle , Council wo m an , Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
R E G U L A R M E E T I N G O F T H E C I T Y C O U N C I L
1. CALL TO ORDER: Tony Craig, Mayor
2. INVOCATION: Offered by Pa s tor Doug Browner, Cove Baptist
3. P LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Fire Department Representative
4. ROLL CALL: Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES :
a. City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting on March 10 , 2026
b. City Council Minutes of the Working Session on March 17, 2026
c. Bank Balances as of March 24 , 2026
Sponsor & Presenter : Christie Eason, City Clerk -Treasurer
6. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS:
a. Presentation : Police Chief Jason to LT. Scott Worsham
7. ORDINANCES FOR CONSIDERATION AND/OR ADOPTION : NONE
8. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION :
SPONSOR & PRESENTER FOR ALL: Christie Eason, City Clerk-Treasurer
a. RESOLUTION NO. 26-003: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF OWENS
CROSS ROADS TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH BEERS & ASSOCIATES
FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE "HUNTSVILLE & MADISON COUNTY: QUALITY OF
PLACE AND SPACE" PUB …
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:00 P.M.
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY STAFF PRESENT:
Teresa Carpenter, Revenue Clerk Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief Brandy Wilson, Court
Clerk
Christie Eason, City Clerk – Treasurer Vemar Wilson, Police
Officer Lora Martin,
Planning Clerk Scott Worsham, Police Lieutenant
1.
CALL TO
ORDER:
Mayor Tony Craig @ 5:59 P.M.
2.
INVOCATION: Jason Dobbins, Chief of Police
3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
4.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: Christie Eason, City Clerk - Treasurer
a.
Dan Arvidson, Councilman Place 4 - Present
b.
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman Place 1 –
Present
c.
Scott Baker, Councilman Place 3 – Present
d.
Tony Craig, Mayor
e.
Claude Lang, Councilman Place 2 – Present
f.
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman Place 5 - Present
5.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) & BANK BALANCES:
a.
City Council Minutes of the Regular Session Meeting on March 10, 2026
b.
City Council Minutes of the Work Meeting on March 17, 2026
c.
Bank Balances as of March 23, 2026 – Presented by Christie Eason, City Clerk - Treasurer …
Mon Mar 23, 2026
Park Board
Park Board will approve minutes from the October 7 and March 2 meetings
The Owens Cross Roads Park Board meeting will consider approving the minutes from its October 7 and March 2 sessions. Members will provide status updates on a concrete bid, the park budget, and a bridge project. The board will also take public questions and set the next meeting for April 27, 2026.
- Approve City Park Board minutes for October 7
- Approve City Park Board minutes for March 2
- Chairperson status update on concrete bid
- Chairperson status update on budget creation
- Chairperson status update on bridge
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P.O. Box 158 / 9032 Highway 431 S. Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
Tel: (256) 725-4163 Website: www.owenscrossroadsal.gov
Tony Craig, Mayor
Elizabeth Craig, Councilwoman, Place 1
Claude Lang, Councilman, Place 2
Scott Baker, Councilman, Place 3
Dan Arvidson, Councilman, Place 4
Jennifer Liddle, Councilwoman, Place 5
Christie Eason, City Clerk - Treasurer
Jason Dobbins, Police Chief
Bruce Swanson, Fire Chief
Matt Balch, City Attorney
Tom Jarvinen, City Attorney
Jake Roth, City Engineer
Richard and Frances Burke Park Advisory Board Meeting
Date: March 23, 2026 Time: 6:30 PM Location: Owens Cross Roads City Hall
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER: Katie Arvidson, Chairman
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FOR:
a. City Park Board Minutes for October 7th
b. City Park Board Minutes for March 2nd
4. Status Update from Individual Members
a. Chairman Katie Arvidson:
i. Concrete Bid Update
ii. Budget Creation Status?
iii. Bridge?
b. Others?
5. Questions from Members &/or Public
6. Next Steps
7. Next Meeting Scheduled for 04.27.2026 @ 6:30 pm
Adjournment
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Traffic fatalities1 (2023)
Business establishments9,295 (191,024 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,248/mo (13 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.2% (low numeracy 28% · 2017)
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