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PelhamAL averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$278,900 Typical home value $328,477 +2.1% yr/yr · +19.5% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (2)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Michelle Power — Councilmember
- Michael Harris — Councilmember
Municipal budget
Total revenue$78.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$77.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$51.4M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$62.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,144 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00
Commercial Development Authority
Pelham City Hall, Pelham
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00
Commercial Development Authority
Pelham City Hall, Pelham
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00
Commercial Development Authority
Pelham City Hall, Pelham
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:00
Commercial Development Authority
Pelham City Hall, Pelham
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:00
Commercial Development Authority
Pelham City Hall, Pelham
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00
General
Pelham council to vote on 138-lot Silver Ridge final plat
The Pelham City Council is meeting to approve minutes, consider a final plat for the 138-lot Silver Ridge subdivision, and decide on bond releases and street acceptances for several subdivisions. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other major policy items.
- Final plat approval for Silver Ridge, PH 1A and 2A, 138 lots (PID: 14 2 10 0 000 001.002)
- Bond release and street acceptance for Glen Iris at Kilkerran (Kilkerran Ln, Glen Iris Cr, Glen Iris Ln)
- Bond release and street acceptance for Braemar at Ballantrae (Ballantrae Rd)
- Bond release and street acceptance for Kilkerran at Ballantrae (Kilkerran Ln, Kilkerran Way, Kilberry Way, Kilberry Cr)
- Bond release and street acceptance for Kirkwall at Ballantrae (Ballantrae Rd, Kirkwall Ln, Kirkwall Cr, Kirkwall Cv)
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3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
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Pelham City Hall
August 25, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Ch. Kim Speorl
Councilman Markus Hal Snowden
Ron Griggs
Vice Ch. Russell Biciste
TJ Dunaway
Paul Howell
Mayor Rick Wash
Tim German
Tim Reddock
I.
Call to Order
II.
Invocation
III.
Roll Call
IV.
Approval of minutes of the June 23, 2026 meeting
V.
Hearing Items
1. PLAT0826 – 00046 | Silver Ridge, PH 1A and 2A
Request final plat approval for 138 lots
Engineering Design Group
PID: 14 2 10 0 000 001.002
VI.
Street Acceptance/Bond Release
1. Glen Iris at Kilkerran, Ph I, II, III, Ph III, Sec 2
Request release of bond and acceptance of streets
Kilkerran Ln; Glen Iris Cr; Glen Iris Ln
2. Braemar at Ballantrae
Request release of bond and acceptance of streets
Ballantrae Rd
3. Kilkerran at Ballantrae, Ph I, II, III
Request release of bond and acceptance of streets
Kilkerran Ln; Kilkerran Way; Kilberry Way; Kilberry Cr
4. Kirkwall at Ballantrae, Ph I, II, III, IV
Request release of bond and acceptance of streets
Ballantrae Rd; Kirkwall Ln; Kirkwall Cr.; Kirkwall Cv
VII.
Other Business
1) Announce next meeting for September 22, 2026
VIII.
Adjourn
A PRE-MEETING WILL NOT BE HELD
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 08:00
General
3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:00
General
Parks board to review All Star Baseball process and football investment
The Pelham Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve June minutes, discuss old and new business, and hear reports from the director and president. Key items include the All Star Baseball process, a football investment update, and an Art in the Park update. The meeting also includes a public forum.
- All Star Baseball Process discussion
- Football Investment Update
- Art in the Park Update
- Pelham Parks and Recreation Foundation update
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2020 Pelham Park Boulevard, Pelham
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Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
Wednesday, August 19, 5pm
Pelham Recreation Center
(Visitors Must Check-in at the Front Desk)
A. Call to Order/Roll Call
B. Approval of June minutes
C. Old Business
D. New Business
-All Star Baseball Process
-Football Investment Update
E. Old Business
-Art in the Park Update
F. Director’s Report
G. President’s Report
-Pelham Parks and Recreation Foundation update
H. Open discussion/Public Forum
I, Adjourn meeting
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 10:15
City Council
3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 16:00
Commercial Development Authority
CDA to review finances, property statuses, and economic development
The Pelham Commercial Development Authority is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes and a finance report, and receiving updates on properties it owns and on economic development. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or contracts listed.
- Approval of July 21, 2026 meeting minutes
- Finance report presentation and approval
- Status update on 1908 & 1910 Montgomery Highway
- Status update on Wellborn Property (2786 Montgomery Highway)
- Status update on Fran's Property (3103 Pelham Parkway)
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Pelham City Hall, Pelham
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Commercial Development Authority
Agenda
Pelham City Hall - Council Work Room
August 18, 2026 – 4:00 PM
A.
Call to Order
B.
Record of Attendance
C.
Agenda Approval, Additions or Deletions
D.
Review and Approval of Minutes
1.
Approval of minutes of the July 21, 2026 meeting of the Commercial Development
Authority
E.
Finance
1.
Presentation and approval of the Finance Report
F.
Marketing & Status of Properties Owned by CDA
1.
1908 & 1910 Montgomery Highway
2.
Wellborn Property (2786 Montgomery Highway)
3.
Fran's Property (3103 Pelham Parkway)
G.
Economic Development Update
H.
Executive Session
I.
Adjournment
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 16:45
City Council
Council to consider hemp license, fleet report, surplus disposal
The Pelham City Council is holding a work session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a hemp retail license, a fleet report, and consent agenda items for the September 8 meeting. The agenda includes surplus property disposal, a job reclassification, a new job description, a sewer project bid, a radio system agreement, and a Spring Fair contract. No public hearings are scheduled.
- ABC License for Litecoast LLC (Gallery Smoke Shop) at 2706C Pelham Parkway
- Surplus property disposal of vehicles, equipment, supplies
- Reclassify full-time position at Ballantrae Golf Club
- Accept Suncoast Infrastructure bid for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Phase IV-B
- Agreement with Kissel Entertainment for 2027 Spring Fair midway services
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3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
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Pelham City Hall – Council Conference Room
August 17, 2026 – 4:45 p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
regular w ork session of the
Pelham City Council was given in
advance of such
a public
meeting and the notice remained posted through
out the scheduled meeting.
A. Call to Order
B. Record of Attendance
C. Approval of the
following Minutes:
1.
August 3 , 2026 Regular Work Session Minutes
2. August 4, 2026 Special Work Session Minutes
3. August 8, 2026 Special Work Session Minutes
4. August 11, 2026 Special Work Session Minutes
5. August 12, 2026 Special Work Session Minutes
D. Executive Session
E. Request (s) to Address the City Council
– None
F. Old Business
(Work Session)
1.
For consideration to approve or deny an ABC License Application 700
– Specialty Retailer of
Consumable Hemp Products for applicant Litecoast LLC, operating under the trade name
Gallery Smoke Shop, located at 2706C Pelham Parkway, Pelham, Alabama 35124
G. New Business (Work Session
)
1.
City of Pelham Fleet Report
– TJ Cottingham, Enterprise Fleet Management
H. Review City Council Consent Agenda
Item (s) Recommended for
September 8
, 2026
1.
For consideration to
declare certain items (vehicles, equipment, supplies) as surplus personal
property and to authorize disposal of the same
2
2. For consideration to
reclassify …
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to vote on water main replacement, lighting, and hemp license
The Pelham City Council is meeting to vote on several routine items, including accepting a bid for a water main replacement project, authorizing a lighting agreement, and approving a hemp product retailer license. The agenda also includes agreements for school resource officer funding and sports park testing services. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Resolution 2026-08-17-01: Accept bid from Cox Contracting Company, Inc. for Valleydale Terrace Water Main Replacement Project
- Resolution 2026-08-17-02: Authorize lighting services agreement with Alabama Power Company for Weatherly neighborhood
- Resolution 2026-08-17-03: Authorize agreement with TTL, Inc. for construction materials testing for Pelham Sports Park Renovations Phase II
- Resolution 2026-08-17-04: Authorize agreement with Shelby County Commission for FY2026 School Resource Officer Program funding
- Resolution 2026-08-17-06: Approve or deny ABC License for SKAL USA, Inc. (Toast Trends) at 3350 Pelham Parkway, Suite B
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Pelham City Hall – Council Chambers
August 17, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL,
AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED , REMOVE D OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
regular scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the
notice remained posted throughout
the scheduled meeting.
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Record of Attendance
E. Consent Agenda
A consent agenda is presented by the
presiding officer
at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routin
e and /or non - controversial and are
organized apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent
and vote by the
C ity C ouncil without debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of
any one member. Removed items may be taken up either immediately after the consent age
nda is
approved or placed
later on the agenda at the discretion of the
presiding officer and City Council.
1.
Approval of the
August 17, 2026 City Council
Agend a
2. Ap proval of the August 3 , 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes
3. Resolution 2026
- 08 - 17- 01 for consideration to
accept the lowest responsive and responsible
bid from Cox Contracting Company, Inc. for the Valleydale Terrace Water Main Replacement
Project. This project was budgeted for FY2026.
4. Resolution 2026
- 08 - 17- 02 for consid …
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Pelham City Council reviews FY2027 budgets for IT, Court, Police
The Pelham City Council is holding a special called work session to review proposed FY2027 department budgets for Information Technology, the Court, and the Police Department. This is a work session open to the public but not a public hearing; no votes are listed on the agenda.
- FY2027 budget review: Information Technology
- FY2027 budget review: Court
- FY2027 budget review: Police Department
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✓ Decided: Council backs removing trash subsidy, raising monthly rate in 2027
The Pelham City Council held a special work session to review FY2027 departmental budgets (IT, Court, Police, and the Trash Fund). Council members reached consensus to remove the City's subsidy from the Trash Fund and increase the monthly rate effective January 1, 2027. The council also unanimously voted to enter an executive session to discuss security plans, which lasted from 5:22 p.m. to 6:24 p.m. No formal votes were taken on the budget items, as this was a work session.
- Consensus to remove City subsidy from Trash Fund and increase monthly rate effective Jan 1, 2027
- Unanimous vote to enter executive session for security discussion (5-0)
- Unanimous voice vote to adjourn executive session
- Unanimous voice vote to adjourn work session
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SPECIAL CALLED WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall
– Council Chambers
August 12, 2026 – 4 :00 p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
special called
work session of the
Pelham City Council was given in
advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted through
out the scheduled meeting.
A. Call to Order
B. Record of Attendance
C. New Business
1.
FY2027 Department Budget Review
▪
Information Technology
▪
Court
▪
Police Department
D. Adjournment
T HE COUNCIL
WORK SESSION IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
BUT IS NOT A PUBLIC
HEARING
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CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION MINUTES
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall - Council Chambers
August 12, 2026 — 4:00 p.m.
Proper notice of the special called work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Members of the Pelham City Council met on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The special work session was
held in the Council Chambers at Pelham City Hall and was open to the public.
Call to Order
The special called work session was called to order by Council President Leverett at 4:01 p.m.
Record of Attendance
The following elected officials were present:
President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
The city clerk/treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante was present.
Media Present: None
Others Present: City department heads, city employees, and members of the public.
New Business
1. FY2027 Department Budget Review
City Manager Gretchen DiFante, Assistant City Manager Justin Smith, and Finance Director Jamie Wagner
reviewed the following departmental budgets with the mayor and city councilmembers:
e Information Technology - Presented by Director Chuck Crocker and Systems Administrator
ljaron Sumbry
e Court - Presented by Court Clerk/Chief Magistrate Jennife …
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Pelham City Council to review FY2027 budgets for four departments
The Pelham City Council is holding a special called work session to review the proposed FY2027 budgets for the Communications, Human Resources, Economic Development, and Fire Department. This is a work session, not a public hearing, though it is open to the public. No final decisions are listed on the agenda.
- FY2027 budget review for Communications
- FY2027 budget review for Human Resources
- FY2027 budget review for Economic Development
- FY2027 budget review for Fire Department
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✓ Decided: Pelham City Council reviews FY2027 department budgets in work session
The Pelham City Council held a special work session to review FY2027 department budgets for Communications, Human Resources, Fire, and Economic Development. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was informational only. The meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
- Reviewed FY2027 Communications budget (presented by Acting Communications Manager Gina Womack)
- Reviewed FY2027 Human Resources budget (presented by Director Tracy Hill)
- Reviewed FY2027 Fire Department budget (presented by Fire Chief Mike Reid and staff)
- Reviewed FY2027 Economic Development budget (presented by City Manager Gretchen DiFante and Assistant City Manager Justin Smith)
- Adjourned work session at 9:10 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)
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SPECIAL CALLED WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall
– Council Chambers
August 11, 2026 – 5:00 p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
special called
work session of the
Pelham City Council was given in
advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted through
out the scheduled meeting.
A. Call to Order
B. Record of Attendance
C. New Business
1.
FY2027 Department Budget Review
▪
Communications
▪
Human Resources
▪
Economic Development
▪
Fire Department
D. Adjournment
T HE COUNCIL
WORK SESSION IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
BUT IS NOT A PUBLIC
HEARING
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CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION MINUTES
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall - Council Chambers
August 11, 2026 — 5:00 p.m.
Proper notice of the special called work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Members of the Pelham City Council met on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The special work session was held
in the Council Chambers at Pelham City Hall and was open to the public.
Call to Order
The special called work session was called to order by Council President Leverett at 5:00 p.m.
Record of Attendance
The following elected officials were present:
President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
The city clerk/treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante was present.
Media Present: None
Others Present: City department heads, city employees, and members of the public.
New Business
1. FY2027 Department Budget Review
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City Manager Gretchen DiFante, Assistant City Manager Justin Smith, and Finance Director Jamie Wagner
reviewed the following departmental budgets with the mayor and city councilmembers:
Communications - Presented by Acting Communications Manager Gina Womack
e Human Resources ~ Presented by Director Tracy Hill
e Fire Department - Presen …
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:00
General
Pelham ZBA to hear variance for fence and accessory structure at 101 Tony Holmes Dr
The Pelham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 101 Tony Holmes Drive. The applicant seeks to exceed the front-yard fence height limit and place an accessory structure in the front yard, encroaching on required separation distances. The board will also approve minutes from the June 9 meeting.
- Variance request VARZ0726 – 00034 for a 7-foot wooden privacy fence where 4 feet is the maximum
- Request to allow an accessory structure in the established front yard
- Request to reduce the required 10-foot separation between accessory structures and other structures
- Location: 101 Tony Holmes Drive, applicant Monica Navarro, owners Luis & Rosalie Navarro
- Approval of June 9, 2026 meeting minutes
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ZZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING AGENDA
August 11, 2026|5:00 PM
Pelham City Hall, Council Conference Room
Ch. Joe Schifano ___ Nicole Brazelton _ __ Ken Walters ___
V.Ch. Mike Kelley ___ Bob Burleson ___
Supernumeraries: La Fran Marks ___ Steve Bedsole ___
I. Call to Order
II. Record of Attendance
III. Approval of the June 9, 2026 meeting minutes
IV. Hearings:
1. VARZ0726 – 00034|Sec. 3.11.01. Fences and walls; Sec. 3.03.08. Accessory structures
Request: 1) To allow a fence to exceed four feet in the required front yard to construct a
7-foot wooden privacy fence.
2) To allow an accessory structure within the established front yard.
3) To encroach the required 10-foot separation between accessory structures
and all other structures.
Location: 101 Tony Holmes Drive
Applicant: Monica Navarro
Owners: Luis & Rosalie Navarro
V. Other Business:
a. Announce next regularly scheduled meeting for September 8, 2026
VI. Adjourn
ENTRANCE TO CITY HALL COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM
IS LOCATED AT THE BACK OF THE BUILDING
Sat Aug 8, 2026 · 08:00
City Council
FY2027 department budget review for eight city funds
The Pelham City Council is holding a special called work session to review proposed FY2027 budgets for Development Services & Public Works, Trash Fund, Water/Sewer, Capital Projects, Pelham Public Library, Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena, Ballantrae Golf Club, Pelham Racquet Club, and Parks & Recreation. This is a work session open to the public but not a public hearing.
- FY2027 budget review for Development Services & Public Works
- FY2027 budget review for Trash Fund
- FY2027 budget review for Water/Sewer
- FY2027 budget review for Capital Projects
- FY2027 budget review for Pelham Public Library, Civic Complex & Ice Arena, Ballantrae Golf Club, Pelham Racquet Club, and Parks & Recreation
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✓ Decided: Council reviews FY2027 department budgets in work session
The Pelham City Council held a special work session to review FY2027 department budgets, including Development Services, Water/Sewer, Capital Projects, Library, Civic Complex, Golf Club, Racquet Club, and Parks & Recreation. No votes or decisions were made; the session was informational only. The meeting adjourned at 3:55 p.m.
- Reviewed FY2027 department budgets (no action taken)
- Adjourned work session at 3:55 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)
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SPECIAL CALLED WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall
–
Council Chambers
August
8
, 2026
–
8
:00
a
.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
special called
w
ork session of the
Pelham City Council was given in
advance of such
a
public meeting and the notice remained posted through
out
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Record of Attendance
C.
New Business
1.
FY2027 Department Budget Review
▪
Development Services & Public Works
▪
Trash
Fund
▪
Water
/
Sewer
▪
Capital Projects
▪
Pelham Public Library
▪
Pelham
Civic Complex
& Ice Arena
▪
Ballantrae Golf Club
▪
Pelham
Racquet Cl
ub
▪
Parks & Recreation
D.
Adjournment
T
HE
COUNCIL
WORK SESSION IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
BUT IS NOT A PUBLIC
H
EARING
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CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION MINUTES
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall - Council Chambers
August 8, 2026 - 8:00 a.m.
Proper notice of the special called work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Members of the Pelham City Council met on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The special work session was held
in the Council Chambers at Pelham City Hall and was open to the public.
Call to Order
The special called work session was called to order by Council President Leverett at 8:12 a.m.
Record of Attendance
The following elected officials were present:
President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Mayor Rick Wash
Not Present: Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Michael Harris
The city clerk/treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante was present.
Media Present: None
Others Present: City department heads, city employees, and members of the public.
New Business
1. FY2027 Department Budget Review
City Man
ager Gretchen DiFante, Assistant City Manager Justin Smith, and Finance Director Jamie Wagner
reviewed the following departmental budgets with the mayor and city councilmembers:
Development Services & Public Works - Presented by Director of Development Services &
Public Works André Bittas
Trash Fund - Presented by City Manag …
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Council reviews FY2027 budget in work session
The Pelham City Council is holding a special called work session to review the FY2027 department budget, including revenue, city manager, mayor, council, and finance. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.
- FY2027 department budget review covering revenue, city manager, mayor, council, and finance
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✓ Decided: Council reviews FY2027 department budgets in work session
The Pelham City Council held a special work session to review the FY2027 department budgets, with presentations from city staff and department heads. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was informational only. The meeting adjourned after the budget review concluded.
- Reviewed FY2027 department budgets (no vote)
- Adjourned work session unanimously (voice vote)
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SPECIAL CALLED WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall
–
Council
Conference
Room
Aug
ust 4
, 2026
–
4:00
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
special called
w
ork session of the
Pelham City Council was given in
advance of such
a
public meeting and the notice remained posted through
out
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Record of Attendance
C.
N
ew Business
1.
FY2027 Depart
me
nt Budget Review
▪
Overview and Operating Procedures
▪
Revenue
▪
City
Manager
▪
Mayor
▪
City Council
▪
Fi
nance
D.
Adjournment
T
HE
COUNCIL
WORK SESSION IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
BUT IS NOT A PUBLIC
H
EARING
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CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION MINUTES
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall - Council Chambers
August 4, 2026 - 4:00 p.m.
Proper notice of the special called work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Members of the Pelham City Council met on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The special work session was held
in the Council Chambers at Pelham City Hall and was open to the public.
Call to Order
The special called work session was called to order by Council President Pro Tempore Snowden at 4:03
p.m.
Record of Attendance
The following elected officials were present:
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Mayor Rick Wash
Not Present: President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michael Harris
The city clerk/treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante was present.
Media Present: ABC 33/40
Others Present: City department heads, city employees, and members of the public.
New Business
1. FY2027 Department Budget Review
City Manager Gretchen DiFante, Assistant City Manager Justin Smith, and Finance Director Jamie Wagner
reviewed the following departmental budgets with the mayor and city councilmembers:
e Overview and Operating Procedures - Presented by City Manager Gretchen DiFante,
Assistant City Manager Justin Smith, Finance Director J …
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council considers water main replacement and hemp retail licenses
The City Council will discuss a funding request for the “2030 Shelby Works!” initiative and the 2027 Spring Fair. The body is reviewing several contracts and license applications for recommendation at a future meeting.
- Bid from Cox Contracting Company, Inc. for Valleydale Terrace Water Main Replacement Project
- Lighting services agreement with Alabama Power Company for Weatherly Neighborhood
- Agreement with TTL, Inc. for Pelham Sports Park Renovations Project, Phase II
- ABC License Applications for Gallery Smoke Shop (2706C Pelham Parkway) and Toast Trends (3350 Pelham Parkway, Suite B)
- Payment to Cahaba Solid Waste Disposal Authority for 2021-2025 legal fees
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✓ Decided: Council moves 4 consent items, 2 new items to Aug. 17 agenda
The Pelham City Council held a work session and approved the July 20 minutes. They reached consensus to draft ABC proximity restrictions similar to CBD/vape rules, consider a contract with Kissel Entertainment for the April 2027 spring fair, and reschedule the Sept. 7 meeting to Sept. 8. They moved four consent agenda items and two new business items (ABC license for Toast Trends, Cahaba Solid Waste legal fee payment) to the Aug. 17 meeting, while postponing discussion on the Gallery Smoke Shop license. The council also entered executive session for legal discussion and returned without public action.
- Approved July 20, 2026 work session minutes (unanimous)
- Consensus to draft ABC proximity restrictions similar to CBD/vape rules
- Consensus to consider contract with Kissel Entertainment for April 2027 spring fair
- Consensus to reschedule Sept. 7, 2026 meeting to Sept. 8 for Labor Day
- Moved 4 consent agenda items to Aug. 17 meeting (unanimous)
- Moved ABC license for Toast Trends and Cahaba legal fee payment to Aug. 17 (unanimous)
- Postponed Gallery Smoke Shop ABC license discussion to Aug. 17 work session
- Entered executive session for legal discussion (4-0 roll call)
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Pelham
City Hall
–
Council
Conference Room
August 3
, 2026
–
5:
3
0
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
regular w
ork session of the
Pelham City Council was given in
advance of such
a
public
meeting and the notice remained posted through
out
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Record of Attendance
C.
Approval of the
J
uly
23
, 2026
Regular Work Session Minutes
D.
Request
(s)
to Address the City Council
1.
District Judge Erin Welborn
–
Children’s Policy Council
E.
Old Business
(Work Session)
1.
Update
–
Proximity restrictions for certain ABC license types
F.
New Business (Work Session
)
1.
Kirk Mancer, President and CEO of The Shelby County Chamber, regarding a funding request
for the “2030 Shelby Works!” initiative
2.
Discussion
–
2027 Spring Fair
3.
Discussion
–
Rescheduling the September 7, 2026 work session and city council meeting
G.
Review
City Council Consent Agenda
Item
(
s
)
Recommended for
August 17, 2026
1.
For consideration to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid from Cox Contracting
Company, Inc. for the Valleydale Terrace Water Main Replacement Project. This project was
budgeted for FY2026.
2.
For consideration to authorize a lighting services agreement with Alabama Power Company to
add lighting in the Weatherly
Neigh …
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CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION MINUTES
Pelham City Hall
Council Conference Room
August 3, 2026 — 5:30 p.m.
Proper notice of the regularly scheduled work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of
such public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Members of the Pelham City Council met on Monday, August 3, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. The regular work session
was held in the Council Conference Room at Pelham City Hall and was open to the public.
Call to Order
The work session was called to order by Council President Leverett at 5:30 p.m.
Record of Attendance
The following elected officials were present:
Council President Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Mayor Rick Wash
Not Present: Councilmember Michael Harris
The City Clerk/Treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante and City Attorney Josh Arnold were present.
Media Present: None
Others Present: City department heads, City employees, and members of the public
Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Councilmember Townes to approve the July 20, 2026 Regular Work Session
Minutes. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Power. There being no further discussion, the
President of the Council announced the motion passed by a unanimous voice vote of those members
present.
Request(s) to Address the City Council
1. District Judge Erin We …
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Pelham City Council to vote on zoning change along King Valley Drive
The Pelham City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 3, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes procedural items, a consent agenda, and recognition of local businesses. Two ordinances will receive first readings, including a zoning amendment for property along King Valley Drive.
- Ordinance No. 135-271: First reading to amend zoning from R-1 (Single Family Detached) to R-4 (Townhouse) for property along King Valley Drive (applicant: L & L Property Enterprises, LLC)
- Ordinance No. 531: First reading to adopt new regulations for Pelham Police Department’s vault and property storage room
- Recognition of Shelby County Chamber’s Small Business of the Year 2026: Advanced Landscape Services, Inc., Specification Rubber Products, and Cahaba Spay Neuter
- Applications open for Pelham Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (student representative positions) until August 7, 2026
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✓ Decided: Council rezoned King Valley Drive property to townhouse use
The Pelham City Council unanimously approved two ordinances: one rezoning property along King Valley Drive from R-1 (Single Family Detached) to R-4 (Townhouse) for L & L Property Enterprises, LLC, and another regulating the Police Department's vault and property storage room. Both passed by a 4-0 roll call vote, with Councilmember Michael Harris absent. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes, was also approved unanimously.
- Adopted consent agenda including meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 135-271 rezoning King Valley Drive property to R-4 Townhouse (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 531 regulating police vault and property storage room (4-0)
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Pelham
City Hall
–
Council
Chambers
August 3
, 2026
–
7:00
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL,
AGENDA
ITEMS
MAY BE
ADDED
,
REMOVE
D
OR
CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
regular
scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a
public meeting and the
notice remained posted throughout
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Record of Attendance
E.
Consent Agenda
A consent agenda is presented by the
presiding officer
at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routin
e and
/or
non
-
controversial and are
organized apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent
and vote by the
C
ity
C
ouncil
without debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of
any one member. Removed items may be taken up either immediately after the consent age
nda is
approved or placed
later
on
the agenda at the discretion of the
presiding
officer
and City Council.
1.
Approval of the
J
uly
23
, 2026
City Council
Agend
a
2.
Ap
proval of
the
J
uly
23
, 2026
Regular
Council
M
eeting
Minutes
and the July 30, 2026 Special
Called Council Meeting Minutes
F.
Mayor
’
s
Report
/Comments
1.
Recognition of
The
Shelby County
Chamber’s
Small Business of the Year for …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Pelham City Hall
City Council Chambers
August 3, 2026 — 7:00 p.m.
Proper notice of the regularly scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Date: August 3, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Place: Pelham City Hall - City Council Chambers
Present: President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Mayor Rick Wash
Not Present: Councilmember Michael Harris
CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Leverett called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. Council President Leverett led the
invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Power.
RECORD OF ATTENDANCE
The City Clerk/Treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante and City Attorney Josh Arnold were present.
CONSENT AGENDA °
A consent agenda is presented by the presiding officer at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routine and/or non-controversial and are organized
apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent and vote by the City Council without
debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member. Removed
items may be taken up either immediately after the consent agenda is approved …
Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 15:00
City Council
Pelham City Council to consider ReAmp initiative consulting agreement
The Pelham City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss routine and non-controversial items. The most consequential item is a resolution to authorize a development consulting agreement for the ReAmp initiative, which aims to reimagine the former Oak Mountain Amphitheatre.
- Resolution 2026-07-30-01: Authorize development consulting agreement for ReAmp initiative (former Oak Mountain Amphitheatre)
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✓ Decided: Council approves ReAmp consulting deal for former amphitheatre
The Pelham City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2026-07-30-01, authorizing a development consulting agreement with John Benner and GenRev Properties for the ReAmp initiative to reimagine the former Oak Mountain Amphitheatre. The agreement covers feasibility studies over the next 6-8 months to guide site development. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was a special called session with a consent agenda and no public hearings or other business.
- Approved Resolution 2026-07-30-01 for ReAmp development consulting agreement with John Benner and GenRev Properties (unanimous voice vote)
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Pelham
City Hall
–
Council
Chambers
July
30
, 2026
–
3
:
00
p.m.
Special Called Meeting
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL,
AGENDA
ITEMS
MAY BE
ADDED
,
REMOVE
D
OR
CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
special called
meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a
public meeting and the
notice remained posted throughout
the
special called
meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Record of Attendance
E.
Consent Agenda
A consent agenda is presented by the
presiding officer
at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routin
e and
/or
non
-
controversial and are
organized apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent
and vote by the
C
ity
C
ouncil
without debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of
any one member. Removed items may be taken up either immediately after the consent age
nda is
approved or placed
later
on
the agenda at the discretion of the
presiding
officer
and City Council.
1.
Approval of the
July 30,
2026
City Council
Agend
a
F.
Public Hearing(s)
–
None
G.
Mayor
’
s
Report
/Comments
H.
Proclamation
(
s
)
and Resolution(s)
by the Mayor
and Other
s
–
None
I.
Report by the City Manager
J.
Report
by
the City Attorney
K.
R
equ …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Pelham City Hall
City Council Chambers
July 30, 2026 —- 3:00 p.m.
Special Called Meeting
Proper notice of the special called meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such a
public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Date: July 30, 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Place: Pelham City Hall - City Council Chambers
Present: President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Leverett called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Mayor Wash led the invocation. The
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Snowden.
RECORD OF ATTENDANCE
The City Clerk/Treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante and City Attorney Josh Arnold were present.
CONSENT AGENDA
A consent agenda is presented by the presiding officer at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routine and/or non-controversial and are organized
apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent and vote by the City Council without
debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member. Removed
items may be taken up either immediately after the consent agenda is approved or placed l …
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Pelham City Council to consider zoning changes and property annexation
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on multiple zoning amendments and a property annexation. The body will also consider liquor and tobacco licenses for a business on Pelham Parkway and new regulations for police property storage.
- Public hearing and first reading to change zoning from R-1 (Single Family Detached) to R-4 (Townhouse) on King Valley Drive
- Ordinance No. 135-270 to change zoning from Agriculture to B-2 (General Commercial) at Highway 52 and Racquet Club Parkway
- Ordinance No. 530 to annex approximately 18 acres at 5025 County Road 11
- Resolution for ABC and tobacco licenses for HWY 31 Wine and Spirits at 2169 Pelham Parkway, Suite B
- Ordinance No. 531 to regulate the Pelham Police Department’s vault and property storage room
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✓ Decided: Council rezoned land on King Valley Drive for townhouses
The council held a public hearing and then approved a first-reading ordinance to rezone property along King Valley Drive from R-1 (Single Family Detached) to R-4 (Townhouse) for applicant L & L Property Enterprises, LLC. The council also adopted a final ordinance rezoning the corner of Highway 52 and Racquet Club Parkway from A-1 (Agriculture) to B-2 (General Commercial), and approved the annexation of an 18-acre property at 5025 County Road 11. A new ABC license for HWY 31 Wine and Spirits at 2169 Pelham Parkway was approved.
- Approved Ordinance No. 135-270, rezoning property at Highway 52 and Racquet Club Parkway from A-1 (Agriculture) to B-2 (General Commercial).
- Approved Ordinance No. 530, annexing 18 acres at 5025 County Road 11 owned by Brian Ellison and Cindy Grier.
- Approved Resolution 2026-07-23-01, granting an ABC license to AVN Enterprises LLC for HWY 31 Wine and Spirits at 2169 Pelham Parkway.
- Introduced Ordinance No. 135-271 (first reading) to rezone property along King Valley Drive from R-1 to R-4 (Townhouse) for L & L Property Enterprises, LLC.
- Introduced Ordinance No. 531 (first reading) to adopt new language regulating the Pelham Police Department's vault and property storage room.
- Adopted the consent agenda, including approval of the July 23, 2026 agenda and the July 9, 2026 meeting minutes.
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Pelham
City Hall
–
Council
Chambers
July
23
, 2026
–
5:30
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL,
AGENDA
ITEMS
MAY BE
ADDED
,
REMOVE
D
OR
CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
regular
scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a
public meeting and the
notice remained posted throughout
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Record of Attendance
E.
Consent Agenda
A consent agenda is presented by the
presiding officer
at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routin
e and
/or
non
-
controversial and are
organized apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent
and vote by the
C
ity
C
ouncil
without debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of
any one member. Removed items may be taken up either immediately after the consent age
nda is
approved or placed
later
on
the agenda at the discretion of the
presiding
officer
and City Council.
1.
Approval of the
J
uly
23
, 2026
City Council
Agend
a
2.
Ap
proval of
the
J
uly 9
, 2026
Regular
Council
M
eeting
Minutes
F.
Mayor
’
s
Report
/Comments
G.
Proclamation
(
s
)
and Resolution(s)
by the Mayor
and Other
s
1.
Recognizing the Pelham 8U Softball All
-
Stars
2.
Recognizing …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Pelham City Hall
City Council Chambers
July 23, 2026 — 5:30 p.m.
Proper notice of the regularly scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Date: July 23, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Place: Pelham City Hall - City Council Chambers
Present: President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
Not Present: Councilmember Michelle Power
CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Leverett called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Councilmember Townes led the
invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Harris.
RECORD OF ATTENDANCE
The City Clerk/Treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante and City Attorney Josh Arnold were present.
CONSENT AGENDA
A consent agenda is presented by the presiding officer at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routine and/or non-controversial and are organized
apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent and vote by the City Council without
debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member. Removed
items may be taken up either immediately after the consent agenda is approved or place …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 16:00
Commercial Development Authority
CDA discusses future use and maintenance of Montgomery Highway properties
The Commercial Development Authority will review a finance report and provide an economic development update. The body will discuss the status and future use of three specific properties owned by the CDA.
- Discussion on future use and maintenance of 1908 & 1910 Montgomery Highway
- Review of Wellborn Property at 2786 Montgomery Highway
- Review of Fran's Property at 3103 Pelham Parkway
- Approval of the Finance Report
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Commercial Development Authority
Agenda
Pelham City Hall - Council Work Room
July 21, 2026 – 4:00 PM
A. Call to Order
B. Record of Attendance
C. Agenda Approval, Additions or Deletions
D. Review and Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of minutes of the July 1, 2026 meeting of the Commercial Development
Authority
E. Finance
1. Presentation and approval of the Finance Report
F. Marketing & Status of Properties Owned by CDA
1. 1908 & 1910 Montgomery Highway
a. Future use, Maintenance Discussion
2. Wellborn Property (2786 Montgomery Highway)
3. Fran's Property (3103 Pelham Parkway
G. Economic Development Update
H. Executive Session
I. Adjournment
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council reviews rezoning and annexation requests
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss police property storage and ABC license proximity restrictions. Members are reviewing several items for a future vote, including a zoning change for King Valley Drive and an annexation of 18 acres.
- Rezoning of King Valley Drive from R-1 (Single Family Detached) to R-4 (Townhouse) for L & L Property Enterprises, LLC
- Annexation of approximately 18 acres at 5025 County Road 11 owned by Brian Ellison and Cindy Grier
- Rezoning of property at the corner of Highway 52 and Racquet Club Parkway from Agriculture to B-2 (General Commercial)
- ABC License Application for HWY 31 Wine and Spirits at 2169 Pelham Parkway, Suite B
- Proposed new language regulating the Pelham Police Department’s vault and property storage room
zoningannexationpoliceabc-licensesland-use
✓ Decided: Council moves King Valley rezoning and 3 other items to July 23 agenda
The council voted unanimously to advance four items to the July 23 consent agenda: an ABC license for HWY 31 Wine and Spirits, a rezoning from A-1 to B-2 at Highway 52 and Racquet Club Parkway, annexation of 18 acres at 5025 County Road 11, and a rezoning from R-1 to R-4 along King Valley Drive. The council also discussed but took no vote on a new police evidence-room ordinance and proximity restrictions for ABC license types. An executive session was held for legal and real property discussions.
- Approved minutes of July 6 and July 13 work sessions unanimously.
- Moved ABC license application for AVN Enterprises (HWY 31 Wine and Spirits) to July 23 consent agenda.
- Moved rezoning of Highway 52/Racquet Club Parkway corner from A-1 to B-2 to July 23 consent agenda.
- Moved annexation of 18 acres at 5025 County Road 11 to July 23 consent agenda.
- Moved rezoning of King Valley Drive property from R-1 to R-4 to July 23 consent agenda.
- Entered executive session at 6:01 p.m. for pending litigation and real property discussion.
- Adjourned executive session at 8:07 p.m. and returned to open session.
- Adjourned work session at 8:14 p.m.
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Pelham City Hall – Council Conference Room
July 20, 2026 – 5:30 p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the regular work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such a public
meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
A. Call to Order
B. Record of Attendance
C. Approval of the July 6 , 2026 Regular Work Session Minutes and the July 13, 2026 Special Work
Session Minutes
D. Request(s) to Address the City Council – None
E. Old Business (Work Session)
1. King Valley Drive Townhomes Rezoning Application, Applicant: L & L Property Enterprises
LLC – Public Hearing is on July 23, 2026
F. New Business (Work Session)
1. Discussion – For consideration to adopt new language regulating the authority of the Pelham
Police Department’s vault and property storage room
2. Discussion – Proximity restrictions for certain ABC license types
G. Review City Council Consent Agenda Item(s) Recommended for July 23, 2026 – None
H. Review New Business Agenda Item(s) Recommended for July 23, 2026
1. For consideration to approve or deny an ABC License Application 011 – Lounge Retail Liquor –
Class II (Package), 990 – Tobacco and Alternative Nicotine Products, 991 – Specialty Retailers
of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems – for applicant AVN Enterprises LLC, operating under
the trade name HWY 31 Wine and Spirits , located …
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CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION MINUTES
Pelham City Hall
Council Conference Room
July 20, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
Proper notice of the regularly scheduled work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of
such public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Members of the Pelnam City Council met on Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. The regular work session
was held in the Council Conference Room at Pelham City Hall and was open to the public.
Call to Order
The work session was called to order by Council President Leverett at 5:30 p.m.
Record of Attendance
The following elected officials were present:
Council President Chad Leverett
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
Not Present: Councilmember Michelle Power
The City Clerk/Treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante and City Attorney Josh Arnold were present.
Media Present: None
Others Present: City department heads, City employees, and members of the public
Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Councilmember Townes to approve the July 6, 2026 Regular Work Session Minutes
and the July 13, 2026 Special Work Session Minutes. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Harris.
There being no further discussion, the President of the Council announced the motion passed by a
unanimous voice vote of those members present.
Request(s) to Ad …
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Pelham City Council holds special work session with executive session
This is a special called work session of the Pelham City Council. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, attendance, an executive session, and adjournment. No specific actions, ordinances, or discussions are listed for the public portion.
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✓ Decided: City Council requests non-residential options for ReAMP project
The City Council requested that the selected developer for the ReAMP project conduct further studies and analysis using a concept that excludes residential components. The council expressed interest in exploring additional non-residential options for future consideration.
- Requested ReAMP project developer proceed with studies excluding residential components
- Entered Executive Session to discuss litigation and real property (5-0)
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1
SPECIAL CALLED WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall
–
Council Chambers
July 13
, 2026
–
5
:
3
0
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
special called
w
ork session of the
Pelham City Council was given in
advance of such
a
public meeting and the notice remained posted through
out
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Record of Attendance
C.
Executive Session
D.
Adjournment
T
HE
COUNCIL
WORK SESSION IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
BUT IS NOT A PUBLIC
H
EARING
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CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION MINUTES
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall
Council Conference Room
July 13, 2026 — 5:30 p.m.
Proper notice of the special called work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Members of the Pelham City Council met on Monday, July 13, 2026. The special work session was held in
the Council Conference Room at Pelham City Hall and was open to the public.
Call to Order
The work session was called to order by Council President Leverett at 5:30 p.m.
Record of Attendance
The following elected officials were present:
President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
The city clerk/treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante and City Attorney Josh Arnold were present.
Media Present: None
Others Present: City department heads, city employees, and members of the public.
Executive Session
Council President Leverett stated for the record the purpose of the Executive Session is to discuss the
legal ramifications of and legal options for pending litigation, controversies not yet being litigated, but
imminently likely to be litigated if the governmental body pursues a proposed course of action and to
1
discuss the consideration the governmen …
Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Pelham City Council to consider zoning changes and annexations
The City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning for QuikTrip and annexing 18 acres on County Road 11. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and liquor license applications.
- Public hearing to rezone Highway 52 and Racquet Club Parkway from Agriculture to B-2 for QuikTrip
- Public hearing to annex 18 acres at 5025 County Road 11
- Bid acceptance for Appaloosa Trail Water Main Replacement (Southern Directional, Inc.)
- Bid acceptance for Buck Creek Sewer Lift Station Emergency Generator Addition (ICS, Inc.)
- ABC License applications for Joseph’s Table and Gallops Liquors
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✓ Decided: Pelham City Council approves zoning changes and infrastructure projects
The City Council adopted several resolutions for infrastructure upgrades and equipment purchases. They approved a zoning change for Harris Doyle Homes and updated the council meeting schedule. Two ordinances for a QuikTrip rezoning and a property annexation received first readings.
- Approved Ordinance No. 399-08 to amend the City Council meeting schedule (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 135-269 rezoning property off State Park Road to PUD-R for Harris Doyle Homes (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-07-09-05 for Appaloosa Trail Water Main Replacement bid from Southern Directional, Inc.
- Approved Resolution 2026-07-09-06 for Buck Creek Sewer Lift Station generator bid from ICS, Inc.
- Approved Resolution 2026-07-09-11 for The Pita Hut, Inc. (Joseph's Table) ABC License
- Denied Resolution 2026-07-09-12 for Encore Franchises, LLC (Gallops Liquors) ABC License
- Approved Resolution 2026-07-09-10 for Highway 261 Widening Project budget adjustment
- Approved Resolution 2026-07-09-09 for Parks & Recreation equipment lease-purchase with Three M Karts & Mowers
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Pelham
City Hall
–
Council
Chambers
July 9
, 2026
–
5:30
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL,
AGENDA
ITEMS
MAY BE
ADDED
,
REMOVE
D
OR
CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
regular
scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a
public meeting and the
notice remained posted throughout
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Record of Attendance
E.
Consent Agenda
A consent agenda is presented by the
presiding officer
at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routin
e and
/or
non
-
controversial and are
organized apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent
and vote by the
C
ity
C
ouncil
without debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of
any one member. Removed items may be taken up either immediately after the consent age
nda is
approved or placed
later
on
the agenda at the discretion of the
presiding
officer
and City Council.
1.
Approval of the
J
uly 9
, 2026
City Council
Agend
a
2.
Ap
proval of
the
June
18
, 2026
Regular
Council
M
eeting
Minutes
3.
Resolution 2026
-
0
7
-
09
-
01
for consideration to
declare certain items (equipment) as surplus
personal property and to authorize the disposal of the same
4.
Resolution 20 …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Pelham City Hall
City Council Chambers
July 9, 2026 — 5:30 p.m.
Proper notice of the regularly scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Date: July 9, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Place: Pelham City Hall - City Council Chambers
Present: Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
President of the Council Pro Tempore Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
Not Present: President of the Council Chad Leverett
CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Pro Tempore Snowden called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Councilmember Townes
led the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Power.
RECORD OF ATTENDANCE
The City Clerk/Treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante and City Attorney Josh Arnold were present.
CONSENT AGENDA
A consent agenda is presented by the presiding officer at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routine and/or non-controversial and are organized
apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent and vote by the City Council without
debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member. Removed
items may be taken up either immediately after the co …
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Pelham City Council reviews rezoning and infrastructure projects
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss rezoning applications and review items for a future meeting. The body is considering several infrastructure bids and liquor license applications.
- Rezoning application for King Valley Drive Townhomes by L and L Property Enterprises
- Bids for Appaloosa Trail Water Main Replacement and Buck Creek Sewer Lift Station Emergency Generator
- ABC License Applications for Joseph’s Table (9340 Helena Road) and Gallops Liquors (3569 Pelham Parkway)
- Annexation of approximately 18 acres at 5025 County Road 11
- Proposed zoning change from Agriculture to B-2 at Highway 52 and Racquet Club Parkway
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✓ Decided: Pelham City Council schedules public hearing for King Valley Drive Townhomes rezoning
The City Council agreed to schedule a public hearing for the King Valley Drive Townhomes rezoning application for July 23, 2026. Members also voted to move 16 items, including several infrastructure bids and liquor license applications, to the July 9 consent agenda. Two executive sessions were held to discuss litigation and real property.
- Scheduled public hearing for King Valley Drive Townhomes rezoning for July 23, 2026
- Approved June 15, 2026 Regular Work Session Minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Moved 8 consent agenda items to July 9 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Moved 4 new business items to July 9 consent agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Moved 4 additional new business items to July 9 consent agenda (unanimous voice vote)
- Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation (4-0)
- Entered executive session to discuss litigation and real property (4-0)
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Pelham
City Hall
–
Council
Conference Room
July 6
, 2026
–
5:
3
0
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
regular w
ork session of the
Pelham City Council was given in
advance of such
a
public
meeting and the notice remained posted through
out
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Record of Attendance
C.
Approval of the
June 1
5
, 2026
Regular Work Session Minutes
D.
Request
(s)
to Address the City Council
E.
Old Business
(Work Session)
1.
King Valley
Drive
Townhomes
Rezoning Application
,
Applicant
:
L and L Property Enterprises
2.
Discussion
–
QuikTrip Rezoning Application
–
Public Hearing is on July 9, 2026
3.
Discussion
–
Annexation Request
–
5025 County Road 11
–
Public Hearing is on July 9, 2026
F.
New Business (Work Session)
–
None
G.
Review
City Council Consent Agenda
Item
(
s
)
Recommended for
July 9
, 2026
1.
For consideration to
declare certain items (equipment) as surplus personal property and to
authorize the disposal of the same
2.
For consideration to
authorize a purchase agreement with TriGreen Equipment LLC for
landscaping
and lawn
maintenance equipment. This purchase was budgeted for FY2026.
3.
For consideration to
authorize a lighting services agreement with Alabama Power Company
for the upgrade of existing
streetl …
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CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION MINUTES
Pelham City Hall
Council Conference Room
July 6, 2026 — 5:30 p.m.
Proper notice of the regularly scheduled work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of
such public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Members of the Pelham City Council met on Monday, July 6, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. The regular work session
was held in the Council Conference Room at Pelham City Hall and was open to the public.
Call to Order
The work session was called to order by Council President Leverett at 5:30 p.m.
Record of Attendance
The following elected officials were present:
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Council President Pro Tempore Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
Not Present: Council President Chad Leverett
The City Clerk/Treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante and City Attorney Josh Arnold were present.
Media Present: Shelby County Reporter, ABC 33/40
Others Present: City department heads, City employees, and members of the public
Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Councilmember Harris to approve the June 15, 2026 Regular Work Session Minutes.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Townes. There being no further discussion, the President
Pro Tempore of the Council announced the motion passed by a unanimous voice vote of those members
present.
Request( …
Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 16:00
Commercial Development Authority
CDA to approve $152,000 environmental payment and property negotiations
The Pelham Commercial Development Authority will approve minutes from May 19, 2026, and a finance report. The board will ratify a $108 ADEM permit fee and a $152,000 payment to Graymar Environmental Services for properties at 1908 & 1910 Montgomery Highway. It will also ratify a Letter of Intent with Blacktide Development for due diligence on the Wellborn Property at 2786 Montgomery Highway.
- Approval of $152,000 payment to Graymar Environmental Services, LLC for environmental work at 1908 & 1910 Montgomery Highway
- Ratification of $108 in ADEM permit fees for the same properties
- Ratification of Letter of Intent with Blacktide Development for potential sale of Wellborn Property (2786 Montgomery Highway)
- Approval of minutes from May 19, 2026 meeting
- Presentation and approval of Finance Report
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Pelham City Hall, Pelham
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Commercial Development Authority
Agenda
Pelham City Hall - Council Work Room
July 1, 2026 – 4:00 PM
A. Call to Order
B. Record of Attendance
C. Agenda Approval, Additions or Deletions
D. Review and Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of minutes of the May 19, 2026 meeting of the Commercial Development
Authority.
E. Finance
1. Presentation and approval of the Finance Report
F. Marketing & Status of Properties Owned by CDA
1. 1908 & 1910 Montgomery Highway
a. Ratification of payment of a total of $108 in ADEM permit fees
b. Approval of Payment to Graymar Environmental Services, LLC in the Amount of
$152,000.
2. Wellborn Property (2786 Montgomery Highway)
a. Ratification of execution of Letter of Intent with Blacktide Development in
furtherance of due diligence regarding potential future sale of the property.
3. Fran's Property(3103 Pelham Parkway)
G. Economic Development Update
H. Executive Session
I. Adjournment
Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 16:00
General
3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:00
General
Planning Commission to consider rezoning for King Valley Drive townhouses
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a rezoning request for a property on King Valley Drive. The body will determine if the land should be changed from R-11 to R-4 zoning to allow for townhouse development.
- RZNE0l 26-00017: Request to rezone 1 acre on the west side of King Valley Drive from R-11 to R-4 (Townhouse District)
zoninghousingtownhousesplanning
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Ch. Kim Speorl
Councilman Markus Hal Snowden
Ron Griggs
I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
Ill. Roll Call
Pelham City Hall
June 23, 2026 I 6:00 PM
Vice Ch. Russel I Biciste
TJ Dunaway
Paul Howell
IV. Approval of minutes of the May 26, 2026 meeting
V. Hearing Items
Mayor Rick Wash
Tim German
Tim Reddock
1. RZNE0l 26-00017 I 134 King Valley Drive Townhouse Development
Request rezoning for 1 acre on the west side of King Valley Drive.
Mike South (project engineer)
PIO: 13 6 23 2 001 010.000
Current zoning: R-11 Proposed Zoning: R-4 (Townhouse District)
VI. Other Business
1) Announce next meeting for July 28, 2026
VII. Adjourn
A PRE-MEETING WILL NOT BE HELD
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to consider rezoning off State Park Road for Harris Doyle Homes
The Pelham City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including rezoning property off State Park Road from A-1/B-1/R-1/R-3 to PUD-R for Harris Doyle Homes. The council will also vote on ABC license applications for Creekside BBQ and Cahaba Chevron, and authorize a budget amendment for the Pelham Sports Park Renovations Phase II. A consent agenda includes surplus property disposal, gate repairs, parking lot resurfacing, and security camera trailers for the police department.
- Rezoning of property off State Park Road from A-1/B-1/R-1/R-3 to PUD-R for Harris Doyle Homes (First Reading)
- ABC License Application for Margarita Grill 280 LLC operating as Creekside BBQ at 1020 Oak Mountain State Park Road
- ABC License Application for SunnyStar LLC operating as Cahaba Chevron at 560 Cahaba Valley Road
- Authorization of bids and agreements for Pelham Sports Park Renovations Phase II with budget amendment
- One-time longevity payment to eligible City retirees per Act 2026-608
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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda, liquor licenses, sports park bids, retiree payments
The Pelham City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included surplus property disposal, water department gate repairs, parking lot resurfacing, and two security camera trailers. The council also approved liquor licenses for Creekside BBQ and Cahaba Chevron, accepted bids for the Sports Park Renovations Phase II, and authorized a one-time longevity payment to eligible retirees. Two ordinances were introduced for first reading: one to change the council meeting schedule and one to rezone property off State Park Road for Harris Doyle Homes.
- Adopted the consent agenda, including surplus property disposal, water gate repairs, parking lot resurfacing, and security camera trailer purchases
- Approved Resolution 2026-06-18-05 granting an ABC restaurant retail liquor license to Margarita Grill 280 LLC (Creekside BBQ)
- Approved Resolution 2026-06-18-06 granting ABC beer, wine, and tobacco licenses to SunnyStar LLC (Cahaba Chevron)
- Approved Resolution 2026-06-18-07 accepting bids and authorizing agreements for the Pelham Sports Park Renovations Project - Phase II
- Approved Resolution 2026-06-18-08 authorizing a one-time longevity payment to eligible retirees per Act 2026-608
- Introduced Ordinance No. 399-08 (first reading) to amend the council meeting schedule
- Introduced Ordinance No. 135-269 (first reading) to rezone property off State Park Road to PUD-R for Harris Doyle Homes
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Pelham
City Hall
–
Council
Chambers
June
18
, 2026
–
5:30
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL,
AGENDA
ITEMS
MAY BE
ADDED
,
REMOVE
D
OR
CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
regular
scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a
public meeting and the
notice remained posted throughout
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Record of Attendance
E.
Consent Agenda
A consent agenda is presented by the
presiding officer
at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routin
e and
/or
non
-
controversial and are
organized apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent
and vote by the
C
ity
C
ouncil
without debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of
any one member. Removed items may be taken up either immediately after the consent age
nda is
approved or placed
later
on
the agenda at th
e discretion of the
presiding
officer
and City Council.
1.
Approval of the
June
18
, 2026
City Council
Agend
a
2.
Ap
proval of
the
June 4
, 2026
Regular
Council
M
eeting
Minutes
3.
Resolution 2026
-
0
6
-
18
-
01
for consideration to
declare certain items (vehicles, equipment,
supplies) as surplus personal property and to authorize the disposal of the sam …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Pelham City Hall
City Council Chambers
June 18, 2026 — 5:30 p.m.
Proper notice of the regularly scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Date: June 18, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Place: Pelham City Hall - City Council Chambers
Present: President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Mayor Rick Wash
Not Present: Councilmember Michael Harris
CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Leverett called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Councilmember Townes led the
invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Power.
RECORD OF ATTENDANCE
The City Clerk/Treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Attorney Josh Arnold was present.
CONSENT AGENDA
A consent agenda is presented by the presiding officer at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routine and/or non-controversial and are organized
apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent and vote by the City Council without
debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member. Removed
items may be taken up either immediately after the consent agenda is approved or placed later on the
agenda at the discret …
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 17:00
General
Parks board to hear updates on Racquet Club and Art in the Park
The Pelham Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve January minutes and receive updates on the Racquet Club and Art in the Park projects. The Director and President will give reports, and the public may speak during open discussion.
- Approval of January meeting minutes
- Racquet Club Update
- Art in the Park Update
- Pelham Parks and Recreation Foundation update
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✓ Decided: Pelham Park & Rec approves April minutes, hears updates
The Pelham Park and Recreation Board approved the April minutes and heard updates on the Racquet Club, Art in the Park, and the Director's report. No formal votes were taken on new business; items were discussed or reported.
- Approved April meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Heard Racquet Club update: 30 courts, pro tournament finished, programs ongoing
- Discussed forming a committee to explore Art in the Park project
- Noted trail lighting expansion at Park 124, Greenway Trail work, back lot repaving
- Reported phase 1 diamond complex expected to finish in July, phase 2 to be approved at next council meeting
- Reported Pelham Parks and Recreation Foundation 501c approved
2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham
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Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
Wednesday, June 17, 5pm
Pelham Recreation Center
(Visitors Must Check-in at the Front Desk)
A. Call to Order/Roll Call
B. Approval of January minutes
C. Old Business
D. New Business
-Racquet Club Update
-Art in the Park Update
E. Director’s Report
F. President’s Report – Pelham Parks and Recreation Foundation update
G. Open discussion/Public Forum
H. Adjourn meeting
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Pelham Park & Rec June 2026 Meeting Minutes
Present:
Daniela DeLuca
Amanda Ferguson Melissa Leverett
Leonard Smith
Emery Plunkett
Kevin Jones
Brian Cooper
Alison Walker
Not Present: Jessica Porterfield Ramona Sewell
•
Call to order at 5pm.
•
Record of Attendance: noted.
•
Approval of April minutes: Kevin motions to approve, Amanda seconds, all approve.
•
Old business: coach meeting passed to athletic staff, guardian helmets are offered, not required.
New business
•
Racquet Club Update: Alison Walker joins us from PRC: They have 30 courts. Pro tournament
just finished; ready/set/tennis program started, learn to play offerings for kids and adults; Team
play/membership increasing, hold 1-2 tournaments a month.
•
Art in the Park Update(Daniela): exploring more of what this project could look like. Asking to
put together a committee to continue to explore this.
•
Director’s Update: Lighting for trail at Park 124 is expanding, continuing to finish Greenway Trail,
back lot at city park to be repaved, expecting to finish phase 1 diamond complex in July, phase 2
should approve at next council meeting, wayfinding signage being designed, finalizing budget for
FY 2027. Upcoming July movie in the park(250 celebration).
•
Leonard asked about football updates/upgrades, Director is working on this.
•
President’s Report-Pelham Parks and Recreation Foundation Update: 501c approved. Working
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Pelham City Council discusses rezoning and city infrastructure projects
The City Council is reviewing rezoning applications for Oakmont Subdivision and QuikTrip, as well as an annexation request for 5025 County Road 11. The body is also considering a one-time longevity payment for eligible retirees and several city maintenance contracts.
- Rezoning applications for Oakmont Subdivision (Harris Doyle Homes) and QuikTrip
- Annexation request for 5025 County Road 11
- Bids for City Park South Parking Lot Resurfacing from Massey Asphalt Paving, LLC
- ABC License Applications for Creekside BBQ and Cahaba Chevron
- Bids for Pelham Sports Park Renovations Project - Phase II
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✓ Decided: Council advances Oakmont rezoning, sets July 9 hearings
The Pelham City Council held a work session and reached consensus to move forward with a first reading of the Oakmont Subdivision rezoning ordinance at the June 18 meeting. They also set public hearings for July 9 on the QuikTrip rezoning application and the annexation request for 5025 County Road 11. The council approved prior meeting minutes and moved consent agenda items forward, but no final votes were taken on these items during the work session.
- Approved June 1 and June 4, 2026 work session minutes (unanimous)
- Consensus to move Oakmont rezoning to first reading on June 18, 2026
- Set public hearing for QuikTrip rezoning on July 9, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
- Set public hearing for annexation of 5025 County Road 11 on July 9, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
- Consensus to consider one-time retiree longevity payment at June 18 meeting
- Moved consent agenda items 1-4 to June 18 meeting (unanimous)
- Moved new business items 1-4 to June 18 meeting (unanimous)
- Held two executive sessions for legal discussion (unanimous votes to enter)
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1
Pelham
City Hall
–
Council
Conference Room
June
15
, 2026
–
5:
3
0
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
regular w
ork session of the
Pelham City Council was given in
advance of such
a
public
meeting and the notice remained posted through
out
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Record of Attendance
C.
Approval of the
June 1
, 2026
Regular Work Session Minutes
and the June 4, 2026 Special Called
Work Session Minutes
D.
Request
(s)
to Address the City Council
1.
Pelham Employee
s
Benefits
C
ommittee
E.
Old Business
(Work Session)
1.
Oakmont Subdivision Rezoning Application
,
Applicant
:
Harris Doyle Homes
F.
New Business (Work Session)
1.
Discussion
–
QuikTrip Rezoning Application
2.
Discussion
–
Annexation Request
–
5025 County Road 11
3.
Discussion
–
Act 2026
-
608, for consideration to
authorize
a one
-
time longevity
payment
to
eligible City of Pelham retirees
G.
Review
City Council Consent Agenda
Item
(
s
)
Recommended for
June
18
, 2026
1.
For consideration to
declare certain items (vehicles, equipment, supplies) as surplus personal
property and to authorize the disposal of the same
2
2.
For consideration to
accept proposals from AllSteel Fence, CRV Surveillance, and 1
-
Call
Contractors for repair
s
and upgr …
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CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION MINUTES
Pelham City Hall
Council Chambers
June 15, 2026 —- 5:30 p.m.
Proper notice of the regularly scheduled work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of
such public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Members of the Pelham City Council met on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. The regular work session
was held in the Council Chambers at Pelham City Hall and was open to the public.
Call to Order
The work session was called to order by Council President Leverett at 5:30 p.m.
Record of Attendance
The following elected officials were present:
Council President Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
The City Clerk/Treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Attorney Josh Arnold was present.
Media Present: Shelby County Reporter, ABC 33/40
Others Present: City department heads, City employees, and members of the public
Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Councilmember Harris to approve the June 1, 2026 Regular Work Session Minutes
and the June 4, 2026 Special Called Work Session Minutes. The motion was seconded by Councilmember
Power. There being no further discussion, the President of the Council announced the motion passed by
a unanimous voice vote of those members present.
Request(s) to Address the City Council
1. …
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:59
General
Zoning Board to consider rear yard setback variance for 160 Oaklyn Hills Dr.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review a request for a 9-foot variance to the 40-foot rear yard setback. This request is intended to allow for the expansion of a deck and the addition of a screened room.
- VARZ0526 – 00033: Variance request for 160 Oaklyn Hills Dr. regarding R-1 (Legacy District) rear yard setback
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3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
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ZZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING AGENDA
June 9, 2026|5:00 PM
Pelham City Hall, Council Conference Room
Ch. Joe Schifano ___ Nicole Brazelton ___ Ken Walters ___
V.Ch. Mike Kelley ___ Bob Burleson ___
Supernumeraries: La Fran Marks ___ Steve Bedsole ___
I. Call to Order
II. Record of Attendance
III. Approval of the April 9, 2026 meeting minutes
IV. Hearings:
1. VARZ0526 – 00033|Sec. 4.01.02 – Area and Dimensional Requirements.
Request: A variance to the 40-ft rear yard setback for the R-1 (Legacy District). The request
is for a 9-ft. variance to expand the deck and add a screened room.
Location: 160 Oaklyn Hills Dr.
PIDs: 14 1 11 1 002 001.000
Owners: Brad Whitehurst and Lisa Hendrix
V. Other Business:
a. Announce next regularly scheduled meeting for July 14, 2026
VI. Adjourn
ENTRANCE TO CITY HALL - COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM
IS LOCATED AT THE BACK OF THE BUILDING
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Pelham City Council to consider rezoning for Harris Doyle Homes
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning application for property off State Park Road. The body is also considering several infrastructure bids and special use permits for telecommunications equipment.
- Public hearing for rezoning property off State Park Road from A-1, B-1, R-1, and R-3 to PUD-R for Harris Doyle Homes
- Bid from Massey Asphalt Paving, LLC for the 2026 Street Resurfacing Project
- Bid from Harrison Contractors, LLC for the Mallard Circle Water Main Replacement Project
- Agreement with Graymar Environmental for demolition of buildings along Chandalar Court
- Bid from ICS, Inc. for the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena Main Switchboard Replacement Project
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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda, rezoning hearing, and demolition contracts
The Pelham City Council unanimously adopted the consent agenda, which included special use permits for two telecommunications facilities, a street resurfacing contract, and a water main replacement contract. A public hearing was held on a rezoning application for property off State Park Road, but no vote was taken on the rezoning itself. The council also approved resolutions for demolition of damaged buildings along Chandalar Court and for the Civic Complex switchboard replacement.
- Adopted consent agenda including special use permits for telecom facilities at 1000 Peavine Falls Road and 2025 Morgan Park Road (unanimous)
- Accepted Massey Asphalt Paving, LLC bid for 2026 Street Resurfacing Project (unanimous)
- Accepted Harrison Contractors, LLC bid for Mallard Circle Water Main Replacement Project (unanimous)
- Held public hearing on rezoning off State Park Road from A-1, B-1, R-1, R-3 to PUD-R; no vote taken
- Adopted Resolution 2026-06-04-05 authorizing Graymar Environmental demolition agreement and FY2026 budget amendment for Chandalar Court (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-06-04-06 accepting ICS, Inc. bid and FY2026 budget amendment for Civic Complex switchboard replacement (unanimous)
3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
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Pelham
City Hall
–
Council
Chambers
June 4
, 2026
–
5:30
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL,
AGENDA
ITEMS
MAY BE
ADDED
,
REMOVE
D
OR
CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
regular
scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a
public meeting and the
notice remained posted throughout
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Invocation
C.
Pledge of Allegiance
D.
Record of Attendance
E.
Consent Agenda
A consent agenda is presented by the
presiding officer
at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routin
e and
/or
non
-
controversial and are
organized apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent
and vote by the
C
ity
C
ouncil
without debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of
any one member. Removed items may be taken up either immediately after the consent age
nda is
approved or placed
later
on
the agenda at th
e discretion of the
presiding
officer
and City Council.
1.
Approval of the
June 4
, 2026
City Council
Agend
a
2.
Ap
proval of
the
May
21
, 2026
Regular
Council
M
eeting
Minutes
3.
Resolution 2026
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for consideration to approve a special use permit for the
modification of equipment at the existing telecommunications facility located at 1000 Peav …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Pelham City Hall
City Council Chambers
June 4, 2026 — 5:30 p.m.
Proper notice of the regularly scheduled meeting of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Date: June 4, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Place: Pelham City Hall - City Council Chambers
Present: President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council President Leverett called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Councilmember Snowden led the
invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Wash.
RECORD OF ATTENDANCE
The City Clerk/Treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante and City Attorney Josh Arnold were present.
CONSENT AGENDA
A consent agenda is presented by the presiding officer at the beginning of a council meeting. Items
presented on the consent agenda are considered routine and/or non-controversial and are organized
apart from the rest of the agenda and are adopted by general consent and vote by the City Council without
debate. Items may be removed from the consent agenda on the request of any one member. Removed
items may be taken up either immediately after the consent agenda is approved or placed later on the
agenda at …
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 15:30
City Council
Council discusses FY2027 city budget at work session
The Pelham City Council is holding a special called work session to discuss the FY2027 city budget. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the session is for council discussion only.
- Discussion of the FY2027 City Budget
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✓ Decided: Council sets FY2027 budget priorities, including bond market prep
The Pelham City Council held a special work session to discuss the FY2027 budget. They reached consensus on priorities: maintaining current spending levels, determining the city's share of ReAMP project costs, preparing for a bond market entry within five years, and beginning engineering and design on key capital projects. No formal votes were taken; the only motion was to adjourn.
- Consensus to maintain current spending levels for FY2027
- Consensus to determine city's share of ReAMP project costs
- Consensus to prepare for bond market entry within five years
- Consensus to begin engineering and design on key capital projects
- Requested Parks and Recreation director to research eligibility for senior center outings
- Adjourned work session unanimously by voice vote
3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
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SPECIAL CALLED WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall
–
Council Chambers
June
4
, 2026
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3
:
3
0
p.m.
BY GENERAL CONSENT OF THE COUNCIL, AGENDA ITEMS
MAY BE ADDED, REMOVED OR CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
Proper notice of the
special called
w
ork session of the
Pelham City Council was given in
advance of such
a
public meeting and the notice remained posted through
out
the scheduled meeting.
A.
Call to Order
B.
Record of Attendance
C.
New Business
1.
Discussion
–
FY2
027 City Budget
D.
Adjournment
T
HE
COUNCIL
WORK SESSION IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
BUT IS NOT A PUBLIC
H
EARING
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CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION MINUTES
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
Pelham City Hall
Council Conference Room
June 4, 2026 — 3:30 p.m.
Proper notice of the special called work session of the Pelham City Council was given in advance of such
a public meeting and the notice remained posted throughout the scheduled meeting.
Members of the Pelham City Council met on Thursday, June 4, 2026. The special work session was held in
the Council Conference Room at Pelham City Hall and was open to the public.
Call to Order
The work session was called to order by Council President Leverett at 3:30 p.m.
Record of Attendance
The following elected officials were present:
President of the Council Chad Leverett
Councilmember Michelle Power
Councilmember Christine Townes
Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden
Councilmember Michael Harris
Mayor Rick Wash
The city clerk/treasurer recorded the attendance of the elected officials and announced a quorum was
present. City Manager Gretchen DiFante was also present.
Media Present: None
Others Present: City department heads, city employees, and members of the public.
New - Business
1. Discussion - FY2027 City Budget
City Manager Gretchen DiFante led the discussion with the city council regarding the upcoming FY2027
budget meetings. She asked for them to determine the priorities they would like to see accomplished
during the next year.
Director of Parks and Recreation Brian Cooper addressed the city council and updated them on various
ongoing and future projects. …
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Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments5,610 (87,718 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,267/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy13.4% (low numeracy 21% · 2017)
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
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Revenue$78.9M
Spending$77.6M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$62.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.79×
Debt-load index56 / 100
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