Enterprise public meetings in 2021
30 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council is holding its regular session to consider a consent agenda, a permit request for the MLK Memorial Freedom March, and recognition of Christmas parade winners. Under new business, the council will introduce an ordinance regarding a deed of land and hold a public hearing on an agreement with Enterprise Hotels 2, LLC. They will also approve a nomination to the Health Care Authority.
- Permit request for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Freedom March
- Introduce Ordinance 12-21-21 (Deed of Land)
- Public hearing and consideration of Resolution 12-21-21 (Enterprise Hotels 2, LLC Agreement)
- Approve nomination to Health Care Authority
The Enterprise City Council approved a $400,000 economic development incentive for Enterprise Hotels 2, LLC to build a Marriott or Hilton hotel at Camellia Commons, adopted a resolution for future Highway 51/Dozier Road intersection improvements, and approved a permit for the MLK Memorial Freedom March. The council also approved the consent agenda, a health care authority nomination, and introduced an ordinance for property sale to be considered later.
- Approved $400,000 incentive for Enterprise Hotels 2, LLC (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 12-21-21-A for Highway 51/Dozier Road improvements (5-0)
- Approved permit for MLK Memorial Freedom March on Jan 16, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including travel and inventory disposal (5-0)
- Approved Robbin Thompson to Health Care Authority for 5-year term (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 12-21-21 for property sale to Goolsby, laid over to Jan 4, 2022
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council unanimously approved a rezoning of 1.143 acres at 102 Coppinville Road from R-85 to B-3, awarded a $119,726.57 AV equipment bid to Harris Security, and adopted an ordinance amending the business license code. The council also authorized a one-year agreement with the Pike Regional Child Advocacy Center and approved replacing the library's HVAC unit for $6,988.
- Adopted Ordinance 11-02-21 rezoning 1.143 acres at 102 Coppinville Road from R-85 to B-3 (5-0)
- Awarded Bid Requisition No. 2021-12 for Civic Center AV Equipment to Harris Security for $119,726.57 (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 12-07-21 amending business license code to reclassify NAICS codes 114119, 115114, 212319, and 561790 to Schedule E (5-0)
- Authorized Mayor to execute one-year Memorandum of Agreement with Pike Regional Child Advocacy and Family Resource Center (5-0)
- Approved replacement of 2.5 Ton HVAC unit at Enterprise Public Library by Comfort Systems USA for $6,988.00 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including accounts payable of $1,121,590.43 and various equipment disposals (5-0)
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council will meet on November 16, 2021, to consider several resolutions. These include a new job classification and compensation plan, a severe weather preparedness sales tax holiday, and a hazard mitigation plan. The council will also review a permit request for the Whoville 5K & Fun Run.
- Permit request for Main Street Enterprise/Whoville 5K & Fun Run with the Grinch
- Resolution to implement Job Classification & Compensation Plan
- Resolution for Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday
- Resolution regarding Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Enterprise City Council approved Resolution 11-16-21 implementing a new job classification and compensation plan, including $4,000/year raises for sworn police officers and $3,000/year for sworn firefighters, effective December 22, 2021. The council also adopted resolutions for a severe weather sales tax holiday, a regional hazard mitigation plan, and an ALDOT sidewalk project agreement. It authorized a $39,150 design contract with Three Notch Partners for the 2022 TAP Sidewalk Project and approved seeking bids for concrete and sidewalk work. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Council Member Padgett absent.
- Adopted Resolution 11-16-21 implementing job classification/compensation plan with $4,000 police and $3,000 firefighter raises (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 11-16-21-A for Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Feb 25-27, 2022 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 11-16-21-B adopting Southeast Alabama Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 11-16-21-C for ALDOT agreement on Daleville Avenue sidewalk project (4-0)
- Authorized Mayor to execute $39,150 design agreement with Three Notch Partners for 2022 TAP Sidewalk Project (4-0)
- Approved seeking bids for concrete by unit price contract with two one-year extensions (4-0)
- Approved seeking bids for removal/replacement of existing sidewalks (4-0)
- Approved street light installation in Hunters Hill Subdivision Phase 1 at $1,152.36 annual cost (4-0)
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council will meet in regular session to consider several items, including public hearings on a honeybee zoning ordinance, a rezone request from Galanco, Inc., and an ABC license for Mikata Japanese Steakhouse. The agenda also includes approval of the consent agenda, a holiday schedule, and a request to close city offices for an employee luncheon. The meeting is largely procedural with routine items and public hearings.
- Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 10-05-21 regarding certain honeybees in certain zoning districts
- Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 10-05-21-A for Galanco, Inc. rezone
- Public hearing and consideration of ABC license request for Mikata Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
- Consideration of holiday schedule
- Request to close city offices for annual employee luncheon
The Enterprise City Council approved several items, including an ordinance allowing honeybees in certain zoning districts, a rezone of Legacy Farms Business Park from B-3 to R-65, and a restaurant retail liquor license for Mikata Japanese Steakhouse. They also adopted a resolution adding new job classifications, authorized agreements with First Baptist Church, and approved the holiday schedule. Turner Townsend was re-elected as Council President.
- Adopted Ordinance 10-05-21 allowing honeybees in certain zoning districts (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 10-05-21-A rezoning Legacy Farms Business Park from B-3 to R-65 (5-0)
- Approved ABC license for Mikata Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 11-02-21 adding Mechanic Trainee, Accounting Clerk, Athletics Coordinator, Senior Building Inspector positions (5-0)
- Authorized Mayor to execute agreements with First Baptist Church for greenspace and parking improvements (4-0, Townsend abstained)
- Approved holiday schedule: Christmas Dec 23-24, New Year's Dec 31 (5-0)
- Approved closing city offices Dec 15 for employee luncheon (5-0)
- Re-elected Turner Townsend as City Council President (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council will hold a regular session to consider several items, including a lighting services agreement with Alabama Power for a downtown parking lot, permission to seek bids for Civic Center audio/visual equipment, a request to hold a Young Eagles Rally at the airport, and an ABC license request for a local restaurant. The agenda also includes a permit request for a Veterans Parade and a consent agenda.
- Lighting services agreement with Alabama Power for downtown parking lot
- Request permission to seek bids for Civic Center AV equipment
- Request to hold Young Eagles Rally at Enterprise Municipal Airport
- ABC license request for Mikata Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
- Permit request for Veterans Parade
The City Council held a work session with no formal votes on substantive policy. Members directed staff to research short-term rentals for Planning Commission review, received an update on capital projects, and reviewed the upcoming agenda without changes. The Council unanimously voted to enter executive session for legal advice on real estate matters, then reconvened and adjourned.
- Directed staff to research short-term rentals for Planning Commission review (unanimous)
- Reviewed October 19 agenda with no additions, deletions, or changes
- Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice on real estate (5-0)
- Reconvened from executive session and adjourned work session
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council will meet to discuss the adoption of the FY 2022 Transportation Plan. The agenda includes public hearings for ABC license requests for three businesses. The council will also review contracts for the Chamber of Commerce and WEDC.
- Adoption of FY 2022 Transportation Plan
- ABC license requests for The Social on Main, Dollar General Store 22775, and Southern Traders 3111
- Review of FY 2022 Chamber of Commerce contract
- Review of FY 2022 WEDC contract
- Bid recommendation for Hwy 167 Sewer Utility Relocation
The Enterprise City Council approved the consent agenda, including $1,050,829.89 in accounts payable, and awarded a $1,097,330.00 bid to Blankenship Contracting, Inc. for sewer utility relocation on Hwy 167N, contingent on Alabama DOT approval. The council also approved three ABC liquor licenses, adopted the FY 2022 Transportation Plan, and passed several resolutions, including renewing contracts with the Chamber of Commerce and Wiregrass Economic Development Corporation. Two ordinances were introduced for public hearings in November: one to allow honeybees in certain zoning districts and one to rezone Legacy Farms Business Park lots to residential.
- Approved consent agenda including $1,050,829.89 accounts payable (5-0)
- Awarded Hwy 167N sewer utility relocation bid to Blankenship Contracting, Inc. for $1,097,330.00 (5-0)
- Approved ABC license for The Social on Main (Lounge Retail Liquor) at 108 N. Main St. (5-0)
- Approved ABC licenses for Dollar General Store 22775 at 611 N. Main St. (5-0)
- Approved ABC licenses for Southern Traders 3111 at 1114 Rucker Blvd. (5-0)
- Adopted FY 2022 Transportation Plan with $160,000 in Rebuild Alabama Act funds (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 10-05-21-A renewing Chamber of Commerce contract for $81,500 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 10-05-21-B renewing WEDC contract for $100,000 (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The council adopted several ordinances for rezoning land at Boll Weevil Circle and Maverick Way. They also approved a new business license code and regulations for food trucks. Additionally, the council passed the FY 2022 operating budget and awarded bids for various city vehicles and equipment.
- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget
- Rezoning of land at 0 Boll Weevil Circle and 10 Maverick Way
- Implementation of a new business license code effective January 1, 2022
- New regulations for food trucks in the city
- Awarding bid for a garbage truck in the amount of $204,001.00
Work Session
The Enterprise City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY 2022 budget. The agenda also includes any other business that may come before the council.
- FY 2022 Budget
The Enterprise City Council held a work session and discussed two proposed ordinances: one regulating food trucks (Ordinance 08-17-21-D) and one implementing a new business license code effective January 1, 2022 (Ordinance 08-17-21-C). The council reached consensus to table both ordinances until September 21 to allow time for revisions based on public feedback and recommendations. Staff reported that final plans for Phase II of the street resurfacing project will be reviewed next week, with bids expected to be advertised on September 22 for an estimated 17.5 miles of roads. No other agenda changes were requested.
- Tabled food truck ordinance 08-17-21-D until Sept. 21 for revisions
- Tabled business license ordinance 08-17-21-C until Sept. 21 for revisions
- Reviewed Sept. 7 council meeting agenda; no changes requested
- Noted street resurfacing Phase II bid advertisement expected Sept. 22
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council will hold public hearings regarding a new business license code and food truck regulations. The council will also review resolutions for ALDOT Senior Center funding and the ALM Economic Development Academy.
- Ordinance 08-17-21-C: New Business License Code
- Ordinance 08-17-21-D: Food Trucks
- ABC license request for Pop ’s Restaurant
- ALDOT agreement for Senior Center Section 5310 funding
- Oath of office for City Clerk and Fire Chief
The Enterprise City Council approved the consent agenda, permits for the DAV 5K and Girls Night Out, an ABC liquor license for Pop's Restaurant, and resolutions for a senior center van and ALM Economic Development Academy. Two ordinances—new business license code and food truck regulations—were tabled until September 21 for additional public comment. Trick-or-treat hours were set for October 30, 5-7 p.m.
- Approved consent agenda including $802,906.99 accounts payable (4-0, Townsend abstained)
- Approved DAV 5K permit for Oct. 23 (5-0)
- Approved Girls Night Out permit and street closure for Oct. 2 (5-0)
- Tabled Ordinance 08-17-21-C (business license code) until Sept. 21 (5-0)
- Tabled Ordinance 08-17-21-D (food trucks) until Sept. 21 (5-0)
- Approved ABC liquor license for Pop's Restaurant (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 09-07-21 for ALDOT senior center van agreement (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 09-07-21-A for ALM Economic Development Academy (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council will consider introducing a new business license code and an ordinance for mobile food trucks. The meeting also includes public hearings for ABC license requests and a bid review for police vehicle equipment.
- ABC license request for The Bridges at Tartan Pines LLC
- ABC license request for Carniceria LLC
- Bid recommendation for Police Department vehicle equipment
- Introduction of new business license code ordinance
- Introduction of mobile food truck ordinance
The Enterprise City Council approved several items, including a $35,937.30 bid for police vehicle equipment, acceptance of a $47,272.73 fire department grant, and the appointment of Beverly Sweeney as City Clerk. They also adopted ordinances for a property sale and introduced several rezoning and new business license ordinances for future public hearings.
- Approved bid for police vehicle equipment to S&P Communications, $35,937.30 (5-0)
- Approved ABC license for The Bridges at Tartan Pines (5-0)
- Approved ABC license for Carniceria LLC (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 08-17-21-E selling 0.29 acres on Lester Drive for $7,000 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 08-17-21 appointing Beverly Sweeney as City Clerk (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 08-17-21-A appointing Christopher Davis as Fire Chief (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 08-17-21-B accepting The Lakes Subdivision Phase II streets (5-0)
- Accepted $47,272.73 fire grant and authorized $4,727.27 match (5-0)
Work Session
The Enterprise City Council held a work session and interviewed Interim Fire Chief Christopher Davis for the permanent Fire Chief position. Council members reached consensus to appoint Davis, and a formal resolution will be presented at the August 17, 2021 council meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Consensus to appoint Christopher Davis as Fire Chief (resolution to be presented Aug. 17)
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council will meet on August 3, 2021, to review several business items. The agenda includes a public hearing for the Dura-Cast, Inc. rezoning and resolutions regarding 2021 CDBG fund assistance and local matches. The council will also consider ABC license requests for two entities.
- Rezoning for Dura-Cast, Inc.
- Resolution regarding intent to apply for 2021 CDBG Fund Assistance
- Resolution authorizing a local match for the 2021 CDBG Fund
- ABC license request for The Bridges at Tartan Pines LLC
- ABC license request for Carniceria LLC
The Enterprise City Council approved a rezoning of 8.92 acres owned by Dura-Cast, Inc. from M-2 to B-3 at 101 North Industrial Park Road. It also adopted resolutions to apply for a $272,900 CDBG grant and commit $39,000 in local match for demolition of abandoned properties. The council authorized the mayor to execute sewer and soccer complex agreements, an ARFF services MOA with Arista Aviation, bid advertisements for a sewer relocation project, and bid requests for sanitation vehicles. Two ABC license requests were introduced for public hearings on August 17, 2021.
- Adopted Ordinance 07-06-21 rezoning 8.92 acres from M-2 to B-3 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 08-03-21 to apply for $272,900 CDBG grant (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 08-03-21-A authorizing $39,000 local match for CDBG (4-0)
- Authorized mayor to execute sewer and soccer complex agreements (4-0)
- Authorized Interim Fire Chief to execute ARFF MOA with Arista Aviation (4-0)
- Authorized advertisement of bids for Highway 167N Sewer Utility Relocation (4-0)
- Approved seeking bids for sanitation vehicles and equipment (4-0)
- Introduced ABC license requests for The Bridges at Tartan Pines and Carniceria LLC
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council will consider ordinances regarding a cable franchise and entertainment districts. The council will also hold public hearings for ABC license requests at Ruby Tuesday and Legacy Foodmart.
- Ordinance 07-06-21-A (Troy Cablevision, Inc. Franchise)
- Ordinance 07-06-21-B (Prohibit Parking/Certain Downtown Events)
- Ordinance 07-06-21-C (Establish Entertainment Districts)
- ABC license request for Ruby Tuesday at 3743
- ABC license request for Legacy Foodmart at 6
The Enterprise City Council approved three ordinances: a 10-year cable franchise for Troy Cablevision with a 5% fee, a ban on parking during certain downtown events, and the establishment of an entertainment district. It also approved two ABC licenses for Ruby Tuesday 3743 and Legacy Foodmart 6, and authorized the mayor to sign a USDA agreement for nuisance wildlife control.
- Adopted Ordinance 07-06-21-A granting Troy Cablevision a 10-year nonexclusive cable franchise with a 5% fee.
- Adopted Ordinance 07-06-21-B prohibiting parking on certain streets during approved downtown events.
- Adopted Ordinance 07-06-21-C establishing an entertainment district with rules and regulations.
- Approved ABC license for Ruby Tuesday 3743 (Restaurant Retail Liquor) at 625 Boll Weevil Circle.
- Approved ABC license for Legacy Foodmart 6 (Retail Beer and Wine) at 6001 Boll Weevil Circle.
- Authorized mayor to execute USDA Cooperative Service Agreement for nuisance wildlife control, 50/50 cost share up to $10,000.
- Approved consent agenda including contract billings of $25,505.94 and travel requests.
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council will meet on July 6, 2021, to review franchise agreements and introduce new ordinances. The agenda also includes requests for ABC licenses and a street acceptance for Stonechase Subdivision.
- Rezoning ordinance for Dura-Cast, Inc.
- Franchise agreements for Spectrum Southeast LLC and Troy Cablevision, Inc.
- Ordinance to establish entertainment districts
- ABC license requests for Ruby Tuesday and Legacy Foodmart
- Acceptance of streets in Stonechase Subdivision, Phase III
The Enterprise City Council adopted Resolution 07-06-21-A, declaring Juneteenth an official city holiday and granting city employees one paid personal day to be used by December 31, 2021. The council also approved a 10-year cable franchise for Spectrum Southeast, LLC, and authorized several agreements, including a $6,000/month engineering services contract with Poly, Inc. and a $20,000 design services contract for City Hall renovations.
- Adopted Resolution 07-06-21-A declaring Juneteenth an official city holiday and granting employees one paid personal day by December 31, 2021.
- Adopted Ordinance 06-01-21 granting Spectrum Southeast, LLC a 10-year non-exclusive cable franchise with a 5% fee.
- Approved Consent Agenda including June accounts payable of $689,177.64 and contract billings of $3,951.82.
- Approved permit for Main Street 'Back to School Bash' on July 17, 2021, closing East College Street from Main to Edwards.
- Authorized Mayor to execute 5-year agreement with Poly, Inc. for engineering services at $6,000/month.
- Approved Task Order No. 47 with Poly, Inc. for technical assistance up to $50,000 annually.
- Authorized Mayor to execute agreements for City Hall renovations ($20,000), ESCC pool assessment ($10,500), and downtown parking lot design ($7,750).
- Authorized Police Chief to execute agreements with Benchmark Analytics ($9,150/year for 3 years) and InTime Services ($10,455 for 1 year).
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council will hold a regular session to consider two ordinances: one granting a franchise to Spectrum Southeast, LLC, and another updating check-writing policies. The meeting also includes public comments, a mayor's report, and council member comments.
- Ordinance 06-01-21: Spectrum Southeast, LLC franchise
- Ordinance 06-15-21: Update check writing policies
- Public comment period (3 minutes per person)
The Enterprise City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 06-15-21, updating check-writing policies to require two authorized signatories, with pre-approval from the CFO or Mayor if neither signatory is the CFO/Treasurer. The council also approved the consent agenda, including travel requests and inventory disposal, and introduced a cable franchise ordinance for Spectrum Southeast, LLC, which will be considered on July 6, 2021.
- Adopted Ordinance 06-15-21 updating check-writing policies (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including travel requests and inventory disposal (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 06-01-21 for Spectrum Southeast cable franchise, laid over to July 6, 2021
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council will meet on June 1, 2021, to discuss a rezoning ordinance and an IT services agreement. The agenda also includes requests for AV equipment bids and Library Board appointments.
- Public hearing and consideration of Spencer Rezone (Ordinance 05-04-21)
- Review and consideration of M 4 Technology/IT Services agreement
- Request to seek bids for Civic Center AV equipment
- Permit request for Military Appreciation Day on Main Street
- Consideration of Library Board appointments
The Enterprise City Council approved a $480,649.08 equipment purchase for Public Works, including a dozer, skid steer, loader, mowers, and asphalt trailer, and a five-year IT services agreement with M4 Technology Corp. at $8,500 per month. They also adopted Ordinance 05-04-21 rezoning 0.377 acres at 306 N. Rawls Street from B-2 to R-65, and approved a permit for Main Street Enterprise's Military Appreciation Day on June 12, 2021. The council introduced a cable franchise ordinance for Spectrum Southeast, LLC, to be considered on June 15, and appointed Carolyn McInnis and Carol Dreilinger to the Library Board.
- Approved Consent Agenda including May 2021 accounts payable totaling $610,605.05 and contract billings of $92,073.71 (4-0, Townsend abstained)
- Approved permit for Main Street Enterprise Military Appreciation Day on June 12, 2021, with street closures (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 05-04-21 rezoning 0.377 acres at 306 N. Rawls Street from B-2 to R-65 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 06-01-21 accepting public dedications for The Landing Subdivision, Phase II (5-0)
- Approved five-year IT services agreement with M4 Technology Corp. at $8,500 per month (5-0)
- Approved $480,649.08 equipment purchase for Public Works via Sourcewell (5-0)
- Approved seeking bids for new AV equipment for the Enterprise Civic Center (5-0)
- Appointed Carolyn McInnis and Carol Dreilinger to Library Board seats for four-year terms (5-0 each)
City Council
The Enterprise City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a single resolution authorizing the city's participation in the FY 2022 Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program. The agenda includes roll call, prayer, pledge, agenda approval, the resolution vote, and comments from the mayor and council members, followed by adjournment.
- Resolution 05-26-21 to approve participation in FY 2022 Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program
The Enterprise City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 05-26-21, authorizing the city's participation in the FY 2022 Transportation Alternatives Set Aside Program. The resolution allows the mayor to sign documents for a grant application to the Alabama Department of Transportation for sidewalk construction on Daleville Avenue from Highland Drive to Ouida Street, with the city self-funding the section from Ouida Street to the Bypass if approved.
- Adopted Resolution 05-26-21 authorizing FY 2022 TAP grant application (5-0)
- Approved proceeding with sidewalk grant application for Daleville Avenue from Highland Drive to Ouida Street
Public Notices
The Enterprise E-911 Board will meet on May 18, 2021, following the City Council Meeting. The meeting includes an update on a new 911 system and a financial review.
- Update on new 911 system
- Financial review
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council is holding its regular session on May 18, 2021. The agenda includes a memorandum of agreement with Main Street Alabama, a permit request for the 2021 Christmas Parade, recognition of Beauty Queens, and presentation of Extra Mile Awards. No old business is listed.
- Memorandum of Agreement with Main Street Alabama
- Permit request for Chamber of Commerce/2021 Christmas Parade
- Recognition of City of Enterprise Beauty Queens
- Presentation of Extra Mile Awards
- E-911 Board Meeting scheduled for May 18, 2021
The Enterprise City Council met in work session and discussed several items, including library board appointments, the 2021 Christmas parade, downtown event parking, a parking lot lease agreement, the meeting agenda, bond and project updates, a food truck ordinance, and the appointment of an interim/acting fire chief. No formal votes were taken on these items. The council unanimously voted to enter executive session for legal advice related to real estate, then reconvened and adjourned without further action.
- Entered executive session for real estate legal advice (4-0)
- Reconvened to work session after executive session
- Adjourned work session with no further business
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council will hold a work session on May 4, 2021. The scheduled agenda is limited to procedural discussions regarding the upcoming council meeting and other business.
- Discussion of the May 4, 2021, Council Meeting agenda
The Enterprise City Council approved Ordinance 04-06-21 rezoning 108.18 acres at 3400 Rocky Head Road from M-2 to M-D, and adopted Ordinance 05-04-21-A amending warrant payment schedules. It also approved the 'Back to School' sales tax holiday, created a Finance/Accounting Manager position, and authorized a police policy contract with Lexipol.
- Adopted Ordinance 04-06-21 rezoning 108.18 acres to Medical District (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 05-04-21-A amending warrant payment schedules (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 05-04-21 for 'Back to School' sales tax holiday July 16-18, 2021 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 05-04-21-A creating Finance/Accounting Manager position (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 05-04-21-B eliminating Jailer, adding Public Relations Technician (4-0)
- Authorized Police Chief to contract with Lexipol for policy guidelines, $34,628.57 this year (4-0)
- Approved $10,000 contribution to Alabama State Games (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $653,527.03 accounts payable (4-0)
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council will hold a regular session on April 20, 2021, with a tentative agenda that includes routine items such as approval of the consent agenda, recognition of a youth basketball team, a budget amendment request, and board appointments. No old business is listed, and the meeting appears to be largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings.
- Recognition of 2021 8U ARPA State Basketball Champions
- Presentation of Extra Mile Award
- Oath of office for CFO/Treasurer
- Budget amendment request (Engineering/Custodian)
- Board appointments
The Enterprise City Council met in work session and discussed several items, including a $10,000 contribution request for the Alabama State Games, the Christmas parade date, the 2021 bond issuance, and the upcoming council meeting agenda. No formal votes were taken on these items. The council unanimously voted to enter executive session to discuss legal advice and counsel related to real estate, and reconvened after about 10 minutes with no further business.
- Held executive session for real estate legal advice (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning request by Thomaston Company, LLC, and alcohol license requests for San Marcos Mexican Grill and Sidelines Bar and Grill. They will also consider resolutions for a Tier II conversion, an ALDOT funding application for the Senior Center, and an ALDOT agreement for the Hwy. 27 roundabout, among other items.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 03-02-21 (Thomaston Company, LLC Rezone)
- Public hearing and ABC license request for San Marcos Mexican Grill
- Public hearing and ABC license request for Sidelines Bar and Grill
- Resolution 04-06-21-C (ALDOT Funding Application/Sr. Center)
- Resolution 04-06-21-D (ALDOT Agreement/Hwy. 27 Roundabout)
The Enterprise City Council approved several items including rezoning, liquor licenses, vehicle bids, and various resolutions. They also appointed LeeAnn Swartz as CFO/Treasurer and administered the oath to Barry Mott as City Engineer. A resolution to provide Tier I retirement benefits to Tier II employees was denied.
- Adopted Ordinance 03-02-21 rezoning 3.28 acres at Hwy. 27 and Porter Lunsford Rd to B-3 (5-0)
- Approved ABC licenses for San Marcos Mexican Grill and Sidelines Bar and Grill (5-0 each)
- Awarded police vehicle bids to Donohoo Chevrolet totaling $225,789.06 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 04-06-21-F authorizing Series 2021-C Warrants for capital improvements (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinances 04-06-21-A and 04-06-21-B authorizing warrant issuances (5-0 each)
- Appointed LeeAnn Swartz as CFO/Treasurer via Resolution 04-06-21 (5-0)
- Denied Resolution 04-06-21-B for Tier I retirement benefits to Tier II employees (2-3)
- Adopted Resolution 04-06-21-G to end mask requirements at city buildings effective April 9 (5-0)
Public Notices
The Enterprise City Council will hold a work session to discuss the agenda for its regular meeting on the same date. The session is open to the public and may include other business.
- Discussion of March 16, 2021 council meeting agenda
- Any other business that may come before the council
The Enterprise City Council approved several items, including a $16,082 agreement with Axon for six police cameras and a docking station, the sale and donation of surplus police vehicles to Elba, and agreements with ALDOT and CDG Engineers for the Highway 27 roundabout. The council also appointed Barry Mott as City Engineer and Director of Public Works, adopted a pay adjustment for the Fire Chief, declared surplus property at 525 Glover Avenue, and approved equipment purchases and a fireworks permit for the Children's Festival. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $16,082 Axon police camera agreement (5-0)
- Authorized sale/donation of surplus police vehicles to Elba (5-0)
- Authorized ALDOT and CDG Engineers agreements for Hwy 27 roundabout (5-0)
- Appointed Barry Mott as City Engineer and Director of Public Works (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 03-16-21-A adjusting Fire Chief salary (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 03-16-21 declaring surplus property at 525 Glover Avenue (5-0)
- Approved $20,046 Parks & Recreation equipment purchase (5-0)
- Approved fireworks for Children's Festival on May 1, 2021 (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council will hold a regular session to consider several appointments and a purchase. Key items include a resolution to appoint a Chief of Police, a school board appointment, and a request to buy playground equipment for Westside Park. The meeting also includes routine items like consent agenda and public comments.
- Resolution 03-02-21 to appoint Chief of Police
- School board appointment
- Request to purchase playground equipment for Westside Park
- Oath of office for Jonathan Tullos
The Enterprise City Council approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable and contract billings, and granted permits for several community events. It adopted resolutions appointing Michael G. Moore as Police Chief, accepting maintenance of a portion of County Road 539 (Archer Trail), and approving FY21 budget amendments. The council also approved seeking bids for Phase II of the Street Resurfacing Project and purchasing playground equipment for Westside Park.
- Approved the agenda as amended, deleting the School Board Appointment item.
- Approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable totaling $606,653.04 and contract billings of $91,224.76.
- Approved a permit for Wiregrass Emergency Pregnancy Services to hold a 5K and March for Life on April 24.
- Approved permits for Main Street Enterprise events, including Spring Festival and Whoville Celebration, with a special events alcohol license for the Spring Festival.
- Approved permits for Chamber of Commerce events, including Boll Weevil Fall Festival and Christmas Parade.
- Adopted Resolution 03-02-21 appointing Michael G. Moore as Police Chief.
- Adopted Resolution 03-02-21-A accepting maintenance of a portion of County Road 539 (Archer Trail).
- Adopted Resolution 03-02-21-B approving FY21 budget amendments.
Work Session
The Enterprise City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They heard a proposal for a $1.5849/hour pay increase for certified firefighters, a $47,500 salary study with Condrey and Associates, and a transportation plan report. The council then entered executive session for legal advice and reconvened without further action.
- Heard FY 2020 Transportation Plan Report (no action)
- Discussed proposed $1.5849/hour firefighter pay raise (no vote)
- Discussed $47,500 salary study with Condrey and Associates (no vote)
- Moved into executive session for legal advice (4-0)
Work Session
The City Council interviewed two candidates for police chief and reached consensus to appoint Michael Moore. A formal resolution will be presented at the March 2 council meeting. The council also held an executive session for legal advice on reputation and character.
- Consensus to appoint Michael Moore as Police Chief (formal resolution pending March 2)
- Held executive session for legal advice on reputation and character (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council is holding its regular session with a largely procedural agenda, including approval of the consent agenda, police department awards and promotions, and public comments. No old business is listed, and the mayor's report and council comments are scheduled. The meeting is mostly routine with no specific action items detailed.
- Presentation of EPD awards
- Recognition of police promotions
- Privilege of the floor for public comments (3 minutes per person)
- Mayor's report and council member comments
The Enterprise City Council unanimously approved Resolution 02-16-21 appointing Jonathan Tullos as City Administrator. The council also approved a permit for a Spring Fair, authorized seeking bids for police vehicles, and approved the consent agenda including travel requests and inventory disposal.
- Appointed Jonathan Tullos as City Administrator (unanimous)
- Approved Spring Fair permit for March 30-April 3, 2021 behind 609 Boll Weevil Circle (unanimous)
- Authorized seeking bids for police vehicles: 4 Chevrolet Tahoes, 2 Chevrolet Silverados, 1 Ford F-150 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including travel requests and disposal of 2 brown cloth chairs (unanimous)
- Approved volunteer police roster including Michael Truckey (unanimous)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning for BRB Enterprises, Inc. and an ABC license request for Mufasas LLC. The council will also review a final change order for FY20 Resurfacing Improvements, Phase 1.
- Rezoning for BRB Enterprises, Inc. (Ordinance 01-05-21)
- ABC license request for Mufasas LLC
- Change Order No. 2 for FY20 Resurfacing Improvements, Phase 1
The Enterprise City Council approved a rezoning ordinance for 7.39 acres at 1400 Geneva Highway, changing it from R-75-S (Residential) to B-1 (General Business), with no public comments. The council also approved an ABC license for Mufasas LLC, a parade permit for the St. Patrick's Day event, and two change orders for construction projects. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on the consent agenda.
- Adopted Ordinance 01-05-21 rezoning 7.39 acres at 1400 Geneva Highway from R-75-S to B-1 (5-0)
- Approved ABC license for Mufasas LLC at 2952 Rucker Blvd (5-0)
- Approved parade permit for St. Patrick's Day Parade and 0.5K Fun Run on March 13, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for New Airport Terminal, increasing contract to $982,224.00 (5-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 2 - Final for FY20 Resurfacing, reducing contract to $1,068,133.39 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including accounts payable and travel requests (4-0, Townsend abstained)
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council will hold public hearings for ABC license requests for Bugsy's Saloon and Mufasas. The council will also review a resolution regarding New Enterprises, LLC and discuss street lighting modifications.
- ABC license request for Bugsy's Saloon
- Resolution 01-19-21 for New Enterprises, LLC
- Review of street lighting modification
- Nomination to the Health Care Authority
- ABC license request for Mufasas
The Council discussed and supported placing a resolution on the agenda to approve one-time salary increases for department heads who took on additional duties. They also discussed a $400,000 economic development incentive request from New Enterprise, LLC for a Marriott or Hilton branded hotel at Camellia Commons, with a public hearing to be held before consideration. No final votes were taken during the work session; the items were placed on the regular agenda for the January 19, 2021 meeting.
- Placed Resolution 01-19-21-A (department head pay adjustments) on the regular agenda
- Discussed $400,000 hotel incentive request for New Enterprise, LLC (no vote taken)
- Reviewed process for Police Chief applicants: council to narrow 14 to 3 finalists
- Directed HR to close City Administrator job posting; Mayor to review applications
- Approved regular agenda with addition of Resolution 01-19-21-A
- Held executive session for legal advice (5:25-6:00 p.m. and 6:40-7:00 p.m.)
City Council Meeting
The Enterprise City Council approved a permit for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day march on January 10, 2021, from 3-4 p.m., starting at City Hall and ending at Johns Chapel AME Church. The council also adopted three ordinances related to M&S Development, LLC: annexing 15.57 acres as R-100 residential, annexing 2.72 acres as AG-2 agricultural, and rezoning 31.64 acres from AG-2 to R-100. Additionally, the council approved a $1.5849 per hour pay increase for certified firefighters and authorized a $47,500 salary study agreement with Condrey and Associates, Inc.
- Approved MLK march permit for Jan 10, 2021 (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 12-01-20 annexing 15.57 acres as R-100 (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 12-01-20-A annexing 2.72 acres as AG-2 (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 12-01-20-B rezoning 31.64 acres from AG-2 to R-100 (4-0)
- Approved 2021 Main Street Board of Directors nominees by acclamation
- Approved FY 2020 Transportation Plan Report (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 01-05-21 for $1.5849/hr firefighter pay raise (4-0)
- Authorized $47,500 salary study agreement with Condrey and Associates (4-0)