HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-08-2024 City Council MinutesSTATE OF ALABAMA
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The City Council , City of Fairhope, met in regular session at
6:00 p.m., Fairhope Municipal Complex Council Chamber,
161 North Section Street , Fairhope, Alabama 36532, on
Mondav, 8 April 2024 .
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Present were Council President Corey Martin, Councilmembers: Jack Burre ll ,
Jimmy Conyers , Jay Robinson , and Kevin Boone, Mayor Sherry Sullivan, City
Attorney Marcus E . McDowell, and City Clerk Lisa A. Hanks.
There being a quorum present , Counci I President Martin called the meeting to
order. The invocation was given by Dr. Louis Johnson of Fairhope Avenue Baptist
Church and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Councilmember Conyers moved to
approve minutes of the 21 March 2024 , regular meeting; and minutes of the 21 March
2024 , work session . Seconded by Councilmember Burrell , motion passed
unanimously by voice vote .
Mayor Sullivan addressed the City Council and read a Proclamation for
National Child Abuse Prevention Month which is April. Tina with Baldwin County
Child Advocacy accepted the Proclamation. She mentioned next week , April 14, 2024
through April 20, 2024 is National Public Telecommunications Week. Mayor Sullivan
thanked Chief Stephanie Hollinghead and the Fairhope Dispatchers who are our
"unsung heroes ." She announced the City getting 3 million dollars for the land
adjacent to the H. L. Sonny Callahan Airport ; and thanked Senator Katie Britt and
Congressman Jerry Carl secured these funds for the City to use on the westside for a
small industrial site.
Alan Samry and Coach Miller addressed the City Council and briefly
explained the Fairhope Historic Building Plaques Downtown Self-Guided Walking
Tour. He said to use the map to discover Fairhope 's historic buildings ; and scan the
QR Codes on the plaques to learn the history.
Chief Hollinghead addressed the City Council and recognized two Fairhope
K-9 Police Officers : Kumba and Officer Seay. She read a plaque for the retirement of
K-9 Officer Kumba who will be now li ving with Officer Seay for the remainder of his
life.
Councilmember Burrell commented that the grant funds awarded will be used
to put in the infrastructure for a Light Industrial Park.
Councilmember Robinson thanked the people who came out to support FEEF
during the first Pickleball Tournament and the Mayor's Annual Golf Tournament.
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Councilmember Martin commented on the Mayor's Golf Tournament.
A Public Hearing was held as advertised on the request for a Lounge Liquor
License by Lorra Wiggins, 2 Shots In, Incorporated, d/b/a 2 Shots In, 333 S. Greeno
Road, Fairhope, AL 36532. The public hearing was opened at 6: 16 p.m. No one
present opposed the proposed Lounge Liquor License. The public hearing closed at
6:16 p .m. Councilmember Robinson moved to approve the issuance of the license.
Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote .
Councilmember Burrell moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1794, an
ordinance to annex City of Fairhope property, multiple contiguous parcels in
Fairhope, Alabama: Nature Park parcel, Flying Creek Nature Reserve House parcel,
and others. PPINS: 210294, 11744, 007497, 222828, and 031457. (Introduced at the
March 21, 2024 City Council Meeting) Seconded by Councilmember Conyers,
motion for final adoption passed by the following voice votes: AYE -Burrell , Martin,
Conyers, Robinson, and Boone. NAY -None.
Councilmember Conyers moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1795, an
ordinance to annex City of Fairhope and Fairhope Single Tax Corporation contiguous
property -103350 County Road 48, Fairhope, Alabama . PPINS: 211345, 248 I 15,
248116, 257617, and 77864. (Introduced at the March 21, 2024 City Council
Meeting) Seconded by Councilmember Burrell, motion for final adoption passed by
the following voice votes: AYE -Burrell, Martin, Conyers, Robinson, and Boone.
NAY-None.
Councilmember Conyers introduced in wntmg Ordinance No. 1796, an
ordinance to authorize the issuance of City of Fairhope's General Obligation Water
and Sewer Warrant, Series 2024, in the principal amount of $25,000,000.00. In order
to take immediate action, Councilmember Boone moved for immediate consideration.
Seconded by Councilmember Burrell, motion for immediate consideration passed
unanimously by the following voice votes: AYE -Burrell, Martin, Conyers,
Robinson, and Boone. NAY -None. Councilmember Conyers then moved for final
adoption of Ordinance No. 1796. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion for
final adoption passed by the following voice votes: AYE -Burrell, Martin, Conyers,
Robinson, and Boone. NAY -None.
Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council approves the selection by
the Evaluation Team for Professional Engineering Services for (RFQ PS24-016) the
installation of a 16" Force Sewer Main with 2 Lift Stations Along State Highway 181
to Kimley-Horn and Associates; and authorize Mayor Sherry Sullivan to negotiate the
not-to-exceed fee to be approved by Council. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5027-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA , That the City Council approves the selection of Kimley-
Hom and Associates an engineering firm by the evaluation team for Professional
Engineering Services for the installation of a 16" Force Sewer Main with 2 Lift
Stations along State Highway 181 from Laurel brook Subdivision to Fairhope A venue;
and hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivap negotiate the fee to he approved by
Council. • \..
DULY ADOPTED T S 8TH DAY 0
Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
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City C lerk
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 24-030) to Automation
Control Service, LLC (ACS) for SCADA System for Water Treatment Plant No . 1
with a bid proposal not-to-exceed $170,110.00 base bid and an estimated annual cost
of $10,120.00 ($2 ,530.00 per day associated with providing onsite service within 24
hours) for emergency repairs . Seconded by Councilmember Conyers , motion passed
unanimously by voice vote .
RESOLUTION NO. 5028-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA , as follows:
[ 1] That the City of Fairhope did request , receive, and open bids to procure services
for (Bid No . 24-030) SCADA System for Water Treatment Plant No . 1 at 555 South
Section Street, City of Fairhope offices, Fairhope, Alabama.
[2] At th e appointed time and place, only one bid was received as follows :
Automation Control Service, LLC $170,110.00 plus
Estimated Annual Cost of $10,120.00 for emergency repairs
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[3] After evaluating the bids with required specifications , Automated Control
Services, LLC is now awarded (Bid No. 24-030) for SCADA System for Water
Treatment Plant No. I with a bid proposal not-to-exceed $170 ,110 .00 base bid and an
estimated annual cost of $10,120.00 ($2,530. pe • day as sociated with pro v iding
onsite service within 24 hours) for emergency
DULY ADOPTED THIS 8T
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest:
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City Clerk
Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution , a resolution to award (Bid No . 24 -034) to Morrow Water
Technologies , Inc . for Water Treatment Plant No . I Finished Water Pumps and
Variable Frequency Drives with a bid proposal not-to -exceed $253 ,945.00 . Seconded
by Councilmember Robinson , motion passed unanimously by voice vote .
RESOLUTION NO. 5029-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows :
[ 1] That the City of Fairhope did request , receive, and open bids to procure services
for (Bid No . 24 -034) Water Treatment Plant No . I Finished Water Pumps and
Variable Frequency Drives at 555 South Section Street , City of Fairhope offices ,
Fairhope, Alabama.
[2] At the appointed time and place , bids were received and tabulated as follows :
Morrow Water Technologies , Inc . $253 ,945 .00
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[3) After evaluating the bids with required specifications, Morrow Water
Technologies , Inc. is now awarded (Bid No. 24 -034) for Water Treatment Plant No . I
Finished Water Pumps and Variable Frequenc y ·ves for hid propo sa l not-to-exceed
cost of $253,945.00 . )
DULY ADOPTED THIS 8T DAY O APRJL 2024
Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
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City Clerk
Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution , a resolution that Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized
to execute a contract with Krebs Engineering for (RFQ PS24-018-2024-PWI-020)
Professional Engineering Services for Water Main Repair/Replacement at US Hwy 98
Crossing at Fly Creek for a not-to-exceed cost of $48,000.00. Seconded by
Councilmember Burrell , motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5030-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVE RNING OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That Mayor Sherry Sul van is erehy authori zed to execute
a contract with Krebs Engineering for (RFQ PS24 01 8-202 41-PWl -020) for Profe ss ional
Engineering Services for Water Main Repair/Rep I· cement at IS Hw y 9 8 Cr0s sing at Fl y
Creek; with a not-to-exceed cost of $48,000 .00.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 8TH D
Core y Ma11in , Council Pre s i~
Attest:
City Cler
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Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution to reject all bids (Bid No. 24-032) for Asphalt
and Concrete Repairs Annual Contract, and authorize the re-bid the annual contract
under Code of Alabama 1975, Section 41-16-57(d). Seconded by Councilmember
Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5031-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[I] That the City Council to reject all bids • d No . 24-032) for Asphalt and
Concrete Repairs Annual Contract, and aut orize the re-hid the annual contract
under Code of Alabama 1975,Section41-1 . -57((/ii).
ADOPTED ON THIS 8T DAY F APRIL 2024 -------
Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
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City Clerk
Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope authorizes Founders
Park Pavilion/Office Project Expansion of a New Bathroom Building Project at
Founders Park to enclose the existing Mechanical Room and to add office space and
an Open Pavilion; and to approve the procurement of labor only for the project from
Seale Marine Construction for a not-to-exceed cost of $25,600.00; and to approve the
transfer of budget funds from the Volanta Park Bathroom Project (Capital Project
Funds) of $80,000.00 to Founders Park Pavilion/Office project. Seconded by
Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5032-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[ l] That the City of Fairhope authorizes Founders Park Pavilion/Office Project
expansion of a New Bathroom Building Project at Founders Park to enclose the
existing Mechanical Room and to add office space and an Open Pavilion; and to
approve the procurement of labor only for project from Seale Marine Construction for
a not-to-exceed cost of $25,600.00; and to approve the transfer of budget funds from
the Volanta Park Bathroom Project (Capital Project Funds) of $80,000.00 to the
Founders Park Pavilion/Office Project.
[2] A Request for Quote was sent to three (3) qualified contractors. The lowest quote
for labor was from Seale Marine Construction.
[3] The cost of materials will be approximate I Sixty Thousand $60 ,000 .00 ; and will
be purchased directly by the City to save on xes and tndor markup.
ADOPTED ON THIS 8TH AY OF AP~I L .::,;20~~--
Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
City Clerk
Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 24-037) to Gresco Utility
Supply for Light Package for Greeno Road with a bid proposal not-to-exceed
$284 ,210 .00 . Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimou sly by
voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5033-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[ 1] That the City of Fairhope did request, receive , and open bids to procure services
for (Bid No . 24 -037) Light Package for Greeno Road at 555 South Section Street,
City of Fairhope offices , Fairhope, Alabama.
[2] At the appointed time and place, bids were received and tabulated as follows :
Please see attached Bid Tabulation
(Bid No . 24-037) Light Package for Greeno Road
[3] After evaluating the bids with required specifi cations , Gresco Utility Supply is
now awarded (Bid No. 24-037) Light Package for Greeno Road for the annual not-to -
exceed cost of $284 ,210 .00 .
DULY ADOPTED THIS 8T
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest:
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City Attorney Marcus McDowell read the proposed amended resolution to
award the Mass Outdoor Notification System to G & H Systems , LLC.
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following amended resolution, a resolution that the City Council awards a
contract (Bid No. 24-027) for an Outdoor Mass Notification System with G & H
Systems, LLC (sole bidder), with a total contract price of $106 ,250.00, that includes a
$92,750 .00 lump sum for materials/equipment and $ I 3,500.00 for a maintenance and
support agreement. Seconded by Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously
by voice vote.
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RESOLtrflON NO. 5034-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY O THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council awards a contract 1d No .,24-027) for an Ou tdoor Mass
Notification System with G & H Systems, LLC (sol bidder), vith a total contract price of
$ I 06,250.00, that includes a $92,750.00 lump sum s/equipment and $ I 3,500.00
for a maintenance and support agreement.
Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
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City Clerk
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves Mayor
Sherry Sullivan's selection of Pyro Productions Inc. as Professional Consultant for
(RFQ PS24-0l 9) Design and Production of the Fireworks Display for 4th of July
2024, pursuant to Code of Alabama, "Pyrotechnic Shooter Law;" and authorizes
Mayor Sullivan to negotiate a fee schedule and establish a not-to-exceed limit with
this firm. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by
voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5035-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING B ' OF TIIE CITY OF FAIR.HOPE,
ALABAMA, as follows: That Mayor Sherry , tllivao is hereby authorized to execute a
Contract with Pyro Productions Inc . for a Pro~ siona! Consu lt ant for (RFQ PS24-0l9) for
the Design and Production of Fireworks Displa for 4 1 of July 2024; and au th orizes Mayor
Sherry Sullivan to negotiate a fee schedule and stahli . 1 a not-to-exceed limit with this firm.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 8
Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
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Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the
procurement of Start-up and Training for the GPL 750 Standard CI D2 Gas Odorizer
from LincEnergy as the manufacturer. The cost will not-to-exceed $ I 3 ,350.00.
Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote .
RESOLUTION NO. 5036-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[I] That the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of the Start-up and
Training from LincEnergy for the GPL 750 Standard CID2 Gas Odorizer for the
not-to-exceed cost of $13 ,350.00 ; and LincE " is the Manufacturer and Sole
Source for Start-up and Training for the gas d o ri z er.
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest:
·~ City Clerk
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution , a resolution that the City of Fairhope requested an additional
$3 ,589,095.35 Working Waterfront and Greenspace Restoration project from the
Alabama Gulf Coast Recovery Council (AGCRC) to award RESTORE Act Direct
Component MJP funds which is 75% of the overrun amount. The AGCRC has
approved this request and the City of Fairhope has committed to cover the remaining
25% ($1 ,186 ,365 .11); and that the City Council authorizes the Mayor to sign the co -
funding commitment letter on behalf of the Cit y. Seconded by Councilmember
Conyers , motion passed unanimously by voice vote .
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RESOLUTION NO. 5037-24
APPROVAL OF CO-FUNDING COMMITMENT
FOR GRANT NO. M1A14-FHWW RESTORE ACT WORKING WATERFRONT
AND GREENSPACE RESTORATION
WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope was awarded a RESTORE Act Grant (MI A 14-
FHWW) from the US Department of Treasury on September 15 , 2022 in the amount of
$5,212,919.00 for the City of Fairhope's Working Waterfront and Greenspace Restoration
Project construction phase; and
WHEREAS , the City did bid the project two times with the one (1) bid coming in at
$11,629,458.61 which was $6,416,539 .61 over the amount allocated for construction
costs on the grant; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope did reject the bid and entered into negotiations with
the bidder to reduce the construction costs by$ 1,641,079.15 to $9,988,379.46; and
WHEREAS, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
(ADCNR) did request additional RESTORE Act Direct Component MIP funds from
Alabama Gulf Coast Recovery Council (AGCRC) for $3,589,095 .35 (75% of the overrun
amount) to cover the additional costs; and
WHEREAS , the AGCRC approved the additional amount on April 1, 2024 increasing
the total grant amount to $8,802,014.35 with $1 ,186,365.11 overrun remaining; and
NOW, THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, IN
REGULAR SESSION ASSEMBLED, that the City will commit to cover the remaining
construction costs of$ 1,186,365 .11; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE err, • OF \ FAIRHOPE, that the Council
authorizes the Mayor to sign the co-funding com1 itment letter on behalf (:!.!.)f~· .-'-Y..:.._
DULY ADOPTED THIS 8TH
Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
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Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution , a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves
Amendment No . 1 to the Contract Agreement with Watershed for (RFQ PS24-008)
Professional Architectural and Engineering Services for Nature Center Building
Rehabilitation for a not-to -exceed amount of $4 ,400.00, increasing the original
contract total to $52 ,400 .00; and hereby authorize Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute
the contract amendment. Seconded by Councilmember Boone, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote .
RESOLUTION NO. 5038-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that the City of Fairhope approves Amendment No. 1 to
the Contract Agreement with Watershed for (RFQ PS24 -008) Professional
Architectural and Engineering Services for Nature Center Building Rehabilitation for
a not-to-exceed amount of $4,400 .00 , increasing the original contract total to
$52,400 .00 ; and hereby authorize Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute the contract
amendment.
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest:
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City Clerk
Councilmember Burrell moved to grant the request of the Boy Scouts of
America Troop 47 requesting permission to hold a one-time, overnight camp at
Flying Creek Nature Preserve as a service project. Seconded by Councilmember
Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote .
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council hereby approves and
authorizes the City of Fairhope to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between
the Alabama Enforcement Agency (ALEA), and the City of Fairhope Police
Department pursuant to Section 36-21 -49 , Code of Alabama 1975 . Seconded by
Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously by voice vote .
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RESOLUTION NO. 5039-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, that the City Council hereby approves • d authorizes the City of Fairhope to
execute a Memorandum of Understanding betwee he A,.lahama Law Enforcement Agency
(ALEA), and the City of Fairhope Police Departm t pursuant to Section 36-21-49 , Code of
Alabama 1975. _ /
ADOPTED ON THIS 8TH AYJF ~~
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Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
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Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution to authorize submission to the FEMA Homeland
Security Grant Program to purchase eight (8) Gibraltar 20' Vehicle Mitigation
Barriers to utilize at four major intersections during events for the City of Fairhope
Police Department. The total cost is $76,000.00, with no match required. The
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is the state administrative agency for
this grant. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by
voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5040-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council hereby authorizes submission to FEMA
Homeland Security Grant Program to approve • 11 (8) G ihraltar 20' Vehicle
Mitigation Barriers to utilize at four major inters tion during events . The total cost
is $76,000 .00, with no match required; and lah am I Law Enforceme nt Agency
(ALEA) is the state administrative agency fort
DULY ADOPTED THIS 8TH
Corey Martin, Council President
ATTEST:
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City Council reviewed an application for a Restaurant Liquor License by
Douglas Kerr, Dragonfly Productions , LLC, d/b/a Dragonfly Food Bar, located at
18874 Section Street, Fairhope, Alabama 36532 . Councilmember Burrell moved to
approve the issuance of the license. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion
passed unanimously by voice vote.
City Council reviewed an application for a Restaurant Liquor License by
David Holloway, Holloway Catering LLC , d/b/a Delta Grocery, located at 8594 US
Hwy 98 , Fairhope, Alabama 36532. Councilmember Conyers moved to approve the
issuance of the license . Seconded by Councilmember Robinson , motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
City Council reviewed an application for a Beer/Wine Off Premises License
by John Matthew Poplawski, Wawa Alabama LLC , d/b/a Wawa 580 I , located at
38968 Greeno Road, Fairhope, Alabama 36532 . Councilmember Conyers moved to
approve the issuance of the license . Seconded by Councilmember Burrell , motion
passed unanimously by voice vote.
City Council reviewed an application for a Restaurant Liquor License by
William Fusaiutti , Bens Jr BBQ LLC , d/b/a Bens Jr. BBQ, located at 552 N. Section
Street, Fairhope, Alabama 36532 . Councilmember Conyers moved to approve th e
issuance of the license . Seconded by Councilmember Robinson , motion pas sed
unanimously by voice vote.
The following individuals spoke during Public Participation for Non-Agend a
Items:
1) Jessie Patterson, 10630 County Road 1, addressed the City Council regarding the
Fitness Court and said it was a good move . Mr. Patterson commented that the
Fairhope Public Library is fabulous and we love it.
2) Rebecca Watson, 124 Fig Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding her
opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library . She
requested that the City Council have the Library relocate the books .
3) Kim Baer, 114 Echo Lane, addressed the City Council regarding her opposition
to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library. She said
inappropriate books need to be relocated .
4) Wendy Pickerling from Orange Beach addressed the City Council regarding her
opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library. She
requested inappropriate books to be relocated.
5) Doug Greengard, 311 Wakefield Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding
his opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library.
He told the City Council that if no one say anyth ing , you agree with it.
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Councilmember Robinson said you have a right to be heard and have your
own opinions. He said companies rate these books like movies; and inappropriate
books should not be in the kids section if not rated for them. Councilmember
Robinson said he would not let his children read inappropriate material.
6) Allen Hammack, 313 Blackfriars Street, addressed the City Council regarding his
opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library.
7) Charles Wilson, 489 Bartlett Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding his
opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library.
8) Nicole Krammer, resident of Fairhope, addressed the City Council regarding her
opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library. She
requested inappropriate books to be relocated not banned.
9) Carol Wilson, 489 Bartlett Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding her
opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library. Ms .
Wilson said she challenged a book; appealed the decision; and the Library Board
upheld the Director's decision.
10) Alesia Waugh, 103 Par Circle, addressed the City Council regarding her support for
the Fairhope Public Library. She showed the audience her cell phone and said books
should not be banned but take the cell phone away. Ms . Waugh commented that
books should be available to everyone.
11) Renee Wilkins, 35474 State Highway 225 , Spanish Fort , Alabama, addressed the City
Council regarding her opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope
Public Library. She requested inappropriate books to be relocated .
12) Debbie Greengard, 311 Wakefield Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding her
opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library.
13) Melissa Gates, 1280 Rigby Road, Mobile AL, addressed the City Council regarding
her opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library.
14) Sarah Bogdanovich, 61 8 Bellangee, addressed the City Council regarding her support
for the Fairhope Public Library. She is a social worker and registered clinical
therapist who works with problematic children . Ms. Bogdanovich stated she
recognizes parents are concerned but said she has never heard anyone say they read
to be this way.
15) Brian Dasinger, 115 Keplar Avenue , passed out a resolution titled "Baldwin County
Conservative Coalition Resolution." He addressed the City Council regarding his
opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library. He told
the City Council to take a vote to show where they stand .
16) Elizabeth Williams , 702 Greenwood Avenue , addressed the City Council regarding
her support the Fairhope Public Library. She said that members were asked to wear
yellow to show their support.
1 7) Celia Waters, 308 South Tee Drive, addressed the City Council regarding her
opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library.
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Council President Martin stated for the record, "we have gone to the Library
and looked at the sections being discussed ."
18) Sela Robbins, 59 Fels Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding her support the
Fairhope Public Library and stated the books could be shelved somewhere but
available if needed. Ms. Robbins said she needed books after her mother passed away
due to opioids .
19) David Gespass, 40 Echo Lane, addressed the City Council regarding his support the
Fairhope Public Library. He said the books are there for young adults ; and those who
need help and gets help with the books.
20) Rian Hamby, 19849 Buds Lane, addressed the City Council regarding his support the
Fairhope Public Library. He commented that these are not City problems; and said he
is here to support the City Council, Mayor, Fairhope Public Library, Fairhope Library
Board , and Fairhope Library employees . Mr. Hamby said we should be looking at
traffic issues, infrastructure, etc .
21) Brent Shaw, 19721 Hunters Loop, regarding his opposition to some books in the teen
section of the Fairhope Public Library.
22) Lorraine Sewell, 13974 State Highway 181 , regarding her support the Fairhope
Public Library and stated kids are exposed to things outside of the Library.
23) Carrie Hosier, 10261 Wexford Lane, Daphne, Alabama, addressed the City Council
regarding her opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public
Library ; and these affect lives at home .
24) Leigh Bancroft, 18633 Twin Beech Road, regarding her support the Fairhope Public
Library and stated the books help teens process their problems; and help cope with
the problems too .
25) Lindsay Windom, 22811 Hillwood Road, regarding her support the Fairhope Public
Library and works with the Library. She said we want to protect kids but parents have
the ultimate say .
26) Randy Hosier, 10261 Wexford Lane, Daphne, Alabama, addressed the City Counci I
regarding his opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public
Library.
27) Stephanie Durnin, 209 Hemlock Drive, addressed the City Council regarding her
opposition to some books in the teen section of the Fairhope Public Library; and
would like the books relocated.
Councilmember Robinson addressed the audience and said we want our
children to see good or to not see bad until they are at the right age. He commented
that the adults who disagreed with the others and vice versa, the behavior seen tonight
is unacceptable behavior. Councilmember Robinson said we want everything to be
better for our children.
Council President Martin announced that Agenda Item Number 29 (Executive
Session) was pulled from the Agenda .
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Councilmember Burrell moved to adjourn the meeting . Seconded by
Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously hy voice vote .
There being no further business o re the C it y Coun cil , th e meeting
was duly adjourned at 8 :02 p .m .
Corey Martin , Council President
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