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Home My WebLink About06-24-2024 City Council Work Session MinutesSTATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF BALDWIN ) ( )( The City Council met in a Work Session at 4:30 p.m., Fairhope Municipal Complex Council Chamber, 161 North Section Street, Fairhope, Alabama 36532, on Monday, 24 June 2024. Present were Council President Pro Tempore Jack Burrell, Councilmembers: Jimmy Conyers, Jay Robinson, and Kevin Boone; and Mayor Sherry Sullivan, City Attorney Marcus E. McDowell, and Assistant City Clerk Jenny Opal Wilson. Council President Corey Martin and City Clerk Lisa Hanks were absent. Council President Pro Tempore Jack Burrell called the meeting to order at 4:33 p.m. The following topics were discussed: The first item on the agenda was a presentation by Hope Community. Shawn Graham, President, gave introduction and acknowledged board members and committee chairpersons. Shawn gave brief on Hope Community as a non-profit organization formed to nurture unity and relationships through food, healing, and education. Together, we are preserving and revitalizing the area historically known as Fairhope South along with 156- year old African American community of Twin Beech. Our plan calls for the development of the Anna T. Jeanes property as a Teaching Farm and Education Center. The mission is nurturing unity and relationships through food, healing, and education. Our vision for Hope Community envisions a thriving and interconnected community where all individuals have access to locally sourced healthy foods, employment opportunities, and cultural enrichments which foster sustainable and resilient living. John Fitzgerald, Finance & Fundraising Chairperson gave brief on funding opportunities. Shawn and John addressed City Council questions and thanked the City Council. Council President Pro Tempore Jack Burrell thanked Hope Community. Presentation is included within minutes. The second item on the agenda was a presentation by the Fairhope Arts and Crafts Foundation. Laura English, President, gave introduction and acknowledged Steven Roberts, Board Member. Laura gave brief update on this year's Arts & Crafts Festival which was two days due to weather with an extension on Saturday evening. Laura discussed over the past seven years the Foundation has put $265,000.00 back into the community through scholarships and donations. The Foundation would like to donate this year $20,000.00 to the City of Fairhope to go to Arts Alley to stain the Parking Garage with our logo. A check will be issued to the City of Fairhope for the donation. Next year's festival will be held on March 14-16, 2025. New board members on eighth year. A new Memorandum of Understanding and Agreement forthcoming. Laura answered City Council questions, and thanked City Council. Council President Pro Tempore Jack Burrel thanked the Fairhope Arts and Crafts Foundation. Monday, June 24, 2024 Page -2- The third item on the Agenda was a presentation on Tatumville Gully Outfall by Richard Johnson, City Engineer. Richard presented a copy of the Tatumville Gully Outfall -Magnolia Beach Condo Map to the City Council. Richard introduced Dr. Walker of Magnolia Beach Condos Association. Richard gave brief on the Tatumville Gully Watershed, which drains the southern third of the city proper, discharges (outfalls) into Mobile Bay through the center of Magnolia Beach Condominiums located at 710 S. Mobile Street. The gully flow is piped under S. Mobile Street in a multiple barrel structure and then flows between the condo development in a large trapezoidal concrete lined channel until it discharges into Mobile Bay. The history of the channelization of the outfall is unclear and the work dates back approximately 50 years. The channel lies in a "no man's land". It is not part of Magnolia Beach Condo's common area; it is not owned ( or technically under the jurisdiction) of the City and per the tax map would be interpreted as "Waters of the State". The channel serves as an important stonn water infrastructure that facilitates City drainage as well as all private lands that connect. Due to age, natural degradation and environmental factors, the channel's concrete lining is starting to fail. Panels have been subject to displacement, spalling, cracking, and undermining. Repair and maintenance are needed. Magnolia Beach Condominiums have had instances of damage resulting in costly foundation repairs due to the undermining of the channel lining. Magnolia Beach Condominium Association is seeking a Private Public Partnership to address the needed repairs and maintenance of this important regional drainage infrastructure. Richard and Dr. Walker answered City Council questions. City Council will require further study. Council President Pro Tempore Jack Burrell thanked Richard and Dr. Walker. Tatumville Gully Outfall -Magnolia Beach Condo Map is within minutes. The fourth item on the Agenda was Committee Updates. Councilmember Jimmy Conyers reported the Library Board met last week and addressed the State Library Board is looking at new policies that would go into effect July 15th, and Board has until next summer to implement. Renovation process is coming along nicely, and looks great. Councilmembers Jay Robinson and Kevin Boone had no updates to report. Council President Pro Tempore Jack Burrell reported the Fairhope Airport Authority has met since our last meeting and selected an FBO operator to negotiate, under contract October l st.New terminal on the East side is 90% complete. The fifth item on the Agenda was Department Head Updates. •Jeff Montgomery, Director of Information Technology addressed Item No. 19; and answered questions if needed. •Daryl Morefield, Water and Wastewater Superintendent addressed Item No. 14, Item No. 15, Item No. 16, and Item No. 17; and answered questions if needed. •Nicole Love, Grants Coordinator addressed Item No. 13; and answered questions if needed. •Richard Johnson, City Engineer addressed Item No. 12; and answered questions if needed. Monday, June 24, 2024 Page -3- •George Ladd, Public Works Director addressed Item No. 8, Item No. 9, Item No. 10, and Item No. 11; and answered questions if needed. •Councilmember Jay Robinson addressed Item No. 5; and answered questions if needed. •Mayor Sherry Sullivan addressed Item No. 18; and answered questions if needed. •Hunter Simmons, Planning Director addressed Item No. 6 and Item No. 7; and answered questions if needed. •Chief Stephanie Hollinghead, Police Department addressed Item No. 20; and answered questions if needed. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was duly adjourned at 5:49 p.m. � HOPE COMMUNITY A VISION OF HOPE ROOTED IN THE FAIRHOPE SOUTH COMMUNITY HOPE COMMUNITY is a non -profit organization formed to nurture unity and relationships through food, healing and education. Together, we are preserving and revitalizing the area historically known as Fairhope South along with the 156-year-old African American community of Twin Beech. Our plan calls for the development of the Anna T. Jeanes property as a Teaching Farm and Education Center. C 0·-en en ■- � L. :::::J 0 Ul a. ·-....c: Ul C 0 ·-+-' - ()) Ck: -0 C ro +-' ·-C :::::, 0) C ·-'--::J +-' :J z 0) C ·- ro C ()) 0 I ·-+-' .... ro -0 u 0 ::J 0 LL UJ ..c -0 0)C::J ro 0 '--..c +-' Honoring the Past, Building for the Future Anna Jeanes Created a fund that donated $1 million to the education of African Americans in the South Booker T. Washington served as a trustee for the Jeanes Fund. Founding Families The Smith & Hankin Families sold 12 acres to the State of Alabama for $1,000 providing the site for the current Anna T Jeanes School. Anna T. Jeanes School Erected Original school was built in 1913 on the east side of Section Street. It burned in west side of Section Street. Became Fairhope Intermediate School After desegregation, Baldwin County created the Fairhope Intermediate School at the site followed by the Baldwin County Alternative School. Of the 5000 Rosenwald/ Anna T. Je anes funded schools for African American children, Baldwin County has the only school named after the philanthropist, Ms. Jeanes. Preservation is integral to the community's heritage. Baldwin County held an unveiling ceremony for the marker, recognizing the Anna T. Jeanes Property as a historical property. Hope Community Members along with the University of South Alabama's Department of History successfully had the Anna T. Jeanes property and building listed on the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Historical Properties. Anna T. Jeanes (AT J) Community Hub Teaching Farm and Education Center Teaching Farm Learn about growing practices, nature & fresh food Community Gardens Regenerative Farming to include in-ground and raised bed farming Culinary Kitchen FoodRX cooking classes -cultural dishes & healthy eating Farm Stand Share produce with neighbors and teach business skills � �i-H Event & Meeting Space Host art, music & dance in the Amphitheatre; Meeting spaces for health and education classes; Administrative Offices & Shared Co-op Work Spaces. Cultural Museum Showcase local African American History in the last building standing. Outdoor Walking Trails Multiple nature trails with historical and botanical education �N ...... •-•(·,,-•-�,.-j, , ..... ;,-�,.,� ······• .. ••... •·. •·..... r· t.•':,,t.J.<1•-'\>_ • .>,.._,T.-,._,,,,_,.. ··'. ........ •• <"-,•--.. IL,.,,•,�.lr . ... -·•....... TEACHING K!TCPEN +- ANNA C JEANES CENTER -� FARM <;UNO ,-------------------� �JOlll...a:! 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CULll.iMI, HF1;-1r,4q� ,,,_ -�.114�1LE ..... �·-· �-'z � 8 7 ll 5 ·.• .. . .. • ••. _..· ,: .. 9 . • . . . • . . , .. ............. . . .. . • 'ti:�� Y1ElJ.I-IESS �= '1• >f'\-� . . ______ _,, ________ _ . . . • . ... 4 ___________ _ ··················-··· -.. ,. . . . . ------------... ... . ····••":: -. .................. ,_.. ··• .·• .... 1i, -....... -·· V, \..,.. r R . .. . .. . . • . . . .. . .. •· .... --·•• .. .. . TEACHING FARM .. GREENHOUSE t\MPHITHF.ATRE -SPLASH PAD . . Home Community's Elements for Success •One Community •Team of Volunteers •Expert Collaborations •Engaging Community •Local Strategic Partners We are 500 members strong and growing with over 1,000 Facebook followers. Our volunteers share their skill sets and expertise to enrich our community. •Model our farm after a successful community teaching farm that is making an impact •Adopt farming, educational and training strategies •Learn from their staffing and operational structure Site Clean-Up at Anna T. Jeanes Property 3 rd Saturday of the Month Mowing, Gathering, Planting, Maintaining, Preserving, Composting & More Harvest Days at Anna T. Jeanes Property Winter Garden Harvest in early April 2024 featured harvesting techniques, food demonstration and potluck dinner on the property. Over 50 residents attended. Community Engagement Food Rx Classes at USA Mapp Family Campus •Led by local Chef and Internal Medicine Physician •Teaching the community how to cook healthy dishes to prevent and better manage chronic conditions •Monthly classes have been filled with waiting list •Offer low-cost registration and FREE for Fairhope South residents Community Engagement Story Slam •Building Community through Stories •Collaboration between Fairhope Storytellers and Hope Community •Quarterly Events with fresh, new themes .. ATJ -" \. ,._ Community Engagement Monthly Meetings Building Hope through Education Public Meetings each month with a featured speaker l>R. tl1\MMO:"ID l'HESENTSs trom the lue Lones Collaboration with Home Recovery Alabama Program Hope Community Partnered with HRAP in 2023 to assist 12 residents in Baldwin County in submitting applications for home renovations following damage by Hurricane Sally. Homes are now beginning to be rebuilt. MEDIA ft DESICN :' Supporters & Partners fASTERII SHORE C O M-M U N I T V C O l L E G E Non-Profit Funding Opportunities Hope Community Membership Fundraising Private & Corporate Donations Grants Sustainable Income • Green Space & Environmental Benefit for all of Fairhope • Expand to include more green space • Bridge between Fairhope South and Downtown Fairhope • Economic Development • Lifetime Learning Opportunities • Increased Access to Fresh Produce for all Residents • Improved Public Health • Social Connectedness • Environmental Sustainability HOPE COMMUNITY A VISION OF HOPE ROOTED IN THE FAIRHOPE SOUTH COMMUNITY N A �r- TATUMVILLE GULLY OUTFALL 500 L.F. OF CONCRETE FLUME 60 90 120 !Feet � '��_L Magnolia Beach Condos 710 South Mobile Street �� TATUMVILLE GULLY OUTFALL -MAGNOLIA BEACH CONDOS LJParcels -Road Centerlines BC Imagery 2022 RGB