HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-22-2024 City Council Meeting 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
Monday, 22 July 2024.
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Present were Council President Corey Martin , Councilmembers: Jack Burrell ,
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, Council President Martin called the meeting to
order at 5:24 p .m. The invocation was given by Paster Marshal Frye of Celebration
Church and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited .
Councilmember Burrell moved to amend the Agenda by moving Agenda Item
No . 27: Executive Session before Agenda Item No. 1: Minutes. Seconded b y
Councilmember Conyers , motion passed unanimously by voice vote .
At the request of the City Attorney, Marcus E. McDowell, the City Council
will rise from the meeting to go into Executive Session based on Alabama Code § 36-
25A-7(a)(3) to discuss the legal ramifications of and legal options for pending
litigation , controversies not yet being litigated but imminently likely to be litigated or
imminently likely to be litigated if the governmental body pursues a proposed course
of action .
The approximate time to be in Executive Session is 45 minutes. Councilmember
Burrell moved to go into Executive Session . Seconded by Councilmember Conyers ,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Exited the dais at 5:25 p.m. Returned at 6:00 p.m .
Councilmember Conyers moved to approve minutes of the 8 July 2024 ,
regular meeting; and minutes of the 8 July 2024 , work session. Seconded by
Councilmember Burrell , motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Mayor Sullivan addressed the City Council and mentioned the Police
Department's Back to School Bash at the Fairhope United Methodist Church ;
Pede strian Tunnel Project ; thanked Public Work s and Jamie Rollins for their work at
the Flying Creek Nature Preserve ; and ga v e a shout out to the Recreation Department
getting the pool pump back online .
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Councilmember Robinson announced a group of 18 year old Fairhope Softball
Ladies won the All American Youth Sports World Series in their own right. He then
announced the 11 year old All Star Team: as Team Fairhope won the Alabama State
Championship; as Team Alabama won the Regional Championship; and as Team
West is heading to the Cal Ripken World Series which is a 10 day event.
Councilmember Robinson commented that the Team and families are fund raising to
go to the World Series ; and mentioned a Raffle and a Mixed Pickleball Tournament.
A Public Hearing was held as advertised on a proposed ordinance to amend
Ordinance No. 1253 . Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing an ordinance to
amend Article V. Section H.3.G. to establish the MO-Medical Overlay District. The
Planning Commission gave a favorable recommendation of this ordinance. Council
President Martin read the proposed ordinance .
Planning Director Hunter Simmons briefly explained the proposed ordinance.
Council President Martin opened the Public Hearing at 6:11 p.m . No one present
opposed the proposed ordinance, the Public Hearing closed at 6: 12 p .m.
Due to lack of a motion for immediate consideration, this ordinance will layover until
the August 12 , 2024 City Council meeting.
Councilmember Burrell moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1804 , an
ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 1599, Code of Ordinances to alter the Schedule of
Fees for Construction and Building Permits . (Introduced at the July 8, 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.
Council President Martin stated Agenda Item No . 7 was removed during the
Work Session at the request of Planning Director Hunter Simmons.
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution , a resolution that the public improvements indicated herein
for Battles Trace Subdivision Phase 8 are hereby accepted for public maintenance
subject to the Bond posted; and authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute the
Maintenance and Guaranty Agreement between the City of Fairhope and The
Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers ,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5121-24
WHEREAS , the Owners of Battles Trace Subdivision Phase 8 desire to have all
Fairhope public utilities dedicated on the plat filed for record in the Probate Records
of Baldwin County , Alabama, on Slide 2955-A , accepted for maintenance by the City
of Fairhope, Alabama, and;
WHEREAS , the City of Fairhope, Alabama, has received notice from the engineers of
the project that the design and capacity of the public improvements have been
designed in conformance with City requirements , and ;
WHEREAS , the Water and Sewer Superintendent has indicated that the improvements
meet City requirements, and;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA that the public improvements indicated herein
for Battles Trace Subdivision Phase 8 are hereby accepted for public maintenance
subject to the bond posted ; and authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute the
Maintenance and Guaranty Agreement between the City of Fairhope and The Teachers '
Retirement System of Alabama (the "Principal").
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED this resolution of acceptance shall not obligate the
City of Fairhope to maintain any utility or drainage facilities outside the limits of the
right-of-way of the public streets , or any irrigation systems installed within the right-of-
way of public streets , whether or not such may be located within dedicated easements
in any of these developments.
Adopted this 22nd day
Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
City Clerk
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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 amendment for (Bid No. 23-030) Consulting Services for FEMA
Public Assistance Management Services -Government Services with Royal
Engineers & Consultants , LLC to comply with FEMA contract regulations , including
a not-to-exceed annual contract amount of $500,000.00 . Seconded by Councilmember
Burrell , motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5122-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA , that Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to
execute a contract amendment for (Bid No . 023-30) Consulting Services for FEMA
Public Assistance Management Services -Government Services with Royal
Engineers & Consultants , LLC to comply with FEMA contract regulations , including
a not-to-exceed annual contract amount of $50 , 0.00 .
Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
4 ~ City Cl rk
Councilmember Burrell 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 amendment for (Bid No . 23-031) Consulting Services for FEMA
Public Assistance Management Services -Utility's Damage Projects with Royal
Engineers & Consultants, LLC to comply with FEMA contract regulations , including
a not-to-exceed annual contract amount of $500,000 .00 . Seconded by Councilmember
Conyers , motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5123-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA , that Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute a contract
amendment for (Bid No . 023-31) Consulting Services for FEMA Public Assistance
Management Services -Utility's Damage Projects with Royal Engineers & Consultants, LLC
to comply with FEMA contract regulations , including a not-to-exceed annual contract amount
of $500 ,000 .00. ~
ADOPTED ON THIS 22 Y 2024_______ "'
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest:
Councilmember Burrell 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 Architectural Services for (RFQ PS24-024) for
the City of Fairhope 1st Responder Hurricane Safe Room Project to Adams Stewart
Architects; and hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to negotiate the not-to-
exceed fee to be approved by Council. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote .
RESOLUTION NO. 5124-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA , That the City Council approve s the selection by the Evaluation Team for
Profe ssional Architectural Services for (RFQ PS24-024) for the City of Fairhope 1s t Responder
Hurricane Safe Room Project to Adams Stewart Architects; a d hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry
Sullivan to negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be appro ved Ci Council.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 22ND D
Atte st:
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Counci lmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution , a resolution to award Bid No . 2023WWF-034 for the
Working Waterfront and Greenspace Project to Rolin Construction, Inc. with a bid
proposal not-to-exceed $9,988,379.46. The contract has been approved by the U. S.
Department of Treasury, ADCNR, and City Attorney pursuant to Resolution No.
5045-24. Seconded by Counci lmember Burrell , motion passed unanimously by voice
vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5125-24
WHEREAS , on April 8, 2024 , Resolution No. 5037-24 was adopted by the City Council to
authorize the additional $3,589,095.35 for the Working Waterfront and Greenspace
Restoration project from the Alabama Gu lf Coast Recovery Council (AGCRC) to award
RESTORE Act Direct Component MIP 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 Counci l authorizes the Mayor to sign the
co-funding commitment letter on behalf of the City; and
WHEREAS , on April 22, 2024, Resolution No . 5045-24 was adopted by the City Council to
show its intent to award a contract to Rolin Construction, Inc . (Bid No. 2023WWF-034) for
the Working Waterfront and Greenspace Project with a bid proposal not-to-exceed
$9,988,379.46 once approva l from U.S. Department of Treasury is received . The contract will
also require review and approval by ADCNR , U.S. Treasury, and City Attorney prior to
execution; and
WHEREAS , the City of Fairhope has received approval from the U.S . Department of
Treasury, ADCNR, and the City Attorney.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, That the City of Fairhope awards Bid No. 2023WWF-034 for the Working
Waterfront and Greenspace Project to Rolin Construction, Inc . with a bid proposal not-to-
exceed $9 ,988,379.46 . The contract has been approved by the U. S. Department of Treasury,
ADCNR, and City Attorney pursuant to Resolution No . 5045-'1.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 22ND DA
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest:
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Councilmember Boone introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption of
the fo11owing resolution, a resolution that Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized
to execute a contract amendment with Thompson Engineering, Inc. for (RFQ PS00l-
22) Request for Qualifications Professional Landscape Architectural Services -
Planning, Design , and Construction Related Services (for the Flying Creek Nature
Preserve Project, formerly known as the Triangle Property) to add Construction
Materials Testing and Inspection for an additional not-to-exceed cost of $14,820 .23.
Seconded by Councilmember Burrell , motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Councilmember Burrell questioned concrete and testing .
RESOLUTION NO. 5126-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA , that Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to
execute a contract amendment with Thompson Engineering, Inc. for (RFQ PSO0l-22)
Request for Qualifications Professional Landscape Architectural Services -Planning,
Design, and Construction Related Services (for the Flying Creek Nature Preserve
Project, formerly known as the Triangle Property) to add Construction Materials
Testing and Inspection for an additional n --exceed cost of $14 ,820.23 .
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest:
Councilmember Burrell 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 Christian Preus Landscape Architecture for Professional
Landscape Architectural Services for (RFQ PS24-030) for the Preliminary Vision and
Budget for Bancroft Comer with a not-to-exceed amount of $12 ,500.00 ; and
authorizes the transfer of FY24 budget of $12 ,500.00 in 001360-51410 to
Professional Services 001360-50290 . Seconded by Councilmember Conyers , motion
passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5127-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute a contract with
Christian Preu s Landscape Architecture for Professional Landscape Architectural Services for
(RFQ PS24-0 30) for the Preliminary Vision and Budget for Bancroft Comer with a not-to-exceed
amount of $12 ,500 .00 ; and authorizes the tran sfer of FY24 budget of $12 ,500 .00 in 001360-
51410 to Professional Services 001360-50290 .
DULY ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF JULY ,
Corey Martin , Council Pre si dent
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City Clerk
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution , a resolution that Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby
authorized to execute Change Order No . 1 for (Bid No. 24-024-2021-PWI-0l 9) North
Ingleside Drainage Repair/Improvement Project with a cost of $8,825.00 and to
award Change Order No . 1 to Blade Construction, LLC. The new contract total will
be $33 1,8 47.00. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers , motion passed unanimously
b y voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5128-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA , th at Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute Change Order No. 1 for
(Bid No. 24-024-2021-PWI-019) for North Ingleside Drainage Repair/Impro vemen t Project with
a cost of $8,825.00 and to award Change Order No . 1 to Blade Construction , LLC. The new
contract total will be $33 1,847.00.
ADOPTED ON THIS 22ND DAY
Cor ey Martin , Council Pre sident
Attest:
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City Cler
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Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution , a resolution that the City Council approves the selection by
Mayor Sherry Sullivan for On-Call Professional Engineering Services (RFQ PS24-
031) for the Water/Wastewater Department Annual Contract to Dewberry
Engineering , Inc.; and allows Mayor Sullivan to negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be
approved by Council. Seconded by Councilmember Boone, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5129-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA , as follows:
[1] That the City Council approves the selection by Mayor Sherry Sullivan for On-
Call Professional Engineering Services (RFQ PS24-031) for the Water/Wastewater
Department Annual Contract to Dewberry Engineering, Inc.; and allows Mayor
Sullivan to negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be approved by Council.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest:
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City Clerk
Councilmember Boone introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution , a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the
procurement of a Gorman Rupp T8A 71 S-B Self-Priming Pump for the Wastewater
Treatment Plant from Jim House & Associates as sole source distributor. The cost is
$29 ,765 .00 plus freight. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers , motion passed
unanimously by voice vote .
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RESOLUTION NO. 5130-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of a
Gorman Rupp T8A71S-B Self-Priming Pump for Wastewater Treatment Plant from Jim
House & Associates as sole source distributor. The $29 ,765.00 plus freight.
ADOPTED ON THIS 22ND
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 the
procurement of Scraper Blades , Parts and Installation Service for the Schreiber South
Clarifier at the Wastewater Treatment Plant from Parkson as sole source and
manufacturer. The cost will not-to-exceed $35 ,123.00. Seconded by Councilmember
Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5131-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of Scraper
Blades, Parts and Installation Service for the Schreiber South Clarifier at the Wastewater
Treatment Plant from Parkson as sole source and ufacturer. The cost will not-to-exceed
$35,123.00 .
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest:
City
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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 Flygt Model SR4660 Anoxic Zone Submersible Mixer and a Flygt
Model SR4640 Anaerobic Zone Mixer for the Wastewater Treatment Plant from Jim
House & Associates as sole source. The cost is $56,889.00 plus freight. Seconded by
Co uncilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by vo ice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5132-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of Flygt Model SR4660 Anoxic Zone
Submersible Mixer and a Flygt Model SR4640 Anaerobic Zone Mixer for the Wastewater Treatment Plant
from Jim House & Associates as sole source. The cost is $56,889.00 us ight.
ADOPTED ON THIS 22ND DAY
Corey Martin, Council President
Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the
procurement of Six (6) Pad Mounted Transformers from Gresco for RESTORE
funded Sewer Upgrades for a not-to-exceed cost of $100,500.00. The transformers are
exempt from formal bidding per Code of Alabama 1975 , Section 41-16-51(b)(7). The
cost will be included in the 2025 Budget. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson ,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5133-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of Six (6) Pad Mounted Transfonners
from Gresco for RESTORE funded Sewer Upgrades for a not-to-exceed cost of $100,500.00. The
transfonners are exempt from formal bidding per Code of ~cuJ"'aa 1975 , Section 41-16-51 (b )(7). The cost
will be included in the 2025 Budget.
Corey Martin, Council President
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Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution , a resolution to award (Bid No. 24-050) to Surview Field
Services , Inc. for Natural Gas Distribution System Leak Detection Survey for a not-
to-exceed annual contract of $85 ,000.00. Seconded by Councilmember Boone ,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5134-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA , as follows :
[l] That the City of Fairhope did request, receive , and open bids to procure services
for (Bid No. 24-050) for Natural Gas Distribution System Leak Detection Survey for
the Gas Department 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
Natural Gas Distribution System Leak Detection Survey
[3] After evaluating the bids with required specifications , Surview Field Services , Inc .
is now awarded (Bid No. 24-050) for Natural Gas Distribution System Leak
Detection Survey for the Gas Department for a not-to-exceed annual contract of
$85 ,000.00 .
DULY ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY.
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest:
City Clerk
22 Jul y 2024
CITY OF FAIRHOPE EVALUATION
Bid No. 24-050
NAME: Request for Proposal
Natural Gas Distribution System Leak Detection Survey
Opened: June 13, 2024 at 10:00 A.M .
Heath Consultants lncorparated
Criteria 1: History of Firm
Criteria 2: Composit ion and Qualifications of Staff
Criteria 3: Project Approach
Crit eria 4: Price per Service and Price per Mlle for Gas Mains
Tota I Score :
Average Score :
Heath Consultants Incorporated
(Alternate AMLD Proposal)
Criteria 1: History of Firm
Criteria 2: Composition and Qualifications of Staff
Criteria 3; Project Approach
Criteria 4: Price per Service and Price per Mlle for Gas Mains
Tota l Score ;
Average Score :
RECONN Holdings , LLC
d/b/a RECONN Utility Services
Criteria 1: History of Firm
Criteria 2: Composit ion and Qualificat ions of Staff
Criteria 3: Project Approach
Criteria 4: Price per Service and Price per Mil e for Gas Mains
Total Score :
Average Score;
Po ints
Range
0-30
0-15
0--35
0-20
Points
Range
0·30
0·15
0-35
0--20
Points
Range
0-30
0-15
0--35
0-20
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Evaluator 1 Evaluator 2 Evaluator 3
26 25 25
12 12 10
30 29 25
16 18 18
84 84 78
82
Evaluator 1 Evaluator2 Evaluator 3
26 25 25
14 12 10
30 29 25
8 18 10
78 84 70
77
Evaluator 1 Evalua to r 2 Evaluator 3
26 25 25
13 12 12
30 27 25
12 15 9
81 79 71
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Southern Crou Inc '
Criteria 1: History of Firm
Criteria 2: Composition and Qualifications of Staff
Criteria 3: Project Approach
Criteria 4: Price per Service and Price per Mile for Gas Mains
Total Score :
Average Score :
Southern CroH, Inc.
(Alternate AMLD Proposal)
Criteria 1: History of Firm
Criteria 2: Composition and Qualifications of Staff
Criteria 3: Project Approach
Criteria 4: Price per Service and Price oer Mlle for Gas Mains
Total Score :
Averaee Score:
Survlew Field Services
Criteria 1: History of Firm
Criteria 2: Composition and Qualifications of Staff
Criteria 3: Project Approach
Criteria 4: Price per Service and Price per Mile for Gas Ma ins
Tota I Score:
Average Score :
Recommendation:
Points
Range
0-30
0-15
0-35
0-20
Points
Range
0-30
0-15
0-35
0-20
Points
Range
0-30
0-15
0-35
0-20
To the best of my knowledge this is an accurate Evalualion Tabulation
Signature
Wes Boyett, Superintendent of Gas Department
Erin Woffe, Purchasing Manager
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Evaluator 1 Evaluator 2 Evaluator3
26 25 25
13 11 15
29 28 29
15 17 15
83 81 84
83
Evaluator 1 Evaluator 2 Evaluator 3
25 25 25
13 11 15
30 28 29
8 17 10
76 81 79
79
Evaluator 1 Evaluator 2 Evaluator 3
28 26 26
14 13 15
32 30 30
17 17 17
91 86 88
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Co uncilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution , a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the
procurement of installation of the National Fitness Campaign Fitness Court® System
by Nationwide Fixture Installations as a so le source installer. The installation cost is
not-to-exceed $25,00 0.00 at the Mike Ford Tennis Center. Seconded by
Counci lmember Conyers , motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5135-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City ofFairhope approves the procurement of installation of the National Fitness
Campaign Fitness Court® System by Nationwide Fixture Installations as a sole source installer. The
installation cost is not-to-exceed $25,000.00.
ADOPTED ON THIS 22ND DAY OF
Corey Martin, Council President
Attest:
~~ ity Clerk
Councilmember Burrell moved to table Agenda Item No. 23 and move to the
August 12, 2024 City Council Agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote .
Councilmember Boone introduced in writing , and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the
procurement of LED Christmas Lights that are on the Omnia Partners Cooperative
Contract (Contract #202329-011) with Imperial Dade (in network with Network
Distribution); and therefore , does not have to be let out to bid . The total purchase
amount of $114,600.00. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers , motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5136-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of LED Christmas Lights that are on
the Omnia Partners Cooperative Contract (Contract #202329-011) with Imperial Dade (in network
with Network Distribution); and therefore, does not have to be let bid. The total purchase amount
of$114,600.00.
ADOPTED ON THIS 22ND DAY 0
Corey Martin, Council President
Attes t:
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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 the three
year lease of the iX-7 Series Mail Machine on the Alabama Statewide Contract
(Contract #MA230000003751) with Quadient, Inc., that therefore , does not have to
be let out for bid; and to authorize Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign the lease agreement.
The total amount is $22 ,088.88 for three (3) years . Seconded by Councilmember
Boone , motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5137-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[1] That the City of Fairhope approves the three year lease of the iX-7 Series Mail
Machine on the Alabama Statewide Contract (Contract #MA230000003751) with
Quadient , Inc., that therefore, does not have to be let out for bid ; and to authorize
Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign the lease agreement. The total amount is $22 ,088 .88
for three (3) years .
Corey Martin , Council President
Attest :
The following individuals spoke during Public Participation for Non-Agenda
Items :
1) Chris Blackwood , Gayfer Avenue , addres sed the City Council on behalfof Jennifer
Blackwood regarding her statement of claim submitted to the City Clerk's office ; and
lack of protection for women 's rights .
2) Grace Blackwood, 58 Brown Street , addre ss ed the City Council on behalf of Jennifer
Blackwood regarding her statement of claim and domestic violence.
3) Sheree Montello , Atlanta Georgia, addres sed the City Council on behalf of Jennifer
Blackwood regarding her statement of claim . Ms . Montello said they were childhood
friends of 36 years ; and also spoke on domestic abuse.
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4) Carrie Devolder-Edwards, 19860 Gunnison Road, addressed the City Council and
said she was a Counselor for domestic violence (women and children). She also
spoke on behalf of Jennifer Blackwood and domestic abuse.
5) Cornelius Woods, 2 10 Silo Loop, addressed the City Council regarding his neighbor
and birdfeeders . He commented birds carry diseases and are a nuisance.
Mayor Sullivan said she spoke with Mr. Woods regarding this issue and researched it
and could not find an ordinance for birdfeeders . Councilmember Robinson explained
the law regarding this issue . Councilmember Burrell said this is a civil dispute matter.
Council President Martin said we would look into this .
6) Kenneth Hall, Couty Road 11, addressed the City Council and read Ephesians 6: 12 .
He commented about visions the Lord gave him ; and said when you are silent you are
agreeing with issues.
7) Allison Clark, 9580 Cortez Avenue, addressed the City Council and apologized for
the last meeting . Ms . Clark said she tried to reach out to the pastors that spoke; and
they wou ld not talk to her. She mentioned a family member in Maryland who was
sexually assaulted. She stated that the New Orleans Archdiocese is being investigated
for sex trafficking. Ms . Clark mentioned Senate Bill 19 introduced by Senator
Coleman that deals with sexual offenses and would expand the statute of limitations
for certain sex offenses.
Councilmember Burrell moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by
Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
There being no further business to co before the City Council, the meeting
was duly adjourned at 7:09 p.m.
Corey Martin, Council President
City Clerk