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Home My WebLink About2025 SeptOctCity Sketches SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2025 A Spooktacular Morning in Downtown Fairhope Alabama Coast Cleanup Farmers Market Thursdays Are Back Progress in Motion: An Update from Fairhope Public Utilities Fairhope Public Utilities (FPU) is making key investments to improve infrastructure and prepare for future growth. With a focus on reliability, capacity, and sustainability, FPU is completing major upgrades across the city. A recent milestone is the Section Street Force Main Project, a critical sewer improvement that increases flow capacity and reduces the risk of backups ensuring improved service for customers. To meet rising demand for water, FPU is developing two new water wells and has completed significant upgrades at two of our Water Treatment Plants. At Plant 2 on Fairhope Avenue, new pumps increased output 432,000 gallons per day. At Plant 1 near Fairhope East Elementary, system improvements now allow three wells to run simultaneously, boosting capacity by 576,000 gallons per day. Meanwhile, the Gas Department is moving forward with Phase II of the cast iron replacement project in downtown Fairhope, further enhancing safety and service reliability. These infrastructure projects reflect FPU’s commitment to maintaining and growing our systems. Stay informed about these and other ongoing projects by following @fairhopepublicutilities on social media and subscribing to the quarterly e-newsletter via the QR code below. NEWS HIGHLIGHTSSEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2025 City Sketches SEPETEMBER / OCTOBER 2025 Join us at Henry George Park in Fairhope for our annual Founder’s Day Concert, featuring a wonderful performance by the Baldwin Pops! Bring a comfy blanket or chair and enjoy an evening of beautiful music set against the stunning backdrop of Mobile Bay. This beloved community tradition takes place on Sunday, October 5th at 6:00 p.m. Come out and celebrate Fairhope’s history with great tunes, great views, and great company. We can’t wait to see you there! Shop Local This Fall at the Fairhope Farmers Market! Starting Thursday, September 4, the Fairhope Outdoor Fall Farmers Market will take place every Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. through October, and from 2 to 5 p.m. during November, to adjust for daylight saving time. The market is held behind the Fairhope Public Library and runs through November 13. Come enjoy the very best of Fairhope—fresh, local produce, local grass-fed beef, plants, homemade breads, cakes, and so much more! There’s fun for the whole family with music, face painting for the kids, and weekly story time hosted by the library. Interested in becoming a vendor? Please email bethann.gifford@fairhopeal.gov for more information. We can’t wait to see you there! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 20, and be part of the 38th Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup; a great opportunity for Fairhope residents to make a difference not just along the coast, but throughout the entire city. The City of Fairhope invites neighborhood groups, families, and individuals to come together in a citywide effort to pick up litter and help keep our community clean and beautiful. Early registration is encouraged! Volunteers who sign up in advance will receive a free T-shirt and a supply packet, which can be picked up at the Nix Center (1 Bayou Drive) on Friday, September 19, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Missed the early sign-up? No problem, you can still participate by checking in at the Fairhope Pier on the morning of the event, starting at 8 a.m. This initiative is part of a global movement to remove debris from coastal waters. Help us keep Alabama and Fairhope beautiful! To register your group or for more information, contact 251-929-1474 or email bethann.gifford@fairhopeal.gov. Calling all princesses, wizards, superheroes, and monsters! Join us for a fun-filled Downtown Trick or Treat on Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This family-favorite event provides a safe and festive way for children to enjoy Halloween. Kids are encouraged to wear their costumes and stroll the streets of downtown Fairhope, collecting treats from participating merchants; just look for the orange pumpkins in shop windows! Don’t forget to swing by the Welcome Center, where a special Halloween photo spot will be set up. Make it a morning to remember with sweet treats, spooky fun, and magical memories! There will be no garbage, trash, or recycling pickup. Services will resume on the next scheduled pickup day. Join Us for the 38th Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup A Spooktacular Morning in Downtown Fairhope Labor Day Holiday Schedule Baldwin Pops Founders Day Concert Farmers Market Thursdays Are Back THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES & OPERATIONS WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2025. Contact your elected officials LETTER FROM THE MAYOR Public Meetings Listings The Fairhope Planning Commission MEETS AT 5pm | City Council chambers FIRST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH The Fairhope City Council MEETS AT 6pm | City Council chambers THE SECOND AND FOURTH MONDAYS FairhopeAL.gov | 251-928-2136 Sherry Sullivan, Mayor Sherry.Sullivan@FairhopeAL.gov Kevin Boone, City Councilmember Kevin.Boone@FairhopeAL.gov Jack Burrell, City Councilmember Jack.Burrell@FairhopeAL.gov Jimmy Conyers, City Councilmember Jimmy.Conyers@FairhopeAL.gov Corey Martin, City Councilmember Corey.Martin@FairhopeAL.gov Jay Robinson, City Councilmember Jay.Robinson@FairhopeAL.gov Mayor & City Council mailing address: City of Fairhope P.O. Drawer 429 Fairhope, AL 36533 I hope you and your family had a wonderful summer and are looking forward to the cooler months ahead. The City has been hard at work on important infrastructure upgrades, including expanding the capacity of our water system and drilling additional water wells to support future growth. This fall brings so many great opportunities to get involved and give back to our community. One of those is the Alabama Coastal Cleanup, which provides a chance not only to help clean up along the coast but also throughout the city. I encourage neighborhoods, school groups, churches, and individuals to join in by picking up litter and making a positive impact right here in Fairhope. We’re also excited for the return of some of our favorite fall traditions, including the Fall Farmers Market, Downtown Trick-or-Treat, and many more fun seasonal events. Wishing you a safe, happy, and festive fall season. Happy Fall, Sherry Sullivan, Mayor Are you receiving the City of Fairhope bi-weekly e-newsletter? Get signed up today so you don’t miss out! Each newsletter features important updates and announcements from City departments, project updates, construction progress, upcoming meetings, events and more. Visit fairhopeal.gov to sign up today!