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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-14-2025 City Council Meeting MinutesSTATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF BALDWIN )( )( The City Council, City of Fairhope, met in regular session at 6:00 p.m., Fairhope Municipal Complex Council Chamber, 161 North Section Street, Fairh ope, Alabama 36532, on Monday, 14 July 2025. 10954 Present were Council President Jack Burrell, Councilmembers: Corey Martin, Jimmy Conyers, and Jay Robinson, Mayor Sherry Sullivan, City Attorney Marcus E. McDowell, and City Clerk Lisa A. Hanks. Councilmember Kevin Boone was absent. There being a quorum present, Council President Burrell called the meeting to order 5:23 p.m. The invocation was given by Pastor William Quinn for Trinity Presbyterian Church and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Councilmember Martin moved to amend Agenda Item No. 10 to add $5,000.00 to the not-to-exceed amount for a total not-to-exceed of $75,350.00. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Council President Burrell stated there was a need to add on an agenda item after Agenda Item Number 20: a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the award of the Request for Quotes for Labor and Materials for the Replacement of the Well #8 Pump to Griner Drilling Service, Inc. for a project cost not-to-exceed $54,793.74. This Public Works project will be less than $100,000.00; and therefore, does not need to be formally bid out. Councilmember Robinson moved to add on the above-mentioned item not on the printed agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Martin, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Robinson moved to approve minutes of the 23 June 2025, regular meeting; and minutes of the 23 June 2025, work session. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Mayor Sullivan addressed the City Council regarding the following items: 1)Thanked everyone for another great Fourth of July Celebration; 2)Thanked everyone for getting the Pier Area opened for the Fourth of July Celebration; 3)Reminded everyone of the street construction and force main being funded by Restore Act Funds; 4)Said the round-about is going well at Veterans, Triangle, Main Street, and Section; and 5)Reminded everyone of the paving being done throughout the City. 10955 14 July 2025 Police Chief Stephanie Hollinghead addressed the City Council and announced the following promotions within the Police Department: Corporal Dustin Holmes over Patrol Division; and Sergeant Tyler Sellers over Investigative Department/Unit. Mayor Sullivan commented that there is a dedicated page on the City's website for construction projects. Councilmember Martin said he took his family to the Fourth of July Celebration and it was a great event. Councilmember Conyers also said the Fourth of July Celebration was great; and it was good to see the Pier area open. Councilmember Robinson reiterated the fireworks were great; and he recognized the 8-year old baseball players who won the State Championship; and now will be going to the Cal Ripken Tournament. Councilmember Robinson also recognized the 12-year old players who also won the State Championship. Council President Burrell reiterated how great the Fourth of July Celebration was this year. Council President Burrell announced the Public Hearing will be held on or after 6:00 p.m. as published for the Grant FY26 ALDOT Section 5310 Grant. Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resol ution, a resolution that the City Council hereby declares Sherry Sullivan duly elected to the office of Mayor of the City of Fairhope for the term of office commencing on the first Monday in November, 2025; and shall issue a Certificate of Election to her for the office of Mayor pursuant to the provisions of Section 11-46-26, as amended. Seconded by Councilmember Martin, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. * * * * 10956 14 July 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 5492-25 WHEREAS, Sections 11-46-20 through 11-46-73 of the Alabama Code of 1975, as amended, provide for and regulate general and special elections in cities and towns of this state, except those cities and towns which have a commission form of government, and WHEREAS, Section 11-46-43 of the Alabama Code of 1975 prohibits write-in elections held under Sections 11-46-20 through 11-46-73 of the Alabama Code of 1975, as amended, and WHEREAS, Section 11-46-26 of the Alabama Code of 1975, as amended, provides that if only one person has filed a statement of Candidacy or has been nominated for an office for an election to be held pursuant to Sections 11-46-20 through 11-46-73 of the Alabama Code of 1975, as amended, at the time the deadline for qualification has passed, then such person shall, for all purposes, be deemed elected to such office, and the mayor or other chief executive officer shall not cause the name of such person or the office for which his candidacy was declared to be printed on the ballot, but he shall immediately file a written statement with the governing body of the municipality, attested by the clerk, certifying the fact that only one person filed a statement of candidacy or was nominated for the office preceding the deadline set for an election of municipal officers of the municipality and setting forth the name of such person, and WHEREAS, said Section 11-46-26, as amended, provides that the governing body of the municipality, after receiving such statement, shall adopt a resolution declaring the person named in the statement duly elected to the office described in the statement, and shall issue Certificate of Election to such person, and; WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of Fairhope has filed a written statement with the governing body of the municipality, attested by the Clerk, certifying the fact that only one person filed a statement of candidacy for the office of MAYOR prior to the deadline and that the name of that person who filed such statement was SHERRY SULLIVAN, and; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Fairhope City Council of the City of Fairhope, that she is hereby declared duly elected to the office of MAYOR in the City of Fairhope for the term of office commencing on the first Monday in November, 2025, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Fairhope City Council of the City of Fairhope shall issue a Certificate of Election to SHERRY SULLIVAN for the office of MAYOR for such term pursuant to the provisions of Section 11-46-26, as amended. ADOPTED THIS THE 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: City Clerk 14 July 2025 STATE OF ALABAMA )( BALDWIN COUNTY )( CITY OF FAIRHOPE )( CERTIFICATE OF ELECTION The undersigned hereby certify that only one person filed a Statement of Candidacy for the office of MAYOR by 5:00 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday in June preceding the 26th day of August 2025, thus SHERRY SULLIVAN was duly elected without opposition to the office of Mayor of the City of Fairhope, Alabama, for the tenn commencing on the first Monday of November 2025. Given under our hands pursuant to the requirements of Sections 11-46-20 et seq. of the Alabama Code of 1975, as amended, this 14th day of .l!ili'., 2025. Councilmember Council member Attest: d,�L/' City Cl rk 10957 10958 14 July 2025 Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope authorizes the Mayor to use the remaining $5,000.00 from the $30,000.00 Community Development Grants for the signage needed for several parts of its "Working Waterfront and Greenspace Project." Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 5493-25 WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope is in the process of completing its "Working Waterfront and Greenspace Project" and will need signage for several parts of the Project; and WHEREAS, on June 9, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 5477-25 authorizing the Mayor to submit a letter to Energy Southeast, Inc. requesting a total of $30,000.00 through Community Development Grants: $5,000.00 to be used for a mural on the Pedestrian Tunnel; $20,000.00 to be used for operating an Entrepreneurial Development Center ("Hatch"); and the remaining $5,000.00 to be determined. WHEREAS, the City Council is desirous to use the remaining funds for the "Working Waterfront and Greenspace Project" for the needed signage. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, AL ABAMA, That the City of Fairhope authorizes the Mayor to use the remaining $5,000.00 from the $30,000.00 Community Development Grants for the signage needed for several parts of its "Working Waterfront and Greenspace Project." DULY ADOPTED THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 �Md/k Burrell, �resident Attest: Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the award of the Request for Quotes for Labor and Materials for signs for the Fairhope Pier area to Image 360 for not-to-exceed $3,916.00 and Modem Signs for not-to-exceed $11,770.00; and authorize Treasurer to transfer $15,686.00 from General Fund to Federal Grants Fund. Seconded by Councilmember Martin, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 10959 14 July 2025 RESOLUT ION NO. 5494-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAI RHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows: [ 1]That the City of Fairhope approves the award of the Request for Quotes for Labor and Materials for signs for the Fairhope Pier area to Image 360 for not-to-exceed $3,916.00 and Modem Signs for not-to-exceed $11,770.00. [2]Authorize Treasurer to transfer $15,686.00 from General Fund to Federal Grants Fund. DULY ADOPTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: GaA:;nks,C City Clerk � ckBurr �il Presiaent Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the annual procurement of Tulip Bulbs, Hyacinths, and other winter flowers for FY2026 for the Landscaping Department to Ruigrok Flowerbulbs with a cost of $37,876.88 plus shipping costs. The cost will be included in the FY2026 Budget. Procurement is in agreement as allowed pursuant to Resolution No. 1650-10 adopted May 24, 2010 with designated "Like Item" Flora exceeding the $30,000.00 state bid limit. Seconded by Councilmember Martin, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. * * * 10960 14 July 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 5495-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows: [1]That the City of Fairhope approves the annual procurement of Tulip Bulbs, Hyacinths, and other winter flowers for FY2026 for the Landscaping Department to Ruigrok Flowerbulbs with a cost of $37,876.88 plus shipping costs. The cost will be included in the FY2026 Budget. Procurement is in agreement as allowed pursuant to Resolution No. 1650-10 adopted May 24, 2010 with designated "Like Item" Flora exceeding the $30,000.00 state bid limit. ADOPTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: L�,;1� City Clerk Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the award of the Request for Quotes for Labor and Materials for the Thermoplastic Crosswalk Striping in City School Zones to IMPACT Divisions, LLC for a not-to-exceed project cost of $70,350.00. This Public Works project will be less than $100,000.00, and therefore does not need to be fon11ally bid out. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. * * * 10961 14 July 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 5496-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope approves the award of the Request for Quotes for Labor and Materials for the Thermoplastic Crosswalk Striping in City School Zones and others to IMPACT Divisions, LLC for a not-to-exceed project cost of $75,350.00. This Public Works project will be less than $100,000.00, and therefore does not need to be formally bid out. DULY ADOPTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: �.rg� iias:MC1 City Clerk Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council approves Contract Amendment No. 2 for (Bid No. 25-008) Pest Control Annual Contract with Wayne's Pest Control Services LLC with an additional not-to-exceed annual amount of $99.00; and authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute contract amendment. The new contract total with a not-to-exceed annual amount of $13,568.68. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 5497-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That the City Cmmcil approves Contract Amendment No. 2 for (Bid No. 25-008) Pest Control Annual Contract with Wayne's Pest Control Services LLC with an additional not-to­ exceed annual amount of $99.00; and authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute contract amendment. The new contract total with a not-to-exceed annual amount of$13,568.68. ADOPTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: 10962 14 July 2025 Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution To award (Bid No. 25-039) to Johnson Controls, Inc. for Chiller Replacement at Fairhope Public Library with a bid proposal not-to­ exceed $34,603.00. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 5498-25 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 for (Bid No. 25-039) to procure a qualified contractor to provide all labor and incidentals only to replace the Chiller Unit at the Fairhope Public Library. [2]At the appointed time and place, the following bid was opened and tabulated as follows: Johnson Controls, Inc. $34,603.00 [3]After evaluating the bid proposal with the required bid specifications, Johnson Controls, Inc. is now awarded the bid for (Bid No. 25-039) to procure a qualified contractor to provide all labor and incidentals only to replace the Chiller Unit at the Fairhope Public Library with a not-to-exceed amount of $34,603.00. ADOPTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: .JM City Clerk Councilmember Martin 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 Professional Construction Engineering and Inspection (CE&I) Services for (RFQ PS25-032) for the Bon Secour at Grand Drainage Project to Sawgrass Consulting, LLC: and hereby authorize Mayor Sullivan to negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be approved by Council. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 10963 14 July 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 5499-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That the City Council approves the selection by Mayor Sherry Sullivan for Professional Construction Engineering and Inspection (CE&I) Services for (RFQ PS25-032) for the Bon Secour at Grand Drainage Project to Sawgrass Consulting, LLC; and hereby authorize Mayor Sullivan to negotiate the not­ to-exceed fee to be approved by Council. DULY ADOPTED THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 25-049-2025-PWI-018) to C. Thornton, Inc. for Bon Secour at Grand Street Drainage Repair Project with a bid proposal not-to-exceed $398,945.50; and authorize Treasurer to transfer $398,945.50 from General Fund to Capital Projects Fund. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. * * * 10964 14 July 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 5500-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GO VERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows: [ 1]That the City of Fairhope did request, receive, and open bids on (Bid Number 25- 049-2025-PWI-018) to procure a Qualified Contractor to provide all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals for Bon Secour at Grand Street Drainage Repair Project. [2]At the appointed time and place, the following bids were opened and tabulated as follows: Please see attached Bid Ta bulation for Bid Number 25-049-2025-PWI-018 Bon Secour at Grand Street Drainage Repair Project [3]After evaluating the bid proposals with the required bid specifications, C. Thornton, Inc. is awarded (Bid Number 25-049-2025-PWI-018) to procure a Qualified Contractor to provide all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals for Bon Secour at Grand Street Drainage Repair Project with a total bid proposal not-to­ exceed $398,945.50; and authorizes the transfer of $398,945.50 from General Fund to Capital Projects Fund. Adopted on this 14th day of July, 2025 Attest: �UJ._/Li A.fus).i City Clerk Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the award of the Request for Quotes for Labor, Equipment, and Materials for the Underground Bore Project at the Unopened Right of Way of Bon Secour to A-Long Boring, Inc. for a not-to-exceed project cost of $89,800.00. This Public Works project will be less than $100,000.00, and therefore does not need to be formally bid out. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 10965 14 July 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 5501-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope approves the award of the Request for Quotes for Labor, Equipment, and Materials for the Underground Bore Project at the Unopened Right of Way of Bon Secour to A-Long Boring, Inc. for a not-to-exceed project cost of $89,800.00. This Public Works project will be less than $100,000.00, and therefore does not need to be formally bid out. DULY ADOPTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: L�L City Clerk Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of an additional 6 Annual Subscriptions of Citizenserve Software for the IT Depaiiment from Online Solutions, LLC; and authorizes procurement allowed by the Code of Alabama 1975, Section 41-16-51(a)(ll). The additional annual cost is $9,000.00. The new total annual cost will be $51,000.00. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 5502-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAl\1A, That the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of a an additional six (6) Annual Subscriptions of Citizenserve Software for the IT Department from Online Solutions, LLC: and authorizes procurement allowed by the Code of Alabama 1975, Section 41-16-51(a)(l 1). The additional annual cost is $9,000.00. The new total ammal cost will be $51,000.00. ADOPTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: �-A�L� �,MMt City Clerk 109 66 14 July 2025 Councilmember Martin 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 Coastal Alabama Community College and the City of Fairhope Police Department pursuant to Section 36-21-49, Code of Alabama 1975. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 5503-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GO VERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That the City Council hereby approves and authorizes the City of Fairhope to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between Coastal Alabama Community College and the City of Fairhope Police Department pursuant to Section 36-21-49, Code of Alabama 1975. ADOPTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: �Alk& "aA.anks,MMC 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 Change Order No. 4 for the return of scanned documents for the Planning and Zoning Department; services have been previously negotiated through the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NCPA) Buying Group (Contract 11-26) with MCCi, LLC and therefore does not have to be let out for bid. Change Order No. 4 is not-to-exceed $2,500.00. Total contract price will not-to-exceed $113,193.48. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. * * 10967 14 July 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 5504-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows: [1]That Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute Change Order No. 4 for the return of scanned docwnents for the Planning and Zoning Department; services have been previously negotiated through the National Cooperative Alliance (NCP A) Buying Group (Contract 11-26) with MCCi, LLC and therefore does not have to be let out for bid. Change Order No. 4 is not to exceed $2,500.00. Total contract pr ice will not-to-exceed $113,193.48. ADO PTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: �� City Cler Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a res olution that the City of Fa irhope hereby authorizes the resubmission of a Grant Application for FY2025 Airport Improvement Program Funds for Runway Strengthening at H.L. "Sonny" Callahan Airp ort; and authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign the application and any related forms or documents on behalf of the City of Fairhope. The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute an appropriate grant agreement with FAA without further action on the part of the City Council. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. * * 10968 14 July 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 5505-25 A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE SUBMISSION OF GRANT APPLICATION FOR FY2025 AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FUNDS FOR RUNWAY STRENGTHENING AT H.L. "SONNY" CALLAHAN AIRPORT WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope, Alabama, as the designated Sponsor for H. L. "Sonny" Callahan Airport (KCQF) ("the Airport") intends to apply for Federal and State matching funds for an Airport Improvement Program Project (AIP) Grant Project at the Airport; and WHEREAS, the overall scope of the AIP Project is expected to be runway rehabilitation, replacement of runway lighting, replacement of taxiway lighting; and WHEREAS, the total project costs are expected to be $6,693,615, with 95% of the project costs funded by the FAA; 2.5% of the project costs funded by the Alabama Department of Transportation; and 2.5% of the project costs funded by Fairhope Airport Authority; and WHEREAS, the application submission deadline is not later than July 15, 2025. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City of Fairhope, Alabama as follows: 1.That the City of Fairhope is authorized to make an Application for Federal Assistance for the AIP Project for the purpose of seeking Federal funding through the AIP program for runway strengthening and lighting replacement at the Airport. 2.That the application be submitted for and on behalf of the City of Fairhope by its Mayor, as designated by the City Council, who is authorized by this Resolution to sign the application and any related fonns or documents on behalf of the City of Fairhope. 3.That should such grant application be accepted and approved by the FAA, that the Mayor is hereby authorized by this Resolution to execute an approp1iate grant agreement with FAA without further action on the part of the City Council. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Fairhope, in reliance upon an appropriate resolution from Fairhope Airport Authority dated July 8, 2025, hereby affirms that the local matching share of funds in the amount required for this AIP Project shall be the responsibility of Fairhope Airport Authority, and not the City of Fairhope. 10969 14 July 2025 I, the undersigned qualified and acting as the City Clerk of the City of Fairhope, Alabama hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a true copy of a resolution lawfully passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Fairhope named therein, at a regular meeting of such body held on the 14th day of July, 2025, and that such resolution is on file in the office of the City Clerk, City of Fairhope, Alabama. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Fairhope on this 14th day of July, 2025. ATTEST: ��tµL �nks,MM City Clerk City Council reviewed an application for a Special Events Retail License by Thomas Bratton McGregor, Bottles Up Mobile Inc. d/b/a Bottles Up Mobile, Fairhope Civic Center July 25 Event, 161 N. Section St., Fairhope, Alabama 36532. Councilmember Martin moved to approve the issuance of the license. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the award of the Request for Quotes for Labor and Materials for the Replacement of the Well #8 Pump to Griner Drilling Service, Inc. for a project cost not-to-exceed $54,793.74. This Public Works project will be less than $100,000.00; and therefore, does not need to be formally bid out. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. * * * 10970 14 July 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 5506-25 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope approves the award of the Request for Quotes for Labor and Materials for the Replacement of the Well #8 Pump to Griner Drilling Service, Inc. for a project cost not-to-exceed $54,793.74. This Public Works project will be less than $100,000.00; and therefore, does not need to be formally bid out. DULY ADOPTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY, 2025 Attest: City Clerk The following individuals spoke during Public Participation for Non-Agenda Items: 1)Renee Boutin, 10950 Driver Court, addressed the City Council regarding her gas bill. She said in 2021 water and sewer budget was $14,000 plus; and in 2024 its budget was $60,000 plus. Mayor Sullivan replied the study was on the Department's webpage. Ms. Boutin questioned if the moratorium would be extended. Council President Burrell responded that the increase was due to new water wells and infrastructure. Councilmember Robinson explained how moratoriums are put in place in Alabama. Community Affairs Director Paige Crawford addressed the City Council and explained the Section 5310 Tr ansportation Assistance Project through the Alabama Department of Transportation. She said the van is used not just for the James P. Nix Center but is City-wide transportation. Ms. Crawford stated that this is an Eighty/Twenty match with the estimated total cost being $32,600.00. She commented that this van will be zero entry which will be easier for handicap citizens. A Public Hearing was held for Grant FY26 ALDOT Section 5310. Council President Burrell opened the public hearing at 6: 11 p.m. 1)Sherry Sullivan, 419 Barclay Avenue, addressed the City Council and said she was here in 2012 when we received the van through the Section 5310 program. She said this is a great service for Fairhope; and commented there are set trips and rides around the Duck Pond. Ms. Sullivan commented it is great for mental health for our citizens. The public hearing was closed at 6: 13 p.m. 10971 14 July 2025 Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that Mayor Sherry Sullivan is authorized to execute, file an award application, and enter into an agreement with the Alabama Department of Transportation for aid in the financing of a Section 5310 Transportation Assistance Project if awarded. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 5491-25 WHEREAS, Federal financial assistance as authorized under Section 5310 of the Federal Transit Act Amendments of 1991, is available through the Alabama Department of Transportation to provide transportation services to meet the special needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities; and WHEREAS, the submission of an application for said financial assistance is deemed necessary to aid in addressing the transportation needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities residents of City of Fairhope; and WHEREAS, any agreement for capital financial assistance with the State of Alabama, acting by and through its Alabama Department of Transportation, will impose certain obligations upon the applicant, including the provision by it of the local share of project costs; and WHEREAS, it is the goal of the applicant to provide the best transit project that can be provided with the funds available. NOW, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA as follows: That Mayor Sherry Sullivan is authorized to execute, file an award application, and enter into an agreement with the Alabama Department of Transportation for aid in the financing of a Section 5310 Transportation Assistance Project. Adopted this 14th day of July, 2025 Signature:�� � Attest:�� Name: Jack Burrell Name: Lisa A. Hanks, MMC Title: Council President Title: City Clerk 10972 14 July 2025 Councilmember Robinson moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was duly adjourned at 6:13 p.m. �rre10 City Clerk