HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-28-2025 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, 28 July 2025.
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Present were Council President Jack Burrell, Councilmembers: Corey Martin,
Jimmy Conyers, Jay Robinson, and Kevin Boone, City Attorney Marcus E.
McDowell, and City Clerk Lisa A. Hanks. Mayor Sherry Sullivan was absent.
There being a quorum present, Council President Burrell called the meeting to
order at 6:03 p.m. The invocation was given by Councilmember Kevin Boone and the
Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Council President Burrell stated there was a need to add on an agenda
item after Agenda Item Number 27: an application for Restaurant Liquor License by
John S. MacArthur, Fairhope Hemp, LLC d/b/a Johnny Mac's, located at 505
Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, Alabama 36532.
Councilmember Boone 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 I 4 July 2025,
regular meeting; and minutes of the 14 July 2025, work session. Seconded by
Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
The Fairhope Police Depaitment was officially accredited by the Alabama
Association of Chiefs of Police by Andalusia Police Chief Paul Hudson. Chief
Hollinghead said this is a historic moment for the Fairhope Police Department. Chief
Hudson read the Certificate of Accreditation and said the Fairhope Police Department
was one of the first in the State to receive this Accreditation. Chief Hollinghead
thanked the City Council and thanked her "Team" for all of their hard work.
The following individuals spoke during Public Participation for Agenda Items:
I)Rachel Ball, 210 South Mobile Street, addressed the City Council regarding
Agenda Item No. 21. Ms. Ball is a Mobile Baykeeper representative; and not
against dredging but against where the disposal goes. She said this should be
offshore disposal not onshore.
2)Dev Wakeley, 8856 Lakeview Drive, addressed the City Council regarding
Agenda Item No. 21 and said he was in agreement with Ms. Ball. Mr. Wakeley is
in favor of the City of Fairhope signing this letter; and said this is a universal
good idea.
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3)Jeffrey Lovingood, 10864 Eastwood Avenue, addressed the City Council
regarding Agenda Item No. 23; and said he was here to discuss the terms and
conditions of Theatre 98 lease . He said they are not following the lease. Mr.
Lovingood said there were no children performances, and the premises have not
been kept in good condition. He told the City Council to thoroughly look at the
lease and make sure they are following it.
4)Jennifer Walker, 152 Fels Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding Agenda
Item No. 23; and said she was a Theatre 98 Board member. Ms. Walker said she
was appreciative of the lease and the use of the building. She said they were
keeping the building up to Code and the historic form for our Community.
Building Official Erik Cortinas said he would look at inspections and fire code
issues if any. Council President Burrell read the paragraph and explained.
Councilmember Martin gave an update on the Fairhope Environmental
Advisory Committee. He said there is a new member to be appointed on the agenda,
and they are working with Planning Director Hunter Simmons on mapping out
greenspace.
Councilmember Conyers congratulated the Fairhope Police Department on
their Certificate of Accreditation; and said it is really impressive being the one of the
first to receive this award.
Councilmember Robinson thanked the Police Department for their Back to
School Bash; and said congratulations for Accreditation Aw ard. He thanks Recreation
Director Pat White and his staff for their hard work this past weekend for a successful
Charity Tournament at Volanta Park. Councilmember Robinson recognized the 8U
from Fairhope as the Southwest Regional Runner up. He said his 12-year-old Team
will be leaving on August 8, 2025 to Branson Missouri for the Southwest Region in
the Cal Ripken World Series.
Council President Burrell also congratulated the Fairhope Police Department
for being in the top three to receive this Accreditation in Alabama.
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 for Extension No. 3 of (Bid No. 023-22) Disaster Debris
Removal Monitoring Services 2022 with True North Emergency Management, LLC
per the terms and conditions of the original contract. This is a two (2) month
extension to allow for bid process of contract rebid. Seconded by Councilmember
Martin, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5507-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute a contract for Extension
No. 3 of (Bid No. 023-22) Disaster Debris Removal Monitoring Services 2022 with True North
Emergency Management, LLC per the terms and conditions of the original contract. This is a two
(2)month extension to allow for bid process of contract rebid.
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
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City Clerk
Councilmember Martin 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 for Extension No. 3 of (Bid No. 028-22) Disaster Debris
Removal and Disposal Services 2022 with CrowderGulf, LLC per the terms and
conditions of the original contract. This is a two (2) month extension to allow for bid
process of contract rebid. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5508-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute a contract for Extension
No. 3 of (Bid No. 028-22) Disaster Debris Removal and Disposal Services 2022 with
CrowderGulf, LLC per the terms and conditions of the original contract. This is a two (2) month
extension to allow for bid process of contract rebid.
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
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Councilmember Martin 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 (RFQ PS23-024) Professional Engineering
Services for Pecan Av enue Watershed Management with a not-to-exceed cost of
$8,000.00; and to award Contract Amendment No. 1 to JADE Consulting, LLC. The
new contract total will be $60,000.00. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion
passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5509-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[1]That Mayor Sheny Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute Contract Order No. 1 for
(RFQ PS23-024) Professional Engineering Services for Pecan Avenue Watershed
Management with a not-to-exceed cost of $8,000.00; and to award Contract Amendment
No. 1 to JADE Consulting, LLC. The new contract total will be $60,000.00.
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
Attest:
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 Contract Amendment No. 2, Extension No. 1 of (Bid No. 24-
056)Citywide Tree Maintenance Annual Contract Public Works Department with
Chris Francis Tree Care, LLC per the terms and conditions of the original contract.
Seconded by Councilmember Martin, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOL UTION NO . 5510-25
BE IT RESOL VED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That Mayor Sheny Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute Contract
Amendment No. 2, Extension No. 1 of Bid No. 24-056 Citywide Tree Maintenance Annual
Contract Public Works Department with Chris Francis Tree Care, LLC per the terms and
conditions of the original contract.
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
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Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Sullivan to enter into an
agreement with Alabama Department of Transportation for the Cooperative
Maintenance of State Right-of-Way of all Pedestrian related Facilities being
constructed on the Parker Road Sidewalk Project within the State right-of-way (i.e.
Sidewalk, ADA Ramps, Crosswalks, Pedestrian Signals, etc.) from milepost 42.99 to
43.00. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice
vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5511-25
BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE GOVERNI NG BODY OF THE CITY OF FAI RHOPE
AS FOLLOWS:
1.WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope, Alabama enter into an agreement with the
Alabama Department of Transportation, acting by and through its
Transportation Director hereinafter refe1Ted to as the ("State") for:
The Cooperative Maintenance of all Pedestrian related Facilities being
constructed on the Parker Road Sidewalk Project within the State right-of
way (i.e., Sidewalk, ADA Ramps, Crosswalks, Pedestrian Signals, etc.) from
milepost 42.99 to 43.00.
2.WHEREAS, the agreement shall be ex ecuted in the name of the City of
Fairhope, by its Mayor She1Ty Sullivan, for and on its behalf.
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3.WHEREAS, the agreement shall be attested by the City Clerk Lisa A. Hanks,
and the seal of the City of Fairhope affixed thereto.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon the completion of the execution of the
Agreement by all parties, that a copy of such agreement be kept on file by the City Clerk.
Adopted and Approved this 28th day of July, 2025
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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
procurement of a 2026 T380 Sidewinder with Automated Side Loader Garbage Tru ck
that is on Sourcewell (Contract #032824-KTC) with Truckworx and therefore does
not have to be let out for bid. The total amount not-to-exceed of $337,511.00. The
cost will be included in the FY2026 Budget. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5512-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of a 2026 T380
Sidewinder with Automated Side Loader Garbage Truck that is on Sourcewell
(Contract #032824-KTC) with Truckworx and therefore does not have to be let out for
bid. The total amount not-to-exceed $337,511.00. The cost will be included in the
FY2026 Budget.
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 20252025
Attest:
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City Clerk
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Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 25-043) to Underground, Inc.
for Rehabilitation of Lakewood Lift Station with a bid proposal not-to-exceed
$317,700.00. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by
voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5513-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRH OPE,
ALABAMA, as follows:
[1]That the City of Fairhope did request, receive, and open bids for (Bid No. 25-043) to
Underground, Inc. for Rehabilitation of Lakewood Lift Station for the City of Fairhope
Water and Sewer Department.
[2]At the appointed time and place, the following bids were opened and tabulated as
follows:
Underground, Inc.
Hemphill Construction Company, Inc.
Taylor Corporation
$317,700.00
$320,715.00
$485,000.00
[3]After evaluating the bid proposals with the required bid specifications, Underground,
Inc. is now awarded (Bid No. 25-043) for Rehabilitation of Lakewood Lift Station for the
City of Fairhope Water and Sewer Department with a bid proposal not-to-exceed
$317,700.00.
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
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 Sawgrass Consulting, LLC. for Professional Construction
Engineering and Inspection (CE&I) Services for (RFQ PS25-032) Bon Secour at
Grand Drainage Project with a not-to-exceed amount of $39,900.00; and to authorize
Treasurer to transfer $39,900.00 from General Fund to Capital Projects Fund.
Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5514-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute Contract ,vith
Sawgrass Consulting, LLC for Profession al Construction Engineering and Inspection (CE&I )
Services for (RFQ PS25-032) Bon Secour at Gra nd Drain age Project with a not-to-exceed
amount of $39,900.00. Authorize Tre asurer to tr ansfer $39,900.00 from General Fund to
Capital Projects Fund.
ADOPT ED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
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Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that certain items are declared surplus, and the
Mayor and City Treasurer are hereby authorized and directed to dispose of personal
property owned by the City of Fairhope via "GovD e als". Seconded by
Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5515-25
WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope, Alabama, has cert ain items of personal property which are no longer needed for public or municipal purposes; and
WHEREAS, Section 11-43-56 of the Code of Alabama of 1975 authorizes the mun icipal
governing body to dispose of unneeded personal property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUN CIL OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the following personal property owned by the City of Fairhope, Alabama,
is not needed for public or municipal purposes, and hereby declared surplus:
18 Light Poles
3 Water Pumps -New
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SECTION 2. That the Mayor and City Tre asurer are hereby authorized and directed to
dispose of the personal property owned by the City of Fairhope, Alabama, described in
Section 1, above, by the following method:
a.Receiving bids for such property (via "GovDeals"). All such property shall be sold
to the highest bidder, provided, however, that the City Council shall grant the
authority to the Mayor to reject all bids when, in her opinion, she deems the bids to
be less than adequate consideration for the personal property.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
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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 Council approves the selection by
Mayor Sherry Sullivan for Professional Services for (RFQ PS25-033) for
Hydrogeological Services Annual Contract to O'Donnell & Associates, Inc.; and
hereby authorize Mayor Sullivan to negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be approved by
Council. Seconded by Councilmember Martin, motion passed unanimously by voice
vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5516-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAI RHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council approves the selection by Mayor Sherry Sullivan for
Professional Services for (RFQ PS25-033) for Hydrogeological Services Annual Contract to
O'Donnell & Associates, Inc.; and hereby authorize Mayor Sullivan to negotiate the not-to
exceed fee to be approved by Council.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
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City Clerk
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Co uncilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a reso lution to award (Bid N o. 25-044-2025-PWal-007) to
MAD Dash, Inc. d/b/a Southern Steel Structures for Pre-Engineered Metal Building
with Fo undation Truck Shed for City o f Fairho pe -Water and Sewer Department with
a bid propo sal no t-to-exceed $142,733.00. Seco nded by Co uncilmember Conyers,
moti on passed unanimo usly by v oice vo te.
RESOLUTION NO. 5517-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GO VERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[1]That the City o f Fairhope did request, receive, and open bids for (Bid N o . 25-044-
2025-PWal-007) for a Pre-Engineered Metal Building with F o undatio n Truck Shed
for the City o f Fairhope Water and Sewer Department.
[2]At the appointed time and place, the following bids were opened and tabulated as
follows:
Please see attached Bid Tabulation for
Bid Number 25-044-2025-PWal-007
Pre-Engineered Metal Building with Fo undation Truck Shed
[3]After evaluating the bid pr opo sals with the required bid specifications, MAD Dash
Inc., dba S outhern Steel Structures is now awarded (Bid No. 25-044-2025-PWal-007)
for a Pre-Engineered Metal Building with Foundatio n Truck Shed for the City o f
Fairh ope Water and Sewer Department with a bid propo sal no t-to-exceed
$142,733.00.
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
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City of Fair1lope Bid Tabuation Bld No. 25-0#-2025-l'Wal.007 Pre-Engiieere<I Melli 8uild119 with Foundati011, Truck Shed f01 City of Fairhope -Watemd Sewer Oepertment Opened July 1, 2025 al 10:00 A.M.
Vendo r Apex C011tracting Del.Co� LLC Langan Development Quality Coatings l Royal
Se!vim,LLC Company, LLC Drywall Inc. Development
BidBond(Y/N) y y y Creek No
Bid Documents Signed/Nomrized y y y y y (YIN
Addendum Acknowledged �I (YIN) y y y y y
Descril)(lon LumpSUII Cost lump Sum Cos\ LumpSilll Cost Lump Sum Cost LWllpSwn Cost
One 40' x 150' x 18 Pre-!:ngineered $160,250,00 llefal Building on a foundation, per 1188,IXXI.OO $191,IXXl.00 (+$3.500.00ooen,ekipe) l180,IXXI.OO Noo&!poosr,, specifications prol'ided by the ,1163,750,00 winnin; bidder
Additive Alema1ive • Grits and WaU Panels to enclose to half of rear and $25,IXXI.OO 111,000.00 $14,500.00 $20,IXXIOO -="' sides ol 40' x150' Truck Shed llJp
chargunount from base bid)
TOTAL $21�000.00 $202,000.00 $178,250.00 $300,000.00 Norh'l�ve
Rfcommendation:
To the best of my knowledge this is an acwale Ski Tabulation �o.�
Signature Richard Johnsoo, City Engineer
Erin Wo/fe, Mhasing Manager
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Southeastm MAODash Int., Youngblood-
Conslruction dba Southern Barrett
Partners,LLC Stee\Structum Construction& Engineering, LLC
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Lump Sum Cost lullp Sum Cos1 Lump Sum Cost
$199,100.00 1124136.00 $202,979.00
$29,300.00 $18,497.00 $22,51(00
$223,400.00 $142,733.00 $225,493.00
Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope ap proves the
procurement for the addition of Invoice Cloud to the Munis Financial System from
Tyler Technologies, a Sole Source Provider. The cost is a not-to-exceed of $7,000.00.
Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5518-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City of Fa irhope approves the procurement for the addition of
Invoice Cloud to the Munis Financial System from Tyler Technologies, a Sole Source
Provider. This cost is a not-to-exceed of $7,000.00.
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
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Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council reject all bids for (Bid No.
25-038) for Fairhope Municipal Jail; and to award (Bid No. 25-038) to Global
Tel*Link b/d/a ViaPath Technologies for negotiated submitted proposal for Inmate
Telephone Services for Fairhope Municipal Jail with a bid proposal of Inmate Calling
Rates of $0.12 and Cost of Recovery for Prepaid Calls is $0.12, pursuant to the Code
of Alabama 1975, Section 41-16-50( 4). Seconded by Councilmember Robinson,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5519-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council to reject all bids (Bid No. 25-038) for Fairhope Municipal Jail;
and to award (Bid No. 25-038) to Global Tel*Link bid/a ViaPath Technologies for negotiated
submitted proposal for Inmate Telephone Senrices for Fairhope Municipal Jail with a bid proposal
of Inmate Calling Rates of $0.12 and Cost of Recovery for Prepaid Calls is $0.12, pursuant to the
Code of Alaban1a 1975, Section 41-16-50(4).
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
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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 for the
purpose of operating a unified School Resource Officer Program, between the
Baldwin County Commission, Baldwin County Sheriffs Office, and the City of
Fairhope pursuant to Section 36-21-49, Code of Alabama 1975. Seconded by
Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember
Conyers commented this is a great program and kids interact with the School
Resource Officers.
RESOLUTION NO. 5520-25
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 for the purpose of
operating a unified School Resource Officer Program, between the Baldwin County
Commission, Baldwin County Sheriff's Office, and the City of Fairhope pursuant to
Section 36-21-49, Code of Alabama 1975.
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
Attest:
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City Clerk
Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council hereby authorizes Mayor
Sherry Sullivan to sign on behalf of the City of Fairhope for Mobile Baykeeper a
letter to Senator Katie B1itt with regard to dredging. Seconded by Councilmember
Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5521-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
That the City Council hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign on behalf of the City
of Fairhope for Mobile Baykeeper a letter to Senator Katie Britt in regard to dredging.
Adopted on this 28th day of July, 2025
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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 Council hereby approves and
authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute a Memorandum of Understanding
Agreement between the City of Fairhope and Fairhope/Point Clear Community
Foundation, an affiliate of the Community Foundation of South Alabama, for a
partnership to construct a park and splash pad to be known as "Foundation Park."
Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5522-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, that the City Council hereby approves and authorizes Mayor Shen-y
Sullivan to execute a Memorandum of Understanding Agreement between the City of
Fairhope and Fairhope/Point Clear Community Foundation, an affiliate of the
Community Foundation of South Alabama, for a partnership to construct a park and
splash pad to be known as "Foundation Park."
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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 renew the lease for a ten-year term pursuant to the Municipal Lease Agreement
between the City of Fairhope, Alabama ("Lessor") and Theatre 98, Inc. ("Lessee") for
use of the premises located at 350 Morphy Av enue, Fairhope, Alabama. Seconded by
Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Council
President Burrell said we need to look at the terms and conditions.
RESOLUTION NO. 5523-25
WHEREAS, on July 27, 2015, via Ordinance No. 1544, the City Council authorized
the execution of a Municipal Lease Agreement between the City of Fairhope,
Alabama ("Lessor") and Theatre 98, Inc. ("Lessee") for use of the premises located at
350 Morphy Av enue, Fairhope, Alabama; and
WHEREAS, Lessee promises and agrees in lieu of rent to maintain the premises and
keep them in good repair; and shall perform services for the City and the local
community by putting on at least four ( 4) performances per year for City and County
residents; and
WHEREAS, the City Council is desirous of renewing the lease for an additional ten
(10)years, with the same terms and conditions, which will expire on July 31, 2025.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, That Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to renew the lease for
a ten-year term pursuant to the Municipal Lease Agreement between the City of
Fairhope, Alabama ("Lessor") and Theatre 98, Inc. ("Lessee") for use of the premises
located at 350 Morphy Avenue, Fairhope, Alabama.
Adopted on this 28th day of July, 2025
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Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council accepts the Gulf of
America Alliance's grant award for the Clean and Resilient Marina Certification
project for the Fairhope Docks Marina in the amount of$17,349.17; and authorizes
Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign all necessary documents. The award will fund
necessary equipment to complete the Clean Marina certification process including a
weather station, green cleaning supplies for slip owners, a spill kit and boom for the
fuel dock and signage. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5524-25
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[1]That the City Council accepts the Gulf of America Alliance's grant award for
the Clean and Resilient Marina Certification project for the Fairhope Docks Marina
in the amount of $17,349.17; and authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign all
necessary documents. The award will fund necessary equipment to complete the
Clean Marina certification process including: a weather station, green cleaning
supplies for slip owners, a spill kit and boom for the fuel dock and signage.
ADOPTED ON THIS 28TH DAY OF JULY, 2025
Attest:
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City Clerk
Councilmember Martin moved to approve the recommendations from the
Street & Traffic Control Committee: (1) Removing the current speed-calming devices
on Volanta Av enue (West End, from N. Section Street to the Fairhope Yacht Club),
and install four ( 4) standard (rubber/bolt down) speed bump devices; (2) Lowering
the speed limit from 25 mph to 15 mph on Volanta Av enue (West end, from N.
Section Street to Fairhope Yacht Club); (3) Adding a fourth speed table to Summer
Lake Street (residents would pay for the additional speed calming device); and ( 4)
Lowering the speed limit from 25 mph to 20 mph on Summer Lake Street. Se conded
by Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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Councilmember Martin moved to grant the request of Gary Gover, Director and President of Earth Day Mobile Bay, Inc. requesting the use of South Beach Park for Earth Day 2026. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Councilmember Martin moved to appoint Carl Couret to the Fairhope Environmental Advisory Board for a four-year term which will expire July 2029. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
City Council reviewed an application for a Restaurant Liquor License by John S.MacArthur, Fairhope Hemp LLC d/b/a Johnny Mac's, located at 505 FairhopeAvenue, Fairhope, Alabama. Councilmember Conyers moved to approve the issuanceof the license. Seconded by Councilmember Martin, motion passed unanimously byvoice vote.
Councilmember Boone 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 6:51 p.m.
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