HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-26-2026 City Council Meeting MinutesSTATE OF ALABAMA )(
COUN TY 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, Fairhope, Alabama 36532, on
Monday, 26 January 2026.
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Present were Council President Jimmy Conyers, Councilmembers: Joshua
Gammon, Jay Robinson, and Andrea Booth, Mayor Sherry Sullivan, City Attorney
Marcus E. McDowell, and City Clerk Lisa A. Hanks. Councilmember Jack Burrell was
absent.
There being a quorum present, Council President Conyers called the meeting to
order. The invocation was given by Reverend Dr. Gary Cox of Eastern Shore
Presbyterian Church, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Councilmember
Gammon moved to approve minutes of the January 12, 2026, regular meeting; and
minutes of the January 12, 2026, work session. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Mayor Sullivan addressed the City Council and introduced Skip Jones who is
the President of the Fairhope Center of the Writing Arts and gave an update of the
program. He said there have been 101 writers since 2004. Since Mayor Sullivan took
office, maintenance for the Cottage has been budgeted; i.e., roof and floor. He thanked
everyone for what we have done.
Councilmember Booth mentioned that she, Mayor Sullivan, and Councilmember
Gammon went to the Alabama League of Municipalities Advocacy Day. She said that
everyone that was there loves Mayor Sullivan.
Council President Conyers announced the retirement of Coach Carter; and
thanked Gary Gover for his service on the Fairhope Environmental Advisory Board.
Councilmember Robinson moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1852, an
ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 1233 known as the City of Fairhope Business
License Code, Chapter 8, Section 22. License Classifications: additional NAICS Codes
with Fee Schedule. (Introduced at the at the January 12, 2026 City Council Meeting)
Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion for final adoption passed by the following
voice votes: A YE-Gammon, Conyers, Robinson, and Booth. NAY -None.
Councilmember Robinson moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1853, an
ordinance to annex the property of ALDI, Inc., FAV181, LLC, and Fairhope Single Tax
Corporation located at 10101 County Road 48, Fairhope, Alabama and to zone B-2
General Business District. Tax Parcels 46-06-14-0-000-001. 792 and 46-06-14-0-000-
001.642. (Introduced at the January 12, 2026 City Council Meeting) Seconded by
Councilmember Booth, motion for final adoption passed by the following voice votes:
A YE -Gammon, Conyers, Robinson, and Booth. NAY -None.
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26 January 2026
Planning Director Hunter Simmons addressed the City Council to explain the
Site Plan Review of property owned by FST SILDI, LLC. Located at 301 Fairhope
Avenue, Fairhope, Alabama for Fairhope Boarding House. The property is
approximately 0.20 acres and is zoned B-2 -General Business District. PPIN #14359.
(Planning Commission voted 8 to 1 to recommend approval of SR 25.08).
Councilmember Robinson moved to approve the Site Plan property owned by
listed above subject to Staff' recommendation with one condition; and Planning
Commission's recommendation. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Booth.
Councilmember Robinson said he was concerned with 300 people at Roof Top Bar. He
said we need to make sure it is compliant, regulated, and monitored. Attorney Chris
Williams asked what the maximum could be from Building Official. Councilmember
Gammon questioned square footage of accessory, room sizes, and number of rooms.
Ryan Baker, Principal Architect with Walcott Adams Verneuille said it is 8,000 square
footage less mechanical equipment. The Roof Top Bar is for the boarding house
residents and guests. Councilmember Booth mentioned concerns from the Community
with parking. Council President Conyers said parking was a prior concern but not now.
He said there will be one full-time resident, so one parking space is required.
Councilmember Robinson explained that this building has been discussed for over two
years.
After further discussion, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope adopts a resolution in
support for all efforts to protect the health of Mobile Bay, preserve the quality of life of
our residents, and safeguard the natural resources that draw so many people to live in
and visit Coastal Alabama. The motions was seconded by Councilmember Gammon.
After Council President Conyers read the entire resolution, motion passed unanimously
by voice vote.
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26 January 2026
RESOLUTION NO. 5702-26
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT FOR ALL EFFORTS TO
PROTECT THE HEALTH OF MOBILE BAY
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WHEREAS, The City of Fairhope supports all efforts to protect the health of Mobile
Bay. We know the bay is the greatest natural resource on the Eastern Shore, directly
impacting our economy, tourism, and quality of life. It is one of the primary reasons
Fairhope and the Eastern Shore have become such desirable places to live; and
WHEREAS, We also recognize that regulations and best practices change over time
and have heard from citizens about concerns related to thin layer placement (mud
dumping) and coal ash. It is essential that the data and science is followed, and that
Alabama's leaders have the opportunity to periodically re-evaluate these standards to
ensure we remain responsible stewards of Mobile Bay; and
WHEREAS, We are committed to working with our state and federal partners, industry
leaders, and environmental organizations to protect Mobile Bay, preserve the quality of
life for our residents, and safeguard the natural resources that draw so many people to
live in and visit Coastal Alabama.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GO VERNING BODY OF THE
CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope adopts a resolution in
support for all efforts to protect the health of Mobile Bay, preserve the quality of life of
our residents, and safeguard the natural resources that draw so many people to live in
and visit Coastal Alabama.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
ATTEST:
saAanks, MMC
City Clerk
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26 January 2026
Councilmember Gammon introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope, Alabama enter into
an agreement with the State of Alabama, acting by and through the Alabama
Department of Transportation relating to a project for: Intersection improvements to
include installation of traffic signals and equipment on SR-181 and Threshing
Boulevard; Project# ST-002-999-015; CPMS Ref# 100081388. State Public Road and
Bridge Funds shall be limited to $250,000.00 for this project. Seconded by
Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5703-26
BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE GO VERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
That the City of Fairhope, Alabama enter into an agreement with the State of
Alabama, acting by and through the Alabama Department of Transportation relating
to a project for:
Intersection improvements to include installation of traffic signals and
equipment on SR-181 and Threshing Boulevard; Project# ST-002-999-015;
CPMS Ref# 100081388.
Which agreement is before this Council; and that the agreement be executed in the
name of the City of Fairhope, by its Mayor Sherry Sullivan for an on its behalf; and
that it be attested by the City Clerk, Lisa A. Hanks and the official 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 26th day of January, 2026 �c� esReidecmie;hP
Council President
Attest:
�:�= City Cle
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26 January 2026
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution that the Fairhope City Council adopts the
Fairhope Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan and commits to making progress
toward a long-term goal of zero traffic deaths and serious injuries, with an interim
goal of maintaining the current fatal and serious crash rate trend, which equates to an
approximate 50% rate reduction by year 2035. Seconded by Councilmember Booth,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5704-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY TIIE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[1]That Fairhope City Council adopts the Fairhope Safe Str eets for All Safety
Action Plan and commits to making progress toward a long-term goal of zero
traffic deaths and serious injuries, with an interim goal of maintaining the current
fatal and serious crash rate trend, which equates to an approximate 50% rate
reduction by year 2035.
ADOPTED ON THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Attest:
�.l&flV
City Clerk
s Reid Conyers,
uncil President
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution that the Fairhope City Council accepts a
funding agreement from the Eastern Shore Metropolitan Planning Organization
(MPO) in the amount of $40,000.00 for the Twin Beech/Booth Road Corridor Study;
and authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign any and all necessary documents.
Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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26 January 2026
RESOLUTION NO. 5705-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That Fairhope City Council accepts a funding agreement from the Eastern Shore
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) in the amount of $40,000.00 for the Twin
Beech/Road Corridor Study; and authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign any and all necessary
documents.
ADOPTED ON THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Attest: /4� City Clerk
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council approves submission of
a grant application to the ADECA Energy Efficient Retrofit funding opportunity in
the amount of $50,000.00; and authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign any and all
necessary documents. If awarded, the funding will be used to replace lighting
structures in at least one Fairhope City park with energy-efficient lights. There is no
match required. Seconded by Councilmember Gammon, motion passed unanimously
by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5706-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council approves submission of a grant application to the ADECA Energy
Efficient Retrofit funding opportunity in the amount of $50,000.00; and authorizes Mayor Sherry
Sullivan to sign any and all necessary documents. If awarded, the funding will be used to replace
lighting structures in at least one Fairhope City park with energy-efficient lights. There is no match
required.
ADOPTED ON THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Attest:
11222 26 January 2026 Councilmember Gammon 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 the Cowpen Creek Tributary Drainage Project (RFQ PS26-012) with a not-to-exceed amount of $51,600.00. Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUT ION NO. 5707-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That Mayor Sh erry Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute a Contract with Saw grass
Consulting, LLC for the Cowpen Creek Tributary Drainage Project (RFQ PS26-012) with a not-to
exceed amount of $51 ,600.00 .
DULY ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Attest:
�J;LL--City Clerk Councilmember Gammon introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council to reject all bids (Bid No. 26-020-2026-WAT-007) for Two Lime Slurry Systems City of Fairhope Treatment Plants 2 & 6; and authorize the re-bid under Code of Alabama 1975, Section 41-16-57(d). Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 5708-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council to reject all bids (Bid No. 26-020-2026-WAT-007) for Two Lime Slurry
Systems City of Fairhope Treatm ent Plants 2 & 6; and authorize the re-bid under Code of Alabama 1975,
Section 41-16-57( d).
ADOPTED ON THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Attest: ��--City Clerk
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26 January 2026
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 26-008-2025-PUW-020) to
Ranger Environmental Services, LLC for Emergency On-Call Contractor Services
(Water/Wastewater Department) Annual Contract for an annual contract amount not
to-exceed $400,000.00. Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5709-26
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 for (Bid No. 26-008-
2025-PUW-020) Emergency On-Call Contractor Services for the City of Fairhope
Water/Wastewater Department.
[2]At the appointed time and place, the following bids were opened and tabulated as
follows:
Please see attached Bid Tabulation for
Emergency On-Call Contractor Services
[3]After evaluating the bid proposals with the required bid specifications, Ranger
Environmental Services LLC is now awarded (Bid No. 26-008-2025-PUW-020)
Emergency On-Call Contractor Services for the City of Fairhope Water/Wastewater
Department with a bid proposal not-to-exceed $400,000.00.
Attest:
ADOPTED ON THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Reid Conyers, J
cil President
L�&U
City Clerk
26 January 2026 City of Fairhope Bid Tabulation
Bid 26-00B-202>PUW�20 Emergency On-Call Contractor Services (Water/Wastewater Department) Annual Contract
Opened December 16th, 2<l25 at 10:00 A.M.
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26 January 2026
Councilmember Robinson 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 Engineering Services for (RFQ PS26-010)
for the New 2.0 Million Gallon Water Tower and 24" Water Main to Southern
Engineering Solutions, Inc.; and hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to
negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be approved by Council. Seconded by
Councilmember Gammon, motion passed unanimously by v01ce vote.
Councilmember Gammon mentioned there were 10 responses received.
RESOLUTION NO. 5710-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[1]That the City Council approves the selection by the Evaluation Team for
Professional Engineering Services for (RFQ PS26-010) for the New 2.0 MillionGallon Water Tower and 24" Water Main to Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.;
and hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be
approved by Council.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Attest:
�� /t. lla..L.--L �, MMC
City Clerk
Councilmember Gammon introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution with Exhibit E being changed from "end of March" to
"TBD", a resolution -that the City Council hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan
to execute a Cost Sharing Agreement for Water Main Upgrade along County Road 32
between Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group, Inc. and the City of Fairhope, which shall include the upgrade, replacement, and extension of the existing water main line
approximately 5,167 feet from County Road 33 to the Forestar Property. Seconded by
Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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26 January 2026
RESOLUTION NO. 5711-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GO VERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That the City Council hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry
Sullivan to execute a Cost Sharing Agreement for Water Main Upgrade along County
Road 32 between Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group, Inc. and the City of Fairhope
which shall include the upgrade, replacement, and extension of the existing water
main line approximately 5,167 feet from County Road 33 to the Forestar Property.
Adopted on this 26th day of January, 2026
J
Co cil President
Attest:
Councilmember Gammon introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution that the Mayor and City Treasurer are hereby
authorized and directed to dispose of the personal property owned by the City of
Fairhope, Alabama, approximately 400 scrap copper and brass water meters, by the
following method: sold for scrap or recycle at the highest offered value. Seconded by
Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5712-26
WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope, Alabama, has certain 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
municipal governing body to dispose of unneeded personal property;
NOW, THEREF ORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, AS FOLLOWS:
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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:
Approximately 400 Scrap Copper and Brass Water Meters
SECTION 2. That the Mayor and City Treasurer 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.Sold for scrap or recycling at the highest offered value.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
JamReid Conyer,r.
Council President
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 the Development Agreement between the City of Fairhope and
BCP Acquisitions, LLC, ("the Company") regarding utility service to a single family
residential development on County Road 34 conditioned on annexation as set forth in
the Agreement. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Booth.
Attorney Chris Williams explained that the Development Agreement will get signed
first; and then BCP Acquisitions, LLC would annex into the City zoned R-1 b to get
water and sewer service. Mayor Sullivan stated we made sure we could serve this
development. After further discussion, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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26 January 2026
RESOLUTION NO. 5713-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute the Development
Agreement between the City of Fairhope and BCP Acquisitions, LLC, ("the Company") regarding
utility service to a single family residential development on County Road 34 conditioned on
annexation as set forth in the Agreement.
ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Attest:
� City Clerk
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves to amend
Resolution No. 5608-25 for the Annual Subscription for KorTerra Services from
KorTerra, Inc. for the Gas Department to increase the Annual Service Fee of
$7,350.00 to $7,500.00. All other costs remain the same. Sec onded by
Councilmember Gammon, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5714-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City of Fairhope approves to amend Resolution No. 5608-25 for the Annual
Subscription for KorTerra Services from KorTerra, Inc. for the Gas Department to increase the Annual
Service Fee of$7,350.00 to $7,500.00. All other costs remain the same.
ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Attest:
11230
26 January 2026
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution -that the Fairhope City Council enter into
an agreement with the State of Alabama acting by and through ALDOT relating to
public transportation with partial funding by the Federal Transit Administration to
implement the Section 5310 grant funding to purchase a 9 passenger van for the Nix
Center; and that the Council authorize Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign any and all
necessary documentation related to the funding agreement. Seconded by
Councilmember Gammon, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOL UTION NO. 5715-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY
OFF AIRHOPE, ALABAMA, for the Subrecipient of FT A Fund, as follows:
1.That the City of Fairhope enter into an agreement with the State of Alabama:
acting by and through the Alabama Department of Transportation relating to
public transportation with partial funding by the Federal Transit Administration,
which agreement is before this City Council of the City of Fairhope.
2.That the agreement to be executed in the name of the City of Fairhope, by the
Mayor of the City of Fairhope for and on its behalf; and that the Council authorize
Mayor Sherry Sullivan to sign any and all necessary documentation related to the
funding agreement:
3.That such execution be attested by the City Clerk and the seal of the City of
Fairhope affixed thereto:
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon completion of the execution of the
agreement by all parties, a copy of such agreement be kept by the City Clerk in the
minute book of the City of Fairhope.
I, the undersigned City Clerk of the City of Fairhope, Baldwin County, Alabama, do
hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a true copy of a resolution lawfully
passed and adopted by the Governing Body of the City of Fairhope, at a regular
meeting of such City Council held on the 26th day of January, 2026, and that such
resolution is of record in the Minute Book of the City of Fairhope.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official
seal of the City of Fairhope on this 26th day of January, 2026.
�&;LJ/ City Clerk
11231
26 January 2026
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 26-018) to Donohoo
Chevrolet, LLC for Five (5) New 2026 or Equivalent Chevrolet Tahoes 2 WD
Commercial for the Police Department with a bid proposal not-to-exceed
$274,476.70. Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion passed unanimously by
voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5716-26
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 for (Bid No. 26-018)
Five (5) New 2026 or Equivalent Chevrolet Tahoes 2 WD Commercial for the City of
Fairhope Police Department.
[2]At the appointed time and place, the following bids were opened and tabulated as
follows:
Bid Price Each Total for 5 Delivery Date
Donohoo Chevrolet, LLC $54.895.34 $274,476.70 15 Business Days
Hardy Chevrolet CMC, Inc. $55,313.16 $276,656.80 16 -20 Weeks
Wild Rose Chevrolet $56,904.00 $284,520.00 Summer/Fall 2026
[3]After evaluating the bid proposals with the required bid specifications, Donohoo
Chevrolet LLC is now awarded (Bid No. 26-018) Five (5) New 2026 or Equivalent
Chevrolet Tahoes 2 WD Commercial for the for the City of Fairhope Police
Department with a bid proposal not-to-exceed$ $274,476.70.
ADOPTED ON THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Attest:
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City Clerk
11232
26 January 2026
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 26-019) to Sportsman
Headquarters, LLC d/b/a Walter Craig for Police Service Weapons Trade-In and
Purchase with a Purchase Cost not-to-exceed $52,605.60 and a Trade-In of $230.00
per weapon and $15.00 per magazine. Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion
passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5717-26
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 for (Bid No. 26-019)
Police Service Weapons Trade-In and Purchase with a Purchase Cost for the City of
Fairhope Police Department.
[2]At the appointed time and place, the following bids were opened and tabulated as
follows:
Please see attached Bid Tabulation for
Police Service Weapons Trade-In and Purchase
with a Purchase Cost for City of Fairhope
[3]After evaluating the bid proposals with the required bid specifications, Sportsman
Headquarters, LLC d/b/a Walter Craig is now awarded (Bid No. 26-019) Police
Service Weapons Trade-In and Purchase with a Purchase Cost not-to-exceed
$52,605.60 and a Trade-In of $230.00 per weapon and $15.00 per magazine.
ADOPTED ON THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
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26 January 2026
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Councilmember Gammon introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council authorizes Mayor
Sherry Sullivan to execute Extension No. 2 of the PFM Financial Advisors, LLC
Engagement Letter Agreement for the City of Fairhope for Professional Consulting
Services as Financial Advisor for year-long services with a not-to-exceed retainer of
$20,000.00. This professional service is exempt from formal bidding per Code of
Alabama 1975, Section 41-16-51 (a)(3). Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion
passed unanimously by voice vote.
11234
26 January 2026
RESOLUTION NO. 5718-26
BE IT RESOL VED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute Extension No. 2
of the PFM Financial Advisors, LLC Engagement Letter Agreement for the City of Fairhope for
Professional Consulting Services as Financial Advisor for year-long services with a not-to-exceed
retainer of $20,000.00. This professional service is exempt from formal bidding per Code of
Alabama 1975, Section 41-16-5 l(a)(3).
DULY ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
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 a contract with Evergreen Solutions, LLC for Professional
Services for (RFQ PS26-007) for the Classification and Compensation Study with a
not-to-exceed contract amount of $48,500.00. Seconded by Councilmember Booth,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5719-26
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
Evergreen Solutions, LLC for Professional Services for (RFQ PS26-007) for the Classification
and Compensation Study with a not-to-exceed contract amount of$48,500.00.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
Attest:
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City Clerk
11235
26 January 2026
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council approves and adopts the
recommendation of the Personnel Board for the Reclassification of Mechanic from
Grade 7 to Grade 8. Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion passed unanimously
by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5720-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council approves and adopts the recommendation of the Personnel
Board for the reclassification of the Mechanic from Grade 7 to Grade 8.
ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JANUARY 2026
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
Councilmember Robinson moved to reappoint Jake O'Neil to the Personnel
Board for a five-year term which will expire December 2031. Seconded by
Councilmember Booth, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember
Gammon questioned the number of applicants. Mayor Sullivan explained the process
and that only applicants were from last year and not current.
Councilmember Gammon moved to appoint Sarah Bogdanovich to the
Fairhope Environmental Advisory Board a four-year term which will expire January
2029. Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion passed unanimously by voice
vote.
The following individual spoke during Public Participation for Non-Agenda
Items:
I)Lou Siemer, 116 Easton Circle, addressed the City Council regarding the CBD and
commented on "D umpster Denver." He said you can recommend it but cannot stop it.
Mr. Siemer suggested the City Council limit CBD to Specialty Shops.
11236
26 January 2026
Councilmember Robinson moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by
Councilmember Gammon, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting
was duly adjourned at 7:07 p.m.
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City Clerk