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Home My WebLink About04-13-2026 City Council Work Session MinutesSTATE OF ALABAMA ) COUNTY OF BALDWIN ) The City Council met in a Work Session at 4:30 p.m., Fairhope Municipal Complex Council Chamber, 161 North Section Street, Fairhope, Alabama 36532, on Monday, 13 April 2026. Present were Council President Jimmy Conyers, Councilmembers: Jack Burrell, Joshua Gammon (arrived at 4:45 p.m.), Jay Robinson, and Andrea Booth, Mayor Sherry Sullivan, City Attorney Marcus E. McDowell, and City Clerk Lisa A. Hanks. Council President Conyers called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. The following topics were discussed: • The first item on the Agenda was the Discussion of the Amendment to the Fairhope Historic Preservation Commission Ordinance No. 1797. Attorney Chris Williams explained the need for an amendment and the timeline of events that happened between the State Historic Commission, the Fairhope Historic Preservation Commission, and the Federal agency. The main reason for the amendment is to attain Certified Local Government status for an historic preservation incentives. The draft Ordinance was approved by the State but was not approved by the Federal agency. There must be an additional decision by the City Council and many Public Hearings for any designation of Historic Districts and Historic Properties. Councilmember Robinson said this change does not set Historic Districts but steps if we ever choose to. Councilmember Burrell commented nothing forces that forces the City Council to set Districts; and multiple hearings would have to happen. Council President Conyers said the only reason this proposed Ordinance was implemented was for CLG status. The consensus of the City Council was to move forward with this Ordinance. • The Presentation of the Eagle Scout Project: New Trailhead Kiosk and Hole Signs for Colony Parks Disc Golf and Cost Assessment by Bennett Sawyer with Troop 5087 was next on the Agenda. (See attached handout) Mr. Sawyer briefly went over the presentation; and answered any question if needed. The consensus of the City Council was Option 3 with a simple design that matches the fence that was installed by another Boy Scout (his brother). It will be cheap and fits the vibe of the course. • Councilmember Burrell said the Fairhope Airport Authority has a couple of Agenda Items; and asked the City Council to support the resolutions. • Councilmember Booth mentioned the Friends of the Fairhope Library are having a brunch; and there will be a ribbon cutting for the new Local Authors Room. • Council President Conyers said the Fairhope Public Schools Commission met and discussed the new 3-Mill school requests. He attended the Fairhope Airport Authority meeting in Councilmember Burrell's place and said there was good discussion. • IT Director Jeff Montgomery addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No. 24 and No. 12; and answered any questions if needed. Monday, 13 April 2026 Page -2- • Gas Superintendent Wes Boyett addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No. 15, No. 16, and No. 29; and answered any questions if needed. • City Engineer Richard Johnson addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No. 8, No. 17, No. 18, No. 19, No. 22, and No. 33; and answered any questions if needed. He mentioned the Twin Beech Corridor Study will on the next Work Session. • Planning and Zoning Director Hunter Simmons addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Item No. 12; and answered any questions if needed. He announced that the Special City Council Meeting for April 20, 2026 Agenda has been posted. • City Treasurer Kim Creech addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No. 27, No. 28, No. 30, No. 31, and No. 32; and answered any questions if needed. She said $15,000,000.00 in Projects have already been awarded. (See attached) • Recreation Director Pat White addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No. 21, No. 25, No. 26, and No. 34; and answered any questions if needed. • Interim Public Works Director John Thomas Agenda Items No. 9 and No. 28; and answered any questions if needed. He announced the retirements of Chris Smith with 15 years and Tyrone Davis with 18 years. • Chief Stephanie Hollinghead addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No. 2.3, No. 35, No. 36, and No. 5; and answered any questions if needed. She explained the Operation of Mobility Devices Ordinance, the penalties, and the need for education. • Utilities Engineer Noel Berry addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No. 13 and No. 14; and answered any questions if needed. • Mayor Sullivan addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No. 7 and No. 20; and answered any questions if needed. • Councilmember Burrell addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No. 10 and No. 11; and answered any questions if needed. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was duly adjourned at 5:35 p.m. �- Jame,,dkeid Conyers, Jr. Cou, cil President sa A�Hanks, MMC City Clerk Bennett Sawyer Troop 5087 Disc Golf Kiosk and Course Layouts Cost Assessment 3 s Candice Brown - Photography Gulf C—' Exteriors - TM. Beech Rd .. 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ICoffA1 vqx a. mur •n.n rft V l XKa euta ML<4] J # Needed Material Approximate Cost 2 10" x 10" x 12'6" pressure treated lumber 400.00 (support posts) 4 6" x 8" x 4'6" pressure treated lumber 220.00 2 6" x 6" x 5' pressure treated lumber (rafters) 50.00 2 6" x 10" x 6'4" pressure treated lumber 135.00 (horizontal beams) 1 6' x 4' x Y.' plywood panel 28.00 1 6' x 4' x Y," Lexan® 240.00 2 2" x 2" x 4' pressure treated board (panel frame) 7.00 2 2" x 2" x 6' pressure treated board (panel frame) 7.00 1 15" (minimum) x 10' aluminum ridge flashing 27.00 approx. 18 2" x 4" pressure treated boards (roof frame) 70.00 as needed Wood shakes, triple overlay, approx. 5" - 6" 600.00 exposed (100 sq. ft.) 12 Y." x 12" lag screws 60.00 18 '/," x 4" lag screws (panel frame) 18.00 8 %` x 10" lag screws 40.00 2 518" x 3' rebar minimum (optional; to attach to 13.00 back or side of posts to deter vandals from using chainsaw on support posts) as needed Galvanized nails to attach 2" x 4" roof frame 5.00 as needed Galvanized nails to attach wood shakes on roof 5.00 12 60-pound bags of ready -mix concrete (optional; 50.00 can be poured dry or wet around base of support posts to add stability) 8 12" bridge spikes or lag bolts (optional: can be 7.00 pounded or nailed near base of support posts, below grade, to add stability) Total Cost $1,982.00 Note: Costs are estimates only, based on 2012 pricing; prices may vary significantly by locale. Note: Larger -dimension lumber may have to be special -ordered from a sawmill. Note: Taxes are not included in this estimate. Cost estimates for 2026: 10" x 10" x 14' Support Posts (2): $350.00 6" x 8" x 8' Knee Braces (4): $340.00 6" x 10" x 8' Horizontal Beams (2): $220.00 6" x 6" x 10' Rafters (2): $110.00 2" x 4" x 8' Roof Framing (18): $153.00 Cedar Wood Shakes (100 sq ft): $550.00 1/4" Lexan/Polycarbonate Sheet (4' x 8'): $250.00 3/4" Pressure Treated Plywood (1): $60.00 2" x 2" x 8' Panel Framing (4): $32.00 Aluminum Ridge Flashing: $30.00 Concrete Mix (12 bags): $90.00 Hardware (Lag screws, rebar, spikes, nails): $215.00 Total Estimated Cost: $2,400.00 Option 3: • Simple Design • Cheap • Matches fence recently built • Fits vibe of the course Assembly calls for • 4 x round wood posts (4" diameter x 10 ft, pressure -treated): $70 • 2 x round logs (3-4" x 4 ft): $35 • 2 x round logs (3-4" x 3 ft): $25 • 2 x round logs (4" x -5 ft): $35 • 10-12 x half -round logs/slats (2-3" x 4 ft): $110 • 2 x round logs (3" x 2.5-3 ft) — angled braces: $15 • 2 x round logs (3-4" x -4 ft) — cross supports: $25 • 1 x exterior -grade panel (-4 ft x 3 ft): -$20 • 1 x sign face (-4 ft x 3 ft): 30$ • exterior structural screws: $30 • galvanized carriage bolts: $30 • Washers & nuts: $20 TOTAL: 450$