HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-24-2026 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
Mondav, 24 August 2026.
Present were Council President Jimmy Conyers, Councilmembers: Jack
Burrell, Joshua Gammon, Jay Robinson, and Andrea Booth, Mayor Sherry Sullivan,
City Attorney Marcus E. McDowell, and City Clerk Lisa A. Hanks.
There being a quorum present, Council President Conyers called the meeting
to order at 5:40 p.m. The invocation was given by Reverend Ellen Huckabay,
Associate Director and Chaplain of St. James Episcopal School, and the Pledge of
Allegiance was recited. Councilmember Robinson moved to approve minutes of the
August 10, 2026, regular meeting; and minutes of the August 10, 2026, work session.
Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Mayor Sullivan addressed the City Council and thanked City Staff and
Councilmembers for their hard work with the budget and budget meetings. She
thanked City Treasurer Kim Creech and her staff for their work with the budget.
Mayor Sullivan thanked Human Resources Director Hannah Noonan and City Staff
for their work with the Compensation Study.
Councilmember Gammon thanked everyone who came out for the meeting on
a City School System; and the City Council was not taking a vote that night. He said
we are in the 4% in the nation and have a great school system. Councilmember
Gannon said both sides raised good pros and cons; and it was a great conversation.
Council President Conyers thanked everyone who came out to the meeting
and those that took the survey. He said we had good feedback; and we have a
community who is engaged.
Council President Conyers said we would be addressing Agenda Items No. 4
and No. 5 at approximately 6:00 p.m.
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 Change Order No. 1 for (Bid No. 26-012-2024-PWI-023)
Julwin's Plaza Project with a cost of $17,975.72; and to award Change Order No. 1 to
R.H. Deas Building Company, LLC. The new contract total will be $450,373.86.
Authorize Treasurer to transfer $17,975.72 in the FY2026 Budget from General Fund
to Capital Projects Fund. Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
24 August 2026
RESOLUTION NO.5887-26
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 Contract Order No. 1
for (Bid No. 26-012-2024-PWI-023) Julwin's Plaza Project with a cost of $17,975.72;
and to award Change Order No. 1 to R.H. Deas Building Company, LLC. The new
contract total will be $450,373.66. Authorize Treasurer to transfer $17,975.72 in the
FY2026 Budget from General Fund to Capital Projects Fund.
DULY ADOPTED ON THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2026
eid Conyers, J .
C ncil President
Attest:
isa A. Hanks, M MC
City Clerk
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 26-041-2025-PWI-007) to
Fairhope Building Company, LLC for the Relocation of the Henry Stuart House from
22787 US-98 to Flying Creek Nature Preserve with a bid proposal not -to -exceed
$421,050.00, which includes a project contingency of 10% and a $30,000.00
contingency for MEP and Landscape Materials. This project is 100% funded by
donations. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Robinson. Councilmember
Burrell said that Sonny Brewer apologized for not being here tonight and his soul is
in this project. Mayor Sullivan thanked everyone who helped with the project.
Councilmember Burrell commented it is within walking distance from its current
location. Council President Conyers commented the funds were raised by citizens and
will be moved to a similar location at the Fairhope Flying Creek Nature Preserve.
After further discussion, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
24 August 2026
RESOLUTION NO.5888-26
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. 26-041-
2025-PWI-007) Relocation of the Henry Stuart House from 22787 US-98 to Flying
Creek Nature Preserve for the Public Works/Engineering/Parks Departments.
[2] At the appointed time and place, the following bids were opened and tabulated as
follows:
Please see attached Bid Tabulation for
Relocation of the Henry Stuart House from 22787 US-98
to Flying Creek Nature Preserve
[3] After evaluating the bid proposals with the required bid specifications, Fairhope
Building Company, LLC is now awarded (Bid No. 26-041-2025-PWI-007)
Relocation of the Henry Stuart House from 22787 US-98 to Flying Creek Nature
Preserve for the Public Works/Engineering/Parks Departments with a bid proposal
not -to -exceed $421,050.00, which includes a project contingency of 10% and a
$30,000.00 contingency for MEP and Landscape Materials. This project is 100%
funded by donations.
ADOPTED ON THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2026
Jame d Conyers, F.
Co cil President
Attest:
4 2ig 1,
isa A. H nks, MMC
City Clerk
24 August 2026
City of Fairhope Bid Tabulation
Bid 26.4414025-PWI.007 Relocation for the Henry Stuart House 22787 US-98 to Flying Creek Nature Preserve
Opened August 11, 2026 at 10:00 A.M.
Fairhope Building
GAF
ICC Commonwealth
RH Deas
Tindle
Company, LLC
Companies, LLC.
Corporation
Building Co., LLC.
Construction, LLC.
Addendum I, II (YIN) Y
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Y
1
Y 1
1 Bid Documents Signed I Notarized (YIN) y
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Y
Y
Y 1
Bid Bond (YINI( Y
Y
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Lump Sum Price - Including material, equipment, tools,
labor, overhead, profit and incidentals to deliver a
$355,500.00
$440,060.00
$715,088.89
$540,000.00
$547,594.67
complete "turnkey" relocated structure as shown in plans
specification and contract documents (BaseBid)
Envelope Deduckon.l
Bid Total t Lump Sum)1
$355,500.00
$440,000
$715,088.89
$530,000.00
$547,594.67
Project Contingency for Unforeseen Conditions
$35,550.00
$44,000.00
$71,508.89
$53,000.00
$54,759.47
(10% of Base Bid Above)
IMEP & Landscape Material Contingency
$30,000.00
$300.00
$30,000.00
$30,000.00
$30,000.00
Bid Total ( Lump Sum):
$421,050.00
$514,00.00
$816,597.78
$613,000,00
$632,354.14
Recommendation:
To the best toff�my know this is an aoc a Bid Tabulation
Signature
Richard Johnson, City Engin'
r* U)6, p
Signature
Erin Wolfe, Purchasing Manager
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution to adopt a Transportation Plan pursuant to the
Rebuild Alabama Act for FY2027. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion
passed unanimously by voice vote.
24 August 2026
RESOLUTION NO.5889-26
Adopting Transportation Plan Pursuant to the Rebuild Alabama Act
WHEREAS, the Alabama legislature in Act. No. 2019-2 adopted the Rebuild Alabama Act;
WHEREAS, the Rebuild Alabama Act provides for an allocation among the municipalities of the
state on the basis of the ratio of population of each municipality to the total population of all
municipalities of the state a portion of the additional taxes levied under the Act to be used for
transportation infrastructure, improvement, preservation and maintenance;
WHEREAS, the Act provides that the municipal governing body of the City of Fairhope,
Alabama, shall adopt an annual Transportation Plan, no later than August 31, which shall provide
a detailed list of projects for which expenditures are intended to be made in the next fiscal year
and shall be based upon an estimate of the revenues anticipated from the fund in which the
additional revenue is deposited during the next fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, the Act further provides that any such funds shall be used only for the maintenance,
improvement, replacement, and construction of roads and bridges maintained by the City of
Fairhope, Alabama, and such other uses as are defined in the Act.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, as follows:
1. The City Council of Fairhope, Alabama, hereby passes this Resolution as its
Transportation Plan submitted in compliance with the Rebuild Act, Act No. 2019-2.
2. Pursuant to the Act, the City Council of Fairhope, Alabama, estimates that its anticipated
allocation from the Rebuild Alabama Act fund for fiscal year 2027 will be approximately
f$195,000.00, with increasing allocations for each fiscal year thereafter.
3. Pursuant to the Act, the City anticipates expending funds received pursuant to the Act, in
part or in whole, to fund any of the following numbered 1 through 23 City Road
maintenance, improvement, replacement, and/or construction projects as shown on the
City of Fairhope FY 2027 Transportation Plan.
4. The Total Estimate of Improvements for the Qualifying Roads in the City of Fairhope FY
2027 Transportation Plan is approximately $1,665,550.00 well in excess of the FY2027
Rebuild Alabama Act fund allocation.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2026
Jam Reid Conyers, Jr.�
C ncil President
Attest:
a A. nks, MMC
'Z��J�
City Clerk
24 August 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 Mayor Sherry Sullivan for Professional Engineering Services for (RFQ PS26-031)
for the Construction Materials and Special Inspections for the First Responders Safe
Room Project to GeoCon, Inc.; and hereby authorize Mayor Sullivan to negotiate the
not -to -exceed fee to be approved by Council. Seconded by Councilmember Gammon,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5890-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[ 1 ] That the City Council approves the selection by Mayor Sherry Sullivan for
Professional Services for (RFQ PS26-031) for the Construction Materials and Special
Inspections for the First Responders Safe Room Project to GeoCon, Inc.; and hereby
authorizes Mayor Sullivan to execute the contract with a not -to -exceed of $30,000.00.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2026
Jai s eid Conyers
Co cil President
Attest:
L a A. H nks, M
City Clerk
Councilmember Booth introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 26-046) to Larson Meridian
Group LLC for Fire Extinguisher Inspection Services Annual Contract in the amount
of $55,000.00. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously
by voice vote.
24 August 2026
RESOLUTION NO.5891-26
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. 26-046)
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Services Annual Contract for the City of Fairhope.
[2] At the appointed time and place, the following bids were opened and tabulated as
follows:
Please see attached Bid Tabulation for
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Services Annual Contract
[3] After evaluating the bid proposals with the required bid specifications, Larson
Meridian Group LLC is now awarded (Bid No. 26-046) Fire Extinguisher Inspection
Services Annual Contract for the City of Fairhope with a bid proposal not -to -exceed
$55,000.00.
ADOPTED ON THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2026
James/F/Zid Conyers, J .
Counkfl President
Attest:
Ckl-sa>A<�KM;sr, WC
City Clerk
24 August 2026
City of Fairhope Bid Tabulation
Bid 26-046 Fire Extinguisher Inspection Services Annual Contract
Opened August 11, 2026 at 2:00 P.M.
Vendor Larson Meridian VSC Fire & Security
Group, LLC
Bid Documents Signed / Notarized (YIN)! Y I Y
ITEM NO. I ITEM
1 Annual Inspections (Stier Tags on all extinguishers
exposed to elements)
2 I2.5# ABC, BC Recharge
3 I5# ABC, BC Recharge
4 11 O# ABC, BC Recharge
5 20# ABC, BC Recharge
6 2.5# Halatron Recharge
7 5# Halatron Recharge
8 1 11# Halatron Recharge
9 30# Class D Recharge
10 2.5 Gallon Recharge H2O
11 5# CO2 Recharge
12 I10# CO2 Recharge
13 I20# CO2 Recharge
14 2.5# ABC, BC Six (6) Year
15 5# ABC, BC Six (6) Year
16 I10# ABC, BC Six (6) Year
17 20# ABC, BC Six (6) Year
18 2.5# Halatron Six (6) Year
19 5# Halatron Six (6) Year
20 11# Halatron Six (6) Year
21 2.5# Hydro BC ABC
22 I5# Hydro BC ABC
PRICE PER EACH PRICE PER EACH
$12.50
$46.80
$64.80
$82.80
$122.40
$158.40
$252.00
$486.00
$468.00
$64.80
$79.20
$99.60
$140.40
$60.00
$81.60
$120.00
$176.40
$202.80
$314.40
$558.00
$60.00
$81.60
24 August 2026
23
1 10# Hydro BC ABC
24
20# Hydro BC ABC
25
I10# Hydro CO2
26
I20# Hydro CO2
27
I30# Class D Hydro
28
12.5 Gallon Hydro H2O
29
2.5# Halatron Hydro
30
5# Halatron Hydro
31
11# Halatron Hydro
32
New ABC, BC 2.5#
33
I
New ABC, BC 5#
34
New ABC, BC 10#
35
New ABC, BC 20#
36
New Purple K, 10#
37
INew
Purple K, 20#
38
New 6L K Class
39
New CO2 5#
40
New CO2 10#
41
New CO2 15#
42
New CO2 20#
43
New Halatron 2.5#
44
New Halatron 5#
45
New Halatron 11#
46
Valve
47
I Gauge
48
ISuppression System Service
49
(Fusible Links
50
]Pins
51
IHood Cleaning per Square Foot
52
IHood Cleaning Per Each Nozzle
$120.00
$228.00
$403.20
$684.00
$1,471.20
$244.80 l
Non -Responsible
$448.80
$892.80
$1,797.60
$60.00
$81.60
$120.00
$228.00
$259.20
$398.40
-- - $348.00
$304.80
$403.20
$472.80
$684.00
$448.80
$892.80
$1,797.60
$9.00
$5.40
$360.00
$12.00
$12.00
$900.00 I
$900.00
24 August 2026
10 Ring I Included
TOTAL ANNUAL INSPECTION $18,720.50
Service Charge for Callouts other than Annual Inspection $162.00
(if any)
Recommendation:
To the best of my knowledge this is an accurate Bid Tabulation
Signature `'
John Thomas, Director of Public Works
Signature
Erin Wolfe, Procurement & Contracts Manager
Councilmember Gammon introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council authorizes and approves
the addition of one (1) temporary Fire Station Maintenance Coordinator position to
the FY 2026 Budget to align with the retirement of the incumbent who will work with
and train their replacement. This will be beneficial to the City as well as the new
employee. Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion passed unanimously by voice
vote.
24 August 2026
RESOLUTION N0.5892-26
I
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council authorizes and approves the addition of one (1)
temporary Fire Station Maintenance Coordinator position to the FY 2026 Budget to align
with the retirement of the incumbent who will work with and train the replacement. This will
be beneficial to the City as well as the new employee.
ADOPTED THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST 2026
Ja`n e eid Conyers, J�
Cou cil President
ATTEST:
sa s, M C
City Cler
Councilmember Booth 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 Jackson Thornton Advisors, LLC for Revenue
Requirements Analysis and Utility Cost of Service Study/Rate Study (RFQ PS26-
030) with a not -to -exceed amount of $86,800.00. Seconded by Councilmember
Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO.5893-26
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
Jackson Thornton Advisors, LLC for Revenue Requirements Analysis and Utility Cost of
Service Study / Rate Study (RFQ PS26-030) with a not -to -exceed amount of $86,800.00.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2026
Ja id Conyers, v
Cou President
ATTEST:
A/
Kitya' A. arks, C
Clerk
24 August 2026
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing,and moved for the adoption
p of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council authorizes the City
Treasurer to advertise a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a bank loan for Water and
Wastewater. Seconded by Councilmember Gammon, motion passed unanimously by
voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5894-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council authorizes the City Treasurer to advertise a Request for
Proposals (RFP) for a bank loan for Water and Wastewater.
DULY ADPOTED ON THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST 2026
��vL
Ja e id onyers, � O
Coun President
Attest:
A
sa k Hanks, MM
City Clerk
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council authorizes the City
Treasurer to advertise a Request for Proposals (RFP) for bond underwriting services.
Seconded by Councilmember Gammon, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5895-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
ALABAMA, That the City Council authorizes the City Treasurer to advertise a Request for
Proposals (RFP) for bond underwriting services.
DULY ADPOTED ON THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST 2026
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Ja eid Conyers, Jr.
Co it President
Attest:
.'14,
A. arks, IMMAZ----�
City Clerk
24 August 2026
Councilmember Booth introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council approves and authorizes
the City Treasurer to execute the Medical Stop Loss proposal with Symetra Life
Insurance Company for specific and aggregate stop loss insurance to be effective
October 1, 2026. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 5896-26
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[ 1 ] That the City Council approves and authorizes the City Treasurer to execute the
Medical Stop Loss proposal with Symetra Life Insurance Company for specific and
aggregate stop loss insurance to be effective October 1, 2026.
DULY ADPOTED ON THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST 2026
Jame eid Conyers, J9V /
Cou cil President
Attest:
sa A. H nks,
City Clerk
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution to approve FY2026 AIP Grant Application for
Land Reimbursement; and that the Mayor is hereby authorized to sign and execute
any necessary and appropriate documents, including grant applications and grant
agreements, so that the City of Fairhope and Fairhope Airport Authority can receive
funding under the FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) for grant funding in the
amount of $285,339.00 for land reimbursement. The matching funds (if any) required
for this AIP Grant shall be the responsibility of Fairhope Airport Authority, and not
the City of Fairhope. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
24 August 2026
RESOLUTION NO.5897-26
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE FY2026 AIP GRANT
APPLICATION FOR LAND REIMBURSEMENT
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Fairhope, in a regular meeting
of the City Council on August 24, 2026, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to sign
and execute any necessary and appropriate documents, including grant applications
and grant agreements, so that the City of Fairhope and Fairhope Airport Authority can
receive funding under the FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) for grant
funding in the amount of $285,339.00 for land reimbursement. The matching funds
(if any) required for this AIP Grant shall be the responsibility of Fairhope Airport
Authority, and not the City of Fairhope.
ADOPTED THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2026
Jam Reid Conyer Jr.
Co ncil President
ATTEST:
AaA. nks, PMC
City Clerk
Councilmember Robinson introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution to approve the FY2026 AIP Grant
Application for Fencing Project at the H. L. "Sonny" Callahan Airport; and that the
Mayor is hereby authorized to sign and execute any necessary and appropriate
documents, including grant applications and grant agreements, so that the City of
Fairhope and Fairhope Airport Authority can receive the grant funding, acting for and
in behalf of the Airport in Fairhope, Alabama so that the grant applications for this
AIP funding opportunity may be finalized, approved, and accepted in accordance with
applicable law and procedures. Seconded by Councilmember Booth, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
24 August 2026
RESOLUTION NO.5898-26
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE FY2026 AIP GRANT
APPLICATION FOR FENCING PROJECT AT
H. L. `SONNY" CALLAHAN AIRPORT
WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope intends to apply for Federal matching funds for an Airport
Improvement Project (AlP) at H. L. "Sonny" Callahan Airport during FY2026 for fencing and security
improvements at the Airport; and
WHEREAS, the total anticipated cost of the project is $113,800, with the matching portion being
$5,690.00 (5% of the total project cost); and
WHEREAS, the deadline for submission of the Grant Application is August 31, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope continues as a sponsor of the H. L. "Sonny" Callahan
Airport due in part to a funding agreement between the City and Fairhope Airport Authority
related to a portion of the H. L. "Sonny" Callahan Airport property; and
WHEREAS, Fairhope Airport Authority, and not the City of Fairhope, shall be responsible for setting
aside and appropriating the matching portion of the funds for the AlP fencing project at the Airport
pursuant to a Resolution adopted by the Authority on August 11, 2026.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Fairhope, in
a regular meeting of the City Council on August 24, 2026, that the Mayor is hereby
authorized to sign and execute any necessary and appropriate documents, including grant
applications and grant agreements, so that the City of Fairhope and Fairhope Airport
Authority can receive the grant funding described above, acting for and in behalf of the H. L.
"Sonny" Callahan Airport in Fairhope, Alabama so that the grant applications for this AIP
funding opportunity may be finalized, approved, and accepted in accordance with applicable
law and procedures.
ADOPTED THIS 24T I DAY OF AUGUST, 2026
James eid Conyers,
Coun rl President
ATTEST:
a 4%wrn�lcs, MM
City Clerk
r— 24 August 2026
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 Installation of Sand Filters
at the Indoor Pool to Classic Pools and Patio Center Inc. for a not -to -exceed project
cost of $72,900.00. This Public Works project will be less than $100,000.00, and
therefore does not need to be formally bid out; and authorizes Treasurer to transfer
funds in the amount of $72,900.00 from savings on Press Box Project at Majors Field
to Municipal Pool Project in the FY2026 Budget within Recreation Capital
Improvements; and authorizes Treasurer to pay the vendor 50% upfront. Seconded by
Councilmember Booth, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO.5899-26
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 Installation of Sand Filters at the Indoor Pool to Classic Pools
and Patio Center Inc. for a not -to -exceed project cost of $72,900.00. This Public Works
project will be less than $100,000.00, and therefore does not need to be formally bid out; and
authorizes Treasurer to transfer funds in the amount of $72,900.00 from savings on Project
2026RECO20-Press Box at Majors Field to Project 2023PWI019-Municipal Pool in FY2026
Budget within Recreation Capital Improvements; and authorizes Treasurer to pay the vendor
50% upfront.
DULY ADOPTED ON THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2026
JamqVReid Conye<,r.
Co6ncil President
ATTEST:
A. H cs, VIMC
City Clerk
Councilmember Booth moved to grant the request of Leslie Edgemon,
Baldwin County Humane Society, requesting permission to close streets in downtown
Fairhope on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for the Fairhope
Witches Ride 2026; and for City to provide barricades and two (2) power boxes. The
ride will begin at Coastal Alabama Community College Amphitheater. This
whimsical bike ride benefits local animal rescue and helps animals throughout our
area. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice
vote.
24 August 2026
City Council reviewed an application for a Retail Food Store Consumable
Hemp Products by Kamal Constantine, Manning, Inc. d/b/a Piggly Wiggly, 100
Plantation Pointe Road, Fairhope, Alabama. Councilmember Booth moved to approve
the issuance of the license. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed by
the following voice votes: AYE — Burrell, Conyers, Robinson, and Booth. NAY —
Gammon. Councilmember Burrell issued a warning to the owner: "Don't break the
rules on this or you will lose your business license. You won't lose your license to sell
these products. Your business license. You've been warned."
City Council reviewed an application for a Beer/Wine On/Off Premises
Licenses by John Perrine, The Club at Fairhope Golf Works LLC d/b/a The Club at
Fairhope Golf Works, 363 Commercial Park Dr., Fairhope, Alabama. Councilmember
Robinson moved to approve the issuance of the license. Seconded by Councilmember
Booth, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
A Public Hearing was held as advertised on a proposed ordinance to amend
Zoning Ordinance No. 1253. Councilmember Gammon introduced in writing an
ordinance to zone the property of Krhut Enterprises, LLC to R-1, Low Density
Single -Family Residential District with conditional annexation. The property is
located at the southeast corner of County Road 13 and Mosley Road and is 43.6±
acres. PPlN #24484, #109974, #113514, and #234578. The Planning Commission
gave a favorable recommendation of this ordinance. Council President Conyers read
the proposed ordinance.
Planning Director Hunter Simmons briefly explained the proposed ordinance; and
answered questions if needed. Councilmember Burrell said a citizen was worried
about drainage. Larry Smith with S. E. Civil Engineering responded that this project
would improve drainage and save trees. Councilmember Burrell questioned density of
the project.
Council President Conyers opened the Public Hearing at 6:20 p.m.
Will Hightower, Tower Homes, addressed the City Council and said this is a family
owned and operated business; and he was super happy to be back here. He said the
site will layout less dense than presented; and it would be 50 lots with a maximum
density of 1.4 units per acre. Mr. Hightower said there would be a natural tree buffer
around the wetlands. Councilmember Gammon said this project looks good at R-1
and also protecting live oaks.
No one present opposed the proposed ordinance, the Public Hearing closed at 6:26
p.m.
Due to lack of a motion for immediate consideration, this ordinance will layover until
the September 14, 2026 City Council meeting.
24 August 2026
Building Official Erik Cortinas addressed the City Council regarding Agenda
Item No. 6: a resolution that the City Council authorizes and approves the contract
between the City of Fairhope and Childress Siteworks, Inc. for the demolition of the
dangerous building on the Fairhope Church of God in Christ property in the total
amount not -to -exceed $22,500.00; and that the Mayor, the Building Official, the City
Attorney, and any other officials or employees acting under the direction of the
Mayor are empowered to do such things as are necessary to carry out the emergency
demolition on the Property and to otherwise carry out the purposes of this Resolution.
He explained that the church was already demolished without obtaining a permit; and
now this is a contractual agreement between the church and the contractor. Mr.
Cortinas said he needs a letter stating who owns the church; and then would issue a
permit to the contractor. Reverend Barry Cody stated the church has been here since
1931; and said he told the contractor the church could be taken down any time after
Monday evening.
Councilmember Burrell moved to remove Agenda Item No. 6 from the
agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by
voice vote.
Councilmember Burrell moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by
Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting
was duly adjourned at 6:33 p.m.
James id Conyers, Jr'Council sident
sa A. TfZks, MMC
City Clerk