City declares 916 Shady Brook Drive a public nuisance; orders demolition
A blighted property on Shady Brook Drive will be torn down to remove a public health and safety hazard from your neighborhood.
A blighted property on Shady Brook Drive will be torn down to remove a public health and safety hazard from your neighborhood.
Property at 5301 Moffett Road would allow more intensive commercial or mixed-use development under B-3 zoning. Rezoning can affect neighborhood character, traffic, and what businesses may operate on the site.
City commits $100,000 annually to outside vendor for Parks and Recreation services. Sole-source procurement means no competitive bidding process.
City commits $110,000 to upgrade HVAC systems at the Harmon Recreation Center, ensuring reliable heating and cooling for residents using the facility.
City buys a new inspection vehicle from capital funds. Replacement equipment for city operations.
Parks & Recreation Department purchasing safety equipment for Mardi Gras events. Protects public spaces during high-attendance celebrations.
Traffic Engineering gains real-time video monitoring tools to detect congestion and incidents. Helps the city respond faster to accidents and manage traffic flow.
Hope Community Center's mechanical systems get upgraded, improving comfort for residents and visitors. Project cost is $128,200.
Lavretta Park gets new playground, court, and site upgrades. The $81,000 contract covers design and planning for recreational improvements in the neighborhood.
State funding covers improvements to Langan Park Lake's stormwater system, reducing flood risk and improving water quality in the neighborhood.
Salt purchases keep roads passable during winter weather. This $23,930 order covers 40-pound bags for the 2025 deicing season.
Fire department equipment upgrade funded from general budget. Pressure-breathing air compressors are safety-critical gear for firefighter rescue operations.
Fire department upgrades emergency medical equipment to improve patient care at scenes. No-bid purchase needed specialized medical devices.
City is spending $107,000 in public funds on marketing services for Events and Parks Departments. This money could otherwise support direct programs or services.
City commits $450,000 to professional engineering and planning services for stormwater management—part of infrastructure maintenance and flood/drainage oversight.
The city is removing an abandoned or unsafe building from your neighborhood. Demolition clears blight, eliminates a public hazard, and can improve property values and safety in the area.
Blighted property will be removed from the neighborhood. Demolition clears the way for the site to be redeveloped or stabilized.
Airport Boulevard will get new trees as part of the city's urban forestry program. The vendor was selected as sole source.
Revenue Department gets a one-year subscription to compliance-tracking software. Sole-source purchase from general fund.
City commits $54,770 to upgrade website hosting, livestreaming, and accessibility compliance for the MIT (municipal information technology). This improves residents' online access to city services and public meetings.
Employees get annual cybersecurity training to protect city systems and resident data from cyber threats. Sole-source purchase from SHI International.
Annual renewal of network monitoring and protection software keeps city IT systems safe from cyber threats. Sole-source procurement continues existing security protections without competitive bidding.
Change order adds $14,375 to repair the Museum of Art's exterior, keeping a key civic cultural space in good condition for residents and visitors.
Ervin Shoemaker gets permission to operate above normal noise limits (6 a.m.–10 p.m.) at the corner of Springhill Avenue and S. Bayou Street in District 2 for nearly three weeks. Nearby residents should expect increased sound during those hours.
Jason Craig's event at Ladd Stadium in District 2 is exempt from noise rules for one day (9 a.m.–6 p.m.). Neighbors near the stadium should expect louder activity than usual.
Nakia Rankin receives permission to operate above normal noise limits at this District 2 address on March 3–4, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Neighbors in the area may experience louder activity during those times.
Carrie Coats gets permission to exceed noise limits at 180 Lyons Park Avenue for a 10-day event (5:00–6:30 p.m. nightly). Neighbors in District 2 may notice increased sound during that window.
City is giving up a claim to land on Mordecai Lane that it no longer needs, freeing the property from municipal restrictions and allowing it to be transferred or developed.
This abandoned or unsafe building in District 2 will be demolished to protect neighborhood safety and property values. Residents near the site may experience construction activity.
The building at 1805 Larkwood Drive in District 1 will be torn down after a public hearing declares it a public nuisance. This clears a blighted property from the neighborhood.
Property at the southeast corner of Commerce Boulevard East and South (extending to the southwest corner at Commerce Boulevard West) may shift from business and industrial use to single-family residential. Public hearing scheduled for March 18, 2025.
New board member joins the Museum of Art's governance, helping shape the museum's operations, exhibitions, and community programming.
Routine city purchase of cleaning supplies through open competitive bidding. Vendor name and final contract amount are not specified in the agenda.
City will decide whether to grant Carlos Dixon permission to operate a shuttle service. Public comment period opens ahead of the February 25, 2025 hearing.
City will hear Cynthia Crenshaw's application to operate a shuttle service; residents can comment on whether the service meets public need and safety standards.
Police department adds remote-controlled robot to hazmat and tactical response toolkit. Funds come from general budget.
City will consider whether to grant a new sedan service operating license. The public hearing on February 25, 2025 gives residents a chance to voice support or concerns about the service.
Plum Street (between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and Persimmon Street) will be officially renamed to honor Mrs. Lois Nero Thompson. The street sign will change to reflect the new honorary name.
Residential zoning would change to commercial at three Dauphin Island Parkway, Webb Avenue, and McVay Drive locations. Public hearing on March 18, 2025.
City commits $4.6 million to build the Africatown Welcome Center, a new community facility. This is a major capital investment in neighborhood infrastructure.
Council will hear proposed changes to zoning approval for two Airport Boulevard-area properties. March 18 hearing will determine if the modification moves forward.
Police department gets new mounted unit equipment via no-bid procurement from Capital Tractor, Inc. One-time capital expense does not affect regular city operations or resident services.
City will hear changes to a previously approved development plan for two properties in District 5. Public hearing on March 18, 2025.
Planning rules for two District 5 properties may change. Public hearing is March 18, 2025—your chance to weigh in on the modification.
City Council will hear changes to a previously approved development plan for two properties in District 5 on March 18, 2025. Residents affected by or interested in the project can attend and comment on the proposed modifications.
Council formalizes recognition of Black History achievements and moments through proclamation, affirming the city's commitment to honoring African American contributions to the community.
City will consider issuing general obligation warrants—a form of municipal debt backed by tax revenue. Residents should attend the Feb. 25 hearing to learn what the funds will finance and how it may affect city finances.
O'Daly's Irish Pub (564 Dauphin Street, District 2) can operate until 1 a.m. on February 22 without noise restrictions. Neighbors in the area may experience extended late-night noise from the establishment that night.