City Council Meeting

Public hearing on zoning change at 4800 Moffett Road

City Council will hear arguments on modifying the approved development plan for a District 1 property. Changes to zoning or site plans can affect traffic, density, and neighborhood character.

PUD modification hearing: 4800 Moffett Road

Council will hear proposed changes to an existing planned development on Moffett Road in District 1. The outcome determines what uses and buildings can go on this property.

Modify zoning approval for 4800 Moffett Road

The city is reconsidering an earlier zoning decision for this property. Changes to approved land-use plans can affect what gets built, how the site is used, and what impact it may have on the neighborhood.

PUD modification approved for 4800 Moffett Road

Changes to the Planned Unit Development at this property may affect allowed land uses, density, or site plan requirements. Residents should review the modification details to understand how the project's scope or neighboring impacts may change.

Council awards $310K to Goram for Convention Center HVAC work

Mobile Convention Center gets upgraded air conditioning and mechanical systems. Project improves climate control for events and meetings held at the facility.

City awards $22,225 storm drainage contract to Gaines Utility

Work clears vegetation and debris from storm drains on Prichard Ave. to Reynolds Ave., improving drainage and reducing flood risk in the area.

City awards $22,460 storm drainage cleanup contract to Butler Complete Services

Mobile pays Butler Complete Services to clear vegetation and debris from storm drains along Arrington Drive to Warrenton Court, reducing flood risk in the area.

Council approves $24,055 furniture purchase for Mayor's office

City commits $24,055 to MFBS Corporation for office furniture in the Mayor's workspace. Reflects routine capital spending on city facilities.

City redirects $400K storm drain funds to on-call drainage work

City is shifting $400,214 from a planned storm drain and pipe project to pay for emergency on-call drainage repairs. Affects how fast the city can respond to flooding and water damage issues.

Firefighter Williams named Firefighter of the Month

Recognition of exceptional service and leadership within Mobile's fire department. Public acknowledgment of individual contributions strengthens community trust in first responders.

City renews Office 365, Power BI licenses with SHI International for $40,764

City commits $40,764 from general fund for one-year software subscription renewal. Sole-source purchase covers Office 365 and Power BI tools for MIT operations.

Sole-source: $458,654 annual Microsoft software renewal for MIT

City commits nearly half a million in general funds annually for Microsoft cloud and productivity software serving the municipal IT infrastructure. Sole-source procurement to SHI International.

Ambulance and medical transport rules updated

Changes to Chapter 6 of the city code governing ambulances and medical transportation services. Details of specific rule changes are not provided in available documents.

$50K reallocated to cruise terminal disembark ramp design

City redirects capital funds from roof work to build a new disembarkation ramp at the cruise terminal, improving passenger flow and terminal operations.

$75K redirected to cruise terminal seating and processing upgrades

Passenger lobby upgrades at Mobile's cruise terminal will accommodate larger vessels, improving boarding experience and terminal capacity for cruise travelers.

$200K shifted to cruise terminal disembark ramp design

Cruise terminal upgrades improve vessel capacity and safety. Disembark ramp redesign lets larger ships dock at Mobile's terminal.

MIT renews Cisco security software from CDW for $73,051

City commits $73,051 to annual cybersecurity protection for the Municipal Information Technology department, ensuring network defenses stay current against malware threats.

City buys 2 Ford pickup trucks for Public Services for $69,294

City commits $69,294 in general funds to replace or expand Public Services vehicles. Funds come from the general fund used for routine city operations.

Convention Center: $310K reallocated for chiller replacement

Redirects planned capital funds to fix the Convention Center's cooling system now rather than wait. Chiller failure could disrupt events and venue operations.

City orders demolition of condemned building at 613 Ruth Street

Removes a blighted structure from the neighborhood. The demolition clears land for potential reuse and addresses a public safety hazard.

970 State Street building declared public nuisance, demolition ordered

City will demolish the deteriorated building at 970 State Street, removing a public safety hazard from the neighborhood.

City declares 2513 Karagan Drive a public nuisance; orders demolition

Dilapidated structure removed from neighborhood. Demolition clears the property for potential redevelopment or safety recovery in the area.

City redirects $8,800 from parking fund for downtown signposts

Moves parking revenue to capital improvements for downtown wayfinding infrastructure.

1167 Texas Street declared public nuisance; demolition ordered

Building at 1167 Texas Street will be torn down after being declared a public nuisance. This clears a blighted property from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of building at 1163 Texas Street

Property declared a public nuisance; demolition removes hazard from neighborhood. Affects the immediate area around this address.

Council orders demolition of blighted building at 1215 Texas Street

Unsafe structure removal improves neighborhood safety and clears a long-vacant property. Demolition begins cleanup of a public nuisance in the area.

1213 Texas Street declared public nuisance; demolition ordered

Unsafe structure at 1213 Texas Street will be demolished. Removes a public safety hazard from the neighborhood.

Weed removal lien assessed for parcel 58-434

Property owner at parcel 58-434 will owe removal costs as a lien on the property. Failure to pay may result in tax foreclosure.

Noise waiver OK'd for 3680 Dauphin Street, May 1-2 & 4

3680 Dauphin Street in District 5 gets permission to operate between 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on three nights despite the Noise Ordinance. Neighbors may experience extended early-morning activity.

Noise waiver for May 9 event on S. Monterey Street, 6–10 p.m.

Rich Heidal seeks permission to exceed noise limits on S. Monterey Street (between Dauphin and McGill) for a May 9 evening event. Neighbors in the area may experience higher sound levels during the 4-hour window.

Noise waiver approved for Cathedral Square event, May 15

Devon Ward may hold an event at Cathedral Square (District 2) with extended sound amplification until 9:30 p.m. on May 15. Residents nearby may experience louder noise than ordinance allows during that window.

Noise waiver granted: Angela Jones event at 645 Shelby Street, June 6

Angela Jones gets permission to operate at a higher noise level from 7:30–11:30 a.m. on June 6 at 645 Shelby Street in District 2, suspending normal noise ordinance limits for that date and time window.

Noise waiver approved for Reece Pagel event June 6

Reece Pagel can hold an event from 6–9:30 p.m. at 1673 Government Street without noise-ordinance penalties. Neighbors in the area may experience louder activity during that window.

City introduces summer dance program for teens and young adults

New week-long dance program gives local youth ages 14–25 a structured summer activity. Program is free to participate.

Airport Boulevard median replanting phase 2 and street renaming

Phase 2 of median landscaping improvements continues on Airport Boulevard, with a formal renaming of the street. The work enhances the corridor's appearance and safety for drivers and pedestrians.

ABC Board approval: Chipotle beer license at Hwy. 90 West

Chipotle Mexican Grill at 5334 Hwy. 90 West will be licensed to sell beer on and off premises, subject to state ABC Board approval.

Liquor license OK'd for Hillwood Liquors on Hillcrest Rd

Council backs ABC Board approval of a retail liquor license (Lounge Class II) for Hillwood Liquors at 2370 Hillcrest Rd, allowing the business to sell beer, wine, and spirits for off-premises consumption.

Council declares 613 Ruth Street a public nuisance; demolition ordered

Blighted structure in District 2 will be demolished to remove safety hazard and improve neighborhood conditions.

City declares 970 State Street a public nuisance, orders demolition

The building at 970 State Street in District 2 will be torn down after a public hearing. This removes a structure the city considers unsafe or blighted from the neighborhood.

1163 Texas Street declared public nuisance; demolition ordered

City will demolish the blighted structure at 1163 Texas Street in District 2. Removal clears a neighborhood hazard and opens the parcel for redevelopment or greenspace.

Declare building at 1167 Texas Street a public nuisance; order demolition

Blighted structure in District 2 will be torn down. Removes a vacant or unsafe building from the neighborhood.

City declares 1213 Texas Street public nuisance, orders demolition

Blighted structure at 1213 Texas Street in District 2 will be demolished to improve neighborhood safety and remove eyesore. Property owners have opportunity to respond at public hearing.

Public hearing set on demolition order for 1215 Texas Street

Council will hear arguments on whether this District 2 structure is unsafe and should be torn down. If demolished, the property clears a potential eyesore and safety hazard from the neighborhood.

2513 Karagan Drive declared public nuisance; demolition ordered

The city is tearing down a dilapidated building in District 3 to eliminate a blighted property and improve neighborhood safety.

2026-843 60-436 Rescind Resolution 60-283, adopted on March 17, 2026, in its entirety .

Noise waiver granted for 518 Dauphin Street May 16, 7pm–midnight

Matthew LeMond can hold a late-night event at 518 Dauphin Street without violating city noise rules. Neighbors in the area may experience increased sound during the 5-hour window.

City awards $6.3M contract to Rogers & Willard for new Animal Services facility

Mobile's Animal Services gets a new dedicated facility, replacing or expanding current operations. Project will improve care capacity and conditions for animals in city custody.

Approve $21,800 purchase order for storm drainage cleanup at 958 Montlimar Dr.

City contracts with Southern Realty Management Group to clear vegetation and debris from storm drainage at this location, improving water flow and reducing flood risk.

City settles due-process violation claim against Housing Authority

Estella Trotter wins settlement after the Housing Authority denied tenants fair hearing procedures. Signals city will hold agencies accountable for violating residents' legal rights.

City awards $24,524 storm drainage cleanup contract to Invasive Management

Vegetation and debris removal along Vista Ridge Drive will clear storm drainage; improves stormwater management and reduces local flooding risk.

MPD purchases 25 Chevrolet Tahoe SUVs for $1.28M

Mobile Police Department will add 25 new patrol vehicles to its fleet. The competitive purchase from Donohoo Chevrolet costs $1.28 million in city funds.

Spring Hill College appropriation approved from general fund

City commits general fund dollars to Spring Hill College. Item lacks a stated dollar amount in the docket, so impact on taxpayers is unclear—check the resolution text for the specific appropriation.

City funding to United Way of Southwest Alabama approved

Council set aside public funds for United Way's community programs serving the region. The organization provides critical services including disaster relief, financial stability programs, and youth development.

Piggly Wiggly hemp license type corrected at University location

City corrects the license recommendation for Piggly Wiggly's hemp products sales at 306 S. University Blvd., shifting from Specialty Retailer to Retail Food Store category—clarifying what products the store may legally sell and under which ABC Board requirements.

$550 security system upgrade for District 2 affordable housing

District 2 affordable housing residents get enhanced security and monitoring. The $550 comes from local discretionary funds.

City approves $27,600 debris vacuum truck rental from Sansom Equipment

Public Services will use the rented trucks for debris removal and cleanup operations. This routine equipment rental supports city maintenance and disaster-response capabilities.

City approves $28,091 storm drainage cleanup on Outley Dr.–Candia Ct.

Clears vegetation and debris from storm drains between Outley Drive and Candia Court to improve drainage and reduce flood risk in the area.

City reallocates $2.5M to storm water management projects

Mobile is shifting $2.5 million from its storm water fund to repair and upgrade drainage infrastructure. Better storm water management reduces flooding risk and keeps streets passable during heavy rain.

Noise waiver approved for May 16 event at 564 MLK Jr. Avenue

Kenneth Robinson's May 16 event (9 a.m.–1 p.m.) is exempt from noise restrictions. Neighbors in District 2 may experience elevated sound levels during that window.

Cottage Hill Package gets lounge liquor license upgrade

Expands what Cottage Hill Package (6376 Cottage Hill Road) can sell — adds a new Lounge Retail Liquor Class II license type. Corrects an earlier council vote to align with the ABC Board application.

Council appoints Reggie Hill to rules, economic development, public safety

Appoints a new advisor/committee member to shape city policy on economic development and public safety. Reggie Hill will help guide rules affecting local business and neighborhood safety.