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council Mobile · Tuesday, October 28, 2025

City Council Meeting

Agenda items
62
0 consent · 62 regular
Votes
0
none recorded
Total dollars
$4.9M
25 items with amounts
Business

Regular Agenda (62)

· Item number:Item #2026-665 · 🚨 Emergency action Total cost: $150K

MFRD renews emergency response software with Imagetrend for $149,601

Mobile Fire-Rescue renews its case tracking and patient reporting system for one year, continuing software that dispatchers and crews rely on to manage emergency calls and resource allocation.

Counterparty: Imagetrend, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-667 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $15K

City buys DocAccess PDF software from CivicPlus for ADA compliance; $15,000

Software upgrade helps make city documents accessible to residents with disabilities. Six-month subscription from general fund.

Counterparty: CivicPlus, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-668 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $23K

Council awards $23K to J J Quality Homes for storm drain cleanup

Storm drainage work clears vegetation and debris from Kreitner Street to Eslava Creek, improving drainage and reducing flooding risk in the area.

Counterparty: J J Quality Homes, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award Location: Kreitner St. to Eslava Creek
· Item number:Item #2026-672 Total cost: undisclosed

City, ALDOT agree to share US-98 maintenance at Mile Post 18.82

Mobile and the state highway department will coordinate upkeep of a critical corridor. The agreement clarifies who pays for repairs and maintenance on this stretch of US-98.

Counterparty: ALDOT Funding source: Unknown Action type: Right-of-way easement
· Item number:Item #2026-673 Total cost: undisclosed

City and ALDOT coordinate maintenance of I-65 Service Rd. N

Formalizes who maintains the service road shoulders and drainage along northbound I-65 near Mile Post 4.58. Clarifies responsibility for repairs and upkeep so residents get prompt service when problems occur.

Counterparty: ALDOT Funding source: Unknown Action type: Right-of-way easement Location: W. I-65 Service Rd. N Mile Post 4.58
· Item number:Item #2026-674 Total cost: $61K

City buys security cameras for Museum of Art; $61,360

Upgrades security system at the Mobile Museum of Art using general fund dollars. Project protects public collections and facility.

Counterparty: Convergint Technologies Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-675 Total cost: $1.3M

MPD purchases 27 Chevrolet Tahoe SUVs from Donohoo for $1.28M

Mobile police department replaces aging patrol vehicles with new SUVs, funded from general tax revenue. Improves officer safety and public response capability.

Counterparty: Donohoo Chevrolet LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-676 Total cost: $374K

MPD awards $374K to Dana Safety Supply for Tahoe upfitting

Mobile Police Department gets equipped patrol vehicles through competitive purchase. Funded from general budget.

Counterparty: Dana Safety Supply Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-677 Total cost: $238K

Council approves $238K basketball court equipment for Mobile Arena

Mobile Arena gets new basketball floor, storage carts, and transition ramps. Equipment upgrade supports sports and events at the city venue.

Counterparty: Robbins Sports Surfaces LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award Location: Mobile Arena
· Item number:Item #2026-678 Total cost: undisclosed

Police vehicle graphics contract awarded via competitive bid

City will purchase design, production, and installation of police vehicle graphics through competitive bidding, funded from the general fund. This covers decals and markings for patrol vehicles.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-679 Total cost: $500K

Transfer $500K to transit fleet and equipment fund

Mobile Transit System gets $500,000 to buy new buses and equipment. Improved transit fleet can mean better service reliability and safety for riders.

Counterparty: Mobile Transit System Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan Action type: Budget amendment
· Item number:Item #2026-680 Total cost: $259K

Council transfers $258,711 to transit fleet purchases

Mobile Transit System gets new vehicles and equipment funded by General Fund reallocation. Supports transit fleet modernization for rider service improvements.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Budget amendment
· Item number:Item #2026-681 Total cost: $140K

Transit restroom repairs: city commits $140,000 from general fund

Mobile Metro Transit Facility gets funding for restroom and plumbing upgrades, improving conditions for transit riders and facility staff.

Counterparty: Mobile Metro Transit Facility Funding source: Mixed Action type: Budget amendment Location: Mobile Metro Transit Facility
· Item number:Item #2026-682 Total cost: $150K

City authorizes $150K contract with Sain Associates for ADA transition plan

City commits $150,000 to update its plan for making public facilities accessible to people with disabilities. This drives compliance with federal accessibility requirements.

Counterparty: Sain Associates Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-683 Total cost: $100K

Contract amendment: $100K more for Civic Center Arena master plan

City commits an additional $100,122.50 to Goodwyn Mills & Cawood for ongoing design work on the Civic Center Arena improvement plan. Final scope and impact on construction timeline to be determined.

Counterparty: Goodwyn Mills & Cawood Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract amendment
· Item number:Item #2026-684 Total cost: $234K

Council awards $234K gangway repairs contract to Bienville Construction

Mobile Cruise Terminal gets $234,255 investment in gangway repairs. Work keeps the port's passenger infrastructure safe and operational.

Counterparty: Bienville Construction Services LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: Mobile Cruise Terminal
· Item number:Item #2026-685 Total cost: undisclosed

Sales tax exemption amendment for Mobile River Bridge & Bayway

Extends a sales tax exemption for the Mobile River Bridge & Bayway Project, reducing costs for the major infrastructure development.

Counterparty: Mobile River Bridge & Bayway Project Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
· Item number:Item #2026-686 Total cost: $250K

City awards $250K to Friends of Municipal Park for park improvements

The city is committing $250,000 to Friends of Municipal Park for operations and improvements. This partnership helps fund maintenance and programming at a public park that residents use for recreation.

Counterparty: Friends of Municipal Park Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-687 Total cost: undisclosed

1902 Clinton Avenue declared public nuisance; demolition ordered

A property on Clinton Avenue will be demolished after being declared unsafe for the neighborhood. The city will remove the structure to reduce blight and safety risks in the area.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 1902 Clinton Avenue
· Item number:Item #2026-690 Total cost: undisclosed

Council declares 311 Calhoun Street a public nuisance; orders demolition

Blighted structure at 311 Calhoun Street will be torn down, clearing the site for future use and removing a public safety hazard from the downtown corridor.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 311 Calhoun Street
· Item number:Item #2026-691 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $41K

Parks Dept. buys 2026 Ford F150 pickup truck for $41,227

City spends $41,227 in general funds on a new Parks Department vehicle. No-bid purchase from Stivers Ford Lincoln.

Counterparty: Stivers Ford Lincoln, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-692 Total cost: undisclosed

City funds Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence

City Council is directing public funds to support a community gun violence prevention organization. The specific dollar amount was not disclosed in this agenda item.

Counterparty: Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
· Item number:Item #2026-693 Total cost: undisclosed

City approves public-purpose payment to Miss Alabama Foundation

Council determined that funding The Miss Alabama Foundation serves a legitimate public purpose and approved payment from the general fund.

Counterparty: The Miss Alabama Foundation Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
· Item number:Item #2026-694 Total cost: $102K

Mobile awards $102K truck purchase to Stivers Ford Lincoln

Fire department gets 2 new F350 pickup trucks for operations and emergency response. Purchase competed among vendors and comes from general city funds.

Counterparty: Stivers Ford Lincoln, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-695 Total cost: $80K

City buys Ford crew cab truck for Public Services; $80,372

Public Services gets a new vehicle for fleet maintenance and service calls. Purchased through competitive bidding from Truck Equipment Sales Inc.

Counterparty: Truck Equipment Sales Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-696 Total cost: $141K

City spends $141K on Motorola surveillance cameras for system upgrades

Mobile expands its city-wide camera network with new Motorola equipment. Spending from the general fund supports enhanced public safety infrastructure across the city.

Counterparty: Motorola Solutions, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-697 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $21K

City approves $20,611 software renewal with CDW Government

Mobile IT maintains wireless network security through annual software licenses. This sole-source renewal keeps MIT systems protected.

Counterparty: CDW Government, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-698 Total cost: $24K

City awards $24,496 storm drainage cleanup contract to A & D Cromwell

Storm drains along Oakleigh Drive to Cone Street will be cleared of vegetation and debris, improving drainage and reducing flood risk in that corridor.

Counterparty: A & D Cromwell Concrete & Construction, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: Oakleigh Dr. to Cone St.
· Item number:Item #2026-699 · 🤝 Sole-source / no-bid Total cost: $19K

City awards $18,852 to A and D Remodeling for Unity Point Park repairs

Park improvements include new fence, fountain, curb, and wall repairs at Unity Point Park. No-bid purchase approved from general fund.

Counterparty: A and D Remodeling Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award Location: Unity Point Park
· Item number:Item #2026-702 Total cost: undisclosed

City funds Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence (amount TBD)

Council approves a grant to a community violence prevention nonprofit. This funds civic engagement on a public safety issue affecting Mobile neighborhoods.

Counterparty: Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
· Item number:Item #2026-703 Total cost: undisclosed

City affirms Boy Scouts payment serves public purpose

Council votes to confirm that funding the Boy Scouts organization is a valid public expense. The decision unblocks payment to the youth organization from the city's general fund.

Counterparty: Boy Scouts of America Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
· Item number:Item #2026-704 Total cost: undisclosed

City funds Boy Scouts of America, declares public purpose

Council certifies that public money for the Boy Scouts serves a legitimate city purpose, clearing the way for payment from the general fund.

Counterparty: Boy Scouts of America Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
· Item number:Item #2026-705 Total cost: undisclosed

Council determines Boy Scouts payment serves public purpose

City funds youth leadership and outdoor education through Boy Scouts; vote confirms the spending is a legitimate public expense.

Counterparty: Boy Scouts of America Funding source: Unknown Action type: Appropriation
· Item number:Item #2026-706 Total cost: undisclosed

City funds Boy Scouts of America donation

Council votes to spend public money on Boy Scouts of America, determining the grant serves a public purpose. Dollar amount not yet specified in the agenda.

Counterparty: Boy Scouts of America Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
· Item number:Item #2026-707 Total cost: undisclosed

City approves spending from general fund for Big Brothers Big Sisters

City funds youth mentoring services through Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Gulf Coast. This organization connects adults with young people in need of mentoring and support.

Counterparty: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Gulf Coast Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
· Item number:Item #2026-708 Total cost: undisclosed

City funds Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity from general budget

Council must determine whether this fraternity payment serves a legitimate public purpose before approving spending from city funds.

Counterparty: Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
· Item number:Item #2026-709 Total cost: undisclosed

Noise waiver approved for May 2 event at 1906 Springhill Ave

Diane Roberts gets permission to hold an event with amplified sound from 7–11 p.m. on May 2 in District 1, temporarily suspending noise limits for that location and time.

Counterparty: Diane Roberts Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other Location: 1906 Springhill Avenue
· Item number:Item #2026-710 Total cost: undisclosed

Noise waiver approved for Sharon Barker event at 1215 Elmira Street

Sharon Barker gets permission to hold an event at her property on April 25, 2026 (6–10 p.m.) without noise-ordinance restrictions. Neighbors in District 2 may experience louder activity during that window.

Counterparty: Sharon Barker Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other Location: 1215 Elmira Street
· Item number:Item #2026-711 Total cost: undisclosed

Noise waiver approved for event at 2411 Venetia Road on Oct. 24

Virginia Bridges is allowed to hold an event with amplified sound at 2411 Venetia Road (District 3) from 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on October 24, 2026, without violating the city's noise ordinance. Neighbors should expect elevated noise levels that evening.

Counterparty: Virginia Bridges Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other Location: 2411 Venetia Road
· Item number:Item #2026-712 Total cost: $183K

City awards $182.5K fire alarm contract to Arena Fire Protection

Fire alarm systems at city buildings will stay inspected, maintained, and repaired under a new multi-year deal. Ensures critical safety equipment remains operational at public facilities.

Counterparty: Arena Fire Protection Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #2026-713 · 🚨 Emergency action Total cost: $57K

City buys engine rebuilds for fire trucks from Emergency Equipment Professional

Fire department repairs critical pumper and aerial truck engines to keep emergency response fleet operational. Emergency purchase order totals $56,594.99.

Counterparty: Emergency Equipment Professional, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Emergency procurement
· Item number:Item #2026-716 Total cost: undisclosed

Liquor license approved: Komo Yaki restaurant at Airport Blvd

New restaurant with full bar license opens at 3201 Airport Blvd. Adds dining and drinking option in that area.

Counterparty: Komo Yaki Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 3201 Airport Blvd
· Item number:Item #2026-717 Total cost: undisclosed

Restaurant liquor license approved for First Watch #1223

First Watch Restaurant at 725 Schillinger Road is cleared to serve alcohol. Local liquor licenses are public regulatory decisions that affect neighborhood commercial activity and licensing compliance.

Counterparty: First Watch Restaurant #1223 Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 725 Schillinger Road, S.
· Item number:Item #2026-719 Total cost: $27K

City hires Southern Realty for storm drain cleanup on Stanton Rd.

Mobile is spending $27,000 to remove vegetation and debris from storm drainage along Stanton Road to Three Mile Creek, improving stormwater flow and reducing flooding risk in the area.

Counterparty: Southern Realty Management Group, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: Stanton Rd. to Three Mile Creek
· Item number:Item #2026-720 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing on demolishing vacant building at 311 Calhoun Street

Council will hold a public hearing to decide whether to demolish the structure and declare it a public nuisance. Neighbors and residents can comment on whether the building should come down.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 311 Calhoun Street
· Item number:Item #2026-723 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set to declare 2754 Haas Ave a nuisance and order demolition

City will hold a public hearing to determine whether this District 1 structure is blighted and should be demolished. If declared a nuisance, the property will be razed—affecting neighborhood conditions and the property owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Location: 2754 Haas Avenue
· Item number:Item #2026-724 Total cost: undisclosed

1423 Cedar Park Drive declared public nuisance; demolition ordered

Structure at this District 3 address will be demolished after being declared a public nuisance. The property has been identified as a safety and community concern warranting removal.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 1423 Cedar Park Drive
· Item number:Item #2026-725 Total cost: undisclosed

Ruby Street renamed "Honorary Rev. Elmore Pate Street"

Street sign and official addresses will change. Honors Rev. Elmore Pate's service to the Mobile community.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Proclamation Location: Ruby Street
· Item number:Item #2026-726 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set: Vacate unused right-of-way at 6401 Overlook Road

City may give up public access rights to a strip of land near your property in District 7. Hearing is May 12, 2026—speak up if you use or need that right-of-way.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Location: 6401 Overlook Road Public hearing: May 12, 2026
· Item number:Item #2026-727 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set: modify planning approval for 65 Mobile Street

Planning rules for the property at 65 Mobile Street are under review. A public hearing on May 12, 2026 will consider modifications to a previously approved plan — you can attend and comment on changes to how the site is developed.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Location: 65 Mobile Street Public hearing: 2026-05-12
· Item number:Item #2026-728 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set: PUD modification for 65 Mobile Street

City Council will consider changes to the planned development at 65 Mobile Street in District 1. Public hearing scheduled May 12, 2026.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Location: 65 Mobile Street Public hearing: May 12, 2026
· Item number:Item #2026-729 Total cost: undisclosed

Council considers funding request for Alabama Stings Football

City may provide financial or in-kind support to the Alabama Stings Football Organization; specific amount and nature of assistance not yet detailed.

Counterparty: Alabama Stings Football Organization Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other
· Item number:Item #2026-730 Total cost: undisclosed

Council recognizes Alabama Stings women's football team

Mobile officially welcomes a new women's football team to the city. The Alabama Stings join the local sports landscape and represent a milestone for women's athletics in the region.

Counterparty: Alabama Stings Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other
· Item number:Item #2026-732 Total cost: undisclosed

City oversight of Housing Board due-process violations

Tenants' legal rights in Housing Authority disputes may be at risk if the city isn't holding the board accountable for due-process violations.

Counterparty: Mobile Housing Board & Authority Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other
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