City Council Meeting

2025-140 Kent Blackinton - comments about the renewal of the Mobile Tourism Improvement District.

Noise waiver granted for Joe Cain House event on March 2

David Wilder's event at the Joe Cain House on Augusta Street will be permitted to exceed city noise limits from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on March 2. Nearby residents may experience louder activity than usual during that window.

Noise waiver granted for pickleball tournament at Lavretta Park Feb. 15

Savannah Hardin receives permission to hold an early-morning pickleball event at Lavretta Park (District 7) on February 15 with extended operating hours (7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.), allowing noise that would normally violate city ordinance.

Noise waiver approved for Langan Park event March 29

Kearria Freed gets permission to hold a louder event at Langan Park from 10 a.m. to noon on March 29, letting the activity proceed despite normal city noise rules.

Noise waiver granted for 901 Springhill Ave, March 2 & 4

Gerald McKinney gets permission to operate above city noise limits at this District 1 address on two days from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Neighbors may experience louder activity during those windows.

Noise ordinance waiver approved for 533 Helveston Street on March 8

Bettye Brown gets permission to host an event between 4–10 p.m. that would otherwise violate Mobile's noise rules. Neighbors in District 1 near 533 Helveston Street may experience elevated noise during those hours.

Storm water services contract awarded to Michael Baker International for $450K

Mobile commits $450,000 to professional engineering services for storm water management, improving the city's flood prevention and drainage infrastructure.

Public hearing set on Mobile Tourism Improvement District future

Council will hear public comment on whether to continue, modify, or end the Tourism Improvement District—a decision affecting local hotel taxes, tourism funding, and downtown development priorities.

Port City Pacers noise waiver approved for Mardi Gras Park event

Port City Pacers can hold their Mardi Gras celebration at Mardi Gras Park on March 22 starting at 6 a.m., with city-approved exception to noise limits for the 6-hour event in District 2.

Noise waiver approved for Springhill & Broad Street events Feb 14, Mar 4

Creigh Shoemaker gets permission to hold evening events (4–9 p.m.) without noise-ordinance restrictions on two dates in February and March in District 2. Neighbors in the area may experience louder activity during those hours.

City accepts land for McGregor Avenue widening project

McGregor Avenue will be widened between Airport Boulevard and Dauphin Street, improving traffic flow in this corridor. The city accepts donated or acquired right-of-way land needed to complete the project.

Dauphin Street right-of-way: Mayor accepts deeds for signal upgrades

City acquires land rights along Dauphin Street between I-65 and Sage Avenue to upgrade traffic signals and improve street access near SpringHill Memorial Hospital.

City awards $57,228 pressure-breathing air compressor to Sunbelt Fire Inc.

Mobile Fire-Rescue Department gets equipment upgrade for firefighter safety; competitive bidding process selected Sunbelt Fire Inc. to supply the specialized compressor.

City purchases $23,930 of street salt from Alabama Poolworks

City spending from general fund on winter road maintenance. Affects condition of streets during ice and snow events.

City acquires right-of-way for Dauphin Street traffic upgrades

Signal upgrades and new traffic management on Dauphin Street from I-65 to Sage Avenue aim to improve traffic flow and safety on this major corridor serving SpringHill Memorial Hospital and surrounding areas.

Lodging tax rules amended

Changes to how the city collects or enforces lodging taxes on hotels and short-term rentals. Details of the amendment are not yet available in the public record.

Council awards $1.2M thermal striping contract to TRP Construction

City spends $1.19 million to paint road markings—thermal striping—across Mobile's roadways through competitive bidding. This improves road safety and visibility for drivers and pedestrians.

City awards $160K to Clean Earth for hazardous waste collection event

Mobile residents get free disposal of hazardous household waste (paint, batteries, chemicals, electronics) at a city-organized collection event.

Mobile Arena: OVG 360 hired as manager

City taps OVG 360 to run day-to-day operations at the new Mobile Arena. Decision shapes who manages events, staffing, and venue decisions for years to come.

City authorizes letter of agreement with National Maritime Museum of the Gulf

City enters into a formal arrangement with the museum, likely involving operational or partnership terms. Details on scope, duration, and any city funding or asset involvement not specified in available materials.

Council awards $167,970 garbage truck to Sansom Equipment

Parks & Recreation gets new equipment for trash collection and street cleanup. Purchase was competitive-bid from the general fund.

MFRD purchases $1.7M aerial ladder truck from Emergency Equipment Pro

Mobile Fire-Rescue Department buys specialized equipment to improve emergency response for tall building fires and rescues.

Council awards $99,700 HVAC contract to Goram Air Conditioning

City commits nearly $100K to upgrade cooling systems at the Cruise Terminal, improving passenger comfort and facility operations.

Council sets $53M ADECA CDBG recovery budget plan

Mobile deploys federal disaster-recovery grants across neighborhood infrastructure and public services. This $53M budget plan determines which community needs—housing, economic development, public facilities—get funded in coming years.

City pursues $15M federal grant for Broad Street flood resilience

Mobile seeks a $15 million federal PROTECT grant to improve flood resilience on Broad Street, requiring a $3 million local match. The project aims to protect this major corridor from climate-driven flooding.

$50M HUD grant funds downtown Mobile economic development loans

Mobile secures $50 million in federal funding to launch a revolving loan program for downtown businesses and development projects named for Senator Richard Shelby. This capital supports local economic growth and job creation in the city's core.

City settles claims with Bibb Estate

City Council will approve an agreement resolving disputes with the Bibb Estate, ending litigation costs and clearing the path forward on a longstanding legal matter.

City settles legal claim with 1220 Exhibits, Inc.

The city resolves a lawsuit by agreeing to a settlement with 1220 Exhibits, Inc., ending the legal dispute and any further claims between the parties.

City settles with Misc. Bank Group; claims released

City resolves legal dispute with Misc. Bank Group through settlement. Details of the agreement—including any monetary recovery or liability waiver—are not disclosed in available materials.

City settles claims dispute with Hancock Whitney Bank

Mobile resolves a legal disagreement with the bank, likely avoiding costly litigation. Settlement terms remain confidential pending final approval.

City settles with Radcliff Contractors, Inc.

Mobile resolves a legal dispute with Radcliff Contractors, Inc. and releases all claims against the company. Terms of the settlement are not specified in the agenda item.

Settlement approved with Gwins Commercial Printing; claims released

City resolves dispute with printing vendor Gwins Commercial Printing and releases related claims. No dollar amount disclosed in item.

City settles legal claim with Felder Services, LLC

City resolves dispute with contractor Felder Services, LLC through settlement agreement, releasing both parties from claims related to past dealings.

City settles claims with Monadock Media, Inc.

City resolves a legal dispute with the media company. The settlement details and any financial obligations will determine whether taxpayers bear additional costs.

City partners with County on pre-trial ankle monitoring program

City will share costs and coordinate with County to monitor defendants awaiting trial through ankle bracelets, reducing jail crowding and pretrial detention costs.

Building at 2661 Betbeze Street declared public nuisance; demolition ordered

Property at 2661 Betbeze Street will be demolished at city expense after being declared a public nuisance. Removes a blighted structure from the neighborhood.

401 Lexington Avenue declared public nuisance; demolition ordered

The structure at 401 Lexington Avenue will be demolished after being declared a public nuisance. The decision removes a hazardous property from the neighborhood.

City declares 1220 Satchel Street a public nuisance; demolition ordered

The structure will be demolished to address blight and safety hazards on the property. Neighbors will see removal of an unsafe building in their area.

Council declares 315 Burton Avenue a public nuisance; orders demolition

Blighted property at 315 Burton Avenue will be demolished. Removal clears a public safety hazard from the neighborhood.

Council declares 3211 Valley Road a public nuisance; orders demolition

Property at 3211 Valley Road will be demolished after council determination it poses a public safety or health hazard. Neighbors benefit from removal of a blighted or dangerous structure.

City orders demolition of blighted house at 1910 Eoline Street

Condemned structure at 1910 Eoline Street will be torn down, removing a public nuisance from the neighborhood. Demolition clears blight and improves safety in the area.

Demolition ordered for blighted building at 709 South Carolina Street

City will tear down the structure declared a public nuisance, removing a hazard from the neighborhood.

2002 Good Street declared public nuisance; demolition ordered

The building at 2002 Good Street will be demolished after the city declared it a public nuisance. This removes a structure the city determined poses a safety or health risk to the neighborhood.

Structure at 2661 Betbeze ordered demolished as public nuisance

A building in District 1 will be demolished after the city declares it a public nuisance. The property poses a threat to neighborhood safety and blight.

City to demolish vacant structure at 1220 Satchel Street

Neighborhood's public hearing on whether to tear down the building. Removal could improve District 1 safety and property values.

Mobile orders demolition of blighted structure at 315 Burton Avenue

City will tear down an abandoned building deemed unsafe in District 1. Removal of the condemned structure improves neighborhood safety and clears the path for property redevelopment.

Public hearing scheduled: 1910 Eoline Street building to be declared public nuis

City may demolish the building at 1910 Eoline Street in District 1 if the hearing confirms it poses a public safety risk. Neighbors and property owners affected can comment during the hearing.

2002 Good Street ordered demolished as public nuisance

City moves to tear down a deteriorating structure in District 1. Demolition removes a dangerous or blighted property from the neighborhood.

Public hearing: 401 Lexington Avenue declared public nuisance, demolition ordere

The structure at 401 Lexington Avenue in District 2 will be demolished after being declared a public nuisance. This removes a blighted property from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of condemned building at 3211 Valley Road

A dangerous or deteriorated structure in District 3 will be torn down. This removes a public safety hazard from the neighborhood.

Council declares structure at 709 South Carolina Street a public nuisance, order

Building at 709 South Carolina Street in District 3 will be demolished after being declared a public nuisance. The city will fund the demolition from the general fund to remove the blighted structure.

Council approves $81K design contract for Lavretta Park improvements

Lavretta Park will get new playground equipment, court facilities, and site upgrades. Project moves forward with WAS Design, Inc. handling the design work.

City buys pulse oximeter kits from Masimo for fire department

Fire department gets equipment to monitor patient oxygen levels during emergency response. Purchase uses no-bid procurement process.

Noise waiver approved for event at 1400 S. University Boulevard Feb. 22

Florencia Holt's event on February 22 (8 a.m.–noon) in District 4 will be permitted to operate above normal noise limits. Neighbors in the area should expect louder activity during those hours.

Noise waiver approved for Langan Park event May 3

Margaret Smith's event at Langan Park Pavilion can proceed with amplified sound from 9–11 a.m. on May 3, 2025, despite noise ordinance restrictions.

City approves $107K marketing contract with Spire LLC

General fund money goes to Spire LLC for events and parks department marketing. This is how the city promotes parks activities and special events to residents.

Noise ordinance waiver granted for event at 51 Rickarby Place on March 2

Chenele Chapman gets approval to hold an event generating noise between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. on March 2 in District 2, exempting the activity from city noise rules for that day.

Noise waiver granted for event at 954 Dr. MLK Jr. Ave, March 3

Norman Hill received approval to hold a noisy event at 954 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue on March 3, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., exempting the activity from city noise rules that would otherwise apply.

City secures $250K federal grant for Brookdale Dr. resurfacing

Smooth, safer driving on Brookdale Drive north, west, and south—repaired with no local tax dollars. The federal grant covers the full $250,000 cost.

Medal of Honor Park gets $111K USTA grant for LED lights, mesh fencing

Mobile secures federal grant funding to upgrade tennis facilities at Medal of Honor Park with no local match required. New LED lighting and mesh fencing will improve playing conditions and evening access.

Tennis Center gets $111K federal grant for new asphalt

Mobile Tennis Center receives $111,000 from the U.S. Tennis Association to repair and upgrade playing surfaces, with no local tax money required.

Margo Gilbert speaks on Mobile Tourism Improvement District renewal

Public comment on proposed renewal of the Tourism Improvement District, which funds marketing and development efforts affecting local businesses and tourism revenue.

Mobile Tourism Improvement District: Continue, modify, or end?

Council will decide whether to keep, change, or shut down the Tourism Improvement District, which funds tourism marketing and events. The outcome affects how the city promotes itself and how tourism-related revenue is spent.

City approves $711,900 state grant for Langan Park Lake stormwater project

Langan Park Lake stormwater improvements will reduce flooding and improve water quality in the park. Project funded entirely through a state grant at no cost to the city.

Parten Smith Inc. gets $117K more for West Side Park upgrades

Parking and accessibility improvements at West Side Park cost $117,013 more than originally contracted. This third change order increases the total project expense.

Council approves $128K AC system upgrade at Hope Community Center

Hope Community Center gets new mechanical systems to improve cooling and comfort for residents and program participants using the facility.