City hires Whitsett Mathison for Parks tennis lessons, $80K/year
Parks and Recreation expands tennis instruction for Mobile residents through a sole-source contract. Commitment runs up to $80,000 annually from the general fund.
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Sole-source: Parks Dept. locks in $80K/year racquet stringer contract
Mobile's Parks and Recreation Department commits $80,000 annually to racquet stringing services through a sole-source agreement with Christopher Ratledge, avoiding competitive bidding.
Council approves $35.5K feasibility study for hard-plastic recycling program
City studies whether it can expand recycling to accept hard plastics like containers and storage bins. Study results will shape future recycling options for Mobile residents.
City authorizes wireless contract with T-Mobile USA, Inc.
City commits to cellular service provider for municipal operations and communications infrastructure. Contract terms and costs will affect city's technology budget and service reliability.
City awards $66K resurfacing contract to ECS Southeast in District 6
City is paying ECS Southeast $66,000 to resurface roads in District 6 as part of its capital improvement plan. Work will reduce potholes and improve driving conditions for residents in that area.
City books Letters to Cleo, Inc. for performance; $26,700
Mobile spends $26,700 in public funds on a musical performance by Letters to Cleo, Inc. This sole-source contract—not competitively bid—is a direct use of city budget for entertainment services.
Sole-source: Visit Mobile gets $100K cruise terminal marketing contract
City commits $100,000 in general funds to promote the cruise terminal through Visit Mobile, the official convention and visitors bureau. This sole-source award means no competitive bidding process was used.
Council awards $66K to ECS Southeast for District 6 street resurfacing
District 6 streets will be repaired and resurfaced in 2026. Project uses capital improvement funds.
City hires Letters to Cleo for musical performance; $26,700
Mobile uses public funds to book a music artist for an upcoming city event or festival, likely for resident entertainment or celebration.
Fire Station No. 19 design contract extended for $50,045
City commits additional $50,045 to Forrest Daniell & Associates for continued professional design services at Mobile Fire & Rescue Department Station No. 19.
City awards $149,687 contract to Gibson Construction for Grand Bay Mounted Unit
City spends nearly $150K on equipment upgrades for the police Mounted Unit in Grand Bay. The work upgrades facilities or equipment for the department's mounted cavalry operations.
Cooper Riverside Park restroom upgrades add $283K to contract
The city commits an additional $283,296 to improve restrooms at Cooper Riverside Park as part of the Mobile Riverfront Redevelopment project. Enhanced facilities will benefit park visitors and support downtown waterfront access.
City awards $33,500/year contract to Rotolo Consultants for grounds maintenance
City facilities maintenance contract; annual spending decision from general fund.
Fire Station No. 19 design contract extended $50,045
Design services for Mobile's Fire Station No. 19 will continue under an expanded contract with Forrest Daniell & Associates, committing an additional $50,045 in city funds to the project.
Cooper Riverside Park: $283K for restroom upgrades
City commits $283K in additional funding to complete restroom upgrades at Cooper Riverside Park as part of the larger Mobile Riverfront Redevelopment project.
City awards $149,687 to Gibson Construction for Grand Bay Mounted Unit upgrades
City approves nearly $150K in public funds to upgrade police facilities in Grand Bay. Investment in mounted unit infrastructure.
Council awards $7,600/year grounds contract to Hughes 360 Services
City commits annual spending on facility upkeep at 104 S. Lawrence St.
City awards $310K HVAC contract to Goram Air for Convention Center
Convention Center mechanical upgrades improve climate control and visitor comfort. Project maintains a key civic venue's operating standards.
City awards $6.3M contract to Rogers & Willard for new Animal Services facility
Mobile is building a new city animal shelter. The $6.3 million contract with Rogers & Willard covers construction of the facility.
Cooper Riverside Park: $64K cost increase for great lawn upgrades
The city is spending an additional $64,338.62 to expand the great lawn upgrades at Cooper Riverside Park as part of the Mobile Riverfront Redevelopment project. This change order increases the total cost of PL Russell's contract for the park improvements.