Parks & Culture

Noise waiver granted for Tricentennial Park event July 19

Mary Tate's event at Tricentennial Park (3–7 p.m.) will operate above normal noise limits. Residents nearby may experience louder music, amplification, or activities than usual that day.

Noise waiver approved for Checkers parking lot event, July 19

Kayla Phillips's event at Checkers parking lot (District 3) will be allowed to operate until 5 p.m. on July 19 despite normal noise restrictions. Neighbors may experience louder activity than usual during that time.

Noise waiver for Trinity Gardens Park event on Oct. 26

Tramain Coats is seeking permission to hold an event at Trinity Gardens Park (District 1) that would exceed normal noise limits between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on October 26, 2025. Neighbors may be affected.

Noise waiver granted: Event at Tricentennial Park, July 18, 4–8 p.m.

Mary Tate receives permission to hold an event at Tricentennial Park with noise levels above the city's ordinance limits. The waiver allows the event to proceed July 18 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in District 1.

Noise waiver granted for Mardi Gras Park event Oct. 11

Silvia Skultety's event at Mardi Gras Park (District 2) will operate 1–9 p.m. with exemption from noise limits. Neighbors should expect elevated sound levels that day.

St. John Lodge #2 gets noise waiver for Langan Park event Sept 27

St. John Lodge #2 can hold its event at Langan Park in District 7 on September 27 without noise ordinance restrictions between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Noise waiver granted for Kayla Phillips event at Trimmier Park, July 20

Event on July 20 from noon to 4:30 p.m. at Trimmier Park (District 3) will proceed despite noise ordinance restrictions.

Noise waiver granted for Langan Park event June 14

Patricia Johnson receives permission to hold an event at Langan Park in District 7 with relaxed noise restrictions on June 14, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Residents nearby should expect amplified sound during that window.

Mobile Public Library appoints Juree Hall as new director

New library leadership shapes programs, hours, and services for all patrons across the Mobile Public Library system.

Council considers bike park funding request from Dr. Raymon Maguire

Dr. Raymon Maguire is requesting city funding for a new bike park. Details on location, budget, and timeline are not yet available.

2025-478 Dale Boyd - request funding for a bike park.

Noise waiver approved for Langan Park event March 29

Deana Landry's event at Langan Park in District 7 can operate all day (8 a.m.–4 p.m.) without noise ordinance restrictions, letting organizers hold louder activities like music, entertainment, or outdoor gatherings that would normally require quieter operation.

Waiver: Noise limits lifted at Langan Park April 19

Barbara Davis gets permission to host an event at Langan Park (District 7) with relaxed noise rules from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. on April 19, 2025. Neighbors in the area may experience louder activity that day.

City considers closing Knollwood Drive right-of-way near Medical Park

Vacating this city right-of-way could affect access to Knollwood Drive or nearby properties. The public hearing allows residents to comment on whether the closure is in the neighborhood's interest.

Propose SS United States ship as hotel and museum near GulfQuest

A historic ocean liner could anchor new waterfront hospitality and tourism draw to downtown Mobile, potentially generating jobs and visitor revenue alongside a maritime cultural venue.

City considers closing right-of-way on Knollwood Drive near Medical Park

Closing this public right-of-way could affect property access and traffic patterns in the Medical Park area. The city is weighing whether to release this street corridor from public use.

Noise waiver approved for Medal of Honor Park May 11 event

Celia Mann Baehr receives permission to hold an event at Medal of Honor Park with music or amplified sound from 1:30–7:30 p.m. on May 11, temporarily waiving city noise rules for that time and location.

Noise waiver approved for Langan Park event Oct. 11

Terrence Anderson gets permission to hold a daytime event at Langan Park with relaxed noise limits on October 11, allowing activities that would otherwise violate city noise rules.

City awards $75K annual pool chemistry contract to Alabama Poolworks

Sole-source deal keeps public pools safe and operational with regular chemical maintenance. Lock-in runs through the end of next fiscal year.

Council awards $407K to Goram Air for West Regional Library chiller

West Regional Library will get a new air-conditioning chiller, keeping the facility operational for the public. The $407,400 comes from capital improvement funds.