Public hearing scheduled: Changes to city parking rules
Council will consider revisions to parking and loading regulations in the city code. Public comment period opens May 27, 2025.
Topic
Parks & Culture
Agenda items
Parks & Culture items
City vacates Knollwood Drive right-of-way, imposes vacation fee
City is giving up public right-of-way on Knollwood Drive near Medical Park in exchange for a fee. The decision affects what land remains under city control and who can access or use that corridor.
Noise waiver approved for Doyle Park event, May 31
Terrence Anderson gets permission to hold an event at Doyle Park without noise restrictions on May 31 (9 a.m.–5 p.m.). Nearby residents may experience higher noise levels that day.
Noise ordinance waiver approved for Sandra Terry event at Langan Park
Sandra Terry gets permission to hold an event at Langan Park on June 27, 2025 (7 a.m.–4 p.m.) without noise ordinance restrictions. Neighbors in District 7 should expect louder activity during those hours.
City accepts easement for Three Mile Creek Greenway Trail Segment 2
New recreational trail segment advances waterfront connectivity and public access to Three Mile Creek. Project builds walking and biking infrastructure for residents.
Council appoints Taylor Johnson to Mobile Library Board
Taylor Johnson joins the Library Board, which sets policy for library services, budgets, and community programming across Mobile's public library system.
Noise waiver granted for event at Lyons Park Avenue, Sept 12–14
Carrie Coats gets permission to exceed noise limits during a Sept 12–14 event at 180 Lyons Park Avenue in District 2, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Neighbors may experience louder-than-usual activity during those dates and hours.
City and County partner on $2M West Mobile County Park improvements
Mobile and Mobile County are investing up to $2 million to upgrade West Mobile County Park, improving recreational facilities and public space for area residents.
Council approves $50K splashpad re-coating at 4 parks
J&A Contracting will refresh splashpads at McCants-Chavers, Tricentennial, Sullivan, and James M. Seals Jr. parks, extending the life of popular summer recreation spots for families citywide.
Council awards $75K/year sole-source pool maintenance contract to Alabama Poolwo
City's public pools will get chemistry services (chlorination, pH balance, water testing) under a sole-source deal with no open bidding, at $75,000 annually from the general fund.
City vacates right-of-way on Knollwood Drive; sets vacation fee
City is giving up public street access on Knollwood Drive near Medical Park and collecting a fee for the vacation. The decision affects property access and future development options for the affected land.
Port City Pacers get noise waiver for April 19 Mardi Gras Park event
Early-morning running event at Mardi Gras Park will be exempt from noise ordinance limits on April 19. Expect elevated sound from 6:30–11 a.m. in District 2.
Port City Pacers get noise waiver for May 17 race at Medal of Honor Park
Early-morning running event (6 a.m.–10:30 a.m.) will be exempt from city noise rules. Residents near Medal of Honor Park in District 6 may experience loudspeaker announcements and music during the race.
Knollwood Drive: City considers vacation fee for right-of-way
City may give up public land (street right-of-way) on Knollwood Drive near Medical Park in exchange for a fee. Affects property access and city control of that corridor in District 4.
Vacation of right-of-way on Knollwood Drive near Medical Park
City may give up public easement along Knollwood Drive west side. Affects property access and future development options in the Medical Park area.
Land area:
1 parcel
Noise waiver approved for May 4 event at British Park
Resident event at British Park in District 2 is allowed to exceed noise limits for three hours on May 4. Check the park's event schedule if you live nearby.
Noise waiver approved for Mardi Gras Park event on April 19
Maura Mandyck's event at Mardi Gras Park will be allowed to operate with elevated noise levels from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 19, 2025. Neighbors near the park may experience temporary noise outside normal ordinance limits.
Council awards $407K chiller replacement contract to Goram Air Conditioning
West Regional Library gets new cooling equipment to keep the building operational and accessible during hot months. Project funded from capital improvement budget.