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.
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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.
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.
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 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.
City holds hearing on vacation fee for Knollwood Drive right-of-way
The city is considering whether to charge a fee if it releases right-of-way land near Medical Park Drive. The April 15 hearing will determine if private interests can access public land and what that access costs.
Noise waiver approved for Bo Curtis event at Joe Bailey Park
Event at Joe Bailey Park on April 12 will operate under a temporary noise exemption from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., allowing organizers to exceed normal sound limits for the activity.
Noise waiver approved for Mardi Gras Park, Nov 26-27
Tiffany Montaigne can hold an event at Mardi Gras Park with loudspeakers or music from 6:30 a.m.–11 a.m. on those dates, even though it would normally violate the city's noise ordinance. Neighbors in the area should expect early-morning noise.
Noise waiver granted for event at Mardi Gras Park, Nov 1
Karrie Nelson's event at Mardi Gras Park in District 2 will be exempt from noise ordinance rules on November 1, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., allowing louder sound levels than normally permitted.
Noise waiver approved for Langan Park event July 19
LaToya Smith's event at Langan Park can operate without noise-ordinance restrictions on July 19 from noon to 6 p.m., allowing louder amplified sound or music than normally permitted in the park.
St. John Lodge #2 seeks noise waiver for Langan Park event Sept. 27
St. John Lodge #2 wants to hold a 6-hour event at Langan Park in District 7 with a noise ordinance waiver. Neighbors near Langan Park should know about the request before the vote.
City enters Letter of Agreement with National Maritime Museum of the Gulf
Mobile establishes a formal partnership with the National Maritime Museum of the Gulf to support cultural programming and education. The agreement details terms for collaboration on maritime heritage initiatives.
City accepts easement for Three Mile Creek Greenway Trail Segment 2
Secures land access to extend the greenway trail through a new segment, enabling residents to enjoy additional recreational pathways and active transportation options.
Public hearing on closing Knollwood Drive right-of-way
The city is considering closing a portion of public right-of-way on Knollwood Drive in District 4. The public hearing is scheduled for March 5, 2025.
Noise waiver approved for Battleship Park event Nov. 16
Residents near Battleship Park should expect elevated noise levels between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on November 16 for an approved event.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.