Public Safety

Police and firefighter pensioners get one-time cost-of-living raise

Retired police officers and firefighters will receive a one-time cost-of-living adjustment to their pensions, helping offset inflation impacts on fixed retirement income.

2026-1661 Pastor Tony Legear, Public Safety Chaplain

FY27 budget priorities: public safety and economic development

Council member Reggie Hill outlines budget spending on public safety and economic growth. Sets direction for city services and investments affecting residents' safety and job opportunities.

One-time cost-of-living raise for police and firefighter retirees

Retirees on fixed pensions receive a boost to keep up with inflation. Details on eligibility and payment amount will determine how many current retirees benefit.

Demolition approved: 1314 Pecan Street

City will demolish the structure at 1314 Pecan Street to clear a blighted property. Removes hazard and opens opportunity for future development or land bank use.

2026-1596 Pastor Tony Legear, Public Safety Chaplain

City sets $2,000 cost for demolition at 1910 Eoline Street

Blighted house at 1910 Eoline Street (District 1) will be demolished; city will cover the $2,000 cost from general funds. Public hearing scheduled to fix these demolition costs.

Public hearing set: $2,700 demolition at 1255 Brussels Street

City will hold a public hearing to approve $2,700 in demolition costs for a structure in District 2. Neighbors can comment on the decision to tear down the building.

City to demolish 1314 Pecan Street; costs set at $2,750

Blighted structure at 1314 Pecan Street in District 2 will be removed. Demolition cost of $2,750 comes from the general fund.

Reggie Hill FY27 budget amendment: public safety and economic development

Budget amendment addressing public safety and economic development priorities for fiscal year 2027. Specific allocation amounts and program details not provided in agenda text.

$200K federal policing grant awarded to CPD (no local match required)

Mobile Police gets federal funding for community policing initiatives with zero local cost. The grant supports CPD's COPS Microgrants Program for FY2026.

City demolishes blighted structure at 1910 Eoline Street

Removes an abandoned or unsafe building from the neighborhood. Demolition helps clear blight and may reduce code-enforcement costs or liabilities.

Council approves demolition of blighted structure at 1255 Brussels Street

Removes a dilapidated building from the neighborhood; clears the path for land reuse or redevelopment.

Demolition ordered for structure at 1307 Willow Lane

City will demolish a structure declared a public nuisance at this address. Property removal improves neighborhood safety and blight conditions.

Cost-of-living adjustment approved for retired police and firefighters

Retired police and firefighters receive a one-time raise to offset inflation. Affects pension payments for certain classes of retirees in the Police and Firefighter's Retirement Plan.

2026-1533 Dr. Robert Morton, Public Safety Chaplain

City orders demolition of blighted building at 1307 Willow Lane

Blighted structure in District 3 will be demolished to remove a public nuisance. City holds public hearing to take community input before proceeding.

City secures $250K federal grant for police mental health programs

Mobile receives federal funding to support law enforcement mental health and wellness initiatives, strengthening officer support services with no local funding required.

2026-1489 Dr. Dan Taylor, Public Safety Chaplain

Council authorizes $417K federal port security grant for FY26

City secures federal funding for port security improvements with local cost-sharing. Program requires $104K city match.