Public Safety

Hearing set: Clark's non-emergency medical transport license

A new medical transport service could expand local ambulance options for residents needing non-emergency transfers. The Clark application requires public input before approval.

City demolishes blighted structure at 310 Rylands Street

Building declared a public nuisance will be torn down, removing a safety and code-enforcement hazard from the neighborhood. Demolition funded through general budget.

City buys 2 fire pumper trucks from Emergency Equipment Professional for $2.06M

Fire department replaces aging equipment to ensure faster emergency response and reliable service. Purchase adds capacity for MFRD operations.

MFRD orders 2 fire pumper trucks from Emergency Equipment Professional for $2.06

Fire department replaces aging equipment to maintain emergency response capacity. No-bid purchase bypasses competitive bidding.

Public hearing: 607 Belsaw Avenue declared nuisance, slated for demolition

City Council will hold a public hearing to declare the structure at 607 Belsaw Avenue a public nuisance and order its demolition. District 2 residents can voice support or objections at the hearing.

City demolishes blighted structure at 7099 Old Shell Road

Removes a blighted property that poses safety or blight concerns in the neighborhood. Demolition clears the site for future development or community use.

2025-1523 Rabbi Steve Silberman, Public Safety Chaplain

Council orders demolition of blighted building at 500 Chin Street

Removes a structure declared a public nuisance from the neighborhood, improving safety and appearance at 500 Chin Street.

Demolition ordered for blighted house at 607 Belsaw Avenue

City declares the structure a public nuisance and orders it torn down, removing a blighted property from the neighborhood.

City to demolish blighted structure at 7099 Old Shell Road

Property in District 7 officially declared a public nuisance; demolition removes blight from neighborhood and eliminates potential safety hazard.

City approves $95,323 no-bid repair contract for aerial fire truck

Fire department's aerial truck will return to service after repairs. No competitive bidding was used for this emergency equipment purchase.

Public hearing: 500 Chin Street ordered for demolition

A building at 500 Chin Street in District 2 has been declared a public nuisance and will be demolished. The hearing allows residents and property stakeholders to comment before demolition proceeds.

Structure at 2377 San Souci Road declared public nuisance; demolition ordered

Blighted building will be demolished to improve neighborhood safety and property values. Parcel 40-1026 moves toward clearance.

City settles public safety claim with Reggie Hill

Settlement resolves a public safety-related dispute involving formal claims and city liability. Details of the agreement affect how the city manages similar incidents going forward.

2024-1694 Pastor Tony Legear, Public Safety Chaplain

2025-344 ​Dr. Dan Taylor, Public Safety Chaplain

City secures $450K federal grant for flood mitigation

Mobile gets federal funding to reduce flooding risks through the FEMA Flood Mitigation Assistance program. The city will contribute $150,000 in local matching funds (25% match required).

Animal Shelter capital project gets $330K funding boost

City moves $330,000 to fund Animal Shelter facility improvements or repairs. The shelter serves lost, stray, and surrendered animals across Mobile.

City declares 559 Hickory Street a public nuisance and orders demolition

Property at 559 Hickory Street will be demolished after being declared a public nuisance. The demolition will be funded by the city's general fund.

Reggie Hill comments on city legal spending and land acquisition practices

Resident raises concerns about city spending on outside law firms, police training oversight, and historical land acquisitions. Addresses how public funds are used for legal services and property matters.