Topic
Public Works
Agenda items
Public Works items
City authorizes real property sale to State Port Authority and One Water
Mobile is selling city-owned land to the Alabama State Port Authority and One Water, LLC. The deal involves multiple state entities and could affect waterfront development or port operations in the city.
$2.6M set aside for storm water projects citywide
City commits $2.6M in storm water fees to drainage and flood-control projects across Mobile. These upgrades reduce flooding risk and improve water management in neighborhoods vulnerable to heavy rainfall.
Council adds $750K to asphalt repair contract with Chris Brewer Contracting
City-wide street repairs will expand under this contract increase. The additional $750,000 covers small asphalt fixes across Mobile's road network.
City commits $23,500 grant match for Springhill sidewalk project
Mobile shifts sidewalk repair funds to help Village of Springhill secure a grant for their own sidewalk improvements. This reduces available city repair budget but leverages outside funding for regional infrastructure.
City authorizes I-10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project agreement with state
Major infrastructure project to improve I-10 corridor and bridge over Mobile River. Critical for regional transportation and traffic flow.
Contract amendment: GRW Engineers gets $484,830 for stormwater mapping & resilie
City expands stormwater mapping and resilience planning to better understand and reduce flood risks across Mobile. Work helps identify vulnerable areas and guide future infrastructure improvements.
Council considers sidewalk expansion citywide
Proposal to add more sidewalks would improve pedestrian safety and walkability across Mobile neighborhoods.
Noise waiver approved for 606 Saint Francis Street on April 18
Lawrence Battiste has requested permission to operate with noise levels above city limits at 606 Saint Francis Street in District 2 on April 18, 2025, from 7 a.m. to noon.
Council addresses sidewalk expansion across Mobile
Safer pedestrian access could reduce injury risk and improve walkability in neighborhoods currently without adequate sidewalks.
City commits $3M to One Mobile water/sewer project with county commissioners
Water and sewer infrastructure upgrade in Mobile will improve system reliability and service for residents and businesses across the city.
Noise waiver approved for Royal Street event May 24
Andre Bend receives permission to host an event at 104 Royal Street (District 2) from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. with exemption from city noise limits. Nearby residents may experience higher noise levels during the permitted hours.
Conditional use permit hearing set for 2411 Venetia Road
City will hold a public hearing May 27, 2025, to decide whether to allow a conditional use at this District 4 property. Residents can speak for or against the project.
Council amends WSP contract for stormwater mapping; adds $549,920
Mobile expands stormwater mapping and resilience planning to better protect neighborhoods from flooding. This amendment commits an additional ~$550K to improve the city's ability to plan infrastructure upgrades.
Garbage collection rules updated for households
Mobile updates trash and garbage rules for residents and enforcement penalties. Changes affect how households must prepare and present trash for collection.
Noise waiver approved for 762 Marine Street event Jan 18
Patricia Beard receives exemption from noise ordinance limits for an event at 762 Marine Street (District 3) on January 18, 2:30–9:30 p.m. Neighbors in the area may experience louder activity during that window than normally allowed.
Noise waiver approved for March 15 event at 201 N. Conception
Brooke Guesnard gets permission to exceed noise limits at this District 2 address during a 6-hour evening window (5–11 p.m.) on March 15. Neighbors in the area may experience higher sound levels during that time.
Noise waiver: Friendship House event, 57 N. Broad, Feb. 14
The Friendship House gets a one-day noise exemption on Valentine's Day to host an event from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Neighbors in District 2 may experience louder activity during that window.
Waive fee to vacate alley at Dauphin Heights and Upham
Property owner at Dauphin Heights and Upham Street avoids a vacation fee for closing an adjacent alley. This clears the right-of-way for private development or property consolidation.
City partners with state on traffic signal operations across Mobile
Streamlines traffic management for signals throughout the Mobile metropolitan area. Coordination with Alabama DOT improves signal timing and traffic flow across city limits.