City awards $20,330 to J. J. Quality Homes for storm drainage cleanup
Storm drainage maintenance at Halls Mill Rd. keeps local waterways clear and reduces flooding risk for nearby properties.
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Council awards $23,435 contract to Godwin Land Solutions for storm drainage clea
City is spending $23,435 to clear vegetation and debris from storm drains along Satchel Paige Drive to Halls Mill Road, improving drainage and reducing flood risk in the area.
Council awards $238K testing contract for 2026 road resurfacing
Geotechnical testing will inform pavement repairs across six city districts in 2026, helping ensure roads are fixed correctly and funds are spent wisely.
Noise ordinance waiver granted: 454 Charleston Street, May 30-31
Devin Pate receives permission to exceed noise limits at 454 Charleston Street on May 30 & 31 from noon to 10 p.m. District 2 neighbors may experience elevated noise during those specific hours.
Contract amendment: Michael Baker International gets $33K more for drainage repa
City commits an additional $33,000 to repair storm drains and miscellaneous drainage infrastructure. Fixing drainage helps prevent flooding in affected neighborhoods.
Council awards $238K contract for road resurfacing across 6 districts
City funds testing and engineering work for 2026 road resurfacing in Districts 1–7. Smoother streets ahead in multiple neighborhoods.
Noise waiver approved for May 15 event at 1257 Government St
Kristen Coats gets permission to hold an event 5:30–8:30 p.m. on May 15 that would normally violate Mobile's noise rules. Neighbors in District 2 may experience elevated noise during that 3-hour window.
Noise waiver granted: 1621 Virginia Street, Sept 4–5, 8am–10pm
Devin Pate gets permission to exceed noise limits at this District 2 address for two days. Neighbors in the immediate area may experience louder activity during those hours.
Harwell & Company awarded $11.4M road-resurfacing contract across 6 districts
City commits $11.4 million to repave streets in Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7 under the 2026 capital improvement plan. Work expected to improve commute conditions and road safety across multiple neighborhoods.
City awards $26,015 contract to Ecosouth Services for recycling compactor repair
Keeps recycling collection equipment operational across Mobile. Equipment downtime disrupts waste diversion programs and adds disposal costs.
Council redirects $475K from ADEM testing to MS4 stormwater program
The city is moving $475,000 from one infrastructure project to accelerate stormwater management upgrades that address storm runoff and water quality in Mobile.
Noise waiver granted: 1621 Virginia Street, Oct 1–3
Devin Pate receives permission to exceed noise limits at this District 2 address for a three-day event. Neighbors in the area should expect elevated noise between noon and 10 p.m. on those dates.
Noise waiver approved for 250 Dauphin Street, July 18
Thomas Fowlkes gets permission to exceed noise limits at 250 Dauphin Street in District 2 on July 18, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Neighbors should expect louder activity during that window.
Noise waiver granted for event at 321 N. Warren Street Sept. 13
Georgia Baker's event at 321 N. Warren Street (3–8 p.m. on Sept. 13) is exempted from the city's noise ordinance. Neighbors in District 2 should expect elevated sound levels during that window.
Noise waiver granted: 1757 Government Street, Oct 17, 7pm–midnight
Katrina Martinez receives a one-time exemption from noise rules for an event at her Government Street location in District 2, allowing sound until midnight on October 17.
Council approves $19K storm drainage cleanup at Sellers Lane
City contracts with Safe Haven Co. to remove vegetation and debris from storm drainage system at 7280 Sellers Lane. Keeps storm systems clear to prevent flooding and maintain neighborhood water drainage.
Budget shift: $6.8K moved to street traffic improvements
Capital funds redirected from District 5 general projects to traffic safety work on city streets.
Noise waiver granted: 809 Donald Street event, May 16, 2–6 p.m.
Kayla French gets permission to hold an event at 809 Donald Street in District 1 without noise-ordinance restrictions for four hours on May 16. Neighbors in the area should expect elevated noise during that window.
City reallocates $2.5M in stormwater fees to management projects
City redirects $2.5M in stormwater tax revenue to repair and improve drainage infrastructure across Mobile. Work addresses flooding, backups, and water quality in neighborhoods most affected by heavy rainfall.
Storm drain funds shifted to on-call drainage work; $400K reallocated
The city is moving $400,214 from one storm-drain project to pay for emergency drainage repairs as they arise. This keeps the total spending the same but speeds up response to flooding or drainage problems.