Boaz public meetings in 2024
47 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
This is a procedural work session. The council will hear department head reports and discuss the agenda for a future regular meeting. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of council meeting agenda
City Council
The Boaz City Council will consider a one-time net $250 pay raise for full-time employees and $175 for part-time employees. The council will also vote on multiple purchases including a $203,253 telehandler, five Ford Police Interceptors for $287,625, and a one-year civil engineering services agreement with Volkert, Inc. Additionally, accounts payable totaling $269,037.84 will be approved.
- Approve one-time net $250 pay raise for full-time employees, net $175 for part-time employees
- Adopt Resolution 2024-1846 awarding $203,253 to Thompson Tractor for a telehandler (Capital Projects Fund)
- Adopt Resolution 2024-1847 authorizing purchase of five Ford Police Interceptors for $287,625 (Public Safety Fund)
- Adopt Resolution 2024-1848 authorizing one-year civil engineering services agreement with Volkert, Inc.
- Approve accounts payable voucher of $269,037.84 for December 4–6, 2024
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold a work session on December 2, 2024, at the Boaz Senior Center. The agenda includes entering an executive session to discuss future economic development. The council will also receive department head reports and discuss the upcoming regular meeting agenda. Public comments will be heard.
- Enter executive session for economic development discussion
- Department head reports
- Discussion of council meeting agenda
- Public comments period
City Council
The City Council will discuss awarding a street paving contract and purchasing emergency medical equipment. The body will also review accounts payable and receive reports from the Parks and Recreation and Street departments.
- Boaz Street Paving Project (No. 2024-10-125) bid award to Rogers Group, Inc. for $3,712,114.40
- Purchase of a LIFEPAK 35 from Stryker Sales, LLC for $46,787.84 after a $7,500 trade-in credit
- Approval of accounts payable vouchers totaling $255,311.80
- Review of November 2024 reports for Boaz Parks and Recreation and the Street Department
City Council
The Boaz City Council will consider approving accounts payable totaling $401,065.38, authorizing bids for a telehandler, and purchasing equipment for the Street Department. Resolutions include buying a Kubota mower for $13,766.21 and a Kubota RTV for $17,441.52 via Sourcewell, plus declaring surplus property for disposal.
- Accounts payable voucher from Nov 8-18 totaling $401,065.38
- Solicitation of bids for a telehandler for the Street Department
- Resolution 2024-1841: purchase Kubota ZD1011 mower for $13,766.21 from Powerquip via Sourcewell
- Resolution 2024-1842: purchase Kubota RTVX2 for $17,441.52 from Powerquip via Sourcewell
- Resolution 2024-1843: declare listed items as surplus and authorize sale/disposal
City Council
This is a City Council work session, not a regular voting meeting. The council will hear a presentation from Kelley Taft on the Boaz Commons project, receive department head reports, and discuss the upcoming council meeting agenda. No formal decisions are expected.
- Presentation by Kelley Taft of The Kelley Group on the Boaz Commons project
- Department Head Reports
- Discussion of the Council Meeting Agenda
City Council
The City Council will consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 General Fund Budget with total revenues of $18,151,262.66. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding grant funding for recreational improvements at the Boaz City Sportsplex.
- Adoption of FY 2024-2025 General Fund Budget with total expenses of $16,667,824.37
- Public hearing for ADECA Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for Boaz City Sportsplex
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $173,151.20
- Resolution No. 2024-1839 to declare and dispose of surplus property
- Resolution No. 2024-1840 to return a Kubota tractor from surplus to Parks and Recreation
City Council
The Boaz City Council holds a work session to discuss future economic development in executive session and hear from Parks and Recreation Director Sonja Hard about kitchen equipment for the Baseball and Softball Sportsplex. Department heads will report, and the council will review the upcoming council meeting agenda. No votes are expected; this is a discussion session.
- Enter into executive session to discuss future economic development
- Parks and Recreation Director Sonja Hard to discuss kitchen equipment for the Baseball and Softball Sportsplex
- Department head reports
- Discuss council meeting agenda
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold a work session to discuss a draft rental ordinance and enter executive session for future economic development planning. Department heads will also report, and the council will review the upcoming regular meeting agenda.
- Enter executive session to discuss future economic development
- Discuss draft of proposed Rental Ordinance
- Department head reports
- Discuss council meeting agenda
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning properties along Sunview Place from R-6 Manufactured Housing District to R-2 Medium Density Detached Residential District, and introduce an ordinance for that rezoning. The council will also discuss a potential grant application for recreational improvements at the Boaz City Sportsplex and consider other routine items including accounts payable, police department computer purchases, and a library board appointment.
- Public hearing and vote on rezoning Sunview Place from R-6 Manufactured Housing to R-2 Medium Density Detached Residential
- Notice of public meeting on November 12, 2024 to discuss ADECA grant for improvements at Boaz City Sportsplex
- Approve accounts payable voucher totaling $336,153.01
- Authorize purchase of computers and monitors for police department for $10,468.98
- Appoint Ruth-Ellen Thompson to Boaz Library Board with term expiring May 10, 2025
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold a public hearing on October 28 to consider rezoning properties along Sunview Place from R-6 Manufactured Housing District to R-2 Medium Density Detached Residential District. At this meeting, the council also plans to approve accounts payable totaling $359,405.53, solicit bids for a chemical storage building, introduce an electronic records ordinance, and appoint Dr. Todd Haynie to the Industrial Development Board. Routine department reports for September 2024 are included.
- Public hearing notice for rezoning 13 parcels on Sunview Place from R-6 to R-2 (October 28, 2024)
- Approve accounts payable voucher from September 20 to October 8, 2024 for $359,405.53
- Solicitation of bids for a chemical storage building for the city
- Introduce Ordinance No. 2024-1185 to adopt an electronic records and electronic signatures policy
- Appoint Dr. Todd Haynie to the Boaz Industrial Development Board (term expiring December 1, 2028)
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold a work session to receive the MDA presentation of the fiscal year 2023 audit, hear department head reports, and discuss the upcoming council meeting agenda. The meeting also includes a public comment period. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session only.
- MDA presentation of fiscal year 2023 audit
- Department Head Reports
- Discussion of Council Meeting Agenda
- Public Comments
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a work session to review reports from department heads. The body will also discuss the agenda for a future council meeting.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of Council Meeting Agenda
City Council
The Boaz City Council will vote on several resolutions including approval of $423,537.07 in accounts payable, declaring surplus property, purchasing computers for City Hall and Senior Center, and paying $191,823.95 for a grapple truck. The council will also receive a presentation from the police chief and swear in new officers. Work session minutes noted the fire department's ladder truck repair is estimated over $41,000 and the recreation center pool remains out of warranty.
- Approve accounts payable totaling $423,537.07 for September 6–13, 2024
- Adopt Resolution 2024-1834 to declare surplus property and authorize sale/disposal
- Purchase computers: OptiPlex Micro and monitor ($944.55) for City Hall, Dell Latitude ($1,007.29) for Senior Center
- Approve $191,823.95 payment to Ingram Equipment for a new grapple truck from Special Revenue Account
- Police Chief Mike Turner presentation and new officer swearing-in ceremony
City Council
The Boaz City Council will consider approving a $1,536,616 contract for the Sportsplex project, award accounts payable of $104,439.98, and appoint Bromleigh Hales to the Marshall County Tourism and Sports Board. Department reports for August 2024 will also be presented.
- Approve Resolution 2024-1833 awarding Bid No. 2024-07-123 to Lambert Contracting, LLC for Sportsplex Softball Tower ($980,492) and Restroom Facility ($556,124) — total $1,536,616 from 2023 A Bond Account
- Approve accounts payable voucher $104,439.98 for August 16 – September 5, 2024
- Appoint Bromleigh Hales to the Marshall County Tourism and Sports Board effective October 1, 2024 (term ending September 30, 2027)
- Receive August 2024 reports from Fire, Senior Center, Library, Parks & Recreation, Police, and Street departments
City Council
This is a procedural work session of the Boaz City Council. The council will receive department head reports and discuss the agenda for the upcoming regular council meeting. Public comments will also be heard.
- Department Head Reports
- Discuss Council Meeting Agenda
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold a public hearing and consider introducing an ordinance to rezone 18.72 acres at AL HWY 168 and Bruce Road from R-7 (Patio/Garden Home) to R-1 (Low Density Detached Residential) for a subdivision called Dogwood Farms III. The council will also approve accounts payable of $298,014.93, declare surplus property for sale, and adopt a transportation plan under the Rebuild Alabama Act for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
- Public hearing on rezoning 18.72 acres abutting AL HWY 168 and Bruce Road for Dogwood Farms III
- Introduce Ordinance No. 2024-1183 to rezone the same property from R-7 to R-1
- Approve accounts payable voucher totaling $298,014.93
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024-1831 declaring surplus property listed on Schedule A
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024-1832 for a transportation plan under Rebuild Alabama Act
City Council
The City Council will meet for a work session to review department head reports and discuss the upcoming council meeting agenda.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of Council Meeting Agenda
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone 18.72 acres for a low density residential subdivision. The body will also consider a liquor license application and approve various city resolutions and payments.
- Public hearing for rezoning 18.72 acres at AL HWY 168 and Bruce Road from R-7 to R-1 for Dogwood Farms III
- Liquor license application for Om Rudra Inc. dba Double Bridges Liquor at 13730 AL HWY 168, Suite 200
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $266,436.03
- Resolution to ratify sales tax levy for public school education
- Change Order COR-32 for McKee Project No. 22-114 involving a $5,558.75 charge and a $5,563.60 credit
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold a work session to discuss new business, including a presentation by Jay Palmer and department head reports. The council will also review the upcoming regular meeting agenda. No votes or binding decisions are expected at this work session.
- Presentation by Jay Palmer
- Department head reports
- Discussion of upcoming council meeting agenda
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold public hearings to consider revoking business licenses for Pro Massage (806 US Hwy 431 Unit D) and Aromatherapy Spa (285 B US Hwy 431) due to recent allegations of criminal activity. The council will also vote on accounts payable totaling $723,292.22, approve three change orders for the McKee project (totaling $55,219.00), and assess $703.26 for nuisance abatement at 908 Brown Street. Additionally, the council is set to reappoint Betty Metcalf to the Boaz Library Board.
- Public hearings to consider revoking business licenses for Pro Massage (license 219364) and Aromatherapy Spa (license 218745/621399A) due to criminal activity allegations
- Approve accounts payable voucher of $723,292.22 for July 5–16, 2024
- Approve three change orders (COR-12: $30,982.09, COR-29: $18,678.16, COR-32: $5,558.75) for McKee Project No. 22-114
- Assess $703.26 for nuisance abatement costs at 908 Brown Street
- Reappoint Betty Metcalf to the Boaz Library Board (term expiring May 10, 2028)
City Council
The City Council will meet for a work session to review department head reports and discuss the upcoming council meeting agenda.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of Council Meeting Agenda
City Council
The Boaz City Council will review monthly reports from city departments and approve accounts payable totaling $327,131.35. The agenda includes a contract for road resurfacing on Medical Center Parkway and Tyson Street. Additionally, the council will consider establishing a new savings account and reappointing a member to the Boaz Housing Authority.
- Contract for resurfacing Medical Center Parkway and Tyson Street ($22,584.00)
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $327,131.35
- Establishment of a Special Revenue savings account at People's Independent Bank
- Reappointment of Nanny "Sue" Herron to the Boaz Housing Authority
City Council
This work session consists of procedural items including department head reports and a discussion regarding the council meeting agenda. No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are listed on this agenda.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of Council Meeting Agenda
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an alcohol license for 19th Hole Golf LLC. The meeting also includes decisions on road paving additions and a task order for the Former Boaz Outlet Property.
- Public hearing for 19th Hole Golf LLC restaurant liquor license
- $434,000 task order for the Former Boaz Outlet Property
- $400,000 grant application for Cherokee baseball field improvements
- $13,504 agreement to add 11 roads to the Boaz Street Paving Project
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $507,711.60
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold a work session to hear reports from department heads. The council will also discuss the agenda for an upcoming meeting. This session consists of routine procedural items.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of Council Meeting Agenda
City Council
The Boaz City Council will meet on June 10, 2024, to approve minutes from the May 24 meeting and review monthly reports from various city departments. The council is also scheduled to consider approving accounts payable vouchers totaling $863,471.27. Additionally, a proclamation for Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month will be presented.
- Approval of May 24, 2024, meeting minutes
- Accounts payable voucher totaling $863,471.27
- Proclamation for Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month
- Monthly reports from Fire, Police, and Street departments
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold a work session to hear a presentation regarding the Boaz Commons. The council will also receive department head reports and discuss upcoming meeting agendas.
- Presentation on the Boaz Commons by The Kelley Group
- Department Head Reports
- Discussion of Council Meeting Agenda
City Council
The Boaz City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including applying for a $400,000 state grant for Cherokee baseball field improvements, appointing an interim and permanent police chief, and approving change orders for paving and building projects. They will also approve accounts payable totaling $358,449.70 and reappoint members to city boards.
- Resolution 2024-1806: Apply for up to $400,000 CDBG grant for Cherokee baseball fields, with $229,791 local match
- Resolution 2024-1808: Approve $17,616.41 change order for Bennett Building/McKee project due to unforeseen conditions
- Resolution 2024-1809: Terminate agreement with ALDOT for SR-168 lane reduction project from US-431 to Darnell Street
- Resolution 2024-1810: Appoint Mike Turner as interim Police Chief (June 3-July 31) and permanent Police Chief (Aug 1)
- Approve accounts payable totaling $358,449.70
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold a public hearing to gather input on a Community Development Block Grant application for up to $400,000 to improve the Cherokee facility, and will vote on approving accounts payable totaling $273,760.66. The council will also consider declaring surplus property and may enter executive session to discuss economic development.
- Public hearing on CDBG application for Cherokee facility improvements (up to $400,000)
- Approve accounts payable voucher totaling $273,760.66
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024-1805 to declare surplus property and authorize sale/disposal
- Executive session to discuss future economic development
- Receive April 2024 reports from Fire, Police, Library, Parks, and Street departments
City Council
This is a routine council work session, not a voting meeting. The council will hear department head reports and discuss the agenda for an upcoming regular council meeting. Public comments will be taken before adjournment.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of upcoming council meeting agenda
- Public comments period
City Council
The Boaz City Council will vote on routine items including approving accounts payable of $347,352.12, reappointing Rick Ragsdale to the Water and Sewer Commission, and authorizing a contract with Dr. Mark Christensen for Medical Director Services. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Arbor Day and public comments.
- Approve accounts payable totaling $347,352.12
- Reappoint Rick Ragsdale to Boaz Water and Sewer Commission (term to 2030)
- Adopt Resolution No. 2024-1804 for Medical Director Services contract with Mark Christensen, M.D.
- Proclaim April 26, 2024 as Arbor Day
City Council
This is a routine council work session with no votes or decisions scheduled. The council will hear department head reports and discuss the agenda for an upcoming regular council meeting. Public comments are also on the agenda.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of council meeting agenda
- Public comments
City Council
The Boaz City Council will vote on routine items including accounts payable totaling $420,402.11, a lawn maintenance contract, and the reappointment of Rhonda Smith to the school board. They will also consider three change orders for the McKee Project due to unforeseen conditions, totaling $78,735.32, and donate two surplus police vehicles to Snead State.
- Approve accounts payable vouchers totaling $420,402.11
- Reappoint Rhonda Smith to Boaz City School Board until April 26, 2029
- Award lawn maintenance bid to Robinson & Waldrop Landscape Group for $60,315.00
- Donate surplus 2012 and 2016 Chevrolet Tahoes to Snead State Police Department
- Approve three change orders for McKee Project totaling $78,735.32
City Council
This is a routine council work session with no votes or decisions scheduled. The council will hear department head reports and discuss the agenda for an upcoming regular council meeting, followed by public comments.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of council meeting agenda
- Public comments period
City Council
This is a routine council work session with no votes or decisions scheduled. The council will hear department head reports and discuss the agenda for an upcoming regular council meeting, followed by public comments.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of upcoming council meeting agenda
- Public comments period
City Council
The Boaz City Council will consider approving a change order for the city-wide paving project, approve accounts payable totaling $364,861.92, and hear presentations from Marshall County Tourism and Community Action of Etowah County. The agenda also includes declaring surplus property and routine reports.
- Resolution 2024-1797: Change Order No. 6 for $80,573.94 to Whitaker Contracting Corp. for Boaz City Wide Paving (KG Project #22-0045)
- Accounts Payable voucher totaling $364,861.92 for March 8-19, 2024
- Resolution 2024-1798: Declare items on Schedule A as surplus property and authorize sale/disposal
- Presentation by Katy Norton (Marshall County Tourism and Sports) and Gary Lewis (Community Action of Etowah County)
- Boaz Senior Center report for February 2024
City Council
This is a routine work session with no votes. The council will discuss having a portrait made of the council and mayor, hear department head reports, and review the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting. Public comments are also scheduled.
- Council and Mayor portrait to be made
- Department Head Reports
- Discuss Council Meeting Agenda
- Public Comments
City Council
The Boaz City Council will vote on routine approvals including accounts payable, a new police vehicle, and a library HVAC contract, and will hold an executive session on economic development. Department reports for February are also on the agenda.
- Approve accounts payable totaling $945,615.53
- Purchase 2025 Ford Police Interceptor for $60,593 from Stivers Ford Lincoln
- Award library HVAC upgrade to P&M Mechanical for $280,235 total
- Executive session on future economic development
City Council
This is a routine council work session with no formal votes or decisions. The council will hear department head reports and discuss the agenda for an upcoming regular council meeting, followed by public comments.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of upcoming council meeting agenda
- Public comments period
City Council
The Boaz City Council will hold public hearings on a beer/wine license for Yonah Pool Bar and Grill and a rezoning of 1700 Wagner Drive from light industrial to commercial for a convenience store. The council will also vote on $931,143.09 in accounts payable, a $55,496 paving change order, and other resolutions.
- Public hearing for Yonah Pool Bar and Grill alcohol license (201 Elizabeth Street, Building 2, Suite 1)
- Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 1700 Wagner Drive from M-1 to B-2 for a convenience store
- Approve accounts payable totaling $931,143.09
- Adopt Resolution 2024-1792 for $55,496 change order to Whitaker Contracting Corp. for city-wide paving
- Adopt Resolution 2024-1793 to purchase Dell computers and monitors for $15,324.21
City Council
The Boaz City Council is holding its regular meeting on February 12, 2024, with several routine items and two public hearings scheduled for February 26. The council will consider a zoning change request for 1700 Wagner Drive from M-1 to B-2, contingent on sale for a convenience store, and a liquor license application for Yonah Pool Bar and Grill. They will also approve accounts payable totaling $234,295.11, reappoint committee members, and adopt resolutions for a commissary agreement and computer purchases.
- Public hearing set for Feb 26 on rezoning 1700 Wagner Drive from M-1 to B-2 for convenience store
- Public hearing set for Feb 26 on beer/wine license for Yonah Pool Bar and Grill at 201 Elizabeth Street
- Approve accounts payable voucher of $234,295.11
- Adopt Resolution 2024-1789 authorizing agreement with Legacy Commissary Services
- Adopt Resolution 2024-1790 authorizing purchase of Dell computers and monitors for multiple departments
City Council
The Boaz City Council is holding a work session to discuss new business, including a presentation to Snead State Community College's Horticulture Program and a presentation of the fiscal year 2022 audit by BMSS. Department heads will give reports, and the council will discuss the upcoming meeting agenda. Public comments will be heard.
- Presentation to Snead State Community College Horticulture Program
- BMSS presentation of fiscal year 2022 audit
- Department Head Reports
- Discussion of Council Meeting Agenda
City Council
This is a regular work session of the Boaz City Council. The council will hear department head reports and discuss the agenda for the upcoming council meeting. No formal decisions are expected; it is primarily a preparatory session.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of council meeting agenda
- Public comments
City Council
The City Council will consider several financial approvals, including paving project change orders and equipment for the library and street department. The meeting also includes the introduction of a new animal ordinance and the appointment of a new Councilmember.
- Change orders totaling $169,292.00 to Whitaker Contracting Corp. for city-wide paving
- Approval of $2,013,883.24 in accounts payable vouchers
- Purchase of library technology for $4,497.56
- Purchase of a Kubota tractor and loader for the Street Department for $17,766.84
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-1179 regarding animals
City Council
This is a routine work session of the Boaz City Council. The council will hear department head reports and discuss the agenda for an upcoming council meeting. Public comments will be taken. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Department head reports
- Discussion of council meeting agenda
- Public comments
City Council
The Boaz City Council will consider approving accounts payable totaling $1,330,692.35, authorizing agreements with AT&T Southeast for burying aerial facilities and with EMS MC for medical billing services, and appointing a council member to fill Place 2. The agenda also includes routine reports from city departments and a mayor's update on Rebuild Alabama funds saved for a future street project.
- Approve accounts payable voucher of $1,330,692.35 for Dec 14-29, 2023
- Resolution 2024-1784: authorize mayor to contract with AT&T Southeast to bury aerial facilities
- Resolution 2024-1785: authorize updated agreement with EMS MC for medical billing services
- Appoint Councilmember for Place 2 vacancy
- Mayor reports Rebuild Alabama funds totaling $274,460.57 accumulated for future street project