Chelsea public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding the membership of the Park & Rec Board, including increasing board members and appointing or reappointing individuals. The agenda also includes a proposed agreement for a turf and competition track project at Chelsea High School.

• Resolution to increase the number of members on the Park & Rec Board
• Resolutions to appoint or reappoint multiple members to the Park & Rec Board
• Resolution to authorize an agreement with Red State Strategies, LLC
• Memorandum of Agreement for a Turf & Competition Track Project at Chelsea High School
• Proposed Ordinance 2021-12-21-949 to amend Ordinance #2020-11-03-845

The Chelsea City Council approved several resolutions, including authorizing the mayor to contract with Red State Strategies for two telephone surveys on forming a city school system (4-1), and a Memorandum of Agreement with Shelby County and Westover for a turf and competition track project at Chelsea High School (unanimous). The council also expanded the Park & Rec Board from 13 to 15 members, reappointed six members, appointed five new members, amended the employee handbook, and amended Ordinance #2020-11-03-845. All other agenda items, including the agenda, minutes, and payment of bills, were approved unanimously.

• Authorized agreement with Red State Strategies for school system surveys (4-1)
• Approved MOA for Turf & Competition Track Project at Chelsea High School (unanimous)
• Increased Park & Rec Board membership from 13 to 15 (unanimous)
• Reappointed six Park & Rec Board members (unanimous)
• Appointed five new Park & Rec Board members (unanimous)
• Amended employee handbook (unanimous)
• Amended Ordinance #2020-11-03-845 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission will consider four items: a final plat for a 67-lot subdivision in Chelsea Park, and three related applications from The Broadway Group for a retail site at Hwy 39 & Hwy 36, including a final plat, zoning verification to reduce parking, and site plan review. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes.

• Chelsea Park Final Plat (Case 2021-12-20-001FP): 67 lots on +/-19.03 acres, submitted by Eric Shula (Forestar)
• The Broadway Group Final Plat (Case 2021-12-20-002FP): 2 lots on +/-3.19 acres at Hwy 39 & Hwy 36
• The Broadway Group Zoning Verification (Case 2021-12-20-003ZVA): reduce parking from 43 to 35 stalls
• The Broadway Group Site Plan Review (Case 2021-12-20-004SPR): retail store on 2 lots at Hwy 39 & Hwy 36

The Chelsea Planning Commission unanimously approved the November minutes and four development items: a 67-lot final plat for Chelsea Park, a 2-lot final plat for The Broadway Group, a zoning verification reducing parking from 43 to 35 stalls, and a site plan for a retail store with a monument-style sign. All approvals were subject to the city engineer's recommendation letters dated December 16, 2021.

• Approved November 22, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Chelsea Park final plat, 67 lots (unanimous)
• Approved Broadway Group final plat, 2 lots (unanimous)
• Approved zoning verification reducing parking to 35 stalls (unanimous)
• Approved Broadway Group site plan for retail store (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider two resolutions: one to declare property as surplus and authorize its donation or disposal, and another to appoint and reappoint Tree Commission members. They will also approve minutes, bills, and hear a proclamation for Arbor Week.

• Resolution 2021-12-07-951 to declare property surplus and authorize donation/disposal
• Resolution 2021-12-07-952 to appoint and reappoint Tree Commission members
• Proclamation declaring Feb 20-26, 2022 as Arbor Week and Feb 26 as Arbor Day
• Approval of bills to be paid
• Approval of minutes from Nov 16 and Nov 18 meetings

The Chelsea City Council approved resolutions to declare property as surplus and authorize its donation or disposal, and to appoint and reappoint Tree Commission members. The council also approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and payment of city bills. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond these routine items.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Nov 16 and Nov 18 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12-07-951 declaring property surplus (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12-07-952 appointing Tree Commission members (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission will consider several development applications, including final plats for Hodgens Estates, a convenience store site plan, a preliminary plat for Chelsea Park, and a conditional use request for a mobile home with heavy equipment parking. The meeting includes approval of the previous minutes and is open to the public.

• Hodgens Estates Final Plat (Sector 1) – 2 lots, 1.45 acres, 9258 Highway 11
• Hodgens Estates Final Plat (Sector 2) – 5 lots, 5.21 acres, 9258 Highway 11
• Old Hwy 280 & Hwy 11 Convenience Store Site Plan/Overlay District Review
• Chelsea Park (Sector 21, Phase II) Preliminary Plat – 100 lots, 32.43 acres
• Hernandez Conditional Use Request – 9 Allen Drive, mobile home, heavy equipment parking

The Chelsea Planning Commission approved five development applications and one site plan review, all subject to the city engineer's November 18, 2021 recommendation letter. These included two final plats for Hodgens Estates, a convenience store site plan at Old Hwy 280 & Hwy 11, a preliminary plat for Chelsea Park (100 lots), and a preliminary plat for Pine Ridge (122 lots). A conditional use request for a home occupation was not acted on because the motion lacked a second.

• Approved Hodgens Estates Final Plat (Sector 1) — 2 lots, subject to engineer's letter
• Approved Hodgens Estates Final Plat (Sector 2) — 5 lots, subject to engineer's letter and Lot 5 frontage adjustment to 150ft
• Approved Old Hwy 280 & Hwy 11 Convenience Store Site Plan/Overlay District Review, subject to engineer's letter
• Approved Chelsea Park (Sector 21, Phase II) Preliminary Plat — 100 lots, subject to engineer's letter
• Approved Pine Ridge Preliminary Plat — 122 lots, subject to engineer's letter
• No action on Hernandez Conditional Use for Home Occupation — motion not seconded

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is holding a special called meeting to receive presentations on a feasibility study from The Criterion Group and on facilities from Gary Owen, Jr. of GMC, Inc. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Feasibility study presentation by The Criterion Group
• Facilities presentation by Gary Owen, Jr. (GMC, Inc.)

The Chelsea City Council met in a special called work session to receive presentations from The Criterion Group and Goodwyn, Mills, & Caywood (GMC) on feasibility and facilities studies. The reports were presented only, with no decision made and no public comments taken. Council members were asked to review the reports and return with questions.

• Received feasibility study presentation from The Criterion Group (no action)
• Received facilities study presentation from GMC (no action)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on two zoning matters: amending B-1 district rules to raise the maximum building square footage from 2,500 to 12,000, and rezoning an 81-acre parcel behind Foothills Subdivision from agricultural to planned residential. The council will also vote on resolutions to open a bank account with Cadence Bank and to assume responsibility for Park Springs Lane in Chelsea Park Subdivision, plus approve bills and minutes.

• Public hearing and ordinance RZ-2021-11-16-947 to amend B-1 zoning, increasing max square footage from 2,500 to 12,000 sf
• Public hearing and ordinance RZ-2021-11-16-948 to rezone 81 acres behind Foothills Subdivision (Parcel #09-8-27-0-001-002.000) from A-R to PRD
• Resolution 2021-11-16-949 to open an account with Cadence Bank
• Resolution 2021-11-16-950 to assume responsibility for Park Springs Lane in Chelsea Park Subdivision 16th Sector
• Approval of City of Chelsea bills to be paid

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved a rezoning request for an 81-acre parcel owned by Laura Chesser behind the Foothills Subdivision, changing it from A-R to PRD. The council also amended B-1 zoning regulations to increase the maximum building square footage from 2,500 to 12,000 square feet. Both actions were approved by unanimous roll call votes after public hearings.

• Approved rezoning of 81 acres behind Foothills Subdivision from A-R to PRD (unanimous)
• Amended B-1 zoning regulations to increase max square footage from 2,500 to 12,000 sf (unanimous)
• Authorized opening a bank account with Cadence Bank (unanimous)
• Assumed responsibility for Park Springs Lane in Chelsea Park Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a resolution to purchase a software module, a motion to suspend rules for an ordinance, and a proposed ordinance to issue a general obligation bond. They will also approve minutes and pay bills.

• Resolution 2021-11-02-948 to authorize purchase of Delta Miscellaneous Receipting Software Module
• Motion to suspend rules for immediate consideration of proposed ordinance
• Ordinance 2021-11-02-946 to authorize issuance of General Obligation Warrant Bond Series 2021
• Approval of City of Chelsea bills to be paid
• Proclamation declaring November as National Home Care, Palliative and Hospice Month

The Chelsea City Council approved a resolution to purchase Delta Miscellaneous Receipting Software and an ordinance authorizing a General Obligation Warrant Bond Series 2021, both unanimously. The council also approved the agenda, prior minutes, a proclamation for National Home Care, Palliative and Hospice Month, and city bills. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 19, 2021 (unanimous)
• Received proclamation declaring November 2021 as National Home Care, Palliative and Hospice Month (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Delta Miscellaneous Receipting Software Module via Resolution 2021-11-02-948 (unanimous)
• Suspended rules for immediate consideration of ordinance (unanimous)
• Authorized issuance of General Obligation Warrant Bond Series 2021 via Ordinance 2021-11-02-946 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several zoning and development items, including an 81-acre rezone from A-R to PRD, a change to B-1 zoning regulations to allow up to 12,000 square feet of floor space, a preliminary plat for a 122-lot subdivision, a zoning verification, and a conditional use request. The meeting also includes approval of the previous minutes.

• Public hearing and consideration of Chesser Rezone (Case 2021-10-25-001RZ): 81 acres at end of Foothills Place from A-R to PRD
• Public hearing and consideration of B1 Modification (Case 2021-10-25-002): allow up to 12,000SF maximum floor space in B-1 zoning
• Pine Ridge Preliminary Plat (Case 2021-10-25-003PP): 34 acres on Highway 11, 122 lots by The Sproul Company of Alabama, Inc.
• Hardy Zoning Verification (Case 2021-10-25-004ZVA): 20 acres at 916 Shire Valley Farms, Columbiana, zoned A-R
• Hernandez Conditional Use (Case 2021-10-25-005CU): 1.73 acres at 9 Allen Drive, E-1 zoning, for parking heavy equipment for pool business

The Chelsea Planning Commission recommended rezoning an 81-acre property at the end of Foothills Trace from A-R to PRD, subject to a 25-foot setback and the city engineer's October 22, 2021 letter. It also approved increasing B-1 zoning maximum floor space to 12,000 square feet, continued the Pine Ridge preliminary plat to the next meeting, and approved a zoning verification for the Hardy property. The Hernandez conditional use request was not acted on because the applicant did not appear.

• Recommended rezoning of 81 acres at Foothills Trace from A-R to PRD (unanimous)
• Approved B-1 zoning change to allow up to 12,000 SF maximum floor space (unanimous)
• Continued Pine Ridge preliminary plat to November 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Hardy zoning verification adjusting setback from 55 to 25 feet (unanimous, Weygand recused)
• No action on Hernandez conditional use request due to applicant no-show

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes from the October 5th meetings, and routine business. This includes a resolution to declare a washing machine as surplus property and authorize its disposal, as well as approval of city bills to be paid. The meeting also includes a mayor's report and a community forum.

• Resolution 2021-10-19-946 to declare a washing machine as surplus property and authorize disposal
• Approval of City of Chelsea bills to be paid
• Approval of October 5th, 2021 Pre-Council and Regular Council Meeting Minutes

The Chelsea City Council approved a resolution awarding $8,725.97 in Nick Grant funds to Chelsea High School, declared a washing machine surplus for disposal, and approved the city's bills. All votes were unanimous. The council also proclaimed October 2021 as Dwarfism Awareness Month and October 21 as Wear Green Day.

• Approved $8,725.97 Nick Grant to Chelsea High School (unanimous)
• Declared washing machine surplus and authorized disposal (unanimous)
• Approved city bills for payment (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 5, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions for fire apparatus financing and Nick Grant Fund awards to local schools. The meeting also includes several proposed ordinances regarding property annexations.

• Resolution 2021-10-05-938: Authorizing financial agreements for a Fire Apparatus purchase
• Nick Grant Funds awards for Chelsea Middle, Chelsea High, Chelsea Park, Forest Oaks, and Mt Laurel Elementary Schools
• Annexation of +/-3.7 acres at 210 Country Manor Drive, Sterrett, AL
• Annexation of +/-.83 acres at 2228 Highway 336, Chelsea, AL
• Resolution 2021-10-05-939: Authorizing Ward Sellers for revenue and tax matters

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved resolutions authorizing the mayor to execute financial agreements for a new fire apparatus, authorizing Ward Sellers to handle revenue and tax matters, and awarding Nick Grant funds to five local schools totaling $76,738.16. The council also unanimously approved four annexation ordinances for properties owned by Janice Watkins and Nicholas and Ashlon New, and approved paying city bills except for a check to Don Armstrong.

• Approved Resolution 2021-10-05-938 authorizing mayor to execute financial agreements for fire apparatus purchase (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10-05-939 authorizing Ward Sellers to act on city's behalf for revenue and tax matters (unanimous)
• Approved Resolutions 2021-10-05-940 through 944 awarding Nick Grant funds to five schools totaling $76,738.16 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10-05-945 requesting Attorney General opinion on 30-day period provision (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance X-2021-10-05-942 annexing 3.7 acres at 210 Country Manor Drive, Sterrett (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance X-2021-10-05-943 annexing 3.7 acres at 210 Country Manor Drive, Sterrett (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance X-2021-10-05-944 annexing 0.83 acres at 2228 Highway 336, Chelsea (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance X-2021-10-05-945 annexing 0.83 acres at 2228 Highway 336, Chelsea (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission will consider a site plan for a proposed LaQuinta hotel at 44 Atchison Lane and a change to B-1 zoning regulations to increase the maximum floor space allowance to 12,000 square feet. The meeting also includes approval of the August 23, 2021 minutes.

• LaQuinta Site Plan/Overlay District Review (Case No. 2021-09-27-001SPR) for property at 44 Atchison Lane (Parcel #09-8-27-0-001-003.002)
• Consideration of B-1 zoning change to allow up to 12,000 SF maximum floor space
• Approval of August 23, 2021 Planning Commission minutes

The Chelsea Planning Commission unanimously approved the LaQuinta hotel site plan and overlay district review for 44 Atchison Lane, subject to the city engineer's September 24, 2021 letter. The commission also voted to proceed with a zoning regulation change for B-1 classification to allow up to 12,000 square feet of maximum floor space, scheduling a public hearing for October 25, 2021. Minutes from August 23, 2021 were approved as written.

• Approved LaQuinta hotel site plan and overlay district review (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 23, 2021 (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for B-1 zoning floor space change on October 25, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council will consider the 2021-2022 annual budget, a fee increase for assessment letter requests, a restaurant liquor license, and several annexation requests. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a proclamation for Family Week, and payment of city bills.

• Resolution 2021-09-21-935: Approve 2021-2022 Annual Budget
• Resolution 2021-09-21-936: Increase assessment letter request fee to $25.00
• Resolution 2021-09-21-937: Recommend approval of Restaurant Retail Liquor ABC license for Buffalo Wild Wings
• Ordinances X-2021-09-21-936 through -940: Annexations for properties on Forest Lakes Lane, Highway 336, and Country Manor Drive
• Ordinance 2021-09-21-941: Authorize right-of-way deeds for permanent easements to Shelby County

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved the 2021-2022 annual budget, increased the assessment letter fee to $25, recommended approval of a restaurant retail liquor license for Buffalo Wild Wings, and approved five annexation requests. The council also authorized right-of-way deeds for permanent easements to Shelby County and approved payment of city bills.

• Approved FY22 Annual Budget (unanimous)
• Increased assessment letter fee to $25 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Restaurant Retail Liquor ABC License for Southern Wings Fourteen, LLC dba Buffalo Wild Wings (unanimous)
• Approved annexation at 2467 Forest Lakes Lane, +/-0.11 acres (unanimous)
• Approved annexation at 2228 Highway 336, +/-0.83 acres (unanimous)
• Approved annexation at 210 Country Manor Drive, +/-3.7 acres (unanimous)
• Authorized right-of-way deeds for permanent easements to Shelby County (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a resolution to award Nick Grant Funds to ChMS, a proposed annexation ordinance for property off Bear Creek Road, and proclamations for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Constitution Week. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and payment of city bills.

• Proposed Resolution 2021-09-07-934 to award Nick Grant Funds to ChMS
• Proposed Ordinance X-2021-09-07-935 to approve annexation request by Highpointe 41, LLC for a 10 ft strip of +/- 241 acres off Bear Creek Road (Parcel #09 5 15 0 000 007.000 & 09 5 15 0 000 007.001)
• Proclamation declaring September 2021 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
• Proclamation declaring September 17-23, 2021 as Constitution Week
• Approval of City of Chelsea Bills to be paid

The Chelsea City Council approved the annexation of a 38-acre parcel off Bear Creek Road requested by Highpointe 41, LLC, via unanimous roll call vote. The council also approved the Nick Grant Fund award to ChMS, two proclamations, the amended agenda, prior meeting minutes, and payment of city bills. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved annexation of 38 acres off Bear Creek Road for Highpointe 41, LLC (unanimous)
• Awarded Nick Grant Fund to ChMS (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Constitution Week (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 17, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Commission will review preliminary and final plats for Chelsea Park and Chelsea Corners. The meeting also includes discussions on two rezoning requests involving residential and retail uses.

• Preliminary Plat for Chelsea Park 5th Sector Phase 1 (49 lots, +/- 12.01 acres)
• Final Plat for Chelsea Corners at 12219 Highway 47 (+/- 8.23 acres)
• Rezoning request for property behind the Foothills from A-R to PRD (+/- 81 acres)
• Continued rezoning request for property north of 4728 Highway 36 from E-1 to B-2

The Chelsea Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for Chelsea Park 5th Sector Phase 1 and the final plat for Chelsea Corners, both subject to the city engineer's recommendations. It also received a rezone request for an 81-acre property and scheduled a public hearing, while voting not to recommend a rezone for The Broadway Group's property.

• Approved Chelsea Park 5th Sector Phase 1 preliminary plat (49 lots, 12.01 acres) (unanimous)
• Approved Chelsea Corners final plat (2 lots, 8.23 acres) (unanimous)
• Received rezone request for 81 acres behind Foothills from A-R to PRD; public hearing set for Sept 27, 2021 (unanimous)
• Voted not to recommend rezone of 3.52 acres north of 4728 Highway 36 from E-1 to B-2 (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council approved three annexation requests for properties on Forest Lakes Road and Forest Lakes Lane, all by unanimous roll call votes. The council also approved the purchase of a utility golf cart, extended a moratorium on certain business licenses and building permits, and authorized participation in the ALM Economic Development Academy. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved annexation for Terry & Eloise Bailey property at 4076 Forest Lakes Road (unanimous)
• Approved annexation for Anthony Walker property at 2430 Forest Lakes Lane (unanimous)
• Approved annexation for Donna Coleman property at 4064 Forest Lakes Road (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2021 Icon LSV I20U utility golf cart (unanimous)
• Extended moratorium on certain business licenses and building permits (unanimous)
• Authorized city participation in ALM Economic Development Academy (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for about 15.5 acres at the end of River Birch Circle from Agricultural (A-R) to Single Family Estate (E-1). The council will also vote on resolutions to renew an audit contract, accept a bid for a water main project, and outsource payroll and HR functions. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and bills.

• Public hearing on rezoning RZ-2021-08-03-931 for property at River Birch Circle (15.5 acres, A-R to E-1)
• Resolution 2021-08-03-928 to renew audit services contract with HdL
• Resolution 2021-08-03-929 to accept low bid from Apel Machine & Supply for Highway 49 Water Main Project
• Resolution 2021-08-03-930 to outsource payroll and HR functions to a third party
• Certificate of Recognition to Zachary Beneke for Eagle Scout

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved a rezoning request by Brent Boudoin for property at the end of River Birch Circle, changing it from A-R (Agricultural) to E-1 (Single Family Estate District). The council also approved several resolutions, including a renewal contract for audit services with HdL, acceptance of a low bid from Apel Machine & Supply Company for the Highway 49 Water Main Project, and authorization to outsource payroll and HR functions. All votes were unanimous, with Councilmember Cody Sumners absent.

• Approved rezoning of 15.5 acres at River Birch Circle from A-R to E-1 (unanimous)
• Approved renewal contract for audit services with HdL (unanimous)
• Accepted low bid from Apel Machine & Supply Company for Highway 49 Water Main Project (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to outsource payroll and HR functions (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes from July 20, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission is meeting to consider two items: a final plat for Windstone Phase 9, a 22-lot subdivision on River Birch Trail, and a continuance request from The Broadway Group for a rezone of property on Highway 36. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 28th meeting.

• Windstone Phase 9 Final Plat (Case No. 2021-07-26-001FP): 22 lots on +/-15.88 acres, River Birch Trail, submitted by Rodney Davis (DavisBlack, LLC/Windstone Properties)
• The Broadway Group Rezone Continuance Request (Case No. 2021-06-28-001RZ): property north of 4728 Highway 36, +/-3.52 acres, from E-1 to B-2 for a small retail store
• Approval of June 28, 2021 Planning Commission minutes

The Chelsea Planning Commission approved the final plat for Windstone Phase 9, a 22-lot subdivision on River Birch Trail, subject to the city engineer's recommendation. The commission also granted a continuance for The Broadway Group's rezone request, moving it to the August 23rd meeting. Both decisions were unanimous.

• Approved Windstone Phase 9 final plat (22 lots, ~15.88 acres) subject to city engineer's letter (unanimous)
• Continued The Broadway Group rezone request (E-1 to B-2, ~3.52 acres) to August 23, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider several items, including four property annexation requests, the purchase of new fire equipment, and the appointment of a library board member. The annexations would bring properties on Forest Lakes Lane, Highway 438, Chelsea Farms Lane, and Highway 336 into the city limits. The council will also vote on paying city bills.

• Resolution 2021-07-20-927: appoint Library Board member
• Resolution 2021-07-20-928: purchase transport unit, power stretcher, stair chair for Chelsea Fire & Rescue
• Ordinance X-2021-07-20-927: annex .11 acres at 2451 Forest Lakes Lane, Sterrett (Jeanette Wells)
• Ordinance X-2021-07-20-928: annex 5 acres at 620 Highway 438, Wilsonville (Steve Slatton)
• Ordinance X-2021-07-20-929: annex 10.74 acres at 248 Chelsea Farms Lane, Chelsea (Lori Krauss)

The Chelsea City Council approved four annexation requests for properties in Sterrett, Wilsonville, and Chelsea, and approved the purchase of a transport unit, power stretcher, and stair chair for Chelsea Fire & Rescue. The council also appointed Mary Ann Moore to the Library Board and approved the city's bills. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda and minutes from July 6, 2021, as written.
• Appointed Mary Ann Moore as a Library Board member via Resolution 2021-07-20-927.
• Approved purchase of transport unit, power stretcher, and stair chair for Chelsea Fire & Rescue via Resolution 2021-07-20-928.
• Approved annexation of Jeanette Wells' property (Parcel #09 5 15 0 001 039.000) at 2451 Forest Lakes Lane, Sterrett, AL (0.11 acres) via Ordinance X-2021-07-20-927.
• Approved annexation of Steve Slatton's property (Parcel #16 3 05 0 000 009.006) at 620 Highway 438, Wilsonville, AL (5 acres) via Ordinance X-2021-07-20-928.
• Approved annexation of Lori Krauss' property (Parcel #15 8 27 0 000 001.008) at 248 Chelsea Farms Lane, Chelsea, AL (10.74 acres) via Ordinance X-2021-07-20-929.
• Approved annexation of Frank & Margaret Gray's property (Parcel #14 6 14 0 000 007.000) at 2209 Highway 336, Chelsea, AL (2.06 acres) via Ordinance X-2021-07-20-930.
• Approved payment of city bills.

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including declaring city property surplus, recommending an off-premises beer and wine license for RaceTrac, renewing a Rivertree Systems contract, and paving Rich Drive. The council will also vote on an ordinance to annex a 4.9-acre property on Shady Branch Lane and approve city bills.

• Resolution 2021-07-06-923: declare city property surplus and authorize disposal
• Resolution 2021-07-06-924: recommend off-premises beer and wine ABC license for RaceTrac #2599
• Resolution 2021-07-06-925: authorize Mayor to execute Rivertree Systems renewal contract
• Resolution 2021-07-06-926: authorize paving of Rich Drive
• Ordinance X-2021-07-06-926: annex 4.9 acres at 239 Shady Branch Lane (Parcel #14 1 01 0 000 030.000)

The Chelsea City Council approved an annexation request for a 4.9-acre property at 239 Shady Branch Lane, along with several resolutions including surplus property disposal, an ABC license for RaceTrac, a RiverTree Systems contract renewal, and paving of Rich Drive. All votes were unanimous. Public comments raised concerns about possible annexation of Dunnavant Valley and Highland Lakes, but no action was taken on those.

• Approved annexation ordinance for Doris J. Rooks' 4.9-acre property at 239 Shady Branch Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-07-06-923 declaring city property surplus and authorizing donation/disposal (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-07-06-924 recommending off-premises beer/wine ABC license for RaceTrac #2599 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-07-06-925 authorizing Mayor to execute RiverTree Systems renewal contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-07-06-926 authorizing paving of Rich Drive (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes from June 15, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two rezoning requests and a final plat approval. The Broadway Group seeks to rezone 3.52 acres on Highway 36 from E-1 to B-2 for a small retail store, and Brent Boudin requests rezoning 15.5 acres at River Birch Circle from A-R to E-1. The commission will also review a final plat for a 2-lot subdivision by Brian Mooney at Highway 11 and Old Highway 280.

• Public hearing: Broadway Group rezone (Case 2021-06-28-001RZ) - 3.52 acres north of 4728 Highway 36 from E-1 to B-2 for retail store
• Public hearing: Boudin rezone (Case 2021-06-28-002RZ) - 15.5 acres at end of River Birch Circle from A-R to E-1
• Mooney final plat (Case 2021-06-28-003FP) - 2 lots, 8.05 acres at Highway 11 & Old Highway 280
• Approval of May 24, 2021 minutes

The Chelsea Planning Commission met on May 24, 2021, and approved the minutes from the April 26, 2021 meeting. The only substantive decision was approval of the Highlands Phase 1 Sector 3 Final Plat, subject to the City Engineer's recommendation letter dated May 20, 2021. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved April 26, 2021 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Highlands Phase 1 Sector 3 Final Plat, 6 lots on +/- 8 acres, subject to City Engineer's recommendation (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including authorizing a feasibility study by Criterion K-12 Consulting and an assessment of Chelsea High School by Goodwyn, Mills, & Caywood. They will also vote on declaring city property as surplus and approving bills to be paid. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes and a community forum.

• Resolution 2021-06-15-920: authorize Criterion K-12 Consulting, LLC to conduct a feasibility study
• Resolution 2021-06-15-921: engage Goodwyn, Mills, & Caywood, LLC to assess Chelsea High School and potential capital improvements
• Resolution 2021-06-15-922: declare city property as surplus and authorize disposal
• Approval of City of Chelsea bills to be paid

The Chelsea City Council voted 5-1 to authorize a feasibility study for a city school system and a facilities assessment of Chelsea High School, with Councilmember Sumners dissenting. The council also declared surplus property for disposal and approved paying city bills. Residents voiced opposition to the school system during the community forum.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized feasibility study for city school system (5-1, Sumners no)
• Authorized facilities assessment of Chelsea High School (5-1, Sumners no)
• Declared city property surplus and authorized disposal (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including accepting a charitable gift and making appointments to the Personnel Board. They will also approve minutes from the May 18th meetings, pay city bills, and hold a community forum.

• Resolution 2021-06-01-914 to accept a charitable gift
• Resolution 2021-06-01-915 to appoint a Personnel Board Member
• Resolution 2021-06-01-916 to appoint a Personnel Board Member
• Resolution 2021-06-01-917 to appoint a Personnel Board Member
• Resolution 2021-06-01-918 to appoint an alternate Personnel Board Member

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved an amended agenda, minutes from May 18, a resolution accepting a charitable gift of property, and resolutions appointing three members and two alternates to the Personnel Board. Bills were approved for payment. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 18, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted charitable gift of property via Resolution 2021-06-01-914 (unanimous)
• Appointed 3 members and 2 alternates to Personnel Board via Resolutions 2021-06-01-915 through 919 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission is meeting to approve the April minutes and consider one business item: a final plat for The Highlands Phase 1 Sector 3, submitted by David Brogdon (Tall Timbers). The plat covers 6 lots on about 8 acres at the end of Oakridge Parkway. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Final plat for The Highlands Phase 1 Sector 3 (Case No. 2021-05-24-001FP), 6 lots, +/- 8 acres, end of Oakridge Parkway
• Approval of April 26, 2021 Planning Commission minutes

The Chelsea Planning Commission approved the final plat for The Highlands Phase 1 Sector 3, a 6-lot subdivision on about 8 acres at the end of Oakridge Parkway, subject to the City Engineer's recommendation. The commission also unanimously approved the April 26, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved The Highlands Phase 1 Sector 3 final plat (Case No. 2021-05-24-001FP), subject to City Engineer's recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved April 26, 2021 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider two resolutions: one approving an economic development incentive for Cat-N-Bird Winery, LLC, and another accepting a low bid from Specialty Turf Supply, Inc. for the Chelsea Sports Complex II - Ballfields Project. They will also approve minutes, pay bills, and hold a community forum.

• Public hearing and resolution for economic development incentive for Cat-N-Bird Winery, LLC
• Resolution to accept low bid from Specialty Turf Supply, Inc. for Chelsea Sports Complex II - Ballfields Project
• Approval of City of Chelsea bills to be paid
• Presentation of plaques to city founders
• Approval of May 4th meeting minutes

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved an economic development incentive (EBIP) for Cat-N-Bird Winery, LLC, after a public hearing with no opposition. The council also rejected the sole bid for the Chelsea Sports Complex II ballfields project and authorized the mayor to negotiate the price. Bills were approved for payment, and updates were given on library and Splashpad programs.

• Approved economic development incentive for Cat-N-Bird Winery, LLC (unanimous)
• Rejected single bid from Specialty Turf Supply, Inc. for Chelsea Sports Complex II ballfields project (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to negotiate price for ballfields project (unanimous)
• Approved City of Chelsea bills to be paid (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council will vote on two resolutions: one to authorize buying Delta Software and another supporting the 2021 'Back to School' Sales Tax Weekend. They will also consider two ordinances to annex 117.38 acres off Girl Scout Road, submitted by Eddleman Residential, LLC, and approve paying city bills.

• Resolution 2021-05-04-909: authorize Delta Software purchase
• Resolution 2021-05-04-910: support 'Back to School' Sales Tax Weekend
• Ordinance X-2021-05-04-924: annex 117.38 acres off Girl Scout Road
• Ordinance X-2021-05-04-925: annex 117.38 acres off Girl Scout Road
• Approval of City of Chelsea bills

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved an annexation request from Eddleman Residential, LLC for 117.38 acres off Girl Scout Road. The council also approved paying city bills. Updates were given on the library's summer reading program and community center activities, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved annexation of 117.38 acres off Girl Scout Road (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission is meeting to consider several development items, including final plats for the Chelsea Business Park and Chelsea Park sectors, site plans for Arby's and Buffalo Wild Wings restaurants, and an amended master plan for Chelsea Park. These are decisions or discussions that will shape future commercial and residential development in the city.

• Chelsea Business Park Final Plat (10.8 acres, end of Foothills Place)
• Arby's Site Plan/Overlay District Review (160 Atchison Parkway, 0.759 acres)
• Buffalo Wild Wings Site Plan/Overlay District Review (160 Atchison Parkway, 1.187 acres)
• Chelsea Park Amended Master Plan (approx. 1,361 acres)
• Chelsea Park 18 Sector Preliminary Plat (16.69 acres, 43 lots) and 19th & 20th Sectors Final Plat (25.25 acres, 31 lots)

The Chelsea Planning Commission unanimously approved all seven items on the agenda, including the Chelsea Business Park final plat, site plans for Arby's and Buffalo Wild Wings restaurants, an amended master plan for Chelsea Park, a preliminary plat for Chelsea Park Sector 18, and final plats for Chelsea Park Sectors 19 and 20. All approvals were subject to conditions from the City Engineer's recommendation letters and specific stipulations for each project.

• Approved Chelsea Business Park Final Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Arby's site plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Buffalo Wild Wings site plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Chelsea Park Amended Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Chelsea Park Sector 18 Preliminary Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Chelsea Park Sectors 19 & 20 Final Plat (unanimous)
• Approved March 22, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing an increased line of credit at Renasant Bank, additional Docuware training, and the purchase of Delta Software for business license and tax administration. The council will also vote on nine annexation requests for properties in and around Chelsea, including parcels on Country Manor Drive, Highway 438, and Girl Scout Road. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a proclamation for National Animal Therapy Day, and payment of city bills.

• Resolution 2021-04-20-905: increase line of credit at Renasant Bank
• Resolution 2021-04-20-906: additional Docuware training
• Resolution 2021-04-20-907: purchase Delta Software for business license and tax administration
• Annexation of 4.5 acres at 310 Country Manor Drive (Wooley)
• Annexation of 8.85 acres at 321 Highway 438 and 3.01 acres at 301 Highway 438 (Pate)

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved several resolutions and ordinances, including increasing the line of credit at Renasant Bank, purchasing Delta Software for business license and tax administration, and approving holiday lighting. The council also approved multiple annexation requests for properties in Sterrett, Wilsonville, and off Girl Scout Road, as well as a fire service charge for non-contracted services outside city limits and an updated mitigation schedule for Chelsea Fire & Rescue.

• Approved line of credit increase at Renasant Bank (unanimous)
• Approved additional Docuware training (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Delta Software for business license and tax administration (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of holiday lighting (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 4.5 acres at 310 Country Manor Drive, Sterrett (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 8.85 acres at 321 Highway 438, Wilsonville (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 49.37 acres off Girl Scout Road (unanimous)
• Approved fire service charge for non-contracted services outside city limits (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a rezoning for the Chelsea Business Park, a road and utility project bid, and annexations. They will also discuss a salary increase for the Parks & Recreation Director and a business license moratorium.

• Rezoning 10.8 acres at end of Foothills Place from A-R to B-2 for Chelsea Business Park
• Accept low bid from Powell Builders, Inc. for Chelsea Business Park Road & Utility Project
• Annexation of 4.5 acres at 310 Country Manor Drive, Sterrett (two ordinances)
• Resolution to increase Parks & Recreation Director salary
• Resolution to enact business license moratorium

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a rezoning of 10.8 acres for the Chelsea Business Park, two annexations for the Wooley property, one annexation for Highland Lakes Development, and a low bid from Powell Builders for the Business Park Road & Utility Project. The council also approved a salary increase for the Parks & Recreation Director, awarded Nick Grant funds to Forest Oaks Elementary School, authorized an agreement with Shelby County Water Services, and enacted a moratorium on mini warehouse and storage facility licenses.

• Approved rezoning of Chelsea Business Park property (10.8 acres) from A-R to B-2 (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of Wooley property at 310 Country Manor Drive (4.5 acres) (unanimous, two ordinances)
• Approved annexation of Highland Lakes Development property off Brasher Lane (~40 acres) (unanimous)
• Accepted low bid from Powell Builders for Chelsea Business Park Road & Utility Project (unanimous)
• Approved salary increase for Parks & Recreation Director (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,991.55 Nick Grant funds to Forest Oaks Elementary School (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to execute agreement with Shelby County Water Services (unanimous)
• Enacted moratorium on business licenses and building permits for mini warehouse/storage facilities (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission will consider two items: a conditional use request from St. Catherine's Episcopal Church for a 19-acre property at Highway 39 & King's Road, and a zoning verification request for a .69-acre property on Highway 36. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes.

• Conditional Use Review (Case No. 2021-03-22-001CU) for St. Catherine's Episcopal Church, 19 acres at Highway 39 & King's Road, zoned A-R
• Zoning Verification Approval (Case No. 2021-03-22-002ZVA) for Dwight Rice, .69 acres at 4566 Highway 36, zoned E-1
• Approval of February 22, 2021 Planning Commission Minutes

The Chelsea Planning Commission approved a one-year extension for the conditional temporary use of modular buildings at St. Catherine's Episcopal Church, with a status update required in July 2022. The commission also approved a zoning verification application for Dwight Rice to install a fence at 4566 Highway 36. Both approvals were unanimous, with Mark Lindsay abstaining on the church matter.

• Approved the February 22, 2021 Planning Commission minutes as written.
• Approved an extension for the conditional temporary use of modular buildings at St. Catherine's Episcopal Church (Case No. 2021-03-22-001CU), with a status update due in July 2022; Mark Lindsay abstained.
• Approved the zoning verification application for Dwight Rice (Case No. 2021-03-22-002ZVA) for property at 4566 Highway 36, Chelsea, Alabama.

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider several items, including two annexation requests, a septic system installation, and the purchase of a new fire department vehicle. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and bills, and a community forum.

• Resolution 2021-03-16-898: $7,585 quote from Squirrel's Septic Tank Service for French drain at softball field, plus ~$1,500 for gravel
• Resolution 2021-03-16-899: authorize purchase of 2021 Chevrolet Silverado for Chelsea Fire & Rescue
• Ordinance X-907-2021-03-16-907: annex 4.26 acres at 4875 Highway 69 (Turner property)
• Ordinance X-908-2021-03-16-908: annex 5.74 acres at 4875 Highway 69 (Turner property)
• Motion to suspend rules for immediate consideration of proposed ordinance

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved two annexation requests by Michael & Cheryl Turner for properties at 4875 Highway 69 (4.26 and 5.74 acres), accepted a $7,585 quote from Squirrel's Septic Tank Service for a French drain at the softball field (plus ~$1,500 for gravel), authorized purchase of a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado for Fire & Rescue, and approved paying city bills. The meeting was procedural with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously.
• Accepted Squirrel's Septic Tank Service quote ($7,585 + ~$1,500 gravel) for French drain at softball field.
• Authorized purchase of 2021 Chevrolet Silverado for Chelsea Fire & Rescue.
• Suspended rules to consider annexation ordinances immediately.
• Approved annexation of 4.26 acres at 4875 Highway 69 (Parcel 15 8 27 0 000 001.003).
• Approved annexation of 5.74 acres at 4875 Highway 69 (Parcel 15 5 22 0 000 004.042).
• Approved payment of City of Chelsea bills.
• Adjourned at 6:30 P.M.

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including sponsoring Chelsea High School's senior prom, accepting a furniture quote for the Splash Pad, awarding Nick Grant funds to multiple schools, and renewing a contract with Avenu Insights & Analytics. They will also consider an ordinance to annex a 1.72-acre property on Old Highway 280. The agenda includes proclamations for Arbor Week and National Safe Place Week, and approval of minutes and bills.

• Resolution 2021-03-02-886: sponsor and support Chelsea High School's senior prom
• Resolution 2021-03-02-887: accept quote from Leisure Creations for Splash Pad furniture
• Resolutions 2021-03-02-888 to 896: award Nick Grant funds to CHS, ChMS, FOES, MLES, CPES
• Resolution 2021-03-02-897: authorize renewal contract with Avenu Insights & Analytics, LLC
• Ordinance X-906-2021-03-02-906: annex 1.72 acres at 6415 Old Highway 280 (Parcel #:08 9 30 0 001 055.000)

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved all agenda items, including a resolution to sponsor Chelsea High School's senior prom, a quote for Splash Pad furniture, Nick Grant funds for local schools, a contract renewal with Avenu Insights & Analytics, and an annexation request for property on Old Highway 280. The council also approved the agenda, minutes, and city bills, and received proclamations for Arbor Week and National Safe Place Week.

• Approved agenda and minutes from February 16, 2021
• Received proclamations for Arbor Week/Day and National Safe Place Week
• Approved Resolution 2021-03-02-886: sponsorship of CHS senior prom
• Approved Resolution 2021-03-02-887: accepted Leisure Creations quote for Splash Pad furniture
• Approved Resolutions 2021-03-02-888 to -896: awarded Nick Grant funds to CHS, ChMS, FOES, MLES, and CPES
• Approved Resolution 2021-03-02-897: authorized Avenu Insights & Analytics contract renewal
• Approved Ordinance X-906-2021-03-02-906: annexation of 1.72 acres at 6415 Old Highway 280
• Approved payment of city bills

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request by the City of Chelsea for 10.8 acres at the end of Foothills Place from A-R to B-2. The commission will also review a final plat for Chelsea Park (Sector 17), a 14.55-acre subdivision on Chelsea Park Road and Crossbridge Road submitted by Forestar. The meeting includes approval of the January 25, 2021 minutes.

• Public hearing and rezone request (Case No. 2021-02-22-001RZ) for 10.8 acres at end of Foothills Place from A-R to B-2
• Chelsea Business Park Rezone (Case No. 2021-02-22-001RZ) - same property
• Chelsea Park (Sector 17) Final Plat (Case No. 2021-02-22-002FP) - 14.55 acres on Chelsea Park Road & Crossbridge Road
• Approval of January 25, 2021 minutes

The Chelsea Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a rezone for the 10.8-acre Foothills Business Park from A-R to B-2, including consideration for the Overlay District, to the City Council. The Commission also unanimously approved the final plat for Chelsea Park (Sector 17), contingent on city engineer approval of paving. The minutes from January 25, 2021, were approved as written.

• Approved January 25, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Foothills Business Park rezone from A-R to B-2 to City Council (unanimous)
• Recommended including Foothills Business Park in Overlay District (unanimous)
• Approved Chelsea Park (Sector 17) final plat, contingent on paving approval (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including appointing Joe Lee as Fire Chief for Chelsea Fire & Rescue, enrolling in the MIS Program, and awarding Nick Grant funds to five local schools. They will also approve the city's bills to be paid. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and a community forum.

• Resolution 2021-02-16-879 to appoint Joe Lee as Fire Chief
• Resolution 2021-02-16-880 to approve enrollment in the MIS Program
• Resolution 2021-02-16-881 to award Nick Grant funds to Chelsea Middle School
• Resolution 2021-02-16-882 to award Nick Grant funds to Chelsea Park Elementary School
• Approval of City of Chelsea Bills to be paid

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Joe Lee as Fire Chief for Chelsea Fire & Rescue, along with several other routine resolutions. The council also approved enrollment in the MIS Program, awarded Nick Grant funds to five local schools, and approved paying city bills. No items were denied or tabled.

• Appointed Joe Lee as Fire Chief for Chelsea Fire & Rescue (unanimous)
• Approved enrollment in the MIS Program (unanimous)
• Awarded Nick Grant funds to Chelsea Middle School (unanimous)
• Awarded Nick Grant funds to Chelsea Park Elementary School (unanimous)
• Awarded Nick Grant funds to Chelsea High School (unanimous)
• Awarded Nick Grant funds to Forest Oaks Elementary School (unanimous)
• Awarded Nick Grant funds to Mount Laurel Elementary School (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes from prior meetings, and a list of bills to be paid. They will also consider several resolutions, including reappointing members to the Planning Commission and Library Board, appointing a new Library Board member, and accepting a bid for the Atchison Parkway Road Improvement Project.

• Resolution 2021-02-02-875 to reappoint Bert Seitz to the Planning Commission
• Resolution 2021-02-02-876 to reappoint Margo Churchwell and Cindy Garmin to the Library Board
• Resolution 2021-02-02-877 to appoint Tom Holcombe to the Library Board
• Resolution 2021-02-02-878 to accept the lowest bid for the Atchison Parkway Road Improvement Project
• Approval of City of Chelsea bills to be paid

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved several appointments and the lowest bid for the Atchison Parkway Road Improvement Project. The council also approved the amended agenda, prior meeting minutes, and payment of city bills. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Jan 19 regular and Jan 18 & 25 special meetings (unanimous)
• Reappointed Bert Seitz to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Margo Churchwell and Cindy Garmin to Library Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Tom Holcombe to Library Board (unanimous)
• Accepted lowest bid by HN Donohoo for Atchison Parkway Road Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council held a special called meeting and unanimously approved a series of annexation requests. These included properties from The Westervelt Company (about 2,025 and 2,104 acres), High Times Real Estate Co., LLC (about 108 acres), and Michael & Candy Monroe (4.82 acres at 4511 Chelsea Road). All votes were unanimous with no opposition.

• Approved annexation ordinances X-2021-01-25-892, 894, 896, 898, 900, 902 & 904 for Westervelt Company and High Times Real Estate properties (unanimous)
• Approved annexation ordinances X-2021-01-25-893, 895, 897, 899, 901 & 903 for Westervelt Company properties (unanimous)
• Approved annexation ordinance X-2021-01-25-905 for Michael & Candy Monroe property at 4511 Chelsea Road (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chelsea Planning Commission unanimously approved the final plat for Chelsea Park Sector 8 Phase III, the preliminary plat for Chelsea Park 23'4 Sector Phase I, and a special exception for The Glorious Church at 168 Chesser Crane Road. All approvals were based on the city engineer's recommendation letters dated January 22, 2021. The meeting also included approval of the December 22, 2020 minutes.

• Approved final plat for Chelsea Park Sector 8 Phase III (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Chelsea Park 23'4 Sector Phase I (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for The Glorious Church at 168 Chesser Crane Road (unanimous)
• Approved December 22, 2020 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider three resolutions: authorizing a copier lease, committing to natural gas for city buildings in Chelsea Business Park, and agreeing not to interfere with airstrip operations if certain parcels annex into the city. They will also approve minutes and pay bills.

• Resolution 2021-01-19-872: authorize Mayor to execute copier machine lease agreement
• Resolution 2021-01-19-873: authorize Mayor to execute Spire agreement for natural gas as primary energy source for city-owned buildings in Chelsea Business Park
• Resolution 2021-01-19-874: agree not to interfere with airstrip operations if Parcels 15 7 36 0 000 002.013 and 15 7 36 0 000 002.009 annex into the city
• Approval of City of Chelsea bills to be paid

The Chelsea City Council approved three resolutions: authorizing a copier lease, committing to natural gas for a city-owned building, and agreeing not to interfere with airstrip operations after annexation. The council also approved paying city bills and the amended agenda and minutes. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved copier machine lease agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Spire natural gas agreement for Chelsea Business Park building (unanimous)
• Approved agreement not to interfere with airstrip operations post-annexation (unanimous)
• Approved payment of city bills (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 5, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a motion to suspend rules and vote on 39 proposed annexation ordinances. The annexations involve properties from multiple owners, including large tracts from The Westervelt Company, and smaller parcels from individuals and businesses. The agenda lists the proposed ordinances but does not include staff reports or public comment on the annexations.

• Annexation of 1,755.5 acres by The Westervelt Company (Ordinance X-2021-01-18-860)
• Annexation of 307 acres by The Westervelt Company (Ordinances X-2021-01-18-858/859)
• Annexation of 208 acres by Johnny Walker along Highway 49 (Ordinance X-2021-01-18-854)
• Annexation of 77.11 acres by Johnny Walker along Hughes Road (Ordinance X-2021-01-18-855)
• Annexation of 10ft strips for road connectivity (Ordinances X-2021-01-18-850, 851, 852, 853, 856, 857)

At a special called meeting on January 18, 2021, the Chelsea City Council unanimously approved 25 proposed ordinances annexing various properties into the city. All votes were unanimous with no opposition. The annexations include properties on Chelsea Ridge Trail, near Highway 49, and numerous parcels along Sumner Drive and Bream Cove Road in Columbiana.

• Approved annexation of 10ft x 10ft section at 3085 Chelsea Ridge Trail (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 10ft wide strip near Highway 49 (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 10ft wide strip for Gordon Timberlands LTD (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of +/- 41.04 acres at 1181 Sumner Drive (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of +/- 157.68 acres on Sumner Drive (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of +/- 79 acres for The Westervelt Company (unanimous, two ordinances)
• Approved annexation of 33 acres near Sumner Drive (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 1.5 acres at 1415 Sumner Drive (unanimous)

City Council

The Chelsea City Council is meeting to consider two proposed ordinances: one adopting a traffic safety ordinance and another declaring property as surplus and authorizing its sale. The council will also approve minutes, bills, and hear from the mayor and community.

• Proposed Ordinance 2021-01-05-848 to adopt traffic safety ordinance
• Motion to suspend rules for immediate consideration of proposed ordinance
• Proposed Ordinance 2021-01-05-849 declaring property as surplus and authorizing its sale
• Approval of City of Chelsea bills to be paid