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Chelsea public meetings in 2024

34 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 19, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning 114 acres on Highway 11 to planned residential

The Planning Commission will hear two rezone requests, two final plat approvals, and one preliminary plat. The largest item is a proposal by Reserve Chelsea, LLC to rezone approximately 114.5 acres on Highway 11 from Agricultural Residential to Planned Residential District.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission receives two rezone requests, sets hearings

The Chelsea Planning Commission held a special meeting and unanimously approved minutes from November 14, 2024. It received two rezone requests (Reserve Chelsea and Harvest Creek) and set public hearings for January 27, 2025. It also approved three plats (Pine Grove Estates, Four Mile Creek Highlands, and Progressive Properties) subject to the City Engineer's letter dated December 13, 2024.

Tue Dec 17, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on Fire Station #32 renovation bid and other business

The Chelsea City Council will consider resolutions to accept the lowest bid for the Fire Station #32 Renovation Project, renew a certificate of deposit with Renasant Bank, and accept the FY2023 municipal audit report. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Arbor Week and Arbor Day in February 2024, approval of minutes from the December 3rd meetings, and approval of bills to be paid.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Fire Station #32 renovation bid

The Chelsea City Council approved the lowest bid for the Fire Station #32 Renovation Project, accepted the FY2023 municipal audit, and authorized a CD renewal with Renasant Bank. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved the agenda, prior minutes, a proclamation for Arbor Week/Day, and city bills.

Tue Dec 3, 2024

City Council

City Council to vote on annexation requests and budget amendment

The Chelsea City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 3, 2024, to decide on proposed resolutions and ordinances, including reappointments to the Board of Zoning Adjustments (BZA), a budget amendment, and two annexation requests for property off Weaver Creek Road. The meeting will also include approval of bills and a community forum.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

City Council

Council to consider three annexations and extracurricular grants

The Chelsea City Council will vote on three proposed annexations, including one from Heritage Oaks Investments off Chelsea Road and two from Robert McLeroy off Weaver Creek Road. The council will also consider resolutions to award extracurricular grant monies to Chelsea Middle and High Schools, accept responsibility for streets in Windstone Subdivision Sectors 6 & 7, and approve city bills.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider 117-lot Pine Ri subdivision on Highway 11

The Chelsea Planning Commission will vote on final plats for two subdivisions and discuss a preliminary plat for a 117-lot development, along with an amended master plan and a resurvey. The most significant item is the Pine Ri Preliminary Plat, proposing 117 lots on 33 acres at 11880 Highway 11. The commission will also consider a final plat for Chelsea Acres (57 lots on Halifax Lane) and the Davis Family Subdivision (1 lot off Highway 69). A public hearing may be held for the Highlands Amend Master Plan across from the Highlands Subdivision.

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Tue Nov 5, 2024

City Council

Council to consider modifying line of credit from Renasant Bank

The Chelsea City Council will consider several resolutions, including a modification to the terms of a line of credit from Renasant Bank, adopting a capital asset policy, and awarding an education grant to Chelsea Middle School. They will also approve minutes, a proclamation for National Family Literacy Day, and payments. Community forum is also on the agenda.

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Mon Oct 28, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review master plan amendment and two property cases

The Planning Commission will consider a master plan amendment for the Highlands project and a resurvey for a property on Highway 39. The body will also review a preliminary plat for Pine Ridge. Members will discuss meeting dates for November and December.

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Tue Oct 15, 2024

City Council

Council to award annual road repair contract, adopt fire code

The Chelsea City Council will consider several resolutions including awarding the annual asphalt and road repair contract, accepting vehicle donations from Shelby County, and distributing education grants to local schools. They will also consider a proposed ordinance to update the fire code and approve proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.

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Tue Oct 1, 2024

City Council

Council to consider annexation of 3 acres on Glynn Hollow Circle

The Chelsea City Council will consider several proposed resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include a resolution to approve a retail beer/wine license for 51 Country Store, a resolution to accept a landscape improvement proposal from Goodwyn Mills Caywood for the intersection of Highway 280 & Highway 47, and an ordinance to annex approximately 3 acres at 346 Glynn Hollow Circle. The council will also vote on new policies for credit card use and employee withholding.

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Mon Sep 23, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider final plat for 54-lot Chelsea Park Phase 2A

The Chelsea Planning Commission will meet to decide on three items: final plats for Chelsea Park Phase 2A (54 lots) and River Birch (4 lots), and a conditional use request for Veteran's Village on Highway 36. The meeting also includes approval of the August 2024 minutes.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

City Council

Council considers rezoning 51 acres on Chelsea Road for single-family estates

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning request for property north/northeast of 4584 Chelsea Road. The body will also consider authorizing the Mayor to execute documents for the construction of two electric charging stations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 51-acre rezoning on Chelsea Road to estate district

The Chelsea City Council unanimously approved a rezoning request by Glenn Siddle (Heritage Pines, LLC) for about 51 acres near 4584 Chelsea Road, changing the zoning from A-R (Agricultural-Residential) to E-1 (Single Family Estate District). The council also authorized the mayor to execute documents for two electric vehicle charging stations with Wi-Fi at Melrose Park, funded by an Innovate Alabama Grant. A proclamation declaring Constitution Week was approved, and the council approved the minutes and payment of city bills.

Tue Sep 3, 2024

City Council

Council to adopt FY25 budget and consider annexation of 14-acre parcel

The Chelsea City Council will consider adopting the FY25 Annual Budget and approve the city holiday calendar. Also on the agenda is a proposed ordinance to annex a 14-acre property at 3199 Highway 39, along with resolutions to accept donations of property.

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Mon Aug 26, 2024

Planning Commission

Public hearing for Heritage Pines rezone from agricultural to single-family estate district

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request to rezone approximately 51 acres located north/northeast of 4584 Chelsea Road in Columbiana from A-R (Agricultural-Residential) to E-1 (Single Family Estate District). The property is owned by Heritage Pines, LLC. The commission will also consider approval of the July 22nd meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends Heritage Pines rezoning to E-1

The Chelsea Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended approval of the Heritage Pines rezoning request (Case No. 2024-08-26-001RZ) to the city council, subject to the city engineer's July 18, 2024 letter. The commission also unanimously recommended approval of the Heritage Pines final plat (Case No. 2024-08-26-002FP), subject to the same engineer's letter and council approval of the rezoning. No one spoke at the public hearing.

Tue Aug 20, 2024

City Council

Council to consider modifying $1.6M line of credit with Renasant Bank

The Chelsea City Council will vote on a resolution to modify the terms of a $1.6 million line of credit with Renasant Bank. Additional financial resolutions include closing and opening certificates of deposit to maximize interest rates. The council will also acknowledge two donations of property and approve the city's bills. A proclamation will declare September as Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month.

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Tue Aug 6, 2024

City Council

City Council to consider moratorium on certain business licenses and permits

The Chelsea City Council will vote on several proposed resolutions, including a moratorium on certain business licenses and permits, accepting bids for the Hwy 11 Sports Complex overflow parking and ERP software, renewing an audit contract, and approving a donation. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, bills, and a community forum.

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Mon Jul 22, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review two rezone requests and zoning regulation changes

The Chelsea Planning Commission will receive two requests to change the zoning of specific properties. The body will also consider changes to general zoning regulations.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission receives Heritage Pines rezone request, sets public hearing

The Chelsea Planning Commission voted unanimously to receive a rezone request from Heritage Pines, LLC for about 51 acres near 4584 Chelsea Road, changing from A-R to E-1, and set a public hearing for the next meeting. A separate rezone request by David Marshall for 401 Meadow Lake Lane was withdrawn by the owner, so no action was taken. The commission also discussed zoning code amendments regarding parking regulations but continued the discussion to August 26, 2024.

Tue Jul 16, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on changing form of government and awarding education grant

The Chelsea City Council will consider three proposed ordinances and resolutions at its July 16 regular meeting. Items include a resolution to award education grant funds to Chelsea High School, an ordinance to change the city's form of government, and an ordinance to amend salaries for elected officials. The council will also approve city bills to be paid and hear a mayor's report.

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Tue Jul 2, 2024

City Council

Chelsea City Council considers changing government form and official salaries

The Chelsea City Council will consider two ordinances during this meeting. These include a proposal to change the city's form of government and an amendment to elected officials' salaries. The council will also approve city bills for payment.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024

City Council

Chelsea City Council considers rezoning and changes to the form of government

The Chelsea City Council will consider a rezoning request for 3.81 acres on Page Creek Road. The council also has first readings for ordinances regarding the city's form of government and elected official salaries. Other items include resolutions for certificates of deposit and security cameras at Chelsea Middle School.

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Tue Jun 4, 2024

City Council

Chelsea City Council to discuss sports complex parking and bank account changes

The Chelsea City Council will consider resolutions regarding the Highway 11 Sports Complex overflow parking area project and the closing of Cadence Bank accounts. The council will also review minutes from the May 21, 2024 meeting and approve city bills.

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Wed May 22, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on Archer Farm rezone request

The Chelsea Planning Commission will consider a rezone request for the Archer Farm property and review site plans and final plats for several locations. The commission will also review zoning code revisions and amendments.

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Tue May 21, 2024

City Council

Chelsea City Council considers accepting streets in Chelsea Park

The City Council will meet to vote on several proposed resolutions, including the acceptance of public streets and a liquor license. The body will also review city bills for payment.

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Tue May 7, 2024

City Council

Chelsea City Council to consider education grant for Chelsea Middle School

The City Council will meet to discuss awarding education grant funds and adopting a new purchase order policy. The body will also review city bills for payment.

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Mon Apr 22, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews Waffle House site plan and Archer Farm rezone

The Chelsea Planning Commission will review a site plan for a Waffle House and a rezoning request for a property on Page Creek Road. The body will also consider the approval of the March 21st, 2024 meeting minutes.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024

City Council

City Council to consider rezoning 33 acres on Highway 280

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a rezoning request for property at 15205 Highway 280. The body will also consider the reappointment of a Library Board member and the approval of city bills.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to vote was made by Cody Sumners and seconded by Casey Morris. A roll call was taken
1 yea
Picklesimer yea
Tue Apr 2, 2024

City Council

City Council considers education grants and park improvements

The City Council will discuss awarding education grants to two local schools and approving quotes for city improvements. The body will also review bills for payment.

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Tue Mar 19, 2024

City Council

City Council considers grants for local schools and a construction agreement

The City Council is meeting to discuss the authorization of a construction agreement for Project #: TAPAA-TA24(924). The body is also considering the award of education and extracurricular grant funds to four local schools. Additionally, the council will review city bills for payment.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

City Council

Council considers rezoning 27.7 acres on Old Highway 280

The Chelsea City Council will hold a regular meeting to vote on a rezoning request and the appointment of a Code Enforcement Officer. The body will also consider appointing voting delegates for the ALM Annual Convention.

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Mon Feb 26, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Galamore Final Plat for Highway 39 property

The Planning Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and review a plat request. The primary item is a proposal to divide a parcel of land into three lots.

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Tue Feb 20, 2024

City Council

City Council to consider two rezoning requests and one annexation

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two rezoning requests for properties on Highway 280 and Old Highway 280. The body will also consider an annexation request for property on Tara Drive and the appointment of a Code Enforcement Officer.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024

City Council

Chelsea City Council creates Finance Director position

The City Council is meeting to establish a new full-time Finance Director position and approve a tax refund settlement. The body is also considering an annexation request and the declaration of surplus property.

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Mon Jan 22, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review three rezone and site plan requests

The Chelsea Planning Commission will consider two resubmitted rezoning requests and one site plan review. These items involve changes to land use designations and the construction of a storage building.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the rezone request and set a public hearing at the February 20*, 2024 city council meeting , subject to the city engineer's recommendation letter dated January 18", 2024, was made…
5 yea
Tony Picklesimer yea · Cole Williams yea · Tyler Hendon yea · Bert Seitz yea · and yea
Thu Jan 18, 2024

City Council

Council considers rezoning for Union Community Church and annexation of Essex Drive

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for property at Highway 51 and Highway 32. Members will also consider an annexation request for a property on Essex Drive and agreements with Shelby County for EMS and bridge replacement.

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Tue Jan 2, 2024

City Council

Chelsea City Council to consider Stanley Dr. roadway improvements

The City Council will meet to vote on several proposed resolutions, including infrastructure improvements and service agreements. The body will also review city bills for payment.

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