Foley, AL
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FoleyAL averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$260,100 Typical home value $307,017 -2% yr/yr · +22.6% 5-yr
Municipal budget
Total revenue$275.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$183.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$62.9M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$53.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$8,309 (FY2023)
Development activity
2025352 housing units ($106.0M)
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Council to consider moratorium on data centers and crypto mining
The Foley City Council is meeting for a work session and regular meeting. Key items include a first reading of an ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities, as well as ordinances on gym fees and speed limits. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a contribution to a scholarship fund, a municipal complex master plan, and a real property purchase.
- First reading: temporary moratorium on data centers, bitcoin/crypto mining, server farms
- Ordinance establishing fees and policies for the Foley Activity Center gymnasium
- Ordinance amending speed limits in Bay Forest Estates and Wolf Bay Point Subdivision
- Resolution authorizing $10,000 contribution to Blankenship Scholars Program at University of South Alabama
- Resolution approving purchase of real property on East Rose Avenue
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Council Chambers
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City Council
City of Foley, AL
Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers
4:00 PM
Monday, August 17, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0339
Public Hearing to Declare Weeds and Accumulation of Junk, Trash, and
Litter to be a Public Nuisance and Ordering its Abatement at 407 Cedar
Court.
Proclamation
26-0443
Proclamation: Honoring Commissioner Chris Blankenship
Honoring Commissioner Chris Blankenship
Attachments:
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0427
Departmental Reports
P&Z - July Report (1)
July Stats-PD (1)
Tax Report and Permit-Plan Review August 2026
FD July 26 8-26
Building Dept July 26 Monthly Report
HR Applicant Report July 2026
Attachments:
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August 17, 2026
City Council
Meeting Agenda - Final
26-0444
Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of August 3, 2026
08-03-2026 Work Session Council Meeting Minutes - Draft
Attachments:
26-0454
Report of July, 2026, Approved and Paid Bills for the Record
2026-07 Approved & Paid Bills.Expense Approval Report
Attachments:
Ordinances
26-0439
(First Reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FOLEY, ALABAMA, IMPOSING A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON THE
ACCEPTANCE, PROCESSING, APPROVAL, AND CONSIDERATION OF
APPLICATIONS FOR DATA CENTERS, BITCOIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY
MINING FACILITIES, SERVER FARMS, AND SIMILAR,
TECHNICALLY- …
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Foley Council considers rezoning and land amendments for Magnolia Walk East
The City Council will consider ordinances to amend the Magnolia Walk East Planned Development District and rezone property owned by SCP/BPG Magnolia Holdings, L.L.C. Other business includes discussions on street closures, pay classification changes, and public nuisance hearings.
- Ordinance to remove approximately 23.56 acres from the Magnolia Walk East Planned Development District
- Rezoning of SCP/BPG Magnolia Holdings, L.L.C. property from PDD to B-1A (Extended Business District)
- Ordinance establishing fees and policies for the Foley Activity Center gymnasium
- Ordinance amending speed limits and traffic controls in Bay Forest Estates and Wolf Bay Point Subdivision
- Resolution to purchase two EV Chevrolet Blazers for the Police Department
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✓ Decided: Council approves Magnolia Walk rezoning and PDD amendment
The Foley City Council held public hearings and unanimously approved ordinances to amend the Magnolia Walk East Planned Development District and rezone the property from PDD to B-1A. The council also approved numerous resolutions, including establishing fees for the Foley Activity Center gymnasium, amending speed limits in Bay Forest Estates and Wolf Bay Point, and restructuring library positions. Several items were approved on first reading, and one resolution was removed from the agenda.
- Approved ordinance amending Magnolia Walk East PDD, removing 23.56 acres (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning Magnolia Walk property from PDD to B-1A (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance establishing gymnasium fees and policies at Foley Activity Center (unanimous, first reading)
- Approved ordinance amending speed limits in Bay Forest Estates and Wolf Bay Point (majority, Burkle abstained)
- Approved resolution restructuring positions at Foley Community Library (unanimous)
- Approved resolution for Tacos and Tequila Festival at Heritage Park with alcohol variance (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to rescind Resolution 26-1178 and purchase 2 EV Chevrolet Blazers (unanimous)
- Removed resolution 26-0422 regarding junk abatement at 616 W Magnolia Avenue (unanimous)
Council Chambers
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City Council
City of Foley, AL
Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, August 3, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0372 A Public Hearing to Consider an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No.
387-87 to Amend the Magnolia Walk East Planned Development District,
Owned by SCP/BPG Magnolia Holdings, L.L.C., by Removing Approximately
23.56 Acres
26-0373 A Public Hearing to Consider an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No.
387-87 Rezoning Property Owned By SCP/BPG Magnolia Holdings L.L.C.
From PDD (Planned Development District) To B-1A (Extended Business
District)
Proclamation
26-0340 Proclamation: National Health Center Week
National Health Center WeekAttachments:
26-0363 Proclamation: Glowing Green for 811 Week
Glowing Green for 811 WeekAttachments:
26-0401 Proclamation: Constitution Week
Constitution WeekAttachments:
Presentation
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August 3, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
26-0424 EPIC South Baldwin Student Entrepreneurship Program - presented by
Tara McMeans and Allison Niemisto
Epic Student Poster 2026Attachments:
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0404 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of July 20, 2026
07-20-2026 Work Session Council Meeting Minutes - DraftAttachments:
Ordinances
26-0402 (First Reading) An Ordinance Establishing Fees and Policies for the …
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Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
4:00 PM
Council Chambers
Monday, August 3, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
President Trawick called the meeting to order at 4:00pm.
Roll Call
All Council Members were present. Also Present: Mayor Ralph G. Hellmich,
City Administrator Mike Thompson, City Clerk Christi Watkins, Stephanie
Richardson, Thomas Jenkins, Leslie Gahagan, Mike Chavers, Allison Niemisto,
Edwin Williams, Lauren Williams, Haley Joiner, Jane Tyler, Cindy Brothers,
Tim Lipe, Jeff Lee, Jamie Smith, Angela Sherman, Lily Jackson, Sherri
Bonnes, Alexa Lipe, Tootsie Allen, Cindy Hollis, Missty Gray, Morgan Vecsey,
Curt Langford, Andrew Prescott, Brenda W. Shambo, Guy Busby, Juli Eberly,
Jonathan Cottis, Rachel Keith, Everett Johnson, Jackie McGonigal, James
Wallace, Terica Scott, Zan Blue, Tara McMeans, Linda Gatewood, Nathan
Smith, Lisa Yeater, Mike Yeater, Emily Brock, Beth Taylor, Kriste Riviera,
Thurston Bullock, Kevin Carnley, Buford King, Taylor Foster, Raven Roberts,
Taylor Davis, Frank Shepard, Shawn Mitchell, Cian Harrison, David Thompson,
Robin Riggins, Andrea Morrison, Lindsey Hart, Traci Gunniss, Lynn Hodges,
Katherine Reeves, and Suzanne Kellams.
Tim Lower,Roderick Burkle,Larry Engel,Wayne Trawick and Charles Ebert
III
Present:
5 -
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0372
A Public Hearing to Consider an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No.
387-87 to Amend t …
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
City Council to hear nuisance complaints and approve airport and road projects
The City Council will hold public hearings on property nuisances at two addresses and consider resolutions to approve airport drainage and pedestrian safety grants, as well as street department projects.
- Public hearings on weeds and junk at 407 W Fig Avenue and 219 W Palm Avenue
- Resolution to accept FAA and ALDOT grants for Foley Municipal Airport drainage
- Resolution to award contract for Airfield Drainage Improvements to RH Deas Co, LLC
- Resolution to approve pedestrian safety improvements along Highway 98
- Resolution to appropriate funding for East/West Corridor of Wilson/Equestrian Park Rd
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✓ Decided: Foley Council exercises repurchase option for workforce housing property
The City Council approved the repurchase of undeveloped property from IRH Foley, LLC due to a failure to begin development. The council also approved several airport grants, a $249,971 airfield drainage contract, and road resurfacing bids.
- Approved repurchase of undeveloped property in Zones 2, 3, and 4 from IRH Foley, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved $249,971 bid from RH Deas Co, LLC for airfield drainage improvements (unanimous)
- Accepted FAA grant of $287,010 and ALDOT grant of $7,553 for airport drainage (unanimous)
- Approved $1.19M estimated budget to solicit bids for FY26 annual road resurfacing (unanimous)
- Approved $140,000 in additional funding for Highway 98 pedestrian improvements (unanimous)
- Approved ABC License for Xian Noodle Place at 1141 S. McKenzie Street (unanimous)
- Approved sale of certain city-owned property (majority vote)
- Approved $24,551 maintenance plan contract with FARO Technologies (unanimous)
Council Chambers
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City Council
City of Foley, AL
Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, July 20, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0337 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds and Accumulation of Junk to be a Public
Nuisance and Ordering its Abatement at 407 W Fig Avenue
26-0338 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds, Trash, and Stagnant Water to be a Public
Nuisance and Ordering its Abatement at 219 W Palm Avenue
Presentation
26-0352 Revitalization and Beautification Awards Presentation
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0357 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2026
07-06-2026 Work Session Council Meeting Minutes - DraftAttachments:
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July 20, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
26-0370 Departmental Reports
P&Z June26
Tax Report and Permit-Plan Review July 2026
PD June stats 2026
June 26 Building Department Monthly Report
FD Report June 26
June 2026 HR Applicant Report
Attachments:
26-0384 Report of June, 2026, Approved and Paid Bills for the Record
2026-06 Approved & Paid Bills.Expense Approval ReportAttachments:
Ordinances
Resolutions and Other Business
26-0379 ABC License: 020 - Restaurant Retail Liquor for Xian Noodle Place 3 Inc,
applicant operating under the trade name Xian Noodle Place, located at
1141 S. McKenzie Street, Foley, Alabama 36535.
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City of Foley, AL
Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
4:00 PM
Council Chambers
Monday, July 20, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
President Trawick called the meeting to order at 4:00pm.
Roll Call
All Council Members were present. Also present: Mayor Ralph G. Hellmich, City
Administrator Mike Thompson, City Clerk Christi Watkins, Stephanie
Richardson, Taylor Davis, Kevin Carnley, Mike Chavers, David Thompson,
Brenda Shambo, Deborah Mixon, Guy Busby, Camille Mosher, Tracy Hubbard,
Sandy Cazabat, Brian Alexander, Jeff Lee, Rob Johansen, Taura Johansen,
Julie Bentley, Pat Gregory, Jackie McGonigal, Renetta McGowin, Jonathan
Cottis, Kate Norris, Rachel Keith, Logan Eberly, Darrell Russell, Chloe Salinas,
Chris Weeks, Frances Holk-Jones, Nathan Smith, Jamie Smith, Suzanne
Kellams, Stacy Tittle, Wayne Dyess, Thurston Bullock, Joey Darby, Lindsey
Hart, Raven Roberts, and Shawn Mitchell.
Tim Lower,Roderick Burkle,Larry Engel,Wayne Trawick and Charles Ebert
III
Present:
5 -
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0337
Public Hearing to Declare Weeds and Accumulation of Junk to be a
Public Nuisance and Ordering its Abatement at 407 W Fig Avenue
President Trawick opened the Public Hearing at 4:01pm. He asked for
comments from the public. Hearing no comments, he closed the Public
Hearing.
26-0338
Public Hearing to Declare Weeds, Trash, and Stagnant Water to be a
Public Nuisance and Ordering its Abatem …
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Council reviews commercial rezonings and a $250K streetscape contract
The Foley City Council will hold public hearings on multiple commercial rezoning requests, including properties owned by Harold Motter, Vulcan Inc., and the Magnolia Walk development. The council will also vote on second readings for zoning, building code, and traffic ordinance updates, alongside resolutions for new city contracts, grant applications, and a policy on HOA streetlight costs. Several public nuisance abatement hearings will address junk and debris at specific residential addresses.
- Rezoning Motter and Vulcan properties to B-3 Local Business
- Rezoning Magnolia Walk East Planned Development District to B-1A Extended Business District
- Approving JADE Consulting’s $250,450 contract for the West Orange Avenue streetscape project
- Second readings on zoning signage amendments, building code updates, and Irwin Street speed limits
- Resolutions for ALEA Homeland Security and Pre-Disaster Mitigation grant applications
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✓ Decided: Foley Council approves rezoning, street projects, and new employee clinic services
The Foley City Council held a work session and regular meeting on July 6, 2026, approving a wide range of items. Key actions included adopting ordinances to rezone properties owned by Harold Motter and Vulcan Inc. to B-3 Local Business, approving first readings for rezoning 23.56 acres of Magnolia Walk East from PDD to B-1A, and adopting an ordinance amending the city's zoning ordinance regarding signage. The Council also approved resolutions to terminate the agreement with Symbol Health Solutions and authorize Baldwin Health to provide employee clinic services, as well as several public nuisance abatement resolutions. All votes were unanimous, with Council President Wayne Trawick absent.
- Adopted ordinance rezoning Harold Motter property from R-1A to B-3 (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance rezoning Vulcan Inc. property from M-1 to B-3 (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of ordinance removing 23.56 acres from Magnolia Walk East PDD (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of ordinance rezoning SCP/BPG Magnolia Holdings property from PDD to B-1A (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance amending city zoning ordinance regarding signage (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution terminating agreement with Symbol Health Solutions effective Sept 30, 2026 (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution authorizing Baldwin Health to provide employee clinic services starting Oct 1, 2026 (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution approving JADE Consulting's services for West Orange Avenue Streetscape Project (unanimous)
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City Council
City of Foley, AL
Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, July 6, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0275 Public Hearing To Consider An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 387-87
Rezoning Property Owned By Harold Motter From R-1A - Residential Single
Family To B-3 - Local Business
26-0276 Public Hearing To Consider An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 387-87
Rezoning Property Owned By Vulcan Inc. From M-1 - Light Industrial To
B-3 - Local Business
26-0277 Public Hearing To Consider An Ordinance Amending The City Of Foley
Zoning Ordinance
26-0299 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds and Accumulation of Debris, Junk, and
Litter to be a Public Nuisance and Ordering its Abatement at 406 E Myrtle
Avenue.
26-0300 Public Hearing Declaring the Accumulation of Junk, Trash, and Litter to be a
Public Nuisance and Deeming a Burned Dwelling Unsafe Therefore
Ordering its Abatement at 3915 Linton Lane.
Linton Lane Owner RequestAttachments:
26-0301 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds and Accumulation of Junk, Trash, and
Litter to be a Public Nuisance and Ordering its Abatement at 618 E Azalea
Avenue.
26-0303 Public Hearing Declaring the Accumulation of Junk, Trash, and Litter to be a
Public Nuisance and Ordering its Abatement at 635 E Gate Circle
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Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
4:00 PM
Council Chambers
Monday, July 6, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Council President Pro Tempore Charles Ebert, III, called the meeting to order
at 4:00pm.
Roll Call
All Council Members were present with the exception of Council President
Wayne Trawick. Also present: Mayor Ralph G. Hellmich, City Administrator
Mike Thompson, City Clerk Christi Watkins, Stephanie Richardson, Leslie
Gahagan, Taylor Davis, Jonathan Cottis, Sam Jones, Sara Filley, Jason
Kudulis, Gary Wenzel, David Thompson, Keith Jackson, Christopher Dismuke,
Logan Eberly, Kate Ray, Suzanne Kellams, Taylor Foster, Guy Busby, Katie
Spratlin, Jeff Lee, John Bednarczyk, Angela Sherman, Jackie McGonigal,
Kathy Sherman, Missty Org, Rachel Keith, Cynthia Abbott, Glenn Abbott, Jamie
Smith, Darrelyn Dunmore, Nathan Smith, Joey Darby, Kevin Carnley, Wayne
Dyess, Cian Harrison, Frank Shepard, Lindsey Hart, Bob Fennell, Raven
Roberts, Brandon Mothershed, Erik Morris, and Shawn Mitchell.
Tim Lower,Roderick Burkle,Larry Engel and Charles Ebert III
Present:
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Wayne Trawick
Absent:
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Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0275
Public Hearing To Consider An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No.
387-87 Rezoning Property Owned By Harold Motter From R-1A -
Residential Single Family To B-3 - Local Business
President Pro Tempore Ebert, III, opened the Public Hearing at 4:01pm. He
asked …
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Public hearing to consider licensing hemp sales in city limits
The City Council holds a public hearing on an ordinance to add licensing requirements for consumable hemp product sales. They also discuss the proposed aquatics center and vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including speed limit changes, street dedications, building code updates, and project funding.
- Public hearing on ordinance to license consumable hemp product sales
- Discussion of Foley Aquatics Center plans
- First reading of ordinance to lower speed limit on Irwin Street between Azalea and Michigan Avenues
- Resolution approving funding for West Lawson and Pine St. Extension project
- Resolution to enter into agreement with Adams Stewart Architects for prefabricated structure design
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✓ Decided: City council approved ordinance to license sale of consumable hemp products
The council unanimously adopted an ordinance adding licensing provisions for the sale of consumable hemp products within Foley. It also approved several other ordinances, including a speed‑limit reduction on Irwin Street, a donation of former railroad right‑of‑way parcels to Loxley, and updates to the Technical Design Manual and building code. A majority vote approved an ABC liquor license for Waffles R Wild. Additional resolutions funded a street‑light project, accepted a $2,500 state grant, and authorized a $1,000 retirement award.
- Approved hemp‑product licensing ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved Irwin Street speed limit reduction to 35 mph (unanimous)
- Approved donation of six L&N railroad parcels to City of Loxley (unanimous)
- Approved Technical Design Manual traffic‑calming amendment (unanimous)
- Approved building‑code amendments, removing section R106.1.6 (unanimous)
- Approved ABC liquor license for Waffles R Wild (majority; 1 abstention)
- Approved $1,000 retirement award resolution (unanimous)
- Approved $2,500 Alabama Semiquincentennial grant acceptance (unanimous)
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City Council
City of Foley, AL
Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, June 15, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0267 Public Hearing To Consider An Ordinance To Amend Chapter 5 Of The
Code Of Ordinances Of The City Of Foley, Alabama To Add Provisions
Pertaining To The Licensing Of The Sale Of Consumable Hemp Products In
The Corporate Limits And Police Jurisdiction Of The City Of Foley
Work Session Discussion
26-0321 Discuss Aquatics Center
6.5.26 - Foley Aquatics- ELEVATION OPTION
Foley Aquatic Center_Pool Prelim ML - Parking OV_06.08.2026
OVERALL REV FLOOR PLAN 5.19.26
Attachments:
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0290 Report of May, 2026, Approved and Paid Bills for the Record
2026-05 Approved & Paid Bills.Expense Approval ReportAttachments:
26-0310 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of June 1, 2026
06-01-2026 Work Session Council Meeting Minutes - DraftAttachments:
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June 15, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
26-0311 Departmental Reports
May P&Z Report
Building Department May 26 Monthly Report
May 2026 HR Applicant Report
Stats May PD
FD Report May 26 6-26
Tax Report and Permit-Plan Review June 2026 (5)
Attachments:
Ordinances
26-0265 (First Reading) An Ordinance Amending Ordinance 391-87 Relating to the
Speed Limits and Traffic Controls within the City of Foley (Irw …
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Council to vote on rezoning two properties for local business use
The Foley City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting. They will conduct first readings of ordinances to rezone two properties to B-3 Local Business. They will consider resolutions to allocate funds for park improvements, road projects, and a bulletproof vest grant, and set public hearings for hemp product licensing and additional zonings.
- Rezoning Harold Motter property from R-1A to B-3 (first reading)
- Rezoning Vulcan Inc. property from M-1 to B-3 (first reading)
- Resolution to allocate funds for design of South Entrance Restroom and Pavilion at Graham Creek Nature Preserve
- Resolution approving CEI services for Fern Ave / AL 59 and Iberville Square Turn Lane Improvements
- Resolution to set public hearing on consumable hemp product licensing
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✓ Decided: Council rezoned two properties to local business district
The Council approved first readings of ordinances rezoning properties at Brinks Willis Road/James Road (Motter) and East Berry Avenue (Vulcan) to B-3 Local Business. It also adopted a zoning ordinance amendment to comply with a court ruling and allow more sandwich board signs. Several resolutions were passed, including a $48,800 design contract for a Graham Creek restroom/pavilion and acceptance of a $8,295 bulletproof vest grant.
- Appointed Shawn Mitchell as Planning Director (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of rezoning Motter property to B-3 (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of rezoning Vulcan property to B-3 (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of zoning ordinance amendments (unanimous)
- Authorized retiree bonus resolution at estimated cost $24,587 (unanimous)
- Approved $600 sponsorship for Foley Sister Cities Oktoberfest Golf Tournament (unanimous)
- Approved allocation of $48,800 for design of South Entrance Restroom and Pavilion at Graham Creek (unanimous)
- Accepted FY2025 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant of $8,295.20 (unanimous)
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City of Foley, AL
Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, June 1, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Appointment and Swearing In Ceremony
26-0269 Appointment of the City of Foley Planning Director
26-0283 Oath of Office for City of Foley Planning Director
Presentation
26-0238 SEEDS Check Presentation
26-0251 Introduction of the 2026 City Interns
26-0279 Salute to America and Her Veterans by Joseph Dean
IMG_7703Attachments:
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0253 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of May 18, 2026
05-18-2026 Work Session Council Meeting Minutes - DraftAttachments:
Ordinances
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June 1, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
26-0259 (First Reading) ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 387-87
REZONING PROPERTY OWNED BY HAROLD MOTTER FROM R-1A -
RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY TO B-3 - LOCAL BUSINESS
Recommendation DocumentsAttachments:
26-0260 (First Reading) ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 387-87
REZONING PROPERTY OWNED BY VULCAN INC. FROM M-1 - LIGHT
INDUSTRIAL TO B-3 - LOCAL BUSINESS
Vulcan rezoning docsAttachments:
26-0270 (First Reading) ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF FOLEY ZONING
ORDINANCE
Zoning Amendments Signage
Exhibits A & B
Attachments:
Resolutions and Other Business
26-0229 A Resolution Authorizing Retiree Bonus (ACT 2026-608)
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
First reading of hemp sales licensing ordinance
The City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting. Key actions include a first reading of an ordinance to license the sale of consumable hemp products, and resolutions to appropriate additional funds for the Hwy 59 sidewalk project and for upgrading the airport fuel tank. Several public hearings are set for declaring properties as public nuisances due to weeds or unsafe structures.
- First reading of ordinance to license consumable hemp sales
- Additional funds for Hwy 59: E Orchid to E Section sidewalk project
- Appropriation for airport fuel tank upgrade (no amount specified)
- Public hearings for nuisance abatement at 406 E Myrtle Ave and 618 E Azalea Ave
- Approval of $3,000 FY2026 Dollar General Summer Reading Program grant
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✓ Decided: Council approves first reading of hemp product licensing ordinance
The City Council unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance to license and regulate the sale of consumable hemp products, including prohibiting sales to minors. They also adopted numerous resolutions, including funding for airport fuel tank upgrades, a 4-way stop installation, and authorization to solicit bids for a new fire station. A resolution to amend the pay classification plan was removed from the agenda. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved first reading of hemp product licensing ordinance (5-0)
- Approved June 1 retirement award (5-0)
- Approved Foley High School wrestling dual meet at Heritage Park (5-0)
- Approved public hearing for weed/junk abatement at 406 E Myrtle Ave (5-0)
- Approved additional funds for Hwy 59 sidewalk project (5-0)
- Approved $60,036.79 for airport fuel tank upgrade (5-0)
- Approved soliciting RFPs for new Fire Station 4 (5-0)
- Approved going to bid for 1 EV police truck (5-0)
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Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, May 18, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0187 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of May 4, 2026
05-04-2026 Work Session Council Meeting Minutes - DraftAttachments:
26-0237 Departmental Reports
April P&Z Report for Council
April 2026 PD stats
April-26-Building-Department-Monthly-Report
Tax Report and Permit-Plan Review May 2026
April 2026 HR Applicant Report
April 2026 FD Report
Attachments:
26-0246 Report of April, 2026, Approved and Paid Bills for the Record
2026-04 Approved & Paid Bills.Expense Approval ReportAttachments:
Ordinances
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26-0217 (First Reading) AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 5 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF FOLEY, ALABAMA TO ADD PROVISIONS
PERTAINING TO THE LICENSING OF THE SALE OF CONSUMABLE HEMP
PRODUCTS IN THE CORPORATE LIMITS AND POLICE JURISDICTION OF
THE CITY OF FOLEY
Hemp Ordinance for Council Review FINALAttachments:
Resolutions and Other Business
26-0173 A Resolution Approving A June 1, 2026 Retirement Award
26-0224 A Resolution Approving the Foley High School Wrestling Team to Use
Heritage Park for a Dual Meet.
Special Event Application - FHS WrestlingAttachments:
26-0225 A Resolution …
Thu May 14, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Industrial Development Board
Council Chambers
Conference Room
407 E Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Mon May 4, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Council to consider rezoning for multi-family housing
The Foley City Council will hold public hearings on declaring a weed nuisance at 13306 McGaster Trail and rezoning two properties: one to Preferred Office and one to Multi-Family Residential. They will also consider resolutions for intersection improvements at Miflin Road/SR 161, accepting donations for the new library, and purchasing vehicles for vector control and horticulture.
- Public hearing to declare weeds a nuisance at 13306 McGaster Trail
- Second reading of ordinance rezoning Rivi Apartments LLC from B1A to R3 Multi-Family
- Resolution for intersection improvements at Miflin Road/SR 161 by Thompson Engineering
- Resolution to accept $19,200 donation for library sensory room naming
- Resolution to use $20,000 LSTA grant for library STEAM lab
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✓ Decided: Approved two property rezonings, one to multi-family
The Council adopted two ordinances: one rezoning a parcel from R2 to Preferred Office (5-0 with one abstention), and another rezoning Rivi Apartments LLC from B1A to R3 Multi-Family (unanimous). It also approved a resolution to abate a weed/debris nuisance at 13306 McGaster Trail and authorized Thompson Engineering for intersection improvements at Miflin Road/SR 161. Several resolutions were passed, including pay classification amendments and acceptance of library donations and grants.
- Adopted Ordinance rezoning Sester property from R2 to PO (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Adopted Ordinance rezoning Rivi Apartments LLC from B1A to R3 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution to abate nuisance at 13306 McGaster Trail (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution amending Leisure Services pay classification (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution for Thompson Engineering intersection improvements (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution for three decorative street lights along East Berry Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution to use $19,200 Woman's Club donation for library sensory room (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution accepting $20,000 LSTA grant for library STEAM lab (unanimous)
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Meeting Agenda - Final
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Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, May 4, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0167 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds and Accumulation of Debris, Junk, and
Litter to be a Public Nuisance and to Order its Abatement Located at
13306 McGaster Trail.
26-0177 Public Hearing to Consider An Ordinance to Amend Ordinance No. 387-87
Rezoning Property Owned by Jarvis C. and Deborah L. Sester From
R2-Residential Single Family and Duplex to PO - Preferred Office
26-0178 Public Hearing to Consider An Ordinance to Amend Ordinance No. 387-87
Rezoning Property Owned by Rivi Apartments LLC from B1A-Extended
Business District to R3 Residential Multi-Family.
Proclamation
26-0114 Safe Boating Week - Vice Flotilla Commander, A. Paul Killian Jr., U.S. Coast
Guard Auxiliary
Safe Boating Week 2026Attachments:
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26-0212 Teacher of the Year Recognition
Angela Ingraham - Swift Final
Brandy Richard - Foley High Final
Kaitlyn Martin - Magnolia Final
Kerry Becton - Mathis Final
Michelle Dillon - Foley Middle Final
Amanda Welsh - Foley Elementary Final
Attachments:
26-0230 Teacher of the Year - Presented By State Representative Frances
Holk-Jones
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
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Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Council to hold public hearing on zoning amendment, approve contracts
The Foley City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment, then consider multiple resolutions including contracts for library renovation, pedestrian path design, and a wetland parking area. They will also approve monthly bills, departmental reports, and several equipment purchases for sports tourism and parks.
- Public hearing on amendment to the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance
- ABC license for Casey's at 1216 N McKenzie St. (off-premises beer/wine/tobacco)
- Resolution to replace Scenic Byway/Coastal Connection signage at Hwy 98/US Hwy 59
- Performance contract with Jerry Phillip Webb
- Approval to bid on a new truck for the Municipal Complex
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✓ Decided: Council approved zoning ordinance expanding medical overlay district and ADU rules
The council unanimously adopted an ordinance amending the city's zoning ordinance to expand the Foley Medical Overlay District and revise Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations. It also approved numerous resolutions, including contracts for the library renovation, pedestrian path, and road resurfacing design, as well as grants for events and a wetland reserve parking area. Several items had abstentions but passed by majority vote.
- Adopted zoning ordinance amending medical overlay and ADU regulations (unanimous)
- Approved OTK Architecture contract for library renovation schematic design (majority, Trawick abstained)
- Approved resolution to solicit bids for Mills Pedestrian Path project (unanimous)
- Approved Sawgrass Consulting proposal for FY2026 road resurfacing design (unanimous)
- Allocated funds for Andrew James Wetland Reserve parking area and roadway (majority, Engel abstained)
- Approved Sawgrass Consulting addendum for Monarch Conservatory (unanimous)
- Amended Police Department pay classification and HR specialist title (unanimous)
- Approved ABC license for Casey's 4730 (unanimous)
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Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
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Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, April 20, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0156 Public Hearing to Consider An Ordinance to Amend the City of Foley Zoning
Ordinance
Proclamation
26-0057 Public Service Recognition Week
Public Service Recognition WeekAttachments:
Presentation
26-0175 State Representative Donna Givens to present a check to the Foley Public
Library
26-0197 Southern Relief Community Meals Program
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0171 Report of March 2026, Approved and Paid Bills for the Record
2026-03 Approved & Paid Bills.Expense Approval ReportAttachments:
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26-0181 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of April 6, 2026
04-06-2026 Work Session Council Meeting MinutesAttachments:
26-0182 Departmental Reports
March 2026 PDS P&Z Report
Building Department-March-26-Monthly Report
March 2026 Applicant Tracking Report
PD Monthly Stats March
FD Council March 26 4-26
Tax Report and Permit-Plan Review April 2026
Attachments:
Ordinances
26-0108 Ordinance Amending the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance
Zoning Amend Recommednation Documents.pdfAttachments:
Legislative History
3/23/26 City Council approved on first reading
Resolutions and Other Business
26-0205 ABC Licen …
Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Council to adopt Technical Design Manual governing construction standards
The Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance to adopt a Technical Design Manual (TDM) for design, development, and construction standards. They will also discuss the FY2025 Popular Annual Financial Report and consider multiple rezonings, budget amendments, and infrastructure project resolutions.
- First reading to rezone Jarvis C. and Deborah L. Sester property from R2 to PO at 400 Ninth Avenue? Not specified; also resolution to set public hearing for same rezoning
- First reading to rezone Rivi Apartments LLC from B1A to R3
- Resolution to use impact fee funding for Iberville Square Turn Lane project and solicit bids
- Resolution approving JADE Consulting's professional services agreement for West Orange Avenue Streetscape project from South Pine to South Alston Street
- Resolution to use impact fee funding for Fern Ave & Hwy 59 intersection improvements and solicit bids
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✓ Decided: Unanimously adopted new Technical Design Manual for development
The City Council adopted the Technical Design Manual governing design, permitting, and construction standards. They also approved mid-year budget adjustments increasing the general fund by $889,000, and authorized first readings for two rezonings. Several infrastructure resolutions and routine items were passed.
- Adopted Technical Design Manual (unanimous)
- Approved $889,000 mid-year budget adjustments (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of rezoning Sester property to PO (3-0-1 abstain)
- Approved first reading of rezoning Rivi Apartments to R3 (unanimous)
- Approved Iberville Square turn lane project using impact fees (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 summer fireworks displays at OWA (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for nuisance abatement at 400 Ninth Ave (unanimous)
- Approved Fern Ave & Hwy 59 intersection improvements (unanimous)
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Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, April 6, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Proclamation
26-0148 Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2026Attachments:
26-0169 National Donate Life Month
National Donate Life MonthAttachments:
Work Session Discussion
26-0158 Discuss the City's Fiscal Year 2025 Popular Annual Financial Report
FY 2025 PAFRAttachments:
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0157 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of March 23, 2026
03-23-2026 Work Session Council Meeting MinutesAttachments:
Ordinances
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26-0151 (First Reading) ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 387-87
REZONING PROPERTY OWNED BY JARVIS C. AND DEBORAH L. SESTER
FROM R2 - RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY & DUPLEX TO PO - PREFERRED
OFFICE
Rezoning Sesser Recom Documents.pdfAttachments:
26-0152 (First Reading) ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 387-87
REZONING PROPERTY OWNED BY RIVI APARTMENTS LLC FROM B1A -
EXTENDED BUSINESS DISTRICT TO R3 RESIDENTIAL MULTI-FAMILY
Rivi Rezoning Recommendation Documents.pdfAttachments:
26-0133 (Second Reading) An Ordinance Adopting a Technical Design Manual
(TDM) Governing Design, Development, Permitting, and Construction
Standards Within the City of Foley; Rescinding Certain Prior Ordinances …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-0151 — approved on first reading
3 yea · 1 abstain · 1 present
Tim Lower yea · Roderick Burkle abstain · Larry Engel yea · Ralph Hellmich present · Charles Ebert, III yea
26-0162 — adopted
3 yea · 1 abstain · 1 present
Tim Lower yea · Roderick Burkle abstain · Larry Engel yea · Ralph Hellmich present · Charles Ebert, III yea
Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Council to consider zoning amendment, technical design manual, multiple grants and funding
The Foley City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on March 23, 2026. Key actions include first readings of a zoning ordinance amendment and a new Technical Design Manual, second reading for speed limits in Hickory Bend subdivision, and numerous resolutions for grants, funding, fee waivers, and capital projects. Notable items include accepting an ATRIP-II grant for SR 161 intersection improvements, appropriating funds for sidewalks on Highway 59 and Cedar St, and initiating a senior center design solicitation.
- First reading of an amendment to the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance (26-0108)
- First reading of an ordinance adopting a Technical Design Manual (TDM) (26-0133)
- Resolution accepting the FY26 ATRIP-II grant for Miflin Road / SR 161 intersection improvements (26-0093, $ amount not specified)
- Resolution appropriating construction funds for the Highway 59 sidewalk from E Orchid Ave to E Section Ave (26-0128)
- Resolution to request permission to solicit architectural and engineering firms for a Foley Senior Center facility (26-0143)
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✓ Decided: Foley Council approves $2M road grant, zoning updates, and stormwater funding.
The Foley City Council unanimously approved a package of resolutions and ordinances covering infrastructure funding, development standards, and public services. Key actions include accepting a $2 million state grant for the Miflin Road intersection, adopting a new Technical Design Manual to streamline construction permits, and allocating funds for sidewalk lighting on Highway 59. The council also authorized applications for federal stormwater and literacy grants while approving several fee waivers and vendor bids.
- Approved first reading of zoning ordinance amendment (unanimous)
- Adopted new Technical Design Manual replacing prior development ordinances (unanimous)
- Set speed limits and traffic controls for Hickory Bend Subdivision (unanimous)
- Accepted $2,000,000 ATRIP-II grant for Miflin Road/SR 161 intersection improvements (unanimous)
- Appropriated $208,000 for Highway 59 sidewalk construction from E Orchid Ave to E Section Ave (unanimous)
- Approved $335,000 additional funding for the Public Works Complex project (unanimous)
- Accepted $344,000 ADEM grant for Beulah Heights Regional Stormwater Facility (unanimous)
- Approved February 2026 bids for vehicles, downtown parking lot resurfacing, and library moving services (unanimous)
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Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, March 23, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Work Session Discussion
26-0139 Discuss FY26 Resurfacing Project
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0121 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of March 2, 2026
03-02-2026 Work Session Council Meeting MinutesAttachments:
26-0122 Special Called Council Meeting/Audit Reading Minutes of March 2, 2026
03-02-2026 Special Called Council Meeting MinutesAttachments:
26-0123 Departmental Reports
February 2026 PDS P&Z Report
February Stats PD
Tax Report 03.2026
February 2026 HR Report
February-26-Building Dept Monthly Report
February 26 FD Report
Attachments:
26-0125 Report of February, 2026, Approved and Paid Bills for the Record
2026-02 Approved & Paid Bills.Expense Approval ReportAttachments:
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Ordinances
26-0108 (First Reading) Amending the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance
Zoning Amend Recommednation Documents.pdfAttachments:
26-0133 (First Reading) An Ordinance Adopting a Technical Design Manual (TDM)
Governing Design, Development, Permitting, and Construction Standards
Within the City of Foley; Rescinding Certain Prior Ordinances
Technical-Design-Manual-Final-4_6_26_DRAFT
Red-Lined Technical Design Manual_ (2)
Attachments:
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4:00 PM
Council Chambers
Monday, March 23, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
President Trawick called the meeting to order at 4:00pm.
Roll Call
All council members were present with the exception of Council Member Larry
Engel and Council Member Roderick Burkle. Also present: Mayor Ralph G.
Hellmich, City Administrator Mike Thompson, City Clerk Christi Watkins,
Stephanie Richardson, Taylor Davis, Nathan Davis, Leslie Gahagan, Eden
Lapham, Margaret Calhoun, Leanne Garcia, AP Merchand, Don Kelly, Rick
Stephens, Jonathan Cottis, Cindy Brothers, Jane Tyler, Suzanne Kellams, Jeff
Lee, Pam Harris, Kate Norris, Jackie McGonigal, Rachel Keith, Logan Eberly,
Darrell Russell, Angela Sherman, Jamie Smith, Guy Busby, Milton Gilam, Mel
Burnett, Cian Harrison, Wayne Dyess, Thurston Bullock, Larry Dearing, Buford
King, Nicholas Williams, and Raven Roberts.
Tim Lower,Wayne Trawick and Charles Ebert III
Present:
3 -
Roderick Burkle and Larry Engel
Absent:
2 -
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Work Session Discussion
26-0139
Discuss FY26 Resurfacing Project
City Engineer Taylor Davis presented each Council Member with informational
packets pertaining to the FY26 Resurfacing Projects. He reported that these
packets were for Council's consideration in preparation for an upcoming
proposal next month.
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
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Foley council to accept FY2025 financial audit
The Foley City Council will hold a special called meeting to review and accept the audited annual financial report for fiscal year 2025. The meeting is scheduled for March 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM in the Council Chambers.
- Acceptance of FY2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
- Presentation of audit by Warner Averett, LLC
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✓ Decided: Council unanimously adopts FY2025 audited financial report
The City Council reviewed the FY2025 audit presented by Warren Averett, LLC. A motion to adopt the audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY2025 was made by Council Member Roderick Burkle, seconded by Council Member Larry Engel, and passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.
- Adopt FY2025 Audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous vote)
- Adjourn meeting (unanimous vote)
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Council Chambers3:00 PMMonday, March 2, 2026
Special Called Council Meeting/Audit Reading
Call to Order
Roll Call
Presentation of Audit By Warner Averett, LLC
Resolutions
26-0106 A Resolution Accepting the Audited Annual Comprehensive Financial
Report (ACFR) for FY2025
City of Foley FY2026 Annual Comprehensive Financial ReportAttachments:
Comments
Adjournment
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3:00 PM Council ChambersMonday, March 2, 2026
Special Called Council Meeting/Audit Reading
Call to Order
President Trawick called the meeting to order at 3:00pm.
Tim Lower,Roderick Burkle,Larry Engel,Wayne Trawick and Charles Ebert
III
Present: 5 -
Roll Call
All Council Members were present. Also present: Mayor Ralph G. Hellmich, City
Administrator Mike Thompson, City Clerk Christi Watkins, Stephanie
Richardson, Miranda Bell, Guy Busby, Marla Heiden, Logan Eberly, Rachel
Keith, Melinda Lenz, Pam Graham, Kim Ebentheuer, Angela Sherman, Frank
Shepard, Wayne Dyess, Cian Harrison, and Kevin Carnley.
Tim Lower,Roderick Burkle,Larry Engel,Wayne Trawick and Charles Ebert
III
Present: 5 -
Presentation of Audit By Warner Averett, LLC
Warren Averett, LLC, presented the presentation of the FY2025 Audit to
Council.
Resolutions
26-0106 A Resolution Accepting the Audited Annual Comprehensive Financial
Report (ACFR) for FY2025
City of Foley FY2026 Annual Comprehensive Financial ReportAttachments:
A motion was made by Council Member Roderick Burkle, seconded by Council
Member Larry Engel, that this Resolution be adopted. The motion carried by an
unanimous vote.
Comments
City Administrator Mike Thompson expressed his gratitude to both the City's
Finance Department and the staff at Warren Averett for their efforts in
successfully completing the audit.
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Council to vote on municipal campus master plan and property lease to NAPA
The Foley City Council will consider a second reading to lease city-owned property to Autoworx LLC (NAPA Auto Parts) and a resolution to seek a consulting firm for a municipal campus master plan. Several public hearings address nuisance abatement at specific properties. Items also include first reading of speed limit changes in Hickory Bend Subdivision and waiving fees for Art in the Park.
- Second reading of ordinance leasing property to Autoworx LLC (NAPA Auto Parts)
- Resolution to solicit a consulting firm for a Municipal Campus Master Plan
- First reading of ordinance amending speed limits in Hickory Bend Subdivision
- Resolution to go to bid for a Parks and Recreation Department truck
- Resolution waiving fees for the 54th Annual Art in the Park at Heritage Park and John B. Foley Park
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✓ Decided: City Council unanimously approves lease of city property to Autoworx LLC
The council adopted an ordinance leasing city-owned real property to Autoworx, LLC (doing business as NAPA Auto Parts Foley) with a unanimous vote. It also approved a 20‑mph speed limit for the Hickory Bend Subdivision and accepted a right‑of‑way easement along West Fern Avenue and Highway 59. Additional unanimous actions included a new Parks and Recreation truck purchase, fee waivers for the 54th Annual Art in the Park, and a request for a consulting firm to develop a Municipal Campus Master Plan.
- Approved Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of Feb 16 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance setting 20‑mph speed limit in Hickory Bend Subdivision (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance leasing property to Autoworx LLC (NAPA Auto Parts Foley) (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance accepting public rights‑of‑way in Riverside Arbor Walk Phase 3 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution accepting right‑of‑way easement on West Fern Ave and Hwy 59 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution to request a consulting firm for a Municipal Campus Master Plan (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution to purchase a new Parks and Recreation landscape truck (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution waiving fees for Heritage Park for the 54th Annual Art in the Park (unanimous)
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Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, March 2, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0099 Public Hearing to Declare Junk and Debris to be a Public Nuisance and to
Order its Abatement Located at 635 E Gate Cir.
26-0100 Public Hearing Declaring Weeds To Be A Public Nuisance And Ordering Its
Abatement at 13125 Dale Ln., the Common Area in Parkside Subdivision.
26-0101 Public Hearing Declaring Weeds To Be A Public Nuisance And Ordering Its
Abatement at S. Hickory St. at the Entrance of Crown Walk Subdivision.
26-0102 Public Hearing Declaring Weeds To Be A Public Nuisance And Ordering Its
Abatement at 1608 S. Oak St.
Presentation
26-0111 Presentation of the Quality In Construction Award
Quality In Construction AwardAttachments:
26-0040 Presentation of Foley Sister Cities by Linda Spangrud
FSC Annual Report 24-25 FinalAttachments:
26-0091 Presentation of the 2026 Arbor Day Book Donations
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
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Consent Agenda
26-0096 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of February 16, 2026
02-16-2026 Work Session Council Meeting MinutesAttachments:
Ordinances
26-0098 (First Reading) Amending Ordinance 391-87 Relating to the Speed Limits
and Traffic Controls within the City of Foley (Hickor …
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4:00 PM
Council Chambers
Monday, March 2, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
President Trawick called the meeting to order at 4:00pm.
Roll Call
All Council Members were present. Also present: Mayor Ralph G. Hellmich, City
Administrator Mike Thompson, City Clerk Christi Watkins, Stephanie
Richardson, Wayne Dyess, Frank Shepard, Mary Garcia, Abigail Garcia, Leslie
Gahagan, John Whitman, Jimmy Loftin, Linda Spangrud, Taylor Davis, Tammy
Turner, Lily Ingraham, Angie Ingraham, Jo Hellmich, Jayme Bartshe, Mike
Bartshe, Bob Scivique, Dane Bodiford, Krystal Bodiford, Lucas Bodiford, Jeff
Lee, Jerry Finney, Paul Shoenight, Jr., Makayla Shoenight, Megan Atkisson,
Jack Barry, Pam Harris, Kathleen Borne, P. Hughes, Mae Bryant, Michelle
Davis, Mark Clifford, Brenda W. Shambo, Guy Busby, Roni Criswell, Darrelyn
Dunmore, Katy White, Chandler Dunaway, Kristina Bentley, Corey Bentley,
Adam Green, Luke Demay, Chloe Salinas, Candace Jeans, James Lundsted,
David Thompson, Cole Reid, Laurie Reid, Kelly Garrett, Angela Sherman, Gina
Gipson, Jonathan Cottis, Jacqueline McGonigal, Stephanie Rhodes, Terri
Kotis, Waylon Lewis, Sam Zone, Frances Holk-Jones, Joey Darby, Kevin
Carnley, and Grant Blackburn.
Tim Lower,Roderick Burkle,Larry Engel,Wayne Trawick and Charles Ebert
III
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Pledge of Allegiance
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City Council
Foley City Council to consider sanitation fee changes and property leases
The City Council will discuss modifying residential and commercial sanitation collection fees. The meeting includes decisions on leasing municipal property to AutoWorx, LLC and selling surplus property to LKG Properties.
- Proposed modifications to residential and commercial sanitation collection fees
- Lease of municipal property to AutoWorx, LLC (d/b/a NAPA Auto Parts Foley)
- Sale of surplus real property to LKG Properties
- Purchase of 9 police vehicles and equipment
- Public hearing regarding junk and debris abatement at 217 W Roosevelt Ave
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✓ Decided: City Council unanimously approved a residential sanitation fee increase
The council adopted a resolution to raise residential sanitation collection fees as part of a scheduled five‑year adjustment, with a unanimous vote. It also approved an ABC license for Half Shell Oyster House, a lease of surplus property to Autoworx (NAPA Auto Parts), and several ordinances and resolutions covering public rights‑of‑way, park fee waivers, and city events.
- Approved residential sanitation fee increase (unanimous)
- Approved ABC license for Half Shell Oyster House (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance leasing surplus property to Autoworx, LLC (NAPA Auto Parts) (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance accepting ROW and infrastructure improvements in Riverside Phase Three (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution authorizing employees to abate public nuisance at 217 W Roosevelt Ave (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution waiving Heritage Park fees for Crosspoint Baptist Christmas event (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution supporting South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce for 2026 Hot Air Balloon Festival (unanimous)
- Approved January 2026 bid awards (unanimous)
Council Chambers
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City of Foley, AL
Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, February 16, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0005 Public Hearing to Declare Junk and Debris to be a Public Nuisance and to
Order its Abatement Located at 217 W Roosevelt Ave.
Proclamation
26-0073 Proclamation: Arbor Day
Arbor Day Proclamation 2026
Notes for Council Meeting on February 16, 2026
Attachments:
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0053 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of February 2, 2026
02-02-2026 Work Session Council Meeting MinutesAttachments:
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26-0054 Departmental Reports
Jan 2026 PDS P_Z Report
HR Monthly Report January 2026
PD Monthly Report Jan 2026
Bldg. Dept Jan. Report
Tax Report and Permit-Plan Review Feb 2026
FD Report January 26 2-26
Attachments:
26-0055 Report of January, 2026, Approved and Paid Bills for the Record
2026-01 Approved & Paid Bills.Expense Approval ReportAttachments:
Ordinances
26-0007 (First Reading) AN ORDINANCE DECLARING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
NOT PRESENTLY NEEDED FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES AND
AUTHORIZING THE LEASE OF THE SAME TO AUTOWORX, LLC (D/B/A
NAPA AUTO PARTS FOLEY)
NAPA Lease 2-2-26Attachments:
Legislative History
2/2/26 City Council carried over to the City Council
26-0076 (First R …
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Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
4:00 PM
Council Chambers
Monday, February 16, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
President Trawick called the meeting to order at 4:02pm.
Roll Call
All council members were present with the exception of Charles Ebert, III. Also
present: Mayor Ralph G. Hellmich, City Administrator Mike Thompson, City
Clerk Christi Watkins, Stephanie Richardson, Jacqueline McGonigal, Taylor
Davis, Logan Eberly, Leslie Gahagan, Pam Harris, Brenda W. Shambo,
Deborah Mixon, Nikki Rye, Suzanne Kellams, Darrell Russell, Jamie Smith,
Kate Norris, Jeff Lee, Jonathan Cottis, Christian Yetmar, Guy Busby, Rachel
Spear, Mitch Nelson, Tony Fuqua, Chloe Salinas, A P Marchand, Misty Garza,
Darrelyn Dunmore, Cian Harrison, Frank Shepard, Raven Roberts, David
Thompson, and Joey Darby.
Tim Lower,Roderick Burkle,Larry Engel and Wayne Trawick
Present:
4 -
Charles Ebert III
Absent:
1 -
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0005
Public Hearing to Declare Junk and Debris to be a Public Nuisance and to
Order its Abatement Located at 217 W Roosevelt Ave.
President Trawick opened the Public Hearing at 4:03pm. He asked for
comments from the public.
Christian Yetmar of 217 W Roosevelt Ave., Foley, AL 36535, reported to Council
that he is the owner of this property. He reported that he has made efforts to
abate the public nuisance by removing dead tomato plants and tires from his …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Council Member Roderick Burkle, seconded by Council Member Larry Engel, that this Resolution be adopted. The motion carried by a majority vote: Council Member Burkle, aye…
3 yea
Roderick Burkle yea · Larry Engel yea · Wayne Trawick yea
26-0070 — adopted
3 yea · 1 abstain · 1 present
Tim Lower abstain · Roderick Burkle yea · Larry Engel yea · Ralph Hellmich present · Wayne Trawick yea
Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Public hearing on ordinance amending impact fees
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 21-2015 regarding impact fees. They will also consider a first reading of an ordinance to lease city property to Autoworx LLC (dba NAPA Auto Parts Foley). Multiple resolutions include approving capital purchases for SUVs, a truck, HVAC units, a downtown parking lot resurfacing project, and a first responder hurricane safe room project. Other items include accepting public rights-of-way, applying for a BUILD grant, and waiving fees for the Foley Civic Center.
- Public hearing on amendment to impact fee ordinance (Ordinance 21-2015)
- First reading of ordinance to lease real property to Autoworx LLC (NAPA Auto Parts Foley)
- Resolution to apply for USDOT FY26 BUILD grant
- Resolution approving downtown parking lot resurfacing project and authorization to go to bid
- Resolution accepting GeoCon's professional services proposal for First Responder Hurricane Safe Room Project (shelter)
impact-feespublic-hearingleasingtransportationpublic-safetyinfrastructurecapital-purchases
✓ Decided: City Council unanimously approved several capital purchases and project funding
The council adopted multiple ordinances and resolutions, including a lease to Autoworx, an amendment to impact fees, and several capital purchases. It also approved funding for a downtown parking lot resurfacing and a new SUV for the Sports Tourism Department. All actions passed by unanimous vote.
- Approved lease of city property to Autoworx, LLC (Ordinance 26-0007) – unanimous vote
- Adopted amendment to Impact Fees ordinance (Ordinance 25-0753) – unanimous vote
- Approved $78,938.50 budget increase for EnCompass360 consulting agreement (Resolution 26-0009) – unanimous vote
- Approved purchase and bid for new SUV for Sports Tourism Department (Resolution 26-0030) – unanimous vote
- Approved downtown parking lot resurfacing project and funding (Resolution 26-0038) – unanimous vote
- Approved transfer of police funds for HR software purchase (Resolution 26-0033) – unanimous vote
- Approved purchase of two HVAC units for Police Department ($45,000) (Resolution 26-0041) – unanimous vote
- Approved South Baldwin Chamber Foundation’s “Walk This Way” 80’s tribute parade (Resolution 26-0050) – unanimous vote
Council Chambers
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Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, February 2, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0019 Public Hearing to Consider An Ordinance to Amend Ordinance No.
21-2015, Impact Fees
Presentation
26-0008 Presentation: Recycling in Baldwin County presented by Terri Graham
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
26-0003 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of January 20, 2026
01-20-2026 Work Session Council Meeting MinutesAttachments:
26-0051 Planning Commission Recommendation to approve Public Projects
PC Iberville Sq Turn Lane Project Conceptual
Public Project Rec
Attachments:
Ordinances
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February 2, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
26-0007 (First Reading) AN ORDINANCE DECLARING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
NOT PRESENTLY NEEDED FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES AND
AUTHORIZING THE LEASE OF THE SAME TO AUTOWORX, LLC (D/B/A
NAPA AUTO PARTS FOLEY)
NAPA Lease 2-2-26Attachments:
26-0049 (First Reading) An Ordinance Accepting Public Rights-of-Way and
Infrastructure Improvements in Multiple Subdivisions for City
Maintenance
DRH_Request to Accept Public ROWs.07.21.25
Primland_Acceptance Request Letter
Rosewood_Acceptance_Request_Letter
Peachtree Maintenance Bond release letter 1-22-2026
Attachments:
25-0753
An Ordinance to Amend Ordinance No. 21-2015, Impact …
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Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
4:00 PM
Council Chambers
Monday, February 2, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
President Trawick called the meeting to order at 4:00pm.
Roll Call
All Council Members were present. Also present: Mayor Ralph G. Hellmich, City
Administrator Mike Thompson, City Clerk Christi Watkins, Stephanie
Richardson, Taylor Davis, Taree Montere, Jane Tyler, Cindy Brother, Pam
Harris, Jonathan Cottis, Bryan Battaglia, Logan Eberly, Jeff Lee, Terri Graham,
Pete Lee, Gabe Lee, Jamie Smith, Angela Sherman, David Thompson, John
Graham, Guy Busby, Zan Blue, Rafe Smith, Rachel Spear, Cian Harrison, Kevin
Carnley, Joey Darby, Thurston Bullock, Wayne Dyess, Raven Roberts, Eddie
Culpepper, Theresa Manning, and Buford King.
Tim Lower,Roderick Burkle,Larry Engel,Wayne Trawick and Charles Ebert
III
Present:
5 -
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
26-0019
Public Hearing to Consider An Ordinance to Amend Ordinance No.
21-2015, Impact Fees
President Trawick opened the Public Hearing at 4:01pm. He asked for
comments from the public. Hearing no comments, he closed the Public
Hearing.
Presentation
26-0008
Presentation: Recycling in Baldwin County presented by Terri Graham
Terri Graham presented updates on the Solid Waste Disposal Authority to
Council.
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Meeting Minutes - Final
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals …
Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
City Council considers property sales, fee changes, and street lighting.
The Foley City Council will consider second readings for ordinances regarding permit fees, public right-of-way work, and traffic controls. The body will also vote on resolutions for street lighting, budget increases, and the sale of surplus property.
- Second reading of ordinance to amend permit fees
- Second reading of ordinance requiring permits for public right-of-way work
- Resolution to approve street lighting on South Pecan and Cater Lee Way
- Resolution to approve $19,000 budget increase from restricted drug fund
- Resolution to approve sale of surplus property to USS Innovations, LLC
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✓ Decided: Council approves sale of 5‑acre parcel to LKG Properties, creating up to 55 jobs
The City Council unanimously approved an ordinance to sell a 5‑acre industrial‑park parcel to LKG Properties LLC, which plans two buildings and 45‑55 jobs. The council also adopted several ordinances amending permit fees, right‑of‑way permits, and speed limits, and approved an ABC license for a local festival, a $1,000 retirement award, new street‑light installations, and acceptance of a $1.5 million GOMESA grant for park expansion.
- Approved Ordinance authorizing sale of 5‑acre parcel to LKG Properties LLC (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance amending adopted permit fees (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance amending Permit‑Required‑Work in the public right‑of‑way (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance amending speed limits in Quail Landing Subdivision (unanimous)
- Approved ABC License for Mudbugs and Margaritas Festival at 200 N. McKenzie St (unanimous)
- Approved $1,000 retirement award (unanimous)
- Approved installation of five new street lights on South Pecan St (unanimous)
- Approved acceptance of $1,500,000 GOMESA grant for Foley Nature Parks expansion (unanimous)
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City Council
City of Foley, AL
Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers4:00 PMTuesday, January 20, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Proclamation
25-0765 Proclamation: Recognizing Human Trafficking Prevention Month as
January, 2026.
Human Trafficking Awareness MonthAttachments:
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
Consent Agenda
25-0767 Report of December, 2025, Approved and Paid Bills for the Record
2025-12 Approved & Paid Bills.Expense Approval ReportAttachments:
26-0001 Departmental Reports
PDS Dept - P&Z Report
Tax Report and Permit-Plan Review Jan 2026
Building Department - December 25 Report
PD December Stats
Attachments:
26-0010 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of January 5, 2026
1-05-2026 Work Session Council Meeting MinutesAttachments:
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Ordinances
26-0015
(First Reading) An Ordinance Declaring Certain Real Property
Surplus and No Longer Needed for Municipal Purposes and
Authorizing the Sale of the Same
Development Agreement - LKG Properties LLC
City of Foley - Purchase Agreement LKG Properties LLC
Attachments:
25-0715 (Second Reading) An Ordinance to amend adopted Permit Fees
Fee-Schedule markup.docx (1)Attachments:
Legislative History
1/5/26 City Council approved on first reading
25-0757 (Second Reading) Amending Ordinance No. 24-2029 An Ordina …
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Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
4:00 PM
Council Chambers
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
President Trawick called the meeting to order at 4:00pm.
Roll Call
All Council Members were present. Also present: Mayor Ralph G. Hellmich, City
Administrator Mike Thompson, City Clerk Christi Watkins, Stephanie
Richardson, Christian Yetmer, David Thompson, Leslie Gahagan, Taylor Davis,
Elisha Sayers, Lisa Hardy, Deborah Mixon, Logan Eberly, Cindy Abbott, Glenn
Abbott, Jonathan Cottis, Darrell Russell, Mike Chavers, Jeff Lee, Raven
Roberts, Lindsay Barrias, Chantel N., Darrelyn Dunmore, Guy Busby, Rachel
Spear, Wynter Metz, Ron Buczyk, Frieda Buczyk, Jackie McGonigal, Cian
Harrison, Thurston Bullock, Joey Darby, Wayne Dyess, Larry Dearing, and
Frank Shepard.
Tim Lower,Roderick Burkle,Larry Engel,Wayne Trawick and Charles Ebert
III
Present:
5 -
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Proclamation
25-0765
Proclamation: Recognizing Human Trafficking Prevention Month as
January, 2026.
Human Trafficking Awareness Month
Attachments:
Mayor Hellmich presented the proclamation recognizing Human Trafficking
Prevention Month as January 2026.
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
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Meeting Minutes - Final
A motion was made by Council Member Charles Ebert, III, seconded by Council
Member Larry Engel, to add Item 26-0036 …
Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
Council to authorize sale of surplus property to USS Innovations, LLC
The Foley City Council will consider a range of items, including public hearings to declare weeds a public nuisance at several locations, a presentation of the FY2026 budget award, multiple ordinance amendments (permit fees, impact fees, right‑of‑way permits, speed limits, and a property sale), and several resolutions covering topics such as a heavy‑duty truck bid, credit‑card limit increase, and a police canine donation.
- Public hearings to declare weeds a public nuisance at S Hickory/Crownwalk, 405 W Laurel Ave, 635 E Gate Cr, 1608 S Oak St, Parkside Subdivision, and 19001 CR 20
- Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Award
- Ordinance to amend adopted Permit Fees (Item 25-0715)
- Ordinance authorizing the sale and conveyance of surplus real property and an option to purchase to USS Innovations, LLC (Item 25-0762)
- Resolution approving a bid for a heavy‑duty truck for the Nature Parks Department (Item 25-0745)
public-nuisancebudgetordinanceproperty-saletransportation
✓ Decided: Council approves sale of 18.5-acre parcel to medical tech firm
The Foley City Council approved on first reading an ordinance authorizing the sale and option to purchase of an 18.5-acre parcel to USS Innovations, LLC, for a medical technology project. The council also approved a related project agreement with Glacier, LLC, anticipating $12.315 million investment and 33 full-time jobs. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved first reading of ordinance authorizing sale of 18.5-acre parcel to USS Innovations, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved project agreement with Glacier, LLC for medical tech project (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of permit fee ordinance amendment (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of impact fee ordinance amendment (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of right-of-way permit ordinance amendment (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of 20 mph speed limit in Quail Landing Subdivision (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of accepting rights-of-way in Lafayette Place Subdivision (unanimous)
- Adopted second reading of Marlin Place Subdivision speed limit ordinance (unanimous)
Council Chambers
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City of Foley, AL
Meeting Agenda - Final
407 E. Laurel Avenue
Foley, AL 36535
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, January 5, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
25-0725 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds to be a Public Nuisance and to Order its
Abatement Located at S Hickory/Crownwalk
25-0726 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds to be a Public Nuisance and to Order its
Abatement Located at 405 W Laurel Ave.
25-0727 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds to be a Public Nuisance and to Order its
Abatement Located at 635 E. Gate Cr.
25-0728 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds to be a Public Nuisance and to Order its
Abatement Located at 1608 S Oak St.
25-0734 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds to be a Public Nuisance and to Order its
Abatement Located at Common Area at Parkside Subdivision
25-0737 Public Hearing to Declare Weeds to be a Public Nuisance and to Order its
Abatement Located at 19001 CR 20.
Presentation
25-0749 Presentation: Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Award
FY2026 Budget AwardAttachments:
Work Session Discussion
Additions/Removals/Carry-Overs
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Consent Agenda
25-0732 Work Session/Council Meeting Minutes of December 15, 2025
12-15-2025 Work Session Council Meeting Minutes - DraftAttachments:
Ordinances
25-0715 An Ordinance to amend adopted Permit Fees
Fee-Schedule markup.docx (1)Attachments:
25-0753
An O …
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Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
4:00 PM
Council Chambers
Monday, January 5, 2026
Work Session/Council Meeting
Call to Order
President Trawick called the meeting to order at 4:00pm.
Roll Call
All Council Members were present. Mayor Ralph G. Hellmich was absent. Also
present: City Administrator Mike Thompson, City Clerk Christi Watkins,
Stephanie Richardson, Taylor Davis, Raven Roberts, Jackie McGonigal, Jeff
Lee, Eden Lapham, Logan Eberly, Jonathan Cottis, Zan Blue, Miranda Bell,
Guy Busby, Lisa Yeater, Travis Valentine, David Thompson, Cian Harrison,
Leslie Gahagan, Thurston Bullock, Tony Fuqua, Joey Darby, Larry Dearing,
and Wayne Dyess.
Tim Lower,Roderick Burkle,Larry Engel,Wayne Trawick and Charles Ebert
III
Present:
5 -
Moment of Reflection
Pledge of Allegiance
Public Hearing
25-0725
Public Hearing to Declare Weeds to be a Public Nuisance and to Order
its Abatement Located at S Hickory/Crownwalk
President Trawick opened the Public Hearing at 4:02pm. He asked for
comments from the public. Hearing no comments, he closed the Public
Hearing.
25-0726
Public Hearing to Declare Weeds to be a Public Nuisance and to Order
its Abatement Located at 405 W Laurel Ave.
President Trawick opened the Public Hearing at 4:02pm. He asked for
comments from the public. Hearing no comments, he closed the Public
Hearing.
25-0727
Public Hearing to Declare Weeds to be a Public Nuisance and to Order
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $4.8M | SEVERANCE SECURITY SERVICES LLC Department of Homeland Security · THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO MEET THE IDIQ MINIMUM REQUIREMENT |
| $3.9M | VANGUARD PACIFIC LLC Department of Health and Human Services · C200224 CUP BOILER REPAIRS 2024/2025 CO: ZACHARY PRICE CS: LINDA LIU |
| $3.7M | MARTIN MISER CODY & ASSOCIATES LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EEO INVESTIGATIONS IDIQ ORDER 1 |
| $3.7M | VANGUARD PACIFIC LLC Department of Health and Human Services · 115820 BUILDING 5 EXTERIOR ROOF, FACADE, FOUNDATION AND SITE REPAIRS |
| $3.1M | VANGUARD PACIFIC LLC Department of Defense · FEMA ROOF REPLACEMENT |
| $3.0M | VANGUARD PACIFIC LLC General Services Administration · CONSTRUCTION SERVICE TO MODERNIZE ELEVATORS #1 AND #2 BY REPLACING THE |
| $2.8M | VANGUARD PACIFIC LLC Department of Defense · REPAIR THE HVAC, DHW HEATING SYSTEM, FIRE ALARMS AND ADD A MASS NOTIFI |
| $2.7M | VANGUARD PACIFIC LLC Department of Health and Human Services · C112543 DESCRIPTION - BASE 3B LABS RENOVATION, BUILDING 10 AWARD CO - |
| $2.5M | VANGUARD PACIFIC LLC Department of Defense · GROUND AIR TRANSMIT RECEIVE ANTENNA AND INFRASTRUCTURE |
| $2.4M | VANGUARD PACIFIC LLC Department of Health and Human Services · C200194 CUP CHILLER REPAIRS 2024-2025 CO: ZACHARY PRICE CS: LINDA LIU |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
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Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments6,409 (72,022 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,244/mo (173 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.1% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
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Revenue$275.0M
Spending$183.3M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$53.7M
Debt-to-revenue0.20×
Debt-load index27 / 100
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