Foley public meetings in 2023
31 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Foley City Council will hold a public hearing regarding ordinance violations at a vacant lot near County Road 20 and Hickory Street. The council is also scheduled to consider several resolutions involving personnel appointments, budget transfers, and equipment purchases.
- Public hearing on lot clearing and weed removal ordinance violations
- Appointment of the Finance Director/City Treasurer
- 11-year Master Service & Purchase Agreement with AXON (Fleet)
- Approval of the Beulah Heights Stormwater Management Plan
- Purchase of a Ford F-150 for Parks and Recreation
Industrial Development Board
The Industrial Development Board will consider a resolution to rescind a previous tax abatement granted to Hecate Energy. The board will also review a new resolution to grant a tax abatement to Foley Solar, LLC regarding the Pine Gate - Foley Project.
- Resolution to rescind tax abatement 23-0001-IDB for Hecate Energy
- Resolution to grant a tax abatement to Foley Solar, LLC (Pine Gate - Foley Project)
- Approval of February 15, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
The council will discuss a summary of Hurricane Sally and review several capital purchase resolutions. Agenda items include an ABC license for Cozumel Bar and Grill and the 10-Plex Improvements Capital Project. A first reading for a property rezoning ordinance is also scheduled.
- First reading of an ordinance to rezone property owned by SCP BPG Magnolia Holdings, LLC
- ABC license application for Cozumel Bar and Grill at 104 S Owa Blvd Ste A
- Budget increase and purchase approval for up to eight 2024 Chevrolet Tahoes
- Approval of the 10-Plex Improvements Capital Project
- Surplus and disposal of light poles at Mel Roberts Park
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances for property annexations and changes to development impact fees. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding building violations at 311 West 5th Avenue.
- Public hearing for building violations at 311 West 5th Avenue
- Ordinance to amend impact fees for parks and transportation infrastructure
- Agreement with ALDOT for widening and resurfacing the Foley Beach Express
- Professional service proposals for school zone and downtown crosswalk improvements
- ABC license application for Magnolia Meat and Grocery LLC
City Council
The City Council will review several ordinances including two annexation petitions and an amendment to impact fee thresholds. The agenda also includes resolutions for various capital projects at Aaronville Park and Max Griffin Park, as well as the disposal of city vehicles and equipment.
- Annexation petition for property owned by Turf Properties, LLC
- Annexation petition for property owned by the City of Foley
- Ordinance to amend impact fees for park, recreation, and transportation infrastructure
- Appropriation of funds for Aaronville Park and Max Griffin Park bathroom upgrades
- Resolution to approve the surplus and disposal of street and sanitation department equipment
City Council
The Foley City Council will review the 2022-2023 Foley Main Street Annual Report during a work session. The council will also consider several resolutions regarding equipment purchases for city departments and community sponsorships.
- ABC License for Baumhowers Victory Grill at 2601 S McKenzie Street Suite 308
- Purchase of a Knuckleboom Loader for the Sanitation Department
- Purchase of a Mobile Video Surveillance System
- Modification of the Foley Main Street boundary
- Sponsorship for the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider amending the International Building Codes and fee schedules. The agenda also includes several resolutions regarding park upgrades, event rentals at Heritage Park, and nuisance abatements.
- Public hearing for weed abatement at 619 West Marigold Avenue
- Public hearing for weed abatement at 311 West 5th Avenue
- Ordinance to amend the International Building (ICC) Codes and fee schedule
- Resolution to approve Mathis Park Playground upgrade and grant application
- Resolution to move forward with Mel Roberts Park Improvements Project
City Council
The Foley City Council will hold a special called meeting on September 26, 2023. The agenda includes authorizing the Mayor to sign closing documents for a real property sale and approving sponsorship for the GUMBO summit.
- Resolution 23-0545: Authorizing the Mayor to sign closing documents for the sale of certain real property
- Resolution 23-0549: Approving sponsorship for the Gulf United Metro Business Organization Tourism Economic Development Summit (GUMBO)
City Council
The City Council will review several resolutions including fund transfers for municipal equipment and building facade grants. The agenda also includes public hearing notices regarding property nuisance abatements and approvals for seasonal fireworks.
- ABC License for HERO 101 LLC (Raceway 6990) at 16161 Foley Beach Express
- Resolution to accept the FY2023 Dollar General Grant for Youth Literacy Grants
- Resolution approving Baldwin EMC relocation and reimbursement for Foley Beach Express improvements
- Resolution to purchase a John Deere Gator for the Nature Parks Department
- Public hearing regarding weeds at the vacant lot west of 780 West Laurel Avenue
City Council
The City Council will meet to adopt Fiscal Year 2024 budgets and review amendments to the city's zoning ordinance. The agenda includes public hearings for property rezonings and several infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council will review grant applications for the Foley Municipal Airport.
- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024 budgets
- Rezoning property owned by Gary Underwood to B1-A
- Amending building codes and fee schedules
- New street light installations in the Mills Community
- Grant applications for Foley Municipal Airport improvements
Public Athletic and Sports Facilities Cooperative District
The Public Athletic and Sports Facilities Cooperative District is meeting to consider resolutions regarding district budgets. The agenda includes amending the FY2023 budgets and adopting the FY2024 budget.
- Resolution 23-0441 to amend FY2023 budgets
- Resolution 23-0442 to adopt FY2024 budget
- Approval of August 25, 2022 meeting minutes
Public Cultural & Entertainment Facilities Cooperative District
The Public Cultural & Entertainment Facilities Cooperative District is meeting to address budget resolutions. The agenda includes amending the FY2023 budgets and adopting the FY2024 budget.
- Resolution to amend FY2023 budgets
- Resolution to adopt the FY2024 budget
- Approval of August 25, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will discuss an interlocal agreement with ECUA for processing recyclables and a new prisoner housing agreement with Elberta and Summerdale. The agenda also includes discussions on street department capital projects and lighting improvements on East Pride Blvd. Several resolutions regarding weed abatements and various city purchases are also scheduled for consideration.
- Interlocal Agreement with ECUA for processing recyclables
- New prisoner housing agreement with Elberta and Summerdale
- Lighting project on East Pride Blvd from Miflin Road to South Juniper Street
- Resolution to replace police units and purchase new vehicles
- Additional funds for a Street Department capital project
City Council
The Foley City Council will hold public hearings on several property rezonings and review ordinances regarding park usage and zoning amendments. The agenda also includes presentations on city compensation plans and resolutions for various infrastructure projects.
- Public hearings for rezonings of properties owned by Tyler Higginbotham, Next to Last, LLC, Old Town II, LLC, and Foley Professional Park Developer, Inc.
- First reading of an ordinance to rezone Gary Underwood's property from AO to B1A
- Resolution adopting a new pay classification plan for the City of Foley
- ABC license applications for M and R Caribbean Spice LLC, Macho Taco Bar LLC, Slappin Daks LLC, and La Casita Fresh Mex Grill
- Resolution to approve the purchase of a 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 for the Sanitation Department
Public Facilities Cooperative District
The Public Facilities Cooperative District will consider electing officers and adopting the FY 2024 budget. The agenda also includes a resolution to levy project user fees on the Foley Crossroads development.
- Resolution to levy project user fees on the Foley Crossroads development
- Resolution electing officers
- Amendment to the FY 2023 Budget
- Adoption of the FY 2024 Budget
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding public park usage policies and several resolutions. Discussion items include airport infrastructure bids, capital purchases for parks and city equipment, and public nuisance abatement for various properties.
- Ordinance to amend policies for usage at public parks
- Resolution to accept bids for construction of an access taxilane and 8-unit T-hanger at Foley Municipal Airport
- Resolution to accept grant offers from the FAA and ALDOT for airport improvements
- Resolution setting a public hearing for nuisance abatement at 621 East Walker Avenue
- Resolution approving wall repairs for the Foley Justice Center
City Council
The council will consider a proposed Medical Overlay District and multiple property rezoning ordinances. The agenda also includes discussions on sidewalk projects and river restoration.
- Proposed Medical Overlay District
- Rezoning of Tyler Higginbotham property from B3 to R1R
- Pride Blvd Sidewalk Project resolution
- Bon Secour River restoration and cleaning project
- Sanitation Department can washer capital purchase
City Council
The City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to amend the zoning ordinance. The agenda also includes discussions on resurfacing plan maps and several resolutions regarding grants, facility repairs, and equipment purchases.
- Public hearing for an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance
- ABC license application for Circle K Store 2707057 at 8951 St. Highway 59
- Facade grants for Foley Supper Club and Scuttlebutt Pub
- Funding increase for air conditioning repair at the Foley Event Center
- Purchase of a 2023 sweeper truck for the Street Department
City Council
The council will hold public hearings regarding new 25 mph speed limits on Oak Street and West Roosevelt Avenue and a rezoning request for Turf Properties LLC. The agenda also includes second readings of ordinances for golf carts and low-speed vehicles. Additionally, several resolutions cover street department equipment purchases and board reappointments.
- Ordinance to set 25 mph speed limits on portions of Oak Street and West Roosevelt Avenue
- Rezoning property owned by Turf Properties LLC to a Planned Industrial District
- ABC liquor licenses for Gussies and Texas Roadhouse
- Resolution to increase funds for the purchase of three vehicles for the Street Department
- Change order for the Centennial Fountain Project
City Council
The City Council will review several first-reading ordinances regarding golf cart regulations, street speed limits, and sales tax rate changes. Additional items include resolutions for municipal equipment purchases, park renovations, and various city contracts.
- Ordinance to regulate golf carts and low speed vehicles
- Ordinance setting a 25 mph speed limit on Oak Street, Pine Street, and West Roosevelt Street
- Ordinance amending sales and use tax rates
- Resolution for pavilions at Graham Creek
- Resolution for a 2025 ladder truck for the Foley Fire Department
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will review several zoning changes and public hearings regarding property at 621 East Walker Ave., Riverside, and Creek Ridge. Discussion items include temporary helicopter tours at the municipal airport and various capital purchases for public works and street departments.
- Public hearing to rezone 68V Riverside 2022 LLC property from M1 to R1-D
- Public hearing to pre-zone Creek Ridge LLC property to PUD
- Resolution to allow temporary helicopter tours at Foley Municipal Airport
- Purchase of rotary lifts and a fueling system for the new Public Works Campus
- Ordinance amending regulations for golf carts and low speed vehicles on public streets
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Foley City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding city infrastructure and land use. Agenda items include street light installation on South Juniper Street and a proposal for territory annexation.
- Street light installation along South Juniper Street between East Pride Drive and County Road 20
- Lease agreement with Boss Hawg Investments, LLC for the Ice Distribution Center
- Capital purchase of a commercial washer and dryer for the Corrections Division
- Disposal of timber at Graham Creek Nature Preserve
- Public hearing for weed abatement at 303 North Beech Street
City Council
The City Council will review several ordinances regarding property rezoning and a public nuisance abatement at 9475 South Hickory St. The agenda includes multiple resolutions for purchasing city vehicles, upgrading parks, and approving various budget amendments.
- Rezoning of 68V Riverside 2022 LLC property from M1 Light Industrial to R1D Residential Single Family
- Pre-zoning of Creek Ridge LLC property to PUD Planned Unit Development
- Purchase of three 2023 John Deere Gator TX vehicles for sanitation, environmental control, and street maintenance
- $3,500.00 change order for MCS Contracting Inc's Revenue Office Addition Project
- Public hearing regarding weed abatement at 9475 South Hickory St.
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions including a property annexation for David Green and various capital project funding requests. The agenda includes items regarding public nuisance abatement at 621 East Walker Avenue and multiple vehicle acquisitions.
- Second reading of an ordinance for the Green Annexation
- Sportsplex Ditch Improvement Project funding
- Wolf Creek Headwaters Restoration Improvement Project - Phase II grant acceptance
- Purchase of a 2023 Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4x4 for the Engineering Department
- John G Walton change order of $27,025.25 for County Road 12 Turn Lane Widening
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance for a property annexation owned by David Green. The meeting includes discussions on the fiscal year 2022 financial report and a lease agreement for the Baldwin County Library Cooperative. Additional items involve various resolutions for business licenses, board appointments, and park fee waivers.
- Annexation of property owned by David Green
- ABC License for Bougie Bamas at 110 South Alston St.
- ABC License for Mudbugs and Margaritas Festival at 200 N McKenzie St.
- ABC License for Rodeo at 14338 Magnolia Creek Dr.
- Purchase of four dehumidifiers for the Justice Center
City Council
The Foley City Council will consider a road building project on South Pecan Street and an ordinance for property annexation. The agenda also includes several requests for vehicle and equipment purchases for the Fire and Nature Parks departments. Additionally, the council will review various ABC license applications.
- Approval to move forward with bidding for a road building project on South Pecan Street
- First reading of an ordinance for property annexation by Christopher and Kellie Thorton
- Equipment purchases including a John Deere Gator, 44HP tractor, Polaris UTV, and Ford Expedition
- ABC license applications for Hotel Magnolia Restaurant, Legacy C Store, and El Diablo Taqueria
- Public hearing regarding weed abatement at 708 East Myrtle Ave
City Council
The City Council will review a presentation of the annual audit by Warren Averett, LLC. The council will also consider Resolution 23-0103 to accept the FY2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
- Presentation of audit by Warren Averett, LLC
- Resolution 23-0103: Accepting the FY2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
Industrial Development Board
The Industrial Development Board is reviewing a tax abatement application and estimate for the Hecate Energy Foley Project. The board will also consider a resolution ratifying the election of officers.
- Resolution to grant a tax abatement to Hecate Energy
- Resolution ratifying and confirming the election of officers
- Approval of December 27, 2021, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning Kaymac LLC property and review an annexation petition for the Thorton property. The agenda also includes equipment purchases for city departments and various grant applications.
- Public hearing to rezone Kaymac LLC property from R1C to PUD
- Ordinance for the annexation of property owned by Christopher and Kellie Thorton
- Purchase of two zero-turn mowers and one front-mount mower for the Street Department
- ABC license application for Southern Shores Eats And Drinks at 217 N. McKenzie St.
- Resolution to approve Sawgrass Consulting, LLC for pickleball design
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing regarding weeds at 510 East Myrtle Ave. Agenda items include an ordinance to update fire codes to the 2021 International Fire Code edition and resolutions for various local projects. The meeting also includes reviewing December 2022 bills and departmental reports.
- Public hearing regarding weeds at 510 East Myrtle Ave
- Ordinance to update fire codes to the 2021 International Fire Code edition
- Resolution for Foley Justice Center Overflow Parking Expansion Project
- Resolution approving Foley Main Street Alley Enhancement
- Budget increase for Design Alabama's DesignPlace Program
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances regarding property rezonings for Keystone Development, LLC and Kaymac, LLC. The agenda also includes discussions on a stormwater management grant and updates to the local fire codes.
- Rezoning property owned by Keystone Development, LLC to PUD
- Rezoning property owned by Kaymac, LLC from residential single family to PUD
- Updating fire codes to the 2021 International Fire Code
- Supplemental agreement for construction at Foley Municipal Airport
- Purchase of mowers and a spreader for Parks and Recreation