Foley public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2025 Comprehensive Plan and an update on asphalt art and crosswalks from a Main Street Alabama grant. The regular meeting includes a first reading of an ordinance adjusting speed limits in Marlin Place subdivision, and numerous resolutions, including awarding a bid for the Mifflin Road Access Management Phase 1 to L&K Construction LLC, approving purchases for the public works campus and public safety cameras, setting public nuisance hearings for multiple properties, and re-allocating funds for the new library project. Consent agenda and departmental reports are also scheduled.

• Discussion of 2025 Comprehensive Plan (Work Session)
• First reading of ordinance amending speed limits in Marlin Place subdivision
• Resolution awarding bid for Mifflin Road Access Management Phase 1 to L&K Construction LLC
• Public nuisance hearings for properties at 22313 Miflin Road, 217 W Roosevelt Ave, 510 E Myrtle Ave, and vacant lot at CR20 & S Hickory St
• Resolution re-allocating surplus A/V funds to cover additional sitework costs for new library project

City Council

The council will hold a special called meeting on December 4, 2025. After standard opening items, the agenda includes a presentation by the Foley Education Advisory Committee (item 25-0712). The council will also hear mayoral comments and visitor comments. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by the Foley Education Advisory Committee (item 25-0712)
• Mayor's comments
• Visitor comments

All council members were present. Vice Chair David Vosloh asked the council to consider continuing and possibly increasing school funding, but no vote was taken on that request. A motion to adjourn was made by Council Member Roderick Burkle, seconded by Council Member Charles Ebert III, and carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 5:24 p.m.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the zoning ordinance and vote on resolutions regarding public nuisance abatement, street light installations, and pay classification plans for government and fire departments.

• Public hearing on amending the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance
• Public nuisance hearings for properties at 22313 Miflin Road, 1608 S. Oak Street, and 635 E Gate Circle
• Resolution amending the pay classification plan for the Fire Department
• Resolution approving street light installations at James Road and County Road 12
• Resolution approving street light installation on Hamilton Boulevard

The City Council unanimously adopted a series of resolutions, including a zoning ordinance amendment, a pay classification plan, and a $2,700 Walmart Sparks Good grant. It also approved a $79,881.50 contract with Riviera Utilities to provide water and sewer services using ADECA grant funds. Additional items such as an ABC liquor license, street‑light installations, and a drainage improvement contribution were also approved unanimously.

• Added agenda items 25-0404, 25-0706 and carried over 25-0694 (unanimous)
• Approved ABC license for Gulf Liquor (Tayaksh 25 Inc.) (unanimous)
• Adopted zoning ordinance amendment (25-0589) (unanimous)
• Adopted pay classification plan resolution (25-0604) (unanimous)
• Approved $2,700 Walmart Sparks Good grant for Shop with a Cop program (unanimous)
• Approved up to $25,000 city contribution to Cedar Street drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $79,881.50 utility contract with Riviera Utilities using ADECA grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved street‑light installation at James Road & County Road 12 for $2,957.17 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider multiple resolutions, including authorizing the mayor and city attorney to intervene or submit an amicus brief in Singleton v. City of Montgomery, a federal case on appeal that could affect municipal operations. Other business includes funding for the James Road Extension project, weed abatement public hearings, acceptance of a donation for library digital signage, and a proposed rename of Foley Municipal Airport. Several committee appointments and monthly bid approvals are also on the agenda.

• Resolution to intervene in Singleton v. City of Montgomery litigation (25-0676, 25-0677, 25-0678)
• Resolution approving additional professional services from GMC for James Road Extension Project (25-0645)
• Resolution setting public hearings for weed abatement at 1004 Summerton Drive and other properties (25-0646, 25-0647, 25-0648)
• Resolution to accept donations for digital signage at the new library (25-0649)
• Resolution to rename Foley Municipal Airport (25-0655)

The Foley City Council unanimously adopted multiple resolutions, including a $41,160 transfer from capital purchases to personnel in the Nature Parks Department and a rename of the municipal airport to “Holk Field at Foley Municipal Airport.” Other actions approved were a professional services addendum for the James Road Extension, a $750 donation for library digital signage, weed‑abatement resolutions, and fee waivers for a Thanksgiving dinner at the Civic Center.

• Removed agenda item 25-0646 (weed nuisance at 1004 Summerton Dr) – unanimous vote
• Approved consent agenda items 25-0660, 25-0665, 25-0666, 25-0667 – unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution 25-0645 approving additional professional services for James Road Extension – unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution 25-0649 accepting $750 donation for digital signage for new library – unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution 25-0655 renaming Foley Municipal Airport to “Holk Field at Foley Municipal Airport” – unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution 25-0656 approving replacement of the overhead door at the airport main building – unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution 25-0669 transferring $41,160 from capital purchases to personnel in the Nature Parks Department – unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution 25-0657 waiving Civic Center fees for the Thanksgiving dinner – unanimous vote

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will hold a meeting to approve minutes from prior meetings and consider a resolution for a lease extension. The new business item is a resolution to extend a lease with Vulcan, with associated waiver certificate and renewal documents attached.

• Approval of IDB meeting minutes from January 17, 2025
• Approval of IDB meeting minutes from October 3, 2024
• Resolution 25-0570: Lease Extension with Vulcan
• Consideration of IDB Resolution Waiver Certificate
• IDB-Vulcan Lease Renewal document dated July 30, 2025

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several ordinances, including new regulations for mining and quarrying operations and a maximum axle limit on Park Avenue. Other business includes resolutions for downtown lighting, library furniture procurement, and funding for road extensions and sidewalk projects. The meeting also features a first reading of a zoning ordinance amendment.

• Public hearing and second reading of ordinance regulating mining and quarrying operations
• Public hearing and second reading of ordinance setting maximum axle limit on Park Avenue between South Hickory Street and South Pine Street
• Resolution to purchase lighting for downtown business owners
• Resolution authorizing solicitation of bids for new library furniture and appropriating funds
• Resolution to approve funding for Industrial Park Road extension and permission to go to bid

The council unanimously adopted three amendments to the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance and a maximum axle‑limit ordinance for Park Avenue. It also approved a series of resolutions covering downtown lighting, pay‑class reorganization, equipment purchases, and funding for sidewalk and road projects. All motions passed by unanimous vote.

• Adopted Zoning Ordinance amendment (25-0589) – unanimous
• Adopted Zoning Ordinance amendment to regulate mining and quarrying (25-0530) – unanimous
• Adopted Zoning Ordinance amendment (25-0537) – unanimous
• Adopted Maximum Axle Limit Ordinance for Park Avenue (25-0523) – unanimous
• Approved Highway 59 sidewalk design services contract $55,200 (25-0598) – unanimous
• Approved $70,000 funding and bid permission for Industrial Park Road Extension (25-0599) – unanimous
• Adopted resolution for downtown lighting project (25-0574) – unanimous
• Approved business license for non‑consumable hemp products (25-0601) – unanimous

City Council

The City Council is meeting to administer oaths of office to the Mayor-Elect and Council Members. The body will elect a Council President and President Pro Tempore and establish rules of procedure for the four-year term. The meeting includes the appointment of judicial, executive, and director-level city officers.

• Swearing in of Mayor-Elect Ralph Hellmich and five Council Members
• Election of Council President and Council President Pro Tempore
• Appointment of Municipal Judge, Assistant Municipal Judge, and City Prosecutor
• Appointment of City Administrator and four Executive Directors
• Appointment of Finance Director, Fire Chief, Police Chief, City Clerk, HR Director, City Planner, and City Engineer

The newly elected mayor and council members were sworn into office. The council elected a president and a president pro tempore and adopted rules of procedure for the four‑year term. All listed appointments to city boards, judicial officers, and executive positions were approved by unanimous vote.

• Elected Council President (unanimous)
• Elected Council President Pro Tempore (unanimous)
• Adopted order and rules of procedure for four‑year term (unanimous)
• Appointed Council representatives to various city boards (unanimous)
• Appointed Municipal Judge and Assistant Municipal Judge (unanimous)
• Appointed City Administrator (unanimous)
• Appointed Finance Director/City Treasurer (unanimous)
• Appointed Fire Chief and Police Chief (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council holds a work session and regular meeting. They will discuss a proposed increase to the Balloon Festival sponsorship. Second-reading ordinances include accepting public infrastructure in Ledgewick Subdivision and declaring several real properties surplus for sale. Resolutions cover commendations for departing council members, contract approvals, pay classification amendments, and other operational matters.

• Discuss increase to the Balloon Festival sponsorship (item 25-0580)
• Second reading: Ordinance accepting rights-of-way and infrastructure in Ledgewick Subdivision Phases 1, 2b, and 3 (25-0521)
• Second readings: Three ordinances declaring surplus real property for sale (Marinetrans/Baldwin Industrial, Brabner/Hollon, A-1 Insulating) (25-0527, 25-0531, 25-0532)
• Resolution approving WAS Design's professional services contract for the Cat Alley Entrance Project (25-0561)
• Resolution amending pay classification plan in the Police Department (25-0567)

During the October 20, 2025 meeting, the council unanimously adopted four ordinances (Nos. 25‑0521, 25‑0527, 25‑0531, 25‑0532) that declare specific real‑property parcels surplus and authorize their sale. The same session also approved a $50,000 purchase of a 2026 Ford F150 for the Planning & Development Inspections Department, an $11,000 contract for the Cat Alley Entrance Project, a change order for the Park Avenue traffic‑calming improvements, and an amendment converting a police officer position to a civilian role. All actions were approved by unanimous vote.

• Adopted Ordinance 25-0521 (Accepting ROW in Ledgewick Subdivision) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 25-0527 (Surplus property sale – Marinetrans) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 25-0531 (Surplus property sale – Brabner) – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 25-0532 (Surplus property sale – A-1 Insulating) – unanimous
• Approved $50,000 purchase of a 2026 Ford F150 for Planning & Development Inspections – unanimous
• Approved $11,000 contract for WAS Design services on Cat Alley Entrance Project – unanimous
• Approved Change Order #1 for Park Avenue Traffic Calming Improvements – unanimous
• Approved amendment converting a police officer position to a civilian role – unanimous

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold a public hearing on a weed abatement at 1810 S. Cedar St. and consider multiple first‑reading ordinances, including a zoning code amendment to regulate mining and quarrying and a maximum axle limit for Park Avenue. The council will also vote on several procurement resolutions, such as the purchase of a new Way Sidewinder ASL garbage truck and a knuckleboom loader for the sanitation department. Additional actions include accepting a grant for airport apron pavement maintenance and authorizing the repurchase of property from Baldwin Cold Logistics.

• Public Hearing (25-0517) to declare weeds a public nuisance at 1810 S. Cedar St.
• Ordinance (25-0530) amending the Foley Zoning Code to regulate mining and quarrying operations
• Ordinance (25-0523) setting a maximum axle limit for Park Avenue between South Hickory St. and South Pine St.
• Resolution (25-0509) approving the purchase of a new Way Sidewinder ASL garbage truck
• Resolution (25-0510) approving the purchase of a knuckleboom loader for the Sanitation Department

The Foley City Council unanimously adopted multiple ordinances covering right‑of‑way, axle limits, surplus property sales, zoning amendments for mining, and other regulatory updates. It also passed resolutions appointing a council member, waiving fees for the LeTour De Foley bike ride, and authorizing several capital purchases, including a new garbage truck, a knuckleboom loader, a heavy‑haul lowboy, and a change order for the Public Works Campus. One property‑acquisition resolution was adopted by a majority vote with one abstention. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Ordinance accepting ROW and infrastructure improvements in Ledgewick Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance setting maximum axle limit on Park Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance declaring surplus property and authorizing its sale (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance amending the zoning code to regulate mining and quarrying (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution appointing Roderick Burkle to fill Council District 3 vacancy (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution waiving fees for the LeTour De Foley 2025 bicycle ride (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution to purchase a new Way Sidewinder ASL garbage truck for $415,665 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution to purchase a 2026 Kenworth W900L heavy‑haul lowboy for $312,448 (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council meeting will consider departmental reports, several ordinances related to rights‑of‑way and infrastructure, and multiple resolutions. Key decisions include continuing a pedestrian‑bridge service contract, approving street‑light electricity for Lakeview Gardens Phase 2, and appropriating funds for renovating the Public Works Building. The council will also address a model‑home infrastructure agreement and a rights‑of‑way vacation for nearby commercial property.

• Ordinance (25-0290) accepting public rights‑of‑way and infrastructure improvements for Blue Marlin LLC (Marlin Place Subdivision)
• Ordinance (25-0457) accepting public rights‑of‑way and infrastructure improvements for Quail Landing Phase 1‑3
• Resolution (25-0445) continuing the service agreement with TK Elevator Corporation for pedestrian‑bridge maintenance for three years
• Resolution (25-0485) approving electricity service for street lights in Lakeview Gardens Phase 2
• Resolution (25-0497) appropriating funds for renovation of the Public Works Building

The City Council adopted a resolution approving the Model Home Infrastructure Construction and Hold Harmless Agreement with Kolter Development for the Cresswind Sandy Creek site. It also approved several other items, including a vacation of rights‑of‑way for Springdale Stores and Delaney Investments, continuation of the TK Elevator contract for the pedestrian bridge, and street‑light projects. All motions passed by unanimous vote.

• Approved Model Home Infrastructure Agreement with Kolter Development (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of rights‑of‑way for Springdale Stores, Inc. and Delaney Investments, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized continuation of TK Elevator contract for pedestrian bridge maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved street‑light installation on Cater Lee Way ($2,323.24 installation charge, $40 monthly fee) (unanimous)
• Waived permit fees for South Baldwin Literacy Council (unanimous)
• Waived building and zoning fees for Ecumenical Ministries, Inc. (unanimous)
• Appropriated funds for renovation of the Public Works building (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance accepting public rights‑of‑way for Blue Marlin LLC (Marlin Place Subdivision) (unanimous)

City Council

The council adopted Resolution 25-1320-RES to officially canvass and confirm the 2025 municipal election results. After initially adopting, rescinding, and then re‑adopting the resolution, each motion passed unanimously. The council also adjourned the meeting unanimously at 12:12 p.m.

• Adopt Resolution 25-1320-RES canvassing election results (unanimous)
• Rescind earlier adoption of the election canvass resolution (unanimous)
• Re‑adopt Resolution 25-1320-RES confirming total votes (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold public hearings on declaring weeds a nuisance and consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The agenda includes resolutions for airport infrastructure grants, a police chief's oath of office, and accepting public rights-of-way for city maintenance.

• Public hearings to declare weeds a nuisance at 607 East Orange Avenue and 12493 John Arthur Dr.
• Ordinance adopting zoning ordinance amendments (first reading)
• Resolution adopting Fiscal Year 2026 budgets
• Resolutions for airport improvement grants (ALDOT and FAA)
• Resolution accepting public rights-of-way in Quail Landing and Glenlakes phases

The City Council approved the FY 2026 budget and accepted a $4,000,000 NOAA grant to purchase 470 acres of Wolf Bay habitat. It also authorized multiple airport grant applications, a mental‑health services contract for the police, and a $71,112.20 grinder‑pump change order. All actions passed by unanimous vote.

• Adopted FY 2026 budget (unanimous)
• Accepted $4,000,000 NOAA grant for Wolf Bay habitat acquisition (unanimous)
• Approved commercial freezer and refrigerator purchase for Police (unanimous)
• Approved grinder‑pump change order $71,112.20 for Public Works Campus (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign mental‑health services contract with AltaPointe Health Systems (unanimous)
• Approved FY 26 ALDOT pre‑application for 10‑unit T‑Hangar at municipal airport (unanimous)
• Approved FY 26 FAA/ALDOT pre‑applications for airport taxilanes, infrastructure grant, and drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Removed resolutions authorizing entry for nuisance abatement at 607 East Orange Ave. and 12493 John Arthur Dr. (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting with first readings of ordinances including a new excise tax on consumable vapor products and related business licensing, as well as second readings on two annexation ordinances. The Council will also consider resolutions for a development agreement with Kolter for Cresswind Sandy Creek, additional funding for GeoCon's engineering services for the new Public Works Campus, and the Beulah Heights Drainage Project. Several consent agenda items and reports are scheduled.

• First reading of ordinance to levy excise tax and require business licenses for consumable vapor products
• Second reading of two ordinances to annex territory from Baldwin County Commission (Portion of CR 65 and Hwy 98 area)
• Resolution approving development agreement between Kolter Development and City of Foley for Cresswind Sandy Creek
• Resolution approving additional funding for GeoCon's construction engineering and inspection for new Public Works Campus
• Resolution allocating funds for Beulah Heights Drainage Project (Michigan St Pond)

The council adopted a local excise tax and business‑license ordinance for consumable vapor products, voting unanimously. It also approved several other items, including a public rights‑of‑way ordinance, an assistant city clerk elections authority, two annexations, a resolution rescinding a prior rights‑of‑way resolution, additional funding for GeoCon testing services (majority vote), and funding for the Beulah Heights drainage project.

• Adopted local vape product excise tax and business‑license ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved public rights‑of‑way and infrastructure improvements ordinance for Glenlakes Phases 3A‑3C (first reading, unanimous)
• Authorized assistant city clerk to serve as elections manager (unanimous)
• Adopted annexation of territory within city limits (CR 65 transfer) (unanimous)
• Adopted annexation of territory abutting city limits (HWY98‑FBE) (unanimous)
• Rescinded Resolution 25‑1109, contingent on the vape ordinance taking effect (unanimous)
• Approved additional funding for GeoCon testing services for the new Public Works campus (majority vote: 3 aye, 0 nay, 1 abstain)
• Approved funding and bid for the Beulah Heights Drainage Project (unanimous)

Public Facilities Cooperative District

The Public Facilities Cooperative District will consider two resolutions: ratifying the election of officers and adopting the FY2026 budget. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments.

• Resolution to ratify election of officers (25-0428)
• Resolution to adopt FY2026 budget (25-0424) with attached budget and cash flow document
• Approval of December 2, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider ordinances regarding zoning amendments for unrelated people and territory annexations. The body will also vote on various infrastructure projects, grant acceptances, and business licenses.

• Public hearing and ordinance 25-0326 regarding zoning for unrelated people
• Annexation ordinances for territory including CR 65 and HWY98-FBE
• Resolution 25-0380 for Southern Grace Bridal & Tuxedo, LLC business license
• Resolution 25-0392 for Michigan Avenue Roundabouts professional services contract addendum
• Resolution 25-0389 for Tacos and Tequila Festival rental of Heritage Park and alcohol variance

The council approved a zoning ordinance amendment concerning unrelated people and two annexation ordinances expanding the city’s limits. It also adopted several resolutions, including denial of a business license, approval of new street lights, a park rental with an alcohol variance, a contract addendum for roundabout design, and a purchase of a rapid‑defense barrier system using grant funds. All actions passed by unanimous vote.

• Adopted zoning ordinance amendment for unrelated people (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of territory within city limits (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of territory abutting city limits (unanimous)
• Denied business license for Southern Grace Bridal & Tuxedo (unanimous)
• Approved two new street lights at County Road 65 and Airport Road (unanimous)
• Approved Heritage Park rental and alcohol variance for Tacos & Tequila Festival (unanimous)
• Approved professional services contract addendum for Michigan Avenue roundabouts (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Meridian Rapid Defense Barrier System using grant funds (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss a resolution approving a settlement for pending litigation. The session includes an executive session before the public comment period.

• Consideration of a resolution to approve a settlement in pending litigation
• Executive Session scheduled prior to public comments

The council adopted Resolution 25-0403 to settle a pending lawsuit, with a unanimous vote. Earlier, the council added item 25-0418 to the agenda and approved a capital purchase of a new commercial freezer for the Corrections Department, both unanimously. The meeting also entered an executive session and was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Added agenda item 25-0418 (capital freezer purchase) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution 25-0418 for commercial freezer purchase – unanimous
• Approved Resolution 25-0403 to settle pending litigation – unanimous
• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation – unanimous
• Adjourned the meeting – unanimous

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold public hearings on declaring weeds as a public nuisance at two properties and consider revoking a business license. The body will also vote on second reading for an entertainment district, approve capital purchases for police drones and UTVs, and approve a contract amendment for the Farmers & Fishermen’s Market.

• Second reading of ordinance establishing Downtown Foley Arts and Entertainment District
• Public hearing to revoke business license for Colt Grill
• Resolution approving capital purchase of police drones and accessories
• Resolution approving contract amendment for Farmers & Fishermen’s Market
• Public hearing to declare weeds a nuisance at 24269 Bay View Dr.

The council approved an ordinance creating a downtown entertainment district. It also adopted eight unanimous resolutions covering a development waiver denial, a park fee waiver, a public nuisance hearing, police equipment purchases, a historic grant, and June 2025 bid approvals.

• Adopted Ordinance establishing downtown entertainment district (unanimous)
• Denied waiver request from the moratorium for property at Pride and Juniper (unanimous)
• Approved fee waiver for Max Griffin Park Walk‑a‑Thon event (unanimous)
• Set public hearing to declare 607 East Orange Avenue a public nuisance (unanimous)
• Approved capital purchase of police UAVs and accessories (unanimous)
• Approved capital purchase of a police UTV (unanimous)
• Accepted the American WWII Heritage Cities Grant (unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 monthly bid awards (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning ordinance amendments and a rezoning of property from AO to B1A. They will consider first readings of ordinances for an entertainment district and unrelated people zoning, and vote on numerous resolutions including capital purchases for police, airport hangar construction, and street improvements.

• Public hearing to rezone Eleanor K. Flowers property south of County Road 12 and east of Foley Beach Express from AO to B1A
• First reading of ordinance establishing an Entertainment District for downtown Foley Arts and Entertainment District
• Resolution awarding FY25 resurfacing project bid to Arrington Curb & Excavation, Inc.
• Resolution accepting FAA grant for construction of an 8-unit T-hangar at Foley Municipal Airport
• Resolutions approving capital purchases for police department: a robot and a speed trailer

The Foley City Council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, all by unanimous vote. Key actions included adopting an entertainment district ordinance for downtown, approving traffic‑calming and speed‑limit standards, and authorizing street‑light installation on West Birch Avenue. The council also approved capital purchases for police equipment, several grant resolutions, and recommendations for ABC liquor licenses.

• Approved entertainment district ordinance for downtown Foley (unanimous)
• Adopted traffic‑calming and speed‑limit standardization ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved street‑light installation on West Birch Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved police department tactical robot purchase (unanimous)
• Approved police department speed‑trailer purchase (unanimous)
• Adopted facade grant resolution for 112 W Laurel Ave (unanimous)
• Recommended ABC licenses for DOCS Seafood Shack, Legacy Spirits 4, and Goodfellas Fine Cigars (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Eleanor K. Flowers property from AO to B1A (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading of an ordinance to adopt the 2024 International Building Codes, updating fire safety and inspection codes. They will also consider a first reading of a traffic calming ordinance for the Southeast Quadrant, an ABC license for Mi Pueblito Taqueria, and multiple resolutions covering weed abatement, grant applications, equipment purchases, and event approvals.

• Second reading: adopt 2024 International Building Codes and coastal supplemental provisions
• First reading: Southeast Quadrant traffic calming and speed limit standardization
• Public hearing on weed abatement at 9475 Hickory St.
• ABC license for Mi Pueblito Taqueria at 315 S McKenzie St.
• Resolution to use impact fee funding for paving Pilgrim Street Extension

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance 25‑0112, updating Foley’s building regulations to the 2024 International Building Codes and related coastal provisions. It also approved the Southeast Quadrant traffic‑calming and speed‑limit ordinance (25‑0294) on first reading. Additional unanimous approvals included a recommendation for an ABC liquor license for MI PUEBLITO TAQUERIA, a resolution appointing the City Clerk as Elections Manager, and a resolution authorizing purchase of life‑saving equipment with opioid settlement funds.

• Adopted Ordinance 25‑0112 updating to 2024 International Building Codes (unanimous vote)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑0294 Southeast Quadrant traffic‑calming and speed‑limit (unanimous vote)
• Recommended ABC license for MI PUEBLITO TAQUERIA LLC (unanimous vote)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑1179 amending Community Development Department pay classification (unanimous vote)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑1180 appointing City Clerk as Elections Manager and Absentee Elections Manager (unanimous vote)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑1181 approving purchase of protective equipment using opioid funding (unanimous vote)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑1182 approving Change Order #1 for CDD Generator project ($750) (unanimous vote)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑1192 using $295,000 for Mel Roberts Park improvements (irrigation, sod, barn, fencing) (unanimous vote)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several ordinances, including a zoning amendment and a speed limit reduction. The body is also reviewing resolutions for infrastructure projects, including sidewalk construction and street resurfacing.

• First reading of an ordinance to reduce the speed limit on County Road 65
• Rezoning of property owned by Eleanor K. Flowers from Agricultural Open Space to Extended Business District
• Appropriation of construction funds for the Cedar St Sidewalk Phase II Project
• Solicitation of bids for the FY 2025 Resurfacing Project
• Approval of GMC's Professional Land Surveying Proposal for Foley Industrial Park Two Lot Minor Subdivision

The council unanimously adopted an ordinance to reduce the speed limit on County Road 65, suspending normal rules for immediate adoption. It also approved the Downtown Streetscape public project, subdivision regulations, and several zoning and rezoning measures. Additionally, the council passed resolutions covering lease policy thresholds, a grant for a Graham Creek trail, and construction funding for the Cedar Street sidewalk Phase II project.

• Adopted Ordinance to reduce speed limit on County Road 65 (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Streetscape public project recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved Subdivision Regulations from Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Eleanor K. Flowers property to B1A (unanimous)
• Approved new Lease and Subscription policy raising threshold to $100,000 (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 Gulf Coast Resource Conservation grant for Graham Creek trail (unanimous)
• Approved construction funds for Cedar St Sidewalk Phase II (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will consider a series of resolutions and an ordinance during its May 19, 2025 meeting. Items include approving professional services for Chicago street improvements, purchasing decorative bollards for downtown, and authorizing additional funding for the East Jessamine Street Extension project. The council will also adopt an ordinance for public rights‑of‑way in Lakeview Gardens Phase 2 and move forward with a bid for downtown street lighting.

• Ordinance accepting public rights‑of‑way and infrastructure improvements in Lakeview Gardens Phase 2
• Resolution approving JADE Consulting's professional services agreement for Chicago Street Improvements from US 98 to Orange Avenue
• Resolution approving the purchase of decorative bollards for downtown areas
• Resolution to go to bid for the downtown lighting project to illuminate West Jessamine Street from Highway 59 to North Alston Street
• Resolution approving additional funding for the East Jessamine Street Extension Project

The Foley City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance for Lakeview Gardens Phase 2 rights‑of‑way and approved a professional services agreement for the Chicago Street and US 98 to Orange Avenue streetscape design. It also approved several resolutions covering fireworks, downtown bollards, street lighting, courtroom furnishings, the East Jessamine Street extension, and a five‑year airport services contract.

• Adopted Ordinance for Lakeview Gardens Phase 2 rights‑of‑way (unanimous)
• Approved JADE Consulting agreement for Chicago St. and US 98 to Orange Ave. streetscape design (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 OWA Fourth of July fireworks display (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of decorative bollards for downtown areas (unanimous)
• Approved go‑to‑bid for downtown lighting project on West Jessamine St (unanimous)
• Approved $9,243.80 from MCJAF fund for courtroom multipurpose tables (unanimous)
• Approved additional funding for East Jessamine St. extension project (unanimous)
• Approved 5‑year professional services agreement with Volkert, Inc. for Foley Municipal Airport (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss a resolution regarding the city's personnel system. The session includes time for comments from the mayor and visitors.

• Resolution 25-0155: Modifying the City's Personnel System Policy (PSP)

The council unanimously adopted Resolution 25-0155 to modify the City’s Personnel System Policy on benefits and retirement. They also voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss a call‑letter request related to pending litigation. Later, the council unanimously adopted Resolution 25-0228, authorizing the mayor to negotiate a settlement and terminate an ongoing legal matter.

• Adopted Resolution 25-0155 modifying Personnel System Policy (unanimous)
• Approved move into executive session to discuss call‑letter request (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-0228 authorizing mayor to settle legal case (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the city's zoning code, then consider second readings for that amendment and several other ordinances, including traffic calming, speed limit reductions, and electronic voting devices. A notable proposal is a six-month suspension of consideration for certain residential projects, rezoning requests, and subdivisions. The council will also vote on multiple resolutions for equipment purchases, agreements, and a liquor license for Fairfield Inn & Suites.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 25-0204 amending the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance
• Ordinance 25-0217 to temporarily suspend consideration of certain residential projects, rezoning requests, and subdivisions
• Second reading of Ordinance 25-0183 for Southwest Quadrant Traffic Calming Implementation and Speed Limit Standardization
• Second reading of Ordinance 25-0190 to reduce speed limit on James Road
• Resolution 25-0209 approving Intergovernmental Service Agreement with Baldwin County for Michigan Avenue/Hickory Street intersection improvements

The council adopted several ordinances, including a temporary suspension of residential project approvals, amendments to the zoning ordinance, and new traffic and speed‑limit rules. It also approved an ABC license recommendation for ONS Hospitality LLC and funded an $11,000 air‑conditioning unit for City Hall. All actions were approved by unanimous vote.

• Adopted Ordinance accepting public rights‑of‑way in Lakeview Gardens Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Adopted amendment to the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted Southwest Quadrant traffic‑calming and speed‑limit standardization ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance reducing the speed limit on James Road (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance establishing electronic vote‑counting devices (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance temporarily suspending residential project approvals (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ABC license for ONS Hospitality LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $11,000 purchase of an A/C unit for City Hall (unanimous)

City Council

The Council will hold first readings on ordinances adopting the 2024 International Building Codes, establishing traffic calming in the Southwest Quadrant, and reducing the speed limit on James Road. The consent agenda includes departmental reports and paid bills. Numerous resolutions cover capital projects, budget adjustments, and land use.

• First reading of ordinance adopting 2024 International Building Codes and coastal supplemental provisions (25-0112)
• First reading of ordinance approving Southwest Quadrant traffic calming and speed limit standardization (25-0183)
• First reading of ordinance reducing speed limit on James Road (25-0190)
• Resolution approving road building project for Wilson/Equestrian Park Road with Allen Engineering (25-0174)
• Resolution appropriating funds for Highway 59 sidewalk project from Roosevelt to E Azalea Ave (25-0177)

The Foley City Council approved a road building project for Wilson/Equestrian Park Road and accepted a professional services agreement. It also adopted several ordinances updating building codes and traffic standards, and approved a range of resolutions covering parks, stormwater, fire department needs, and a licensing recommendation. All actions were recorded with the indicated vote outcomes.

• Approved Wilson/Equestrian Park Road building project (majority 3-1)
• Recommended ABC License for Cobblestone Hotel (majority 3-1)
• Adopted ordinance amending codes to 2024 International Building Codes (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance for Southwest Quadrant traffic calming and speed limit standardization (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance reducing speed limit on James Road (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution waiving fees for Max Griffin Park use by Kiwanis Club (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution approving addendum to Michigan Ave stormwater pond project (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution approving contract for Wolf Creek Restoration Project construction management (unanimous)

City Council

The Foley City Council meeting includes three public hearings: one to amend Ordinance No. 387-87 and rezone the property owned by Elbert & Bernice Hare from R1A to a Planned Unit Development, a second to consider a broader amendment to the City’s zoning ordinance, and a third to adopt an ordinance changing the city’s single‑member voting districts. In addition, the council will consider several resolutions covering ABC liquor licenses, a traffic‑calming project on Park Avenue, and other service and capital purchases.

• Public hearing to amend Ordinance No. 387-87, rezoning Hare property from R1A to Planned Unit Development
• Public hearing to consider amending the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance
• Public hearing to adopt an ordinance amending the single‑member voting districts of Foley
• Resolution approving ABC license for Publix Alabama LLC (retail beer) at 9913 Foley Beach Express
• Resolution approving the Park Avenue traffic‑calming project and appropriating funds for construction

The council unanimously approved a package of ordinances, including amendments to the city’s zoning ordinance, the single‑member voting districts, and a rezoning of the Hare property to a Planned Unit Development. It also approved the traffic‑calming project on Park Avenue, two ABC liquor licenses, a SEEDS grant proposal, and a contract for Hickory Street resurfacing.

• Adopted zoning ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted amendment to single‑member voting districts (unanimous)
• Adopted rezoning of Elbert & Bernice Hare property to PUD (unanimous)
• Approved Park Avenue traffic‑calming resolution (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ABC licenses for Publix Alabama LLC and Towne Tap (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to pursue SEEDS grant via Goodwyn Mills Cawood (unanimous)
• Awarded bid to McElhenney Construction for Hickory Street resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved application for FY2025 Legislative Event Grant (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a second-reading ordinance to declare certain real property surplus and authorize its exchange for other property. Other business includes first reading of an ordinance establishing the polling place for the 2025 municipal election, multiple resolutions on equipment purchases (including a CAT 320 excavator), fee waivers for events, and appointments to advisory boards.

• Second reading: Ordinance to declare certain real property surplus and authorize transfer in exchange for other property (25-0092)
• First reading: Ordinance to establish polling place for 2025 City of Foley Municipal Election (25-0120)
• ABC license (Restaurant Retail Liquor) for Cheeseburger Randy LLC at 2019 S Alston Street
• Resolution to approve purchase of a 2025 CAT 320 excavator for the Street Department
• Resolution approving additional funds for professional services for Downtown Residential Streetscape Conceptual Design

City Council

The Foley City Council will meet for a work session and regular meeting, with first readings on redistricting single-member voting districts, declaring property surplus for exchange, and rezoning property from R1A to PUD. Resolutions include purchasing 10 police vehicles and equipment, approving ABC licenses for First Watch and a festival, and waiving fees for Boy Scout Troop 77 and a drug overdose awareness event.

• First reading of ordinance to amend single-member voting districts (redistricting)
• First reading to rezone Elbert & Bernice Hare property from R1A to PUD
• Resolution to purchase 10 police vehicles and equipment ($ amounts not specified)
• Second reading of ordinance to declare certain real property surplus and authorize conveyance
• Resolution to use remaining funds for bike racks in downtown Foley

City Council

The Foley City Council is holding a special-called meeting to receive the audited annual comprehensive financial report for fiscal year 2024 from Warren Averett, LLC. The sole action item is a resolution to accept that audit report.

• Presentation of audit by Warren Averett, LLC
• Resolution 25-0097 accepting the FY2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting. Among the items for action are an ordinance establishing mayor and council salaries (first reading), a resolution accepting a Highway Safety Improvement Program grant for pedestrian improvements, and a resolution to approve funding for the Pilgrim Street extension and authorize bidding. Numerous other resolutions involve surplus declarations, fee waivers, and equipment purchases.

• Ordinance 25-0014 establishing the salary of the mayor and council members (first reading)
• Resolution 25-0055 accepting the Highway Safety Improvement Program grant for pedestrian improvements
• Resolution 25-0063 approving funding for Pilgrim Street extension and permission to go to bid
• Resolution 25-0067 approving decorative lighting at Section Avenue and along the Rose Trail
• Resolution 25-0077 approving rendering of the Safe Room building

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider amending the Zoning Ordinance. The body is also reviewing an ordinance to create impact fees for new developments to fund parks, recreation, and transportation infrastructure.

• Ordinance 25-0045 to create impact fees for new developments
• Ordinance 25-0019 regarding annexation of property owned by Delaney Investments Inc.
• Resolution 25-0039 for resurfacing repairs on North Hickory Street between Section Avenue and Magnolia Avenue
• Resolution 25-0040 for Change Order #4 for the Juniper Street South Extension Project
• Resolution 25-0033 to purchase 3 portable message board signs for the Street Department

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting, hearing presentations on Foley High School and Main Street's annual report, then considering a first-reading ordinance to annex property owned by Delaney Investments Inc. Other actions include resolutions for armory renovations bid award, purchase of two F150 trucks, a lease for auxiliary parking at 200 W. Laurel, and various approvals and grants.

• First reading of ordinance to annex Delaney Investments Inc. property into city limits
• Resolution approving bid award and funds for Armory Renovations
• Resolution to purchase two F150 trucks from Riviera Utilities
• Resolution to approve lease agreement for auxiliary parking at 200 W. Laurel
• Resolution waiving fees for Heritage Park use by South Baldwin Chamber Foundation's BBQ & Blues Cook-Off

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will consider a resolution to grant a tax abatement to Green Health Laboratories, LLC, along with a resolution to ratify the election of officers. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting.

• Resolution to grant a tax abatement to Green Health Laboratories, LLC (Item 25-0031)
• Resolution ratifying and confirming the election of officers (Item 25-0032)
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 3, 2024

City Council

The Foley City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances to rezone and prezone property owned by Delaney Investments Inc./Springdale Stores Inc. from B-1A to Planned Unit Development (PUD), located south of Pastoral Lane and east of Foley Beach Express. The council is also set to give final approval to those rezoning ordinances on second reading, along with first readings of other zoning amendments and a surplus property sale. Other items include ABC license approvals for a festival and a Pizza Hut, fee waivers for an Alzheimer's fundraiser, budget adjustments from the drug fund, and declarations of surplus equipment.

• Public hearing to rezone property south of Pastoral Lane and east of Foley Beach Express from B-1A to PUD (Ordinance 25-0001)
• Public hearing to prezone same property to PUD (Ordinance 25-0005)
• Second reading and final adoption of ordinances rezoning and prezoning the Delaney property (Items 24-0711 and 24-0712)
• ABC license for Beach Life Events Inc. to serve alcohol at Gumbo and Alabama Slammer Festival on Jan 25 at 200 N. McKenzie Street
• Resolution approving $1,618.10 budget increase from Restricted Local Drug Fund for department expenses