Gadsden public meetings in 2021

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will discuss a resolution authorizing Gadsden to join the State of Alabama and other local governments as a participant in the ENDO settlement. The meeting also includes updates on nuisance abatement resolutions for properties on Fillmore Avenue and Main Street.

• Resolution R-289-21: Joining the ENDO settlement
• Nuisance abatement update for 1404 Fillmore Avenue
• Nuisance abatement resolution R-288-21 for 1610 Main Street
• Ratification of payments for December 10 - 16, 2021

The Gadsden City Council approved a resolution to join Alabama's opioid settlement with Endo, potentially receiving $110,953 for the city. They also adopted a resolution to abate a nuisance at 1610 Main Street, which had been tabled. The council entered executive session for pending litigation, and ratified weekly payments.

• Approved joining Endo opioid settlement (unanimous)
• Adopted nuisance abatement resolution for 1610 Main Street (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System accounts for Dec 10-16, totaling $520,505.54 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Dec 14 work session and council meeting (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for pending litigation (6-1, Cannon opposed)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding rezoning requests for properties on Forrest Avenue. The agenda also includes resolutions for a special use permit, cybersecurity software, and a construction agreement with the State of Alabama.

• Rezoning 2100 block of Forrest Avenue from B-2 to I-1
• Rezoning 2200 block of Forrest Avenue from R-2 to B-2
• Special use permit for Dish Wireless at 801 South Belmont Drive
• Agreement with Thinkgard, LLC for Cyber Security Software
• Construction agreement with the State of Alabama for downtown sidewalk improvements

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved a $5,657,213.90 contract with Bob Smith Construction for the Gadsden Sports Park Phase 2 project, along with a $106,500 road patching bid. Two rezoning ordinances on Forrest Avenue were adopted, and a lounge liquor license for Avery Blues Hall of Famer was tabled for 90 days pending a court hearing. Several other resolutions were passed, including a $139,623.13 cybersecurity software agreement and a $621,000 downtown sidewalk improvement agreement.

• Approved $5,657,213.90 bid for Sports Park Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved $106,500 bid for Sports Park road patching (unanimous)
• Adopted rezoning of 2100 block Forrest Ave to I-1 (unanimous)
• Adopted rezoning of 2200 block Forrest Ave to B-2 (unanimous)
• Tabled lounge liquor license for Avery Blues Hall of Famer for 90 days (unanimous)
• Approved $139,623.13 ThinkGard cybersecurity agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $621,000 downtown sidewalk improvement agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $329,964.92 FEMA grant application for fire equipment (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to receive COVID-19 updates, approve minutes, ratify payments, and issue proclamations. The main business is a resolution to abate a nuisance at 1208 Windsor Street and public hearings on nuisance abatements for four other properties. No new business is listed.

• Resolution R-274-21: nuisance abatement at 1208 Windsor Street
• Public hearing R-275-21: nuisance abatement at 902 Maryland Avenue
• Public hearing R-276-21: nuisance abatement at 2326 Hill Avenue
• Public hearing R-277-21: nuisance abatement at 2707 Sansom Avenue
• Public hearing R-278-21: nuisance abatement at 2121 Fairview Road

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved five resolutions ordering nuisance abatement on properties at 1208 Windsor Street, 902 Maryland Avenue, 2326 Hill Avenue, 2707 Sansom Avenue, and 2121 Fairview Road. The council also approved prior meeting minutes and ratified HTE System payments totaling $872,215.74. Bid openings for the Gadsden Sports Park Phase 2 and road patching were received, with recommendations pending.

• Adopted Resolution R-274-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 1208 Windsor Street (District 1).
• Adopted Resolution R-275-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 902 Maryland Avenue (District 2).
• Adopted Resolution R-276-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 2326 Hill Avenue (District 6).
• Adopted Resolution R-277-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 2707 Sansom Avenue (District 6).
• Adopted Resolution R-278-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 2121 Fairview Road (District 7).
• Approved minutes of the November 30, 2021 work session and council meeting by unanimous vote.
• Ratified HTE System accounts for the week of November 26-December 2, totaling $872,215.74, by unanimous vote.
• Received bids for Gadsden Sports Park Phase 2 and road patching; forwarded to City Engineer for recommendation.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council meeting includes discussions on authorizing TIF funds for the Venue at Coosa Landing and several contract awards. The agenda also features a public hearing regarding a nuisance abatement at 936 Willow Street.

• Ordinance O-17-21: Authorizing TIF funds for Venue at Coosa Landing
• Public Hearing R-266-21: Nuisance abatement at 936 Willow Street
• Resolution R-267-21: Awarding bid for Towing and Recovery Services
• Resolution R-268-21: Awarding bid for Locust Street Railroad Patching Project
• Resolution R-273-21: Agreement with EE Group, Inc. for Tuscaloosa Avenue Pedestrian Lighting Project

The Gadsden City Council approved an ordinance appropriating $112,000 from Tax Increment Financing funds for architectural and engineering services related to the expansion of the venue at Coosa Landing. The council also awarded three bids, including a $169,900.12 contract for cemetery lawn maintenance that passed with Councilman Williams voting no. A public hearing was held and a resolution was adopted ordering the abatement of a nuisance property at 936 Willow Street.

• Adopted Ordinance O-17-21, appropriating $112,000 from TIF funds for architectural and engineering services for the Coosa Landing venue expansion.
• Adopted Resolution R-266-21, ordering abatement of a nuisance at 936 Willow Street.
• Awarded Bid No. 3461 to Hare Wrecker Service, Inc. for towing and recovery services.
• Awarded Bid No. 3462 to James E. Watts & Sons Contractors for the Locust Street Railroad Patching Project.
• Awarded Bid No. 3463 to Powell Services for 2022 cemetery lawn maintenance ($169,900.12), with Councilman Williams voting no.
• Appointed six members to Northeast Alabama Regional Aviation, Inc. as directors.
• Authorized an agreement with Complete Security Concept, Inc. for police polygraph testing at $250 per test.
• Authorized a $255,000 federal grant agreement for the Black Creek Trail System with a $117,600 local match.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider routine matters, including approving minutes and payments, and will hold public hearings on resolutions to abate nuisances at four properties. The council will also consider an agreement with Vital Records Control for the police department and continue discussion on using TIF funds for the Venue at Coosa Landing.

• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 1121 4th Avenue (Metro Bank)
• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 1200 Central Avenue (Toney estate)
• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 2816 Patton Street (Toney estate)
• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 822 North 34th Street (tabled 30 days)
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Vital Records Control for Gadsden Police Department (R-265-21)

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted resolutions ordering the abatement of nuisances at 1121 4th Avenue, 1200 Central Avenue, and 2816 Patton Street, all with no improvements made since July 2020. A fourth abatement resolution for 822 North 34th Street was tabled for 30 days after the new owner requested time to remodel. The council also approved a $350-per-month record storage agreement with Vital Records Control for the Police Department and ratified weekly HTE System payments of $1,075,570.65. An ordinance authorizing TIF funds for the Coosa Landing venue expansion was introduced but no action taken, placing it on the next agenda.

• Adopted Resolution R-262-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 1121 4th Avenue (accessory building/garage apartment) - unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution R-263-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 1200 Central Avenue - unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution R-264-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 2816 Patton Street (abandoned mobile home) - unanimously.
• Tabled Resolution R-265-21 (abatement at 822 North 34th Street) for 30 days to allow owner time to remodel - unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution R-265-21 authorizing agreement with Vital Records Control for Police Department record storage at $350 per month - unanimously.
• Ratified payment of HTE System accounts for week of November 12-18 totaling $1,075,570.65 - unanimously.
• Approved minutes of November 16, 2021 work session and council meeting - unanimously.
• Introduced ordinance authorizing TIF funds for Coosa Landing venue expansion; no action taken, placed on next agenda.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding nuisance abatement resolutions for various properties. The agenda also includes a resolution to authorize an agreement to purchase property at Meighan Boulevard and Hood Avenue.

• Nuisance abatement hearing for 2409 James Street
• Nuisance abatement hearing for 1409 Charles Street
• Nuisance abatement hearing for 1407 Tuscaloosa Avenue
• Alcoholic beverage license for C and Js Crab Shack and Bar at 1504 Rainbow Drive
• Special use permit for Dish Wireless at 540 Clayton Boulevard

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance O-16-21, amending City Code Section 58-6 to allow appeals to circuit court when the historic preservation commission or architectural review board denies a certificate of appropriateness. The council also approved several nuisance abatement resolutions, a special use permit for Dish Wireless, property purchase and engineering agreements, and two alcoholic beverage licenses. Two nuisance abatement resolutions were tabled for 30 days to allow property owners to work with the building inspector.

• Adopted Ordinance O-16-21 amending historic district appeal process (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-254-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 2409 James Street (unanimous)
• Tabled nuisance abatement at 1404 Fillmore Avenue for 30 days (unanimous)
• Tabled nuisance abatement at 1610 Main Street for 30 days (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-255-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 1409 Charles Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-256-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 1407 Tuscaloosa Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved alcoholic beverage license for C & Js Crab Shack and Bar (5-1, Cannon nay)
• Adopted Resolution R-258-21 authorizing special use permit for Dish Wireless (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will review an ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2022 JAG Grant budget. The meeting also includes several resolutions for agreements related to Coosa Landing events and a contract with the Humane Society.

• Amending Fiscal Year 2022 Budget (JAG Grant) Ordinance O-15-21
• Agreement with EE Group, Inc. for train charging stations
• Lease agreement with Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation for Gadsden Sports Park
• Multiple fishing tournament agreements at Coosa Landing
• Contract approval for the Humane Society Pet Rescue and Adoption Center

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance O-15-21, amending the FY2022 budget to accept a $35,458 JAG grant, appropriating $34,394 for a new bomb squad X-ray system and $1,064 for NIBRS training. The council also approved multiple resolutions, including contracts for engineering services, equipment leases, and sponsorships for fishing tournaments at Coosa Landing. A first-reading ordinance on certificate of appropriateness appeals was introduced but no action taken, and it will be considered at the next meeting.

• Adopted FY2022 budget amendment for JAG grant (unanimous)
• Approved $13,500 contract with EE Group for train charging station plans at Noccalula Falls Park (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year lease with Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation for Gadsden Sports Park equipment, $60,758.46/year (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 sponsorship for High School Fishing Trail tournament at Coosa Landing (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 sponsorship for Alabama Bass Trail Series Division tournament (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 sponsorship for Alabama Bass Trail 100 Series tournament (unanimous)
• Approved $11,500 sponsorship for ASABFA Classic at Coosa Landing (unanimous)
• Approved $11,800/month contract with Humane Society Pet Rescue for animal sheltering (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding several nuisance abatement resolutions for properties on Windsor Street, Midway Avenue, Polk Street, Mutual Drive, and Agricola Drive. The agenda also includes discussions on COVID-19 updates and the use of American Rescue Plan funds.

• Public hearings for nuisance abatements at 1208 Windsor Street, 811 Midway Avenue, 616 Polk Street, 3400 Mutual Drive, and 703-B Agricola Drive
• Resolution authorizing special use permit for Dish Wireless at 4290 Old Pump Station Road
• Resolution authorizing expenditure of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to Gadsden-Etowah Habitat for Humanity
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Milliman, Inc.
• First reading of ordinance amending FY 2022 Budget (JAG Grant)

The Gadsden City Council approved a $1,346,073 street resurfacing contract with Vulcan Materials, authorized $250,000 in American Rescue Plan funds for a Habitat for Humanity housing partnership, and adopted four nuisance abatement resolutions. A budget amendment ordinance was introduced but not acted on, and will be considered at the next meeting.

• Awarded Bid No. 3460 for Community Development Street Resurfacing to Vulcan Materials Asphalt and Construction, LLC for $1,346,073 (unanimous)
• Authorized $250,000 in American Rescue Plan funds for partnership with Gadsden-Etowah Habitat for Humanity (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-233-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 811 Midway Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-234-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 616 Polk Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-235-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 3400 Mutual Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-236-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 703-B Agricola Drive (unanimous)
• Tabled nuisance abatement resolution for 1208 Windsor Street for 30 days (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with CDG Engineers for drainage study along W. Meighan Boulevard for $56,000 (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and payments, plus receiving a COVID-19 update and a presentation on the Vaccinate Gadsden program. The council will vote on resolutions to rename Whitehall Street to Whitehead Street in honor of Mattie Whitehead, authorize use of the River Rocks Landing-Riverfest trademark, and approve a drainage project list funded by American Rescue Plan money. Citizens are requesting pink garbage cans for breast cancer awareness and raising concerns about the Human Resources Committee.

• Resolution R-230-21 renaming Whitehall Street to Whitehead Street honoring Mattie Whitehead
• Resolution R-231-21 authorizing use of River Rocks Landing-Riverfest trademark
• Resolution R-232-21 approving Engineering Department drainage project list with American Rescue Plan funding
• Ratifying payment of accounts for October 15-21, 2021
• Citizen requests for pink garbage cans (breast cancer awareness)

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved renaming Whitehall Street to Whitehead Street to honor Mrs. Mattie Whitehead, the oldest living original resident. The council also unanimously adopted a resolution approving a drainage project list funded by the American Rescue Plan, and authorized use of the Gadsden Riverfest trademark for an October 29 concert. A bid opening for a street resurfacing project received two bids, with a recommendation pending.

• Renamed Whitehall Street to Whitehead Street (unanimous)
• Approved drainage project list funded by American Rescue Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized use of Gadsden Riverfest trademark for concert at River Rocks Landing (6-0, Wilson abstained)
• Approved minutes of October 19, 2021 work session and council meeting (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System accounts for week of October 15-21 (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The council will consider amending the FY2022 General Fund budget to reallocate CDBG funds toward street improvements. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 from emergency management and fire officials.

• Amending FY2022 General Fund budget to reallocate CDBG funds for street improvements
• Tax abatement agreement with Calcean Minerals & Materials
• Land use agreement for Gadsden Riverfest at River Rocks Landing
• Agreement with Tyler Technologies for the Gadsden Police Department
• Intergovernmental agreement involving Gadsden Transportation and Etowah County agencies

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance O-14-21, transferring $600,000 from prior years' CDBG budgets to fund 2020 street improvements, increasing that budget to $1.1 million. The council also approved a 7-year tax abatement for Calcean Minerals and Materials, tied to a $7 million capital investment and 40 new jobs, with one abstention. Several other resolutions were passed, including appointments, a furniture donation, and agreements for a concert, software, and disaster response.

• Adopted Ordinance O-14-21 reallocating $600,000 in CDBG funds to street improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-224-21 appointing Craig Scott and reappointing Bonnie Yarnell to Haralson Avenue Architectural Review Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-225-21 accepting $2,145 furniture donation from Etowah County Commission for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-226-21 authorizing agreements for Oct 29 concert at Jack L. Ray Family Park (6-0, Wilson abstained)
• Approved Resolution R-227-21 agreement with Tyler Technologies for public safety reporting tool at $4,500/year (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-228-21 intergovernmental agreement for disaster transportation equipment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-229-21 7-year tax abatement for Calcean Minerals, $7M investment, 40 jobs (6-0, Wilson abstained)
• Ratified HTE System account payments totaling $1,301,007.53 (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including authorizing the purchase of property for intersection improvements at George Wallace Drive and East Chestnut Street, and agreements for a senior nutrition program, crime stoppers, and school programs. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance to amend the FY2020 CDBG action plan and budget, and reallocate prior CDBG funds for street improvements.

• Resolution R-220-21: Authorizing agreement to purchase property for intersection improvements at George Wallace Drive & East Chestnut Street
• Resolution R-219-21: Authorizing participation in Senior Nutrition Program & Grant R-219-21
• Resolution R-221-21: Authorizing MOU with Central Alabama Crime Stoppers (Gadsden Police Department)
• Resolution R-222-21: Authorizing agreement with Gadsden City Board of Education for After School Tutoring & MYON Program
• Ordinance: Amending FY2020 CDBG action plan and budget, and FY2022 general fund budget to reallocate prior CDBG funds for street improvements

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved five resolutions, including a $115,513 grant for senior nutrition programs, a $23,500 property purchase for road improvements, a $10,000 annual Crime Stoppers agreement, a $182,962 education agreement, and $201,249 in CDBG-CV subrecipient funding. An ordinance to reallocate CDBG funds for street improvements was introduced but not acted on, pending next meeting. All votes were unanimous with Councilman Wilson absent.

• Approved Senior Nutrition Program grant application and agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $23,500 property purchase from Bellview Associates for George Wallace Drive & East Chestnut Street improvements (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year, $10,000/year MOU with Central Alabama Crime Stoppers (unanimous)
• Approved $182,962 agreement with Gadsden City Board of Education for tutoring and reading programs (unanimous)
• Approved $201,249 in CDBG-CV subrecipient agreements to six local nonprofits (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to reallocate CDBG funds for street improvements; no action taken, deferred to next meeting

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, ratifying payments, and several resolutions. Key items include nuisance abatement liens for grass cutting, public hearings on nuisance properties, an alcoholic beverage license, appointments to cemetery boards, an agreement with Language Line Services for the police department, and renaming the library park. Some nuisance items were paid or abated by owners and require no action.

• Resolution R-211-21: Nuisance abatement lien for grass cutting at 921 Tuscaloosa Avenue ($231.00)
• Public hearing R-212-21: Nuisance abatement at 1336 Alabama Street
• Public hearing R-213-21: Nuisance abatement at 1028 Fairview Avenue
• Resolution R-214-21: Alcoholic beverage license for Latonya Rutledge d/b/a 711 at 823 Tuscaloosa Avenue
• Resolution R-217-21: Agreement with Language Line Services, Inc. for Gadsden Police Department

The Gadsden City Council approved a restaurant retail liquor license for Latonya Rutledge d/b/a 7 11 at 823 Tuscaloosa Avenue despite the police chief's recommendation to deny it (5-2). The council also unanimously adopted resolutions to abate nuisances on two properties, appoint Kyle Chambers to two cemetery boards, authorize an agreement with Language Line Services, and rename the library park to Dr. Clarence Underwood Park. Several previously tabled grass cutting liens were resolved or adjusted, and two nuisance abatement items were dropped because owners had already abated them.

• Approved alcoholic beverage license for 7 11 at 823 Tuscaloosa Ave (5-2, police chief recommended denial)
• Adopted nuisance abatement resolution for 1336 Alabama St (unanimous)
• Adopted nuisance abatement resolution for 1028 Fairview Ave (unanimous)
• Appointed Kyle Chambers to Forrest Cemetery Board (6-1)
• Appointed Kyle Chambers to Forrest Cemetery Foundation (6-1)
• Authorized agreement with Language Line Services (unanimous)
• Renamed library park to Dr. Clarence Underwood Park (unanimous)
• Adjusted grass cutting lien at 921 Tuscaloosa Ave to $231.00 (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes and payments, and receiving COVID-19 updates. They will also consider unfinished business, including a rental property inspection ordinance amendment and two nuisance abatement resolutions, as well as new resolutions for participation in an economic development academy and an agreement with the state revenue department.

• Ordinance O-13-21 amending City Code Section 18 (b) on rental property inspections (first reading 9-21-21)
• Resolution R-208-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 312 North 3rd Street, with possible rights of redemption for Heather Nicole Miller and Deborah Miller
• Resolution R-209-21 authorizing participation in the ALM Economic Development Academy
• Resolution R-210-21 authorizing agreement with the State of Alabama Department of Revenue
• Ratifying payment of accounts for the week of September 17-23, 2021

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance increasing the fee for additional follow-up rental property inspections from $15 to $50, while the initial inspection and first follow-up remain at $50. They also approved a nuisance abatement order for 312 N. 3rd Street, authorized participation in the ALM Economic Development Academy, and approved a reciprocal tax information agreement with the Alabama Department of Revenue. No action was taken on a previously tabled nuisance abatement for 308 Miller Street because the owner had already abated it.

• Adopted Ordinance O-13-21 increasing follow-up rental inspection fee from $15 to $50 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-208-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 312 N. 3rd Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-209-21 authorizing participation in ALM Economic Development Academy (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-210-21 authorizing reciprocal tax information agreement with Alabama Department of Revenue (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2021 work session and council meeting (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System accounts for week of September 17-23 totaling $660,249.73 (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, electing directors to the Etowah Gadsden Health Care Authority, and authorizing a traffic enforcement agreement and a communication upgrade contract. The council will also receive COVID-19 updates and hear citizen requests.

• Ordinance adopting FY2022 budgets (O-12-21)
• Resolution electing directors of Etowah Gadsden Health Care Authority (R-205-21)
• Resolution authorizing traffic enforcement agreement (R-206-21)
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Mitel for communication upgrades (R-207-21)
• First reading of ordinance amending City Code Section 18-1(b) on rental property inspection

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted the FY2022 budgets, including a $53.2 million general fund, and approved several resolutions, including reappointments to the health care authority, a traffic enforcement agreement, and a phone system upgrade. A rental property inspection ordinance was introduced for first reading but no action was taken, so it will be considered at the next meeting.

• Adopted FY2022 budgets totaling $98.8 million (unanimous)
• Reappointed Marie Franklin Johnson and Rebecca Walker to Etowah Gadsden Health Care Authority (unanimous)
• Authorized traffic enforcement agreement with East Central Alabama Highway Safety Office and City of Opelika (unanimous)
• Authorized 36-month Mitel phone system upgrade agreement (unanimous)
• Introduced rental property inspection ordinance amendment; no action taken, deferred to next meeting

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider several items, including establishing a budget for the American Rescue Plan fund, adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, and ordering abatement of nuisances on three properties. They will also vote on agreements for a library lease, traffic signal maintenance, a Riverwalk permit, and housing city inmates. The meeting includes updates on COVID-19 and proclamations.

• Ordinance O-11-21 establishing budget for Fund 002 (American Rescue Plan)
• Public hearing on ordinance adopting FY2022 budgets
• Public hearings on nuisance abatement resolutions for 313 Grady Street, 5 Marston Avenue, and 511 Wilson Street
• Resolution R-199-21 authorizing lease agreement with Mental Health America of Etowah County for Gadsden Public Library
• Resolution R-202-21 authorizing agreement with Rapha House for city inmates

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance O-11-21, establishing a $24,042,737 budget for Fund 002 (American Rescue Plan), allocating funds for infrastructure, fire station, senior wellness center, crime prevention, and premium pay. The council also approved several resolutions, including nuisance abatements at 313 Grady Street and 511 Wilson Street, a lease with Mental Health America of Etowah County, and agreements with ALDOT, Alabama Power, and Rapha House. A nuisance abatement for 5 Marston Avenue was tabled for 30 days. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no public comments on the FY2022 budget ordinance, which will be voted on next week.

• Adopted $24,042,737 American Rescue Plan budget (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement at 313 Grady Street (unanimous)
• Tabled nuisance abatement at 5 Marston Avenue for 30 days (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement at 511 Wilson Street (unanimous)
• Authorized lease with Mental Health America of Etowah County at $100/month (unanimous)
• Authorized ALDOT traffic signal modification permit (unanimous)
• Authorized Alabama Power lakeshore permit for bank stabilization (unanimous)
• Authorized Rapha House agreement for 10 inmate bed units at $1,666.67/month (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider several items, including rezoning requests, a budget for American Rescue Plan funds, and multiple contracts. The agenda includes updates on COVID-19, approval of minutes, and payment of accounts. Several resolutions and ordinances are scheduled for action or first reading.

• Rezoning 107 & 109 Virgin Street from R-1 to B-1 (O-10-21)
• Rezoning 1627 Gadsden Avenue from R-2 to B-2 (failed to be adopted)
• Resolution amending pay plan steps (R-192-21)
• Change order #1 with Bedwell & Whorton Excavating for Alabama City Center Parking Project (R-193-21)
• Community policing agreement with Greater Gadsden Housing Authority (R-194-21)

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved a rezoning at 107 & 109 Virgin Street from R-1 to B-1, allowing Nick and Angie Bowen to expand their day care facility with a new Pre-K building. A separate rezoning request for 1627 Gadsden Avenue failed with no votes in favor. The council also approved a salary schedule adjustment, a change order for a parking project, a community policing agreement, a railroad crossing safety match, and an engineering services agreement.

• Approved rezoning 107 & 109 Virgin Street to B-1 for day care expansion (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning 1627 Gadsden Avenue to B-2 (0-6)
• Approved salary schedule amendment with 48 steps per range (unanimous)
• Approved $14,170.06 change order for Alabama City Center Parking Project (unanimous)
• Approved community policing agreement with Greater Gadsden Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 city match for railroad crossing safety improvements (unanimous)
• Approved on-call engineering services agreement with CDG Engineers (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council will ratify accounts, assess nuisance abatement liens against five properties, and authorize the conveyance of 563 Line Street. The body will also appoint members to the Gadsden Airport Authority and adopt the 2021 Division F Phase 1 Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Two public hearings regarding rezoning were read and continued from a previous meeting.

• Resolution R-185-21: Assess $2,441.40 nuisance abatement lien against 1107 Hurst Street
• Ordinance O-09-21: Authorize conveyance of property at 563 Line Street
• Resolution R-190-21: Appoint Robertson and Welch to Gadsden Airport Authority
• Resolution R-191-21: Adopt 2021 Division F Phase 1 Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Public Hearings: Rezoning 107 & 109 Virgin Street and 1627 Gadsden Avenue (continued)

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved four nuisance abatement liens for demolition and grass cutting, with adjusted amounts for two properties after partial payments. It also approved the conveyance of city property at 563 Line Street to Stephen Isom for $1,000, and adopted a resolution opposing economic incentives for a Pilgrim's Pride rendering plant near the airport, with Councilman Toles dissenting. The council also appointed Kenneth P. Robertson to the Airport Authority and adopted the 2021 Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. A proposed pay plan amendment was deferred to next week's agenda after one council member objected.

• Approved Resolution R-185-21: nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 1107 Hurst Street for $2,441.40.
• Approved Resolution R-186-21: nuisance abatement lien for grass cutting at 991 Browning Circle for $251.00.
• Approved Resolution R-187-21 (substituted): nuisance abatement lien for grass cutting at 1501 Alabama Avenue for $401.00.
• Approved Resolution R-188-21 (substituted): nuisance abatement lien for grass cutting at 1010 Penny Street for $336.00.
• Adopted Ordinance O-09-21: authorized conveyance of property at 563 Line Street to Stephen Isom for $1,000.00.
• Adopted Resolution R-189-21: not granting economic incentives for Pilgrim's Pride industrial development (vote: 5-1, Toles dissenting).
• Adopted Resolution R-190-21: appointed Kenneth P. Robertson and reappointed Johnathon Welch to the Gadsden Airport Authority.
• Adopted Resolution R-191-21: adopted the 2021 Division F Phase I Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will receive a COVID-19 update from the Emergency Management Agency Director and review a request regarding Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The meeting also includes resolutions for an agreement with the Etowah County Sheriff and an economic development assignment involving Olive Garden.

• Resolution R-175-21: Agreement between Gadsden, Etowah County Commission, and Etowah County Sheriff
• Resolution R-176-21: Economic development assignment for Akin Holdings V Gadsden, LLC (Olive Garden Restaurant)
• COVID-19 update from EMA Director Deborah Gaither
• Citizen request regarding allocation of Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds

The Gadsden City Council approved a one-year agreement to pay Etowah County $62,500 per month for incarceration of city prisoners, totaling $750,000. The council also approved assigning an economic development agreement to Olive Garden Holdings, LLC. Both resolutions passed unanimously. The meeting included a COVID-19 update and discussion of American Rescue Plan funds, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution R-175-21, jail incarceration agreement with Etowah County ($62,500/month, $750,000 total, 1-year term) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-176-21, assignment of economic development agreement to Olive Garden Holdings, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 10, 2021 work session and council meeting (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System accounts for week of August 6-12, totaling $899,918.88 (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved a resolution amending the FY2019 CDBG Action Plan to allocate $201,249 in CDBG-CV funds for COVID-19 response. They also adopted an ordinance amending the FY2021 budget to distribute these funds: $30,000 each to The Salvation Army, Catholic Center of Concern, The Love Center Homeless Shelter, Way of the Cross Ministries, and MANNA, and $51,249 to United Way of Etowah County. Additionally, the council adopted a nuisance abatement resolution for 926 Southline Avenue and ratified weekly payments of $804,638.11.

• Adopted resolution R-173-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 926 Southline Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution R-174-21 amending FY2019 CDBG Action Plan to allocate $201,249 in CDBG-CV funds (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance O-08-21 amending FY2021 budget to distribute CDBG-CV funds to six agencies (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System accounts for week of July 30-August 5 totaling $804,638.11 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 3, 2021 work session and council meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including public hearings on annulling a portion of North 17th Street and approving an economic development agreement with Akin Holdings V Gadsden, LLC for an Olive Garden restaurant. They will also vote on a special use permit for Dish Wireless and hear citizen comments about a proposed rendering plant.

• Public hearing on resolution to annul North 17th Street between West Meighan Boulevard and Alabama Avenue (R-170-21)
• Public hearing on economic development agreement with Akin Holdings V Gadsden, LLC for Olive Garden at 835 Rainbow Drive (R-171-21)
• Resolution authorizing special use permit for Dish Wireless at 104 12th Street North (R-172-21)
• Ratifying payment of accounts for week of July 23-29, 2021
• Citizen requests regarding city services and proposed rendering plant

The Gadsden City Council approved three resolutions: annulling North 17th Street, authorizing an economic development agreement for an Olive Garden Restaurant, and granting a special use permit to Dish Wireless. The Olive Garden agreement includes a 2% sales tax rebate for up to 5 years or $500,000, with a $4.2 million capital investment. No public comments were made during the hearings.

• Approved annulment of North 17th Street between West Meighan Boulevard and Alabama Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved economic development agreement with Akin Holdings V Gadsden, LLC for Olive Garden at 825 Rainbow Drive (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Dish Wireless at 104 12th Street North (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of HTE System accounts totaling $764,211.65 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 27, 2021 work session and council meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and payments, plus several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include awarding bids for small tools and a new Fire Station No. 7, authorizing a property conveyance, and spending federal coronavirus recovery funds on a vaccine incentive program.

• Ordinance O-07-21 authorizing conveyance of property at 1 Commerce Square (D4)
• Resolution R-167-21 awarding Bid No. 3457 for small tools and equipment
• Resolution R-168-21 awarding Bid No. 3458 for new Fire Station No. 7 at Banks Park
• Resolution R-169-21 authorizing expenditure of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds for a Vaccine Incentive Program

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved a $1,693,184.76 contract with Allen Building Company for construction of new Fire Station No. 7 at Banks Park, replacing the Walnut Park station. The council also adopted an ordinance conveying property to the Gadsden/Etowah Chamber of Commerce and approved a $100 vaccine incentive program funded by American Rescue Plan funds. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on the weekly payables ratification.

• Approved $1,693,184.76 bid for Fire Station No. 7 construction at Banks Park (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance O-07-21 conveying property at 1 Commerce Square to Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved $100 vaccine incentive program with $5,000 drawing, funded by ARP (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System payables of $834,098.32 (6-0-1, Wilson abstained)
• Approved bid for small tools and equipment from Ag-Pro Companies (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council will hold public hearings on five nuisance abatement resolutions for properties on Litchfield Avenue, Hooks Lake Road, North 3rd Street, and Spruce Street, and one for a new alcoholic beverage license for Las Brisas. The council will also consider an agreement with MBA Engineers for testing services for a new fire station, and a resolution to hold a public hearing on an economic development agreement with Olive Garden. Additionally, they will discuss a COVID vaccine incentive from the finance department.

• Public hearings on nuisance abatements for 1602 Litchfield Ave, 996 Hooks Lake Rd, 1121 Litchfield Ave, 312 N 3rd St, 1002 Spruce St
• Public hearing on alcoholic beverage license for Las Brisas LLC at 113 N 7th St
• Resolution authorizing agreement with MBA Engineers for construction testing at new fire station on S 11th St at Banks Park
• Resolution to hold public hearing on economic development agreement with Olive Garden at 825 Rainbow Dr
• Resolution accepting permanent drainage easement from Charles & Linda Crist at 417 Paden Rd

The Gadsden City Council approved a resolution authorizing a public hearing on a proposed economic development agreement with Akin Holdings V Gadsden, LLC, to build a new Olive Garden at 825 Rainbow Drive, with $500,000 in city infrastructure assistance. The council also adopted four nuisance abatement resolutions, tabled one for 30 days, approved an alcoholic beverage license for Las Brisas, and authorized a $11,565 agreement with MBA Engineers for testing services for a new fire station. An ordinance to convey property at One Commerce Square to the Chamber of Commerce was introduced but no action taken.

• Approved resolution R-165-21 authorizing a public hearing on August 3, 2021, for a proposed economic development agreement with Akin Holdings V Gadsden, LLC, for a new Olive Garden at 825 Rainbow Drive, including $500,000 in city infrastructure assistance.
• Adopted resolution R-159-21 ordering abatement of nuisances at 1602 Litchfield Avenue (owners: Joan M. and Gillermo V. Gutierrez).
• Adopted resolution R-160-21 ordering abatement of nuisances at 996 Hooks Lake Road (owner: Lisa Wells), with one abstention.
• Adopted resolution R-161-21 ordering abatement of nuisances at 1121 Litchfield Avenue (owners: Raymond Anthony, subject to mortgage in favor of AIA Surety; Kelvin Hampton).
• Tabled for 30 days resolution R-162-21 ordering abatement of nuisances at 312 N. 3rd Street (owners: State of Alabama, Wesley Sims, possible rights of redemption of Heather Nicole Miller and Deborah Miller).
• Adopted resolution R-162-21 ordering abatement of nuisances at 1002 Spruce Street (owners: Aubrey Randall Higgins and Bobbie Jean M. Higgins).
• Approved resolution R-163-21 issuing an alcoholic beverage license to Las Brisas, LLC, d/b/a Las Brisas at 113 North 7th Street (Restaurant Retail Liquor License), with one nay vote.
• Adopted resolution R-164-21 authorizing an agreement with MBA Engineers, Inc. for $11,565.00 for construction phase testing services for the new fire station on South 11th Street at Banks Park.

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The City Council will consider resolutions for appointing members to the Forrest Cemetery Board and the Forrest Cemetery Foundation Board. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding an application for a $35,458.00 Justice Assistance Grant.

• Appointing and re-appointing members to Forrest Cemetery Board
• Appointing and re-appointing members to Forrest Cemetery Foundation Board
• Resolution authorizing application and acceptance for $35,458.00 JAG Grant
• Resolution authorizing interlocal agreement with Etowah County Commission and Sheriff’s Department

The Gadsden City Council approved four resolutions: appointments to the Forrest Cemetery Board and Foundation, a $35,458 JAG grant for a bomb squad X-ray system, an interlocal agreement for that grant, a special event alcohol license for Pitman Theater, and donation of 5 surplus Lenovo PCs. The council also ratified weekly HTE System accounts and prior meeting minutes. Bid opening for a new Fire Station #7 at Banks Park received four bids, with the lowest at $1,693,238 from Allen Building Company.

• Approved minutes of July 6, 2021, work session and council meeting by unanimous vote
• Ratified HTE System accounts for week of July 2-8 totaling $826,322.74 by unanimous vote
• Adopted Resolution R-153-21 appointing and reappointing members to Forrest Cemetery Board (vote: 4-1, Williams nay)
• Adopted Resolution R-154-21 appointing and reappointing members to Forrest Cemetery Foundation (vote: 4-1, Williams nay)
• Adopted Resolution R-155-21 authorizing application and acceptance of $35,458 JAG grant for bomb squad X-ray system and NIBRS training (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-156-21 authorizing interlocal agreement with Etowah County for JAG grant, with sheriff declining funding (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-157-21 approving special event alcohol license for Pitman Theater's Ragin Cajun Swamp Party on August 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-158-21 authorizing donation of 5 surplus Lenovo PCs to Versailles Christian Institute of Learning (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council will consider rezoning 1706 Forrest Avenue from Light Industry (I-1) to Neighborhood Business (B-1), and will hold public hearings on nuisance abatement for five properties. The council will also vote on an addendum to the AT&T video services agreement and accept a donation for the Noccalula Falls Petting Zoo. Citizen requests include concerns about neighborhood crime and a dangerous animals ordinance.

• Rezoning 1706 Forrest Avenue (O-06-21) from I-1 to B-1
• Public hearings on nuisance abatement for 926 Southline Ave, 211 Argyle Cir, 103 Body St, 27 Little St, 30 Little St
• Resolution authorizing addendum to AT&T video services agreement (R-149-21)
• Resolution accepting donation from Destin Mince Enterprises for Corner Porch Cabin at Noccalula Falls Petting Zoo (R-150-21)
• Resolutions to satisfy nuisance abatement liens for 1402 and 1404 Jackson Avenue (R-151-21, R-152-21)

The Gadsden City Council approved a rezoning of 1706 Forrest Avenue from light industrial to neighborhood business, allowing an automotive service and repair shop. The council also ordered abatement of nuisances on four properties, tabled one abatement for 30 days, and approved several resolutions including an AT&T agreement extension and a donation for Noccalula Falls.

• Approved rezoning 1706 Forrest Avenue from I-1 to B-1 (6-0, Williams abstained)
• Tabled nuisance abatement for 926 Southline Avenue for 30 days
• Adopted R-145-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 211 Argyle Circle
• Adopted R-146-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 103 Body Street
• Adopted R-147-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 27 Little Street
• Adopted R-148-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 30 Little Street
• Adopted R-149-21 extending AT&T video services agreement to 12-31-26
• Adopted R-150-21 accepting $15,750 cabin donation for Noccalula Falls petting zoo

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, a rezoning request, a nuisance abatement lien, and a drainage improvement contract. The agenda also includes a citizen request about a proposed rendering plant.

• Nuisance abatement lien of $2,441.40 on 1107 Hurst Street (tabled from 5-25-21)
• Ordinance to convey property at 1515 Roosevelt Avenue (first reading)
• Public hearing to rezone 1706 Forrest Avenue from I-1 to B-1
• Resolution awarding Bid No. 3454 for Wildhaven Circle drainage improvements
• Resolution amending the substance abuse policy

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance O-05-21, authorizing the conveyance of property at 1515 Roosevelt Avenue (Lot 13, Block 29, South Gadsden Addition) to Carrie Leon for $200. The council also unanimously approved a resolution awarding Bid No. 3454 for the Wildhaven Circle Drainage Improvement Project to James E. Watts & Sons Contractors, Inc. for $76,424, and adopted Resolution R-144-21 amending the Substance Abuse Policy to comply with federal guidelines. A resolution on a nuisance abatement lien for 1107 Hurst Street was tabled for an additional 60 days, and a public hearing on rezoning 1515 Roosevelt Avenue from I-1 to B-1 was held with no speakers; the rezoning vote is scheduled for next week.

• Adopted Ordinance O-05-21, authorizing conveyance of property at 1515 Roosevelt Avenue to Carrie Leon for $200.
• Awarded Bid No. 3454 for Wildhaven Circle Drainage Improvement Project to James E. Watts & Sons Contractors, Inc. for $76,424.
• Adopted Resolution R-144-21, amending the Substance Abuse Policy to comply with federal guidelines.
• Tabled the nuisance abatement lien resolution for 1107 Hurst Street for an additional 60 days.
• Approved minutes of the June 22, 2021 Public Safety Committee, Work Session, and Council meeting.
• Ratified payment of HTE System accounts for June 18-24, totaling $585,570.95.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, ratifying payments, and considering several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include hiring a document management service for Forrest Cemetery, a Comcast internet/phone agreement for the East Gadsden Community Center, and conveying an antique firetruck and property.

• Resolution to engage George Ford for document management at Forrest Cemetery (R-140-21)
• Resolution authorizing Comcast internet and telephone services agreement for East Gadsden Community Center (R-141-21)
• Resolution to convey antique firetruck and protective awning from Old East Gadsden Fire Station (R-142-21)
• First reading of ordinance to convey property at 1515 Roosevelt Avenue (D5)
• Citizen requests on city services and recruitment of blacks and women for Fire & Police Departments

The Gadsden City Council approved a short-term contract with George Ford for document management at Forrest Cemetery, despite one dissenting vote. It also unanimously approved a Comcast agreement for internet and phone services at the East Gadsden Community Center and the conveyance of a surplus firetruck and awning to Steve Lambert. An ordinance for property at 1515 Roosevelt Avenue was introduced but not acted on, and will be considered at the next meeting.

• Approved resolution R-140-21 to engage George Ford for cemetery document management at $75/hour (6-1, Williams opposed)
• Approved resolution R-141-21 with Comcast for internet/phone at East Gadsden Community Center, $119.95 installation plus $398.05/month for 24 months (unanimous)
• Approved resolution R-142-21 to convey antique firetruck and awning to Steve Lambert for display at Old East Gadsden Fire Station (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System accounts for week of June 11-17 totaling $1,043,637.51 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 15, 2021 work session and council meeting (unanimous)

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The Gadsden City Council meets to approve a change order for the Sanitary Sewer Bypass Abandonment Project at NARMCO and authorize an extension of a special use permit for a Verizon telecommunication facility at 4610 Airport Road. The agenda includes public hearings on nuisance abatement resolutions for properties on Sansom and Cansler Avenues, as well as an agreement with Alabama B.A.S.S. Nation for a high school event at Gadsden Coosa Landing.

• Resolution R-138-21 authorizing Change Order #1 with Alabama Grading and Excavation, LLC for the Sanitary Sewer Bypass Abandonment Project at NARMCO
• Resolution R-139-21 authorizing extension of the special use permit for Verizon Telecommunication Facility at 4610 Airport Road
• Public Hearing on Resolution R-136-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 3101 Sansom Avenue (Lone Star 21, LLC)
• Resolution R-137-21 authorizing agreement with Alabama B.A.S.S. Nation for the October 16, 2021 event at Gadsden Coosa Landing
• Public Hearing on Resolution ordering abatement of nuisance at 1322 Cansler Avenue (Demetria Cass)

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted Resolution R-136-21 ordering abatement of nuisances at 3101 Sansom Avenue, owned by Lone Star 21, LLC, after hearing testimony about drug activity and lack of improvements. The council also tabled a nuisance abatement for 1322 Cansler Avenue indefinitely after a new property owner was discovered. Other actions included approving a $4,000 sponsorship for Alabama B.A.S.S. Nation, a $12,800 change order for a sewer project, and a 180-day extension of Verizon's special use permit.

• Adopted R-136-21 ordering abatement of nuisances at 3101 Sansom Avenue (Lone Star 21, LLC) unanimously.
• Tabled indefinitely the nuisance abatement resolution for 1322 Cansler Avenue after new owner discovered.
• Approved R-137-21 authorizing $4,000 agreement with Alabama B.A.S.S. Nation for a high school qualifier.
• Approved R-138-21 authorizing Change Order #1 with Alabama Grading & Excavation, LLC for $12,800, adjusting contract to $144,100.
• Approved R-139-21 granting a 2nd 180-day extension of Verizon's special use permit at 4610 Airport Road.
• Ratified HTE System accounts for June 4-10, 2021 totaling $384,961.95.
• Approved minutes of the June 8, 2021 work session and council meeting.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council will hold public hearings on nuisance abatement liens for three properties, approve financing for two pumper fire trucks, appoint an auditor, and consider amending a recreational trails grant application. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and ratifying payments.

• Public hearing on nuisance lien for 909 Rogers Street ($3,291.40)
• Public hearing on nuisance lien for 2809 Forrest Avenue ($2,091.40)
• Public hearing on nuisance lien for 3328 Madison Avenue ($4,066.40)
• Resolution approving financing terms with Truist Bank for two pumper fire trucks
• Resolution appointing Borland Benefield, P.C. as auditor

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved financing terms with Truist Bank for two pumper fire trucks at $1,003,347.00, and adopted four nuisance abatement liens for demolition costs on properties at 909 Rogers Street, 2809 Forrest Avenue, and 3328 Madison Avenue. The council also annulled a portion of an alley in Bellevue Highlands, appointed Borland Benefield, P.C. as auditor, and amended a Recreational Trails Program grant application. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved financing terms with Truist Bank for two pumper fire trucks ($1,003,347.00, 1.04% interest, 4-year term) (unanimous)
• Adopted nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 909 Rogers Street ($3,291.40) (unanimous)
• Adopted nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 2809 Forrest Avenue ($2,091.40) (unanimous)
• Adopted nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 3328 Madison Avenue ($4,066.40) (unanimous)
• Annulled portion of un-named alley in Bellevue Highlands 1st Addition (unanimous)
• Appointed Borland Benefield, P.C. as auditor for FY2021-2023 ($72,750-$79,750 per year) (unanimous)
• Amended Recreational Trails Program grant application to reduce scope (total $372,600, 80% federal, 20% local) (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council will consider adopting the 2021 CDBG Annual Action Plan and Budget, and will hold public hearings on several nuisance abatement liens and demolition orders. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and payments, plus a report from Downtown Gadsden, Inc.

• Ordinance O-04-21 adopting the 2021 CDBG Annual Action Plan and Budget
• Nuisance abatement lien for 560 Tyler Street ($3,941.40) tabled indefinitely
• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 216 Ewing Avenue (R-123-21)
• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 3600 Stonewall Avenue (R-124-21)
• Public hearings on nuisance abatement liens for 1400 Springfield Ave ($2,616.40), 1351 Forrest Ave ($2,591.40), 1406 Pierce Ave ($3,216.40)

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted the FY2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan and budget of $1,067,570.00. It also approved several nuisance abatement resolutions, including ordering abatement at two properties, assessing liens on four properties, and rescinding a prior abatement order to allow rehabilitation. A resolution for a nuisance abatement lien at 560 Tyler Street was tabled indefinitely because the owner is making payments.

• Adopted CDBG FY2021 Annual Action Plan and $1,067,570 budget (unanimous)
• Tabled indefinitely nuisance abatement lien at 560 Tyler Street (unanimous)
• Ordered nuisance abatement at 216 Ewing Avenue (unanimous)
• Ordered nuisance abatement at 3600 Stonewall Avenue (unanimous)
• Assessed $2,616.40 lien at 1400 Springfield Avenue (unanimous)
• Assessed $2,591.40 lien at 1351 Forrest Avenue (unanimous)
• Assessed $3,216.40 lien at 1406 Pierce Avenue (unanimous)
• Rescinded abatement order at 101 Hillside Circle (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council will hold public hearings on five nuisance abatement liens for properties with unpaid demolition costs, and consider resolutions for landscape maintenance, an economic development agreement amendment, and a transportation grant application. The council will also adopt the FY 2021 CDBG Annual Action Plan and Budget on first reading.

• Public hearings on nuisance abatement liens: 1501 Alabama Ave ($3,691.40), 1420 Kyle Ave ($2,666.40), 3 N 28th St ($3,891.40), 3419 Sudie Ave ($2,266.40), 2517 Lookout Ave ($4,691.40)
• Resolution assessing nuisance abatement liens for 1423 Alabama Ave ($3,991.40) and 1107 Hurst St ($2,441.40) (tabled from 4-20-21)
• Resolution awarding Bid No. 3453 for City of Gadsden Landscape Maintenance
• Resolution authorizing amendment to economic development agreement with Los Arcos Properties (Los Arcos Mexican Restaurant)
• Ordinance adopting FY 2021 CDBG Annual Action Plan and Budget (first reading)

The Gadsden City Council approved five nuisance abatement liens for demolition costs on properties, adopted a landscape maintenance bid, amended an economic development agreement, and authorized a grant application for sidewalk improvements. The council also tabled a nuisance abatement lien for an additional 30 days and introduced a CDBG ordinance for future consideration.

• Adopted Resolution R-114-21 assessing a $3,991.40 nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 1423 Alabama Avenue (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution for 1107 Hurst Avenue nuisance abatement lien for an additional 30 days (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-115-21 assessing a $3,691.40 nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 1501 Alabama Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-116-21 assessing a $2,666.40 nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 1420 Kyle Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-117-21 assessing a $3,891.40 nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 3 North 28th Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-118-21 assessing a $2,266.40 nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 3419 Sudie Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-119-21 assessing a $4,691.40 nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 2517 Lookout Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-120-21 awarding Bid No. 3453 for landscape maintenance to CopelandScapes, Inc. for $75,240.00 (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including an update on COVID-19, approval of minutes, and payment of accounts. The main items are public hearings to assess nuisance abatement liens against five properties, with costs ranging from $1,082.40 to $4,566.40. The council will also consider a resolution to authorize legal representation with Ford, Howard, and Cornett, P.C.

• Public hearing: lien on 518 Sewell Street for $2,491.40 (paid by owner)
• Public hearing: lien on 1706 Hooks Lake Road for $4,566.40
• Public hearing: lien on 714 North 10th Street (out building only) for $1,082.40
• Public hearing: lien on 1000 Penny Street for $2,766.40
• Resolution R-113-21 authorizing engagement with Ford, Howard, and Cornett, P.C.

The Gadsden City Council approved four nuisance abatement liens for demolition costs and authorized continued legal representation in pending litigation. All lien resolutions passed unanimously, while the legal counsel engagement was approved 4-2. The meeting also included a proclamation and updates on COVID-19 vaccines.

• Approved nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 1706 Hooks Lake Road ($4,566.40) (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 714 North 10th Street ($1,082.40) (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 1000 Penny Street ($2,766.40) (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 312 Washington Street ($3,866.40) (unanimous)
• Authorized engagement with Ford, Howard, and Cornett, P.C. for litigation (4-2)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider routine business, including approving minutes, ratifying payments, and issuing proclamations. The main items are five public hearings to assess nuisance abatement liens against properties, plus resolutions for a special event alcohol license, property conveyances, an easement, and a lease agreement.

• Public hearings on nuisance abatement liens: 212 Crest Alley ($2,841.40), 1807 Adams Street ($2,670.00), 106 North 28th Street ($2,045.00), 1317 Tuscaloosa Avenue ($3,045.00), 1507 Tuscaloosa Avenue ($4,970.00)
• Resolution ordering abatement of nuisance at 2214 Sansom Avenue (tabled 30 days)
• Resolution approving special event alcoholic beverage license for Barbarian Challenge (R-104-21)
• Resolutions accepting property conveyances at 203 S. 14th Street and 3610 Georgia Avenue (R-105-21, R-106-21)
• Resolution authorizing permanent easement for fiber optic line to Hargray of Alabama (R-107-21) and lease agreement with KOAM for portion of Building T-4-A at Air Depot (R-108-21)

The Gadsden City Council approved five nuisance abatement liens for demolition costs, accepted two property conveyances in lieu of liens, and authorized a special event alcohol license, an easement for Hargray, and a lease with KOAM. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the South 14th Street conveyance. The meeting also included a COVID-19 update and tabled a nuisance abatement resolution for 30 more days.

• Approved nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 212 Crest Alley, $2,841.40 (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 1807 Adams Street, $2,670.00 (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 106 North 28th Street, $2,045.00 (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 1317 Tuscaloosa Avenue, $3,045.00 (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien for demolition at 1507 Tuscaloosa Avenue, $4,970.00 (unanimous)
• Approved special event alcohol license for Barbarian Challenge at Noccalula Falls (unanimous)
• Accepted conveyance of property at 203 S. 14th Street in lieu of nuisance abatement (5-0, Back abstained)
• Accepted conveyance of property at 3610 Georgia Avenue in lieu of nuisance abatement (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to address several property-related matters, including public hearings on nuisance abatement liens for five properties, and resolutions to accept drainage easements, appoint board members, and authorize agreements for fireworks and engineering services. The agenda also includes an update on COVID-19 and a proposal to provide retired police officers with badges and service pistols.

• Public hearings on nuisance abatement liens: 316 Albany Ave ($2,366.40), 525 Allen St ($3,291.40), 113 Pinealice St ($6,016.40), 1500 Kyle Ave ($2,616.40), 218 9th St S ($7,966.40)
• Resolution to appoint member to Industrial Development Board (R-88-21)
• Resolution to accept permanent drainage easements from property owners on Wildhaven Circle (R-90-21, R-91-21, R-92-21)
• Ordinance authorizing conveyance of property at 1213 Alabama Avenue (O-03-21)
• Resolution providing retired badge and service pistol to retired police officers (R-95-21)

The Gadsden City Council approved a $1,040,000 agreement with Chance Rides Manufacturing for two new electric trains to replace gasoline engines at Noccalula Falls Park. It also adopted five nuisance abatement liens for demolition costs, appointed board members, accepted drainage easements, and revised a housing rehabilitation loan program. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1,040,000 train purchase from Chance Rides (unanimous)
• Adopted nuisance liens: 316 Albany ($2,366.40), 525 Allen ($3,291.40), 113 Pinealice ($6,016.40), 1500 Kyle ($2,616.40), 218 9th St S ($7,966.40) (all unanimous)
• Appointed Janice Sherrell Johnson to Industrial Development Board (unanimous)
• Appointed/reappointed Turrentine Avenue Architectural Review Board members (unanimous)
• Accepted drainage easements at 424, 428, 420 Wildhaven Circle (unanimous)
• Authorized $6,500 fireworks sponsorship with Gadsden-Etowah Patriots (unanimous)
• Revised CDBG housing rehab loans to zero-interest, 5-year deferred, up to $4,999.99 (unanimous)
• Approved conveyance of 1213 Alabama Ave for $2,000 (unanimous)

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The Gadsden City Council will consider two rezoning ordinances, one for 1117 Hooks Lake Road and another for the rear of 1045 & 1047 Tuscaloosa Avenue, both on second reading. The council will also hold public hearings on five nuisance abatement liens against properties, and consider awarding a bid for on-site grinding services and accepting an airport coronavirus relief grant.

• Rezoning 1117 Hooks Lake Road from R-1 to B-1
• Rezoning rear of 1045 & 1047 Tuscaloosa Avenue from B-2 to B-3
• Public hearings on nuisance liens for properties on Alabama Ave, Forrest Ave, and N. 10th St
• Resolution to award Bid No. 3451 for on-site grinding services
• Resolution to accept Airport Coronavirus Relief Grant (ACRGP)

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved two rezoning ordinances: O-01-21 rezoning 1117 Hooks Lake Road from R-1 to B-1, and O-02-21 rezoning the rear portions of 1045 & 1047 Tuscaloosa Avenue from B-2 to B-3. The council also adopted four resolutions assessing nuisance abatement liens for demolition costs on properties at 1320 Alabama Avenue, 1343 Forrest Avenue, 1349 Forrest Avenue, and 503 North 10th Street, and tabled a similar lien for 560 Tyler Street for 30 days after a property owner offered to set up payments. Additionally, the council awarded Bid No. 3451 for on-site grinding services to Adams Clearing Company, LLC, and authorized application for an FAA Airport Coronavirus Relief Grant of up to $23,000.

• Adopted Ordinance O-01-21 rezoning 1117 Hooks Lake Road from R-1 to B-1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O-02-21 rezoning rear portions of 1045 & 1047 Tuscaloosa Avenue from B-2 to B-3 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-77-21 assessing nuisance abatement lien of $3,341.40 for demolition at 1320 Alabama Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-78-21 assessing nuisance abatement lien of $3,841.40 for demolition at 1343 Forrest Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-79-21 assessing nuisance abatement lien of $4,441.40 for demolition at 1349 Forrest Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-80-21 assessing nuisance abatement lien of $2,491.40 for demolition at 503 North 10th Street (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution R-81-21 for nuisance abatement lien at 560 Tyler Street for 30 days (unanimous)
• Awarded Bid No. 3451 for on-site grinding services to Adams Clearing Company, LLC (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider several nuisance abatement resolutions, including public hearings on liens for unpaid abatement costs and two rezoning ordinances. The agenda also includes a COVID-19 update, approval of minutes, and payment of accounts.

• Resolution to abate nuisance at 710 S. 6th Street (4-Plex Apartments)
• Public hearings on nuisance abatement liens: 1309 Vinson Avenue ($2,966.40), 1316 Chandler Street ($3,366.40), 1414 Walnut Street ($3,716.40)
• Two nuisance abatement lien hearings tabled for 30 days: 1423 Alabama Avenue ($3,991.40) and 1107 Hurst Street ($2,441.40)
• Rezoning 1117 Hooks Lake Road from R-1 to B-1 (read and continued)
• Rezoning rear of 1045 & 1047 Tuscaloosa Avenue from B-2 to B-3 (read and continued)

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted resolutions ordering abatement of nuisances on four properties and assessing demolition liens on four others. Two lien resolutions were tabled for 30 days pending further review. Two rezoning ordinances were introduced for first reading and will be considered at the next meeting.

• Adopted nuisance abatement order for 710 S. 6th Street (unanimous)
• Adopted nuisance abatement order for 405 South 12th Street (unanimous)
• Adopted nuisance abatement order for 12 Sandusky Lane (unanimous)
• Assessed $2,966.40 demolition lien on 1309 Vinson Avenue (unanimous)
• Assessed $3,366.40 demolition lien on 1316 Chandler Street (unanimous)
• Assessed $3,716.40 demolition lien on 1414 Walnut Street (unanimous)
• Tabled lien resolution for 1423 Alabama Avenue for 30 days (unanimous)
• Tabled lien resolution for 1107 Hurst Street for 30 days (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider routine items, including approving minutes and ratifying payments. A public hearing is scheduled for a resolution to approve an alcoholic beverage license for Bonecrusher, LLC at 202 Albert Rains Boulevard. The agenda includes an update on COVID-19 and proclamations.

• Public hearing on alcoholic beverage license for Bonecrusher, LLC (D3) at 202 Albert Rains Boulevard
• Ratifying payment of accounts for week of April 2-8, 2021
• Update on COVID-19 by Emergency Management Agency
• Proclamations by Mayor Sherman Guyton

The Gadsden City Council approved Resolution R-70-21, issuing an alcoholic beverage license to Bonecrusher, LLC for its restaurant at 202 Albert Rains Boulevard, with a 6-1 vote (Cannon opposed). The council also ratified weekly payments totaling $1,604,457.37 and approved the minutes of the April 6 meeting unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved alcoholic beverage license for Bonecrusher, LLC at 202 Albert Rains Blvd (6-1, Cannon no)
• Ratified HTE System accounts for week of April 2-8, 2021: $1,387,817.81 general and $216,639.56 OLF refunds (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 6, 2021 work session and council meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council will hold public hearings on several nuisance abatement liens and demolitions, and consider awarding bids for janitorial supplies, traffic signs, and a sewer bypass project. The agenda also includes a COVID-19 update, approval of minutes, and payment of accounts.

• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 1519 Eastview Avenue (R-59-21)
• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 2214 Sansom Avenue (tabled 30 days)
• Nuisance abatement liens: 318 Nunnally Ave ($3,616.40), 1208 Robinson Ave ($4,841.40), 448 Keeling Alley ($2,991.40), 425 N 9th St ($4,516.40), 110 Victory St ($3,441.40)
• Awarding bids: Janitorial Supplies (3446), Finished Traffic Signs (3449), Unfinished Traffic Signs and Sign Posts (3450), Sanitary Sewer Bypass Abandonment at NARMCO/Prince Metal Stamping (3452)
• Resolution authorizing property acquisition for South 11th Street improvements (R-69-21)

The Gadsden City Council approved a resolution authorizing the acquisition of 15 parcels on South 11th Street for street improvements, with condemnation as a fallback if agreements are not reached. The council also approved several nuisance abatement actions, including ordering abatement for one property, tabling another for 30 days, and assessing liens for demolition costs on five other properties. Additionally, bids were awarded for janitorial supplies, traffic signs, and a sanitary sewer bypass abandonment project.

• Approved Resolution R-68-21: Awarded Bid No. 3452 for sanitary sewer bypass abandonment at NARMCO/Prince Metal Stamping to Alabama Grading & Excavation, LLC for $131,300.00.
• Approved Resolution R-69-21: Authorized acquisition of 15 parcels on South 11th Street for street improvements, with potential condemnation if no agreements are reached.
• Adopted Resolution R-59-21: Ordered abatement of nuisance at 1519 Eastview Avenue.
• Tabled Resolution for 30 days: Nuisance abatement at 2214 Sansom Avenue due to recent improvements.
• Adopted Resolution R-60-21: Assessed nuisance abatement lien for demolition ($3,616.40) at 318 Nunnally Avenue.
• Adopted Resolution R-61-21: Assessed nuisance abatement lien for demolition ($4,841.40) at 1208 Robinson Avenue.
• Adopted Resolution R-62-21: Assessed nuisance abatement lien for demolition ($2,991.40) at 448 Keeling Alley.
• Adopted Resolution R-63-21: Assessed nuisance abatement lien for demolition ($4,516.40) at 425 North 9th Street.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding several nuisance abatement resolutions and the assessment of liens for properties on Davis Street, Kentucky Avenue, Pine Street, Forrest Avenue, and Williams Avenue. The council will also consider approving alcoholic beverage licenses for two businesses and accepting various drainage easements for municipal parking lot improvements.

• Public hearings for nuisance abatement at 917 McKissick Street and 1024 4th Avenue
• Nuisance abatement lien assessment of $5,266.40 for 509 Davis Street
• Nuisance abatement lien assessment of $2,866.40 for 1507 Kentucky Avenue
• Nuisance abatement lien assessment of $4,191.40 for 1023 Pine Street
• Alcoholic beverage license hearings for S A Cantina and Raineys Neighborhood Sports Bar & Grill

The Gadsden City Council approved multiple nuisance abatement orders and liens, tabled one abatement for 30 days, and issued two alcoholic beverage licenses. It also accepted several drainage easements for a municipal parking lot project. The meeting included reports on flood warnings and COVID-19 statistics.

• Approved nuisance abatement at 917 McKissick Street (unanimous)
• Tabled nuisance abatement at 1024 4th Avenue for 30 days (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien of $5,266.40 at 509 Davis Street (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien of $2,866.40 at 1507 Kentucky Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien of $4,191.40 at 1023 Pine Street (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien of $3,366.40 at 3501 Forrest Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement lien of $2,966.40 at 3422 Williams Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for S A Cantina (3-1) and Raineys (3-1)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and payments, and will hold public hearings on three nuisance property abatements and an alley annulment. They will also consider resolutions on a co-sponsorship with the airport authority, an agreement with JBW&T, Inc., and opposition to Senate Bill 247.

• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 1606 Harlem Avenue (R-40-21)
• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 310 North 32nd Street (R-41-21)
• Public hearing on annulment of unnamed alley off Duncan Court (R-42-21)
• Resolution authorizing co-sponsorship with Gadsden Airport Authority (R-43-21)
• Resolution opposing Senate Bill 247 (occupational tax) (R-45-21)

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved resolutions ordering nuisance abatement at 1606 Harlem Avenue and 310 North 32nd Street, and annulling a portion of an unnamed alley between Duncan Court and Edith Lane. It also authorized a co-sponsorship agreement with the Gadsden Airport Authority, a $15,000 engineering agreement with JBW&T, Inc. for sewer work related to Prince Metal Stamping's expansion, and a resolution opposing Senate Bill 247 to phase out occupational license fees. The council ratified weekly HTE System payments of $449,338.60 and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution R-40-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 1606 Harlem Avenue (District 1).
• Approved Resolution R-41-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 310 North 32nd Street (District 6).
• Approved Resolution R-42-21 annulling a portion of an unnamed alley between Duncan Court and Edith Lane.
• Approved Resolution R-43-21 authorizing a co-sponsorship agreement with the Gadsden Airport Authority.
• Approved Resolution R-44-21 authorizing a $15,000 agreement with JBW&T, Inc. for sewer work to facilitate Prince Metal Stamping expansion.
• Approved Resolution R-45-21 opposing Senate Bill 247 to phase out occupational license fees in Etowah County.
• Ratified payment of HTE System accounts totaling $449,338.60 for the week of March 12-18, 2021.
• Approved minutes of the March 9 Finance Committee and March 16 Public Safety Committee, Work Session, and Council meetings.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to address routine business, including approving minutes and payments, plus several resolutions. Key items include public hearings on nuisance abatement for four properties, appointments to city boards, and authorization for a CDBG-CARES Act grant application. The agenda also includes special use permits for T-Mobile and an amendment to a tower lease agreement.

• Public hearings on nuisance abatement for 710 South 6th Street, 1414 Centre Avenue, 3014 Topeka Street, and 3018 Topeka Street
• Resolution appointing member to Gadsden Airport Authority
• Resolution appointing member to Library Board
• Resolution authorizing CDBG-CARES Act grant application
• Special use permits for T-Mobile at 1124 Scenic Drive and 747 Walnut Street

The Gadsden City Council approved a resolution authorizing a $500,000 ADECA CDBG-CV grant application for COVID-19 response, with no matching funds required. It also ordered abatement of nuisances on three properties, tabled one abatement for 30 days, and made appointments to the Airport Authority and Library Board. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved resolution R-35-21 authorizing $500,000 CDBG-CV grant application (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution R-30-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 1414 Centre Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution R-31-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 3014 Topeka Street (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution R-32-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 3018 Topeka Street (unanimous)
• Tabled abatement resolution for 710 South 6th Street for 30 days (unanimous)
• Appointed Billy F. Billingsley, Sr. to Airport Authority (unanimous)
• Appointed Hilda Moody to Library Board (unanimous)
• Approved special use permits for T-Mobile at 1124 Scenic Drive and 747 Walnut Street (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider routine items, including approving minutes and ratifying payments. The main business is three public hearings on resolutions to abate nuisances at specific properties, and a resolution to authorize an agreement with Verizon Wireless. No unfinished or new business is listed.

• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 2010 Broadway Street (R-26-21)
• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 1621 Roosevelt Avenue (R-27-21)
• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 2905 Tallahassee Street (R-28-21)
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless (R-29-21)
• Ratifying payment of accounts for Feb 26 – Mar 4, 2021

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved three resolutions ordering the abatement of nuisances on properties at 2010 Broadway Street, 1621 Roosevelt Avenue, and 2905 Tallahassee Street. The council also unanimously approved a $129,124.00 agreement with Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless for wireless services. Prior to these actions, the council approved the minutes of the March 2 meeting and ratified HTE System payments totaling $900,556.94.

• Approved minutes of the March 2, 2021 work session and council meeting by unanimous vote.
• Ratified HTE System account payments for February 26-March 4, 2021, totaling $900,556.94, by unanimous vote.
• Adopted Resolution R-26-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 2010 Broadway Street by unanimous vote.
• Adopted Resolution R-27-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 1621 Roosevelt Avenue by unanimous vote.
• Adopted Resolution R-28-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 2905 Tallahassee Street by unanimous vote.
• Adopted Resolution R-29-21 authorizing agreement with Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless for $129,124.00 by unanimous vote.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council will review a resolution authorizing an agreement for the purchase of three R-25-21 replacement DART vehicles and two replacement trolley vehicles. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 update from the Emergency Management Agency.

• Resolution to authorize purchase of three R-25-21 DART vehicles
• Resolution to authorize purchase of two replacement trolley vehicles
• COVID-19 update from Josh Tanner, Emergency Management Agency
• Ratification of payment of accounts for February 19-25, 2021

The Gadsden City Council unanimously adopted Resolution R-25-21 authorizing an agreement with Transportation South, Inc. to purchase three replacement DART vehicles at $55,688 each and two replacement trolley vehicles at $69,946 each, totaling $306,956. The purchase is funded 80% federally ($245,545) and 20% by the city ($61,391.20). The council also approved the February 23, 2021 minutes and ratified HTE System accounts for the week of February 19-25, 2021, totaling $351,765.46. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution R-25-21: authorized purchase of 3 DART and 2 trolley vehicles from Transportation South, Inc. for $306,956, with federal 80% funding and city 20% match
• Approved minutes of the February 23, 2021 work session and council meeting by unanimous vote
• Ratified payment of HTE System accounts for the week of February 19-25, 2021, totaling $351,765.46, by unanimous vote

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council approved three resolutions: abating a nuisance at 1901 Noccalula Road, authorizing a two-year sponsorship agreement with Academy Sports & Outdoors for the Parks and Recreation Department, and authorizing a grant application for a Recreational Trails Program project. All were adopted unanimously. The council also ratified weekly accounts and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution R-22-21 ordering abatement of nuisance at 1901 Noccalula Road.
• Approved Resolution R-23-21 authorizing a two-year sponsorship agreement with Academy Sports & Outdoors (cash, gift cards, coaches packets) for Parks and Recreation.
• Approved Resolution R-24-21 authorizing application and acceptance of a Recreational Trails Program grant through ADECA for a $483,391 project (80% federal, 20% city).
• Ratified payment of HTE System accounts for the week of February 12-18, 2021, totaling $675,048.62.
• Approved minutes of the February 16, 2021 work session and council meeting.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including minutes and payments, and to consider a resolution to abate a nuisance property at 2441 Fairview Road. They will also vote on awarding a bid for the 2021 Herbicide Application Project. Citizen requests will be heard regarding Pilgrim's, wastewater treatment, offal trailer design, and cemetery services.

• Resolution ordering abatement of nuisance at 2441 Fairview Road (tabled 30 days)
• Resolution awarding Bid No. 3448 for 2021 Herbicide Application Project (R-21-21)
• Citizen request: Pilgrim's culture and opportunities in rendering group
• Citizen request: Koch wastewater upgrade and odor concern
• Citizen request: Services at Forrest and Oaklawn Cemeteries

The Gadsden City Council approved a three-year herbicide application contract with EDKO, LLC totaling $240,270, and tabled a nuisance abatement resolution for an additional 30 days. The meeting was held via teleconference with a quorum present.

• Approved Bid No. 3448 for 2021 Herbicide Application Project to EDKO, LLC ($80,090/year for 3 years, total $240,270) (unanimous)
• Tabled nuisance abatement resolution for 2441 Fairview Road for an additional 30 days (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 9, 2021 work session and council meeting (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System accounts for week of February 5-11, 2021 ($1,143,779.51) (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council met by teleconference and took several actions, including approving minutes, ratifying weekly accounts, tabling a nuisance abatement resolution for 30 more days, and adopting a bid for the 2021 herbicide application project. The council also heard public comments on various topics.

• Tabled nuisance abatement at 2441 Fairview Road for 30 days
• Adopted Resolution R-21-21 awarding Bid No. 3448 for 2021 Herbicide Application Project
• Ratified payment of accounts for week of February 5-11, 2021
• Approved minutes of February 9, 2021 meetings

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, ratifying payments, and issuing proclamations. They will vote on two resolutions: one authorizing a legal services agreement with Randy Phillips for the Civil Service Board, and another establishing a memorandum of understanding involving the police department and other agencies. The agenda also includes citizen requests about rendering in urban areas.

• Resolution R-19-21: Authorizing agreement with Randy Phillips for legal representation for the Gadsden Civil Service Board
• Resolution R-20-21: Authorizing memorandum of understanding with Gadsden Police Department, Etowah County Sheriff's Department, Gadsden Job Corp's Center, and Chugach Education Services
• Ratifying payment of accounts for week of January 29 – February 4, 2021
• Citizen request by Ken Le Faive on rendering in urban areas
• Citizen request by Dr. Daniel Whitehead on chemistry around odor treatment for rendering

The Gadsden City Council approved two resolutions: a three-year legal services agreement with Randy Phillips for the Civil Service Board at $125/hour, and a one-year memorandum of understanding between the police, sheriff, Job Corps, and Chugach Education Services. The council also ratified weekly payments and heard public comments on rendering plant technology.

• Approved Resolution R-19-21 authorizing legal services agreement with Randy Phillips (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-20-21 authorizing MOU with police, sheriff, Job Corps, and Chugach (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System accounts for Jan 29-Feb 4, 2021, totaling $1,760,546.13 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Feb 2, 2021 work session and council meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council held a work session and regular meeting by teleconference on February 9, 2021. They reviewed a potential resolution for a herbicide application project and heard a COVID-19 update from the EMA director. The council approved minutes, ratified payments, and adopted resolutions for legal services and a law enforcement MOU.

• Reviewed Resolution for Bid No. 3448, 2021 Herbicide Application Project
• Ratified accounts for week of January 29 – February 4, 2021
• Adopted Resolution R-19-21: legal services agreement with Randy Phillips for Civil Service Board
• Adopted Resolution R-20-21: MOU with Job Corps, Chugach Education, Police, Sheriff's office
• Heard public comments on rendering plants and odor treatment

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and payments, and issuing proclamations. Key items include resolutions to appoint members to the Gadsden Commercial Development Authority, authorize agreements for fishing tournaments at Coosa Landing, and a motion to indefinitely continue a resolution that would deny economic incentives for Pilgrim's Pride industrial development.

• Resolution R-15-21: appointing/reappointing members to Gadsden Commercial Development Authority
• Resolution R-16-21: agreement with Coosa River Team Trail for 2021 tournaments (March and October) at Coosa Landing
• Resolution R-17-21: agreement with Crappie Masters, Inc. for Alabama Crappie Tournaments on March 6 and May 22, 2021 at Coosa Landing
• Resolution R-18-21: agreement with American Bass Anglers, Inc. for Open Series Tournament on June 12, 2021 at Coosa Landing
• Motion to continue indefinitely: resolution to not grant economic incentives for Pilgrim's Pride industrial development

The Gadsden City Council met on February 2, 2021, and approved several routine items, including minutes, payments, and appointments. A resolution opposing Pilgrim's Pride's proposed rendering plant was introduced but tabled indefinitely by a 4-2 vote, with Councilman Wilson and Worthy voting against tabling. The council also approved agreements to sponsor fishing tournaments at Coosa Landing.

• Approved minutes of January 26, 2021, work session and council meeting (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System accounts for week of January 22-28, 2021, totaling $1,156,173.69 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-15-21 appointing/reappointing members to Gadsden Commercial Development Authority (5-1, Worthy opposed)
• Adopted Resolution R-16-21 authorizing $12,500 agreement with Coosa River Team Trail for four fishing tournaments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-17-21 authorizing $500 agreement with Crappie Masters, Inc. for two fishing tournaments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-18-21 authorizing $1,000 agreement with American Bass Anglers, Inc. for one fishing tournament (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution regarding Pilgrim's Pride Corporation's proposed rendering plant indefinitely (4-2, Worthy and Wilson opposed)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council will meet via teleconference to consider several items, including a resolution to abate a nuisance property at 507 Cherry Street, which was tabled in December. The council will also hold public hearings on three alcoholic beverage license requests for businesses on Rainbow Drive, S. 11th Street, and W. Meighan Blvd. Additionally, the agenda includes appointments to the Gadsden Cultural Arts Foundation and routine approvals of minutes and payments.

• Nuisance abatement resolution for 507 Cherry Street (Montgomery Enterprises, LLC)
• Public hearing: Alcohol license for AJ Bravo, LLC d/b/a Don Bigotes (1729 Rainbow Drive)
• Public hearing: Alcohol license for Express Mart 1 (2511 S. 11th Street)
• Public hearing: Alcohol license for Fresh Value (2519 W. Meighan Blvd.)
• Appointments to Gadsden Cultural Arts Foundation (Arthur, Brown, Robinson)

The Gadsden City Council approved three alcoholic beverage licenses (Don Bigotes, Express Mart 1, Fresh Value), appointed members to the Cultural Arts Foundation and Zoning Board, and authorized lease and nondisturbance agreements. All votes were recorded with specific tallies. The meeting also included COVID-19 updates and a bid opening for a herbicide project.

• Approved alcoholic beverage license for AJ Bravo, LLC d/b/a Don Bigotes (6-1, Cannon opposed)
• Approved alcoholic beverage license for Express Motors Partnership GP d/b/a Express Mart 1 (4-2, Wilson abstained)
• Approved alcoholic beverage license for Fresh Value Gadsden, LLC d/b/a Fresh Value (5-2, Toles and Cannon opposed)
• Approved Resolution R-11-21 appointing Bo Arthur, Jessica Brown, and Cody Robinson to Cultural Arts Foundation (6-1, Worthy opposed)
• Approved Resolution R-12-21 appointing Earl Heard to Zoning Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-13-21 authorizing lease with Dairymans Supply Company at $4,000/month (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-14-21 authorizing nondisturbance agreement with Gadsden OPCO, LLC and Bank of America (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council met by teleconference and approved several routine items, including liquor licenses, appointments, a lease, and a nondisturbance agreement. They also reviewed seven potential resolutions for future consideration, including fishing tournament sponsorships and a lease agreement. The meeting included a COVID-19 update from the Emergency Management Agency director.

• Approved restaurant retail liquor license for Don Bigotes at 1729 Rainbow Drive
• Approved retail beer and wine licenses for Express Mart 1 at 2511 S. 11th Street and Fresh Value at 2519 W. Meighan Boulevard
• Authorized month-to-month lease with Dairyman's Supply Company for Air Depot property at $4,000 per month
• Authorized nondisturbance agreement with Gadsden OPCO, LLC and Bank of America regarding Buffalo Wild Wings sale
• Reviewed potential $12,500 sponsorship with Coosa River Team Trail for fishing tournaments

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including a special use permit for a T-Mobile wireless facility, a lease extension with Gadsden Warehousing, a tournament agreement, a tax abatement for Koch Foods, and a police department agreement. They will also receive a COVID-19 update and ratify payments.

• Special use permit for T-Mobile wireless facility at 909 Bellevue Drive (R-03-21)
• Lease extension with Gadsden Warehousing, Inc. (R-04-21)
• Agreement with MLFLW, LLC for Phoenix Bass Fishing League tournament on June 26, 2021 (R-05-21)
• Tax abatement agreement with Koch Foods of Gadsden, LLC (R-06-21)
• Agreement with Lexipol, LLC for Gadsden Police Department (R-07-21)

The Gadsden City Council unanimously approved a 10-year tax abatement for Koch Foods of Gadsden, LLC, supporting a $15,866,107 expansion expected to create 135 jobs. The council also approved a special use permit for T-Mobile, extended a lease with Gadsden Warehousing, Inc., and authorized agreements for a fishing tournament sponsorship and police policy updates.

• Approved tax abatement for Koch Foods expansion (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for T-Mobile at 909 Bellevue Drive (unanimous)
• Approved 60-day lease extension with Gadsden Warehousing (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 sponsorship for Phoenix Bass Fishing League tournament (unanimous)
• Approved Lexipol agreement for police policy updates (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council met by teleconference and took several actions, including approving a tax abatement agreement with Koch Foods of Gadsden for a major facility addition and authorizing an agreement with Lexipol, LLC to update and certify police department policies. They also approved a special use permit for T-Mobile, extended a lease with Gadsden Warehousing, and authorized a fishing tournament agreement. The meeting included a COVID-19 update from the Emergency Management Agency director.

• Approved tax abatement agreement with Koch Foods of Gadsden for major addition to existing facility
• Authorized agreement with Lexipol, LLC for police department policy update and certification
• Adopted special use permit for T-Mobile to modify wireless facility at 909 Bellevue Drive
• Extended lease with Gadsden Warehousing, Inc. for Building T-4 at Air Depot for 60 days
• Authorized $1,500 agreement with MLFLW, LLC for Phoenix Bass Fishing League tournament at Coosa Landing

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council held a teleconference work session and regular meeting on January 12, 2021. They reviewed four potential resolutions, including a lease extension, a T-Mobile special use permit, a fishing tournament sponsorship, and a workers compensation claims contract. At the regular meeting, they approved the workers comp contract with Sedgwick Claims Management Services for a 2-year term and tabled a nuisance abatement resolution for 2441 Fairview Road for 30 days. The agenda also included routine items like approving minutes and ratifying weekly payments.

• Approved Resolution R-02-21: 2-year workers compensation claims administration agreement with Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc.
• Tabled nuisance abatement for 2441 Fairview Road (District 7) for 30 days
• Noted no action needed on nuisance at 909 Penny Street (District 3) as owner abated it
• Reviewed potential 60-day lease extension with Gadsden Warehousing, Inc. for Building T-4, Sections A, B, C
• Reviewed potential $1,500 sponsorship agreement with MLFLW, LLC for fishing tournament at Coosa Landing on June 26, 2021

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, ratifying payments, and receiving a COVID-19 update. They will also consider a resolution to authorize an agreement with Sedgwick Claims Management Services for claims administration, and address two nuisance abatement resolutions, one of which is tabled for 30 days.

• Resolution authorizing agreement with Sedgwick Claims Management Services (R-02-21)
• Nuisance abatement resolution for 909 Penny Street (no council action)
• Nuisance abatement resolution for 2441 Fairview Road (tabled 30 days)
• Ratifying payment of accounts for week of January 1-7, 2021
• Update on COVID-19 by Emergency Management Agency Director

The Gadsden City Council approved a two-year agreement with Sedgwick Claims Management Services for workers' compensation claims administration, with annual fees of $36,050 and $37,500. The council also ratified weekly HTE System payments of $1,682,325.73 and tabled a nuisance abatement resolution for 2441 Fairview Road for an additional 30 days. No action was taken on a previously tabled nuisance at 909 Penny Street because the owner had abated it.

• Approved Sedgwick Claims Management Services agreement (unanimous)
• Ratified HTE System payments of $1,682,325.73 (unanimous)
• Tabled nuisance abatement at 2441 Fairview Road for 30 days (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 5, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and ratifying payments. The main substantive items are two resolutions ordering the abatement of nuisances at specific properties, both previously tabled. No new business is listed.

• Resolution R-01-21 ordering nuisance abatement at 1224 Malone Street (Diane J. Glass), tabled for 30 days on 12-1-20
• Resolution ordering nuisance abatement at 721 Berea Avenue (740 Chestnut Street on county records) (AKC Properties, LLC, Donald Causey), subject to mortgage in favor of Exchange Bank of Alabama, tabled indefinitely
• Ratifying payment of accounts for the week of December 25–31, 2020
• Update on COVID-19 by Emergency Management Agency Director Deborah Gaither
• Proclamations by Mayor Sherman Guyton

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Gadsden City Council met by teleconference and received a COVID-19 update from the EMA director. They approved routine items, adopted a resolution to abate nuisances at 1224 Malone Street, and tabled a similar resolution for 721 Berea Avenue indefinitely.

• Approved minutes of Dec 29, 2020 work session and council meeting
• Ratified payment of accounts for week of Dec 25-31, 2020
• Adopted Resolution R-01-21 ordering abatement of nuisances at 1224 Malone Street (District 3)
• Tabled resolution for abatement at 721 Berea Avenue (District 5) indefinitely