Dothan public meetings in 2021

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will vote on several resolutions, including a $9.09 million contract for Phase II of the Rip Hewes Stadium renovations, two property purchases, and multiple abatement cost confirmations. The agenda also includes public hearings on unsafe structures and annexation, plus routine approvals for licenses, bids, and invoices.

• Award $9,090,000 contract to Lewis Construction for Rip Hewes Stadium Phase II
• Purchase parking lot at 112 W. Troy Street for $100,000 from Kenneth Whatley
• Purchase property at 825 Dusy Street for $8,500 for drainage access
• Approve change order with Saliba Construction for ice rink assembly ($37,347.52)
• Approve $13,229,986.41 in November invoices

The Dothan City Commission approved a $9.09 million contract for Phase II of the Rip Hewes Stadium renovations, with one dissenting vote. The commission also approved several other resolutions, including property purchases, liquor licenses, and a $2.5 million offer for a Houston County property. All other items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $9,090,000 contract for Rip Hewes Stadium Phase II (6-1)
• Approved $2,500,000 offer for 38-acre property at 1701 East Cottonwood Road
• Approved $100,000 purchase of parking lot at 112 W. Troy Street
• Approved $8,500 purchase of property at 825 Dusy Street for drainage access
• Approved $37,347.52 change order for Waddlington Park Ice Rink labor
• Approved $317,387 contract for Memorial Trail Project
• Approved $13,229,986.41 in November invoices
• Approved liquor licenses for The Juicy Crab and Beeline 643

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning 26.91 acres owned by John Downs in the 4600 block of Westgate Parkway from A-C and R-2 districts to L-I (Light Industry). The agenda also includes several contracts, including a $3.35 million final contract for Rip Hewes Stadium renovations, a change order for sewer improvements, and numerous CDBG subrecipient agreements. Several appointments and routine resolutions are also scheduled.

• Rezoning 26.91 acres on Westgate Parkway to Light Industry
• Final contract with Saliba Construction for Rip Hewes Stadium Phase I at $3,348,167
• Change Order No. 1 with Blankenship Contracting for sewer improvements, +$64,857.66
• Workers' comp claims administration contract with Brentwood Services at $38,800/year for 2 years
• CDBG subrecipient agreements totaling over $500,000 for various agencies

The Dothan Board of Commissioners approved Ordinance No. 2021-365, rezoning 26.91 acres owned by John Downs in the 4600 Block of Westgate Parkway from Agriculture-Conservation and Residential Single-Family to Light Industry, with a 6-0 vote. The board also approved a $3.35 million final contract for Phase I of the Rip Hewes Stadium renovations, a $2.15 million sewer project change order, and numerous other contracts and appointments. Additionally, the board approved a restaurant retail liquor license for El Rincon Mexican Restaurant and multiple CDBG subrecipient agreements.

• Approved rezoning of 26.91 acres on Westgate Parkway to Light Industry (6-0)
• Approved $3,348,167 final contract for Rip Hewes Stadium Phase I renovations
• Approved $64,857.66 change order for sewer improvements, extending contract to 634 days
• Approved $38,800/year workers' comp claims administration contract with Brentwood Services
• Approved $49,860.51 landfill compliance monitoring agreement with TTL, Inc.
• Approved restaurant retail liquor license for El Rincon Mexican Restaurant
• Approved 15 CDBG subrecipient agreements totaling over $400,000
• Approved $276,480 purchase of aerial devices for IT and Utilities

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on rezoning 20.96 acres on Ross Clark Circle from residential to commercial, and on abating noxious weeds. They will also consider multiple ordinances, resolutions, and contracts, including tax abatements, CDBG-CARES Act fund allocations, and various service agreements.

• Rezoning Locklier Estate property (20.96 acres) on Ross Clark Circle from R-1 to B-2 and B-3
• Weed abatement resolution declaring overgrown properties as nuisances
• Tax abatement for Sam Houston Industrial Park – Project Cant
• CDBG-CARES Act subrecipient agreements totaling $598,942 (including $350,000 for Montana School, $100,000 for Alfred Saliba Family Services Center, $65,522.75 for Salvation Army, $13,419.25 + $20,000 for Habitat for Humanity, $50,000 for Legal Services of Alabama)
• Contract with The Jones Group for state government affairs at $5,000/month

The Dothan Board of Commissioners approved several ordinances and resolutions, including rezoning 20.96 acres on Ross Clark Circle from R-1 to B-2/B-3, granting two liquor licenses, and adopting a weed control ordinance. They also approved numerous contracts and purchases, including a $392,860 wastewater pump refurbishment and a $503,618 water slide rehabilitation. A resolution to hire a state lobbyist was denied, and a resolution to restructure the Community Development Advisory Board passed 5-2.

• Approved rezoning of Locklier Estate property (20.96 acres) to B-2/B-3 (7-0)
• Approved Restaurant Retail Liquor License for Peru at 202 Ross Clark Circle (unanimous)
• Approved Special Retail License for Kiss My Axe at 256 North Foster Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-326 amending weed control code (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-327 removing pool/billiards approval requirement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-330 tax abatement for Sam Houston Industrial Park (unanimous)
• Denied Resolution 2021-334 state lobbyist contract (2-5)
• Approved Resolution 2021-332 restructuring Community Development Advisory Board (5-2)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The City Commission is reviewing multiple rezoning requests, infrastructure contracts, and a $20,245,000.00 bond issuance for debt refunding. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding weed abatement, unsafe structures, and economic development agreements.

• Issuance of $20,245,000.00 General Obligation Warrant Series 2021 for debt refunding
• Economic Development Agreement with Watwood Investment, LLC up to $250,000.00
• Contract award to Suncoast Infrastructure, Inc. for B4-52 Project in the amount of $5,296,710.00
• Contract award to Wyatt Sasser Construction for Water World Renovations Phase II for $2,560,000.00
• Application for ADECA CDBG grant of $476,784.48 to purchase two 20-Bed Isolation Facilities

The Dothan City Commission approved a $20,245,000 general obligation warrant to refund prior debt, three rezoning ordinances, and numerous resolutions including contracts, grants, and purchases. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except where noted. The meeting also included proclamations and a discussion on recent gun violence.

• Approved $20,245,000 General Obligation Warrant Series 2021 for refunding (6-0)
• Rezoned 400 Dusy Street from R-4 to B-1 (6-0)
• Rezoned 1238 Whatley Drive from R-1 to O-2 (6-0)
• Rezoned property near S. Brannon Stand Rd & Flowers Chapel Rd from A-C to B-3 (6-0)
• Approved $250,000 economic development agreement with Watwood Investment, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $476,784.48 CDBG-CV grant application for two 20-bed isolation facilities (unanimous)
• Awarded $5,296,710 contract to Suncoast Infrastructure for B4-52 rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved $14,699,401.97 in September invoices (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The City Commission is reviewing multiple contracts for park improvements, road design, and utility maintenance. The agenda also includes proclamations for cybersecurity and fire prevention awareness.

• $1,747,162.00 contract with Sports Fields, Inc. for infield turf at James Oates Park
• $108,112.00 agreement with Poly Inc. for Flowers Chapel Road lane design
• $300,000.00 contract with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for water program management
• $119,734.08 agreement with Motorola Solutions for two dispatch console positions
• Public hearing regarding the removal of noxious or dangerous weeds

The Dothan City Commission unanimously approved a $1,747,162 contract with Sports Fields, Inc. for infield turf installation at James Oates Park. The board also approved several other contracts, including a $108,112 design agreement for a westbound lane on Flowers Chapel Road and a $300,000 professional services contract for water programs. All resolutions and ordinances passed unanimously, with no substantive opposition or debate on any item.

• Approved $1,747,162 contract with Sports Fields, Inc. for infield turf at James Oates Park (unanimous)
• Approved $108,112 agreement with Poly Inc. for design of westbound lane on Flowers Chapel Road (unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 contract with Barge Design Solutions for water program management (unanimous)
• Approved $119,734.08 agreement with Motorola Solutions for two dispatch consoles (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 contract with Poly Inc. for tank inspections (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 deductive change order with Tank Pro, Inc. for tank rehab (unanimous)
• Approved $134,151.03 deductive change order with Pedal Valves, Inc. for meter project (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-278 requiring city depositories to be SAFE Program members (7-0)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will consider a resolution appropriating up to $1,641,000 to the Dothan Downtown Redevelopment Authority for property acquisition for the Moody Hospital Redevelopment project. The agenda also includes several other resolutions, such as approving a $889,749.96 five-year agreement with Axon Enterprise for Taser devices, awarding a $1,001,012 sewer extension contract, and approving a $191,710 ice rink project. Additionally, the commission will canvass the September 14 runoff election results and consider various routine items like alcohol license applications and budget amendments.

• Appropriate up to $1,641,000 for Moody Hospital Redevelopment property acquisition
• Approve $889,749.96 five-year Taser conducted energy device system agreement with Axon Enterprise
• Award $1,001,012 Baywood Sewer Extension project to L & K Contracting Company
• Approve $191,710 Waddlington Park Ice Rink project with Saliba Construction Co.
• Approve $17,724,271.34 in August 2021 invoices

The Dothan City Commission unanimously approved Resolution 2021-254, appropriating up to $1,641,000 to the Dothan Downtown Redevelopment Authority for property acquisition for the Moody Hospital Redevelopment Project, with The Banyan Foundation as developer. The commission also adopted resolutions canvassing the September 14 runoff election, declaring Aristotle 'Kat' Kirkland the District 2 commissioner-elect, and approved numerous other items including liquor licenses, budget amendments, contracts, and purchases. All votes were unanimous except for Resolution 2021-273, where Mayor Saliba abstained and the remaining six commissioners voted yea.

• Approved $1.64M appropriation for Moody Hospital redevelopment (unanimous)
• Canvassed runoff election results; declared Aristotle 'Kat' Kirkland elected for District 2 (unanimous)
• Approved retail beer and wine licenses for Linden Grocery and Dante's Pizza (unanimous)
• Adopted amended Resolution 2021-234 granting cash appropriations to agencies for FY2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $191,710 contract with Saliba Construction for Waddlington Park Ice Rink (unanimous)
• Approved $889,749.96 five-year Axon Taser system agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $17.7M in August 2021 invoices (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Mark Saliba to Southeast Alabama Gas District Board (6-0, Saliba abstained)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The City Commission will consider the biennial budget for fiscal years 2022 and 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on rezoning, various grant acceptances, and several liquor license applications.

• Adoption of the Biennium Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023
• Rezoning of 4974 Fortner Street from Agricultural Conservation to Residential High Density
• Acceptance of a $98,560.00 ADEM grant for the City's recycling program expansion
• Acceptance of a $263,117.40 grant for the At-Risk After School Food Service Program
• Seven applications for retail beer and wine licenses for Southern Traders locations

The Board approved the biennium operating and capital budget for fiscal years 2022 and 2023, and rezoned property at 4974 Fortner Street from A-C to R-3. It also approved seven retail beer and wine licenses for Southern Traders locations, and tabled a resolution on cash appropriations to agencies until September 21. Numerous resolutions were adopted, including agreements for recycling, school funding, and health insurance.

• Approved minutes of August 17 and 19 meetings.
• Approved seven retail beer and table wine licenses for Southern Traders locations.
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-228 rezoning 4974 Fortner Street to R-3 (Mayor Saliba abstained).
• Adopted Resolution 2021-229 declaring weed-overgrown properties as nuisances.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-230 scheduling a public hearing on weed nuisances for October 5.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-231 confirming abatement costs to be added to tax bills.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-232 adopting the FY2022-23 biennium budget.
• Tabled Resolution 2021-234 on cash appropriations to agencies until September 21.

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The City Commission held a work session to discuss the upcoming 2022-2023 biennial budget. No other items were listed for discussion during this session.

• Discussion of the 2022-2023 Biennial Budget

The Dothan Board of Commissioners held a work session on August 19, 2021, to review the proposed Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023 biennium budget. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was informational, with presentations from the finance director and city manager. The board discussed budget goals, fund balances, and capital projects, with plans to adopt the budget at the September 7 meeting.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at work session
• Reviewed FY2022-23 biennium budget presentation
• Discussed utility fund transfer percentage and landfill revenue
• Discussed downtown farmer's market and animal shelter projects
• Discussed nursing staff availability amid COVID-19 cases

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission approved all resolutions on the agenda, including accepting a $43,150 design contract for a pedestrian bridge, a $314,949 tank rehabilitation contract, and a $585,481 ALDOT lighting agreement. A liquor license application for Club Pressure died for lack of a second. All other items were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of Aug 3 and Aug 10 meetings (unanimous)
• Liquor license for Club Pressure died (no second to motion)
• Adopted weed abatement resolution 2021-215 (unanimous)
• Adopted weed abatement hearing resolution 2021-216 (unanimous)
• Accepted deed for land near Young Junior High (unanimous)
• Approved $43,150 pedestrian bridge design contract (unanimous)
• Approved $314,949 tank rehabilitation contract (unanimous)
• Approved $585,481 ALDOT lighting agreement (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan Board of Commissioners canvassed the August 3, 2021 municipal election results, declaring Mark Saliba re-elected mayor and certifying winners for several commission and school board seats. A run-off election for District 2 Associate Commissioner was set for September 14, 2021 between Aristotle "Kat" Kirkland and Phil "Phillipe" Kirksey. The board also unanimously adopted the CDBG 2021 Year Two Annual Action Plan after a public hearing with no speakers.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-213 approving CDBG 2021 Year Two Annual Action Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-214 canvassing election results and declaring winners (unanimous)
• Certified Mark Saliba as Mayor with 6,081 votes
• Certified Kevin Dorsey, Bradley Bedwell, John D. Ferguson, and Gantt Pierce as Associate Commissioners for Districts 1, 3, 4, and 5
• Certified P. Scott Childers as Board of Education Chair
• Certified Brenda Guilford, Melanie Boyd Hill, and Aurie J. Jenkins as Board of Education Members for Districts 1, 3, and 6
• Set run-off election for District 2 Associate Commissioner on September 14, 2021

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is meeting to vote on several items, including a rezoning request, a $271,800 contract for new wave equipment at Water World, and the purchase of land adjacent to James Oates Park. The agenda also includes public hearings on weed abatement and the use of federal grant funds, plus routine approvals for licenses, bids, and travel.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 103 Bracewell Avenue from O-2 to R-1
• Resolution to fund 2020/2021 CDBG projects with $173,387.22 in un-obligated funds
• Resolution awarding $271,800.00 contract to Aquatic Development Group for Water World wave equipment
• Resolution to buy ~11.57 acres adjacent to James Oates Park from Duncor Development for $70,000.00 plus $50,000.00 donated value
• Restaurant liquor license for Stuckey's Diner and beer/wine license for Super Mart

The Dothan Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including a $271,800 contract for replacement wave generation equipment at Water World, a $70,000 land purchase adjacent to James Oates Park, and a $173,387.22 CDBG fund reprogramming. Two liquor licenses were approved, and a rezoning at 103 Bracewell Avenue was adopted. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved Restaurant Retail Liquor License for Stuckey's Diner at 220 East Powell St (unanimous)
• Approved Retail Beer and Table Wine License for Super Mart at 2409 Reeves St (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-203 rezoning 103 Bracewell Ave from O-2 to R-1 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-204 approving $173,387.22 in CDBG fund reprogramming (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-205 declaring weed-overgrown properties as nuisances (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-207 awarding $271,800 contract to Aquatic Development Group for Water World wave equipment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-210 purchasing 11.57 acres adjacent to James Oates Park for $70,000 plus $50,000 donated value (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-211 awarding multiple bids and purchases over $15,000 (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will consider a lease agreement with Hollywood South Studios for the former Young Junior High School, declare weed-overgrown properties as nuisances, and approve a three-year insurance brokerage contract with USI Insurance Services. The agenda also includes several routine items such as accepting donated parcels, approving utility easements, and awarding grants.

• Lease with Hollywood South Studios for 500 Dusy Street at $460/month for one year
• Resolution declaring weed-overgrown properties as nuisances and ordering abatement
• Contract with USI Insurance Services for $75,000 (year 1), $85,000 (year 2), $95,000 (year 3)
• Grant application for solar project at Little Choctawhatchee Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approval of June 2021 invoices totaling $12,359,321.88

The Dothan Board of Commissioners approved a one-year lease agreement with Hollywood South Studios, LLC for the property at 500 Dusy Street, formerly Young Junior High School, at a minimum cost of $460.00 per month. The board also adopted resolutions declaring overgrown properties as nuisances, approving a $75,000 insurance brokerage contract with USI Insurance Services, and accepting a $50,232 federal grant for law enforcement technology. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2021-184, leasing 500 Dusy Street to Hollywood South Studios, LLC for $460.00 per month for one year.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-185, declaring overgrown properties as nuisances and ordering abatement.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-186, calling for a public hearing on overgrown properties on August 17, 2021.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-187, confirming abatement costs for repeat offenders and turning them over to the County Tax Collector.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-189, contracting with USI Insurance Services for insurance brokerage at escalating fees of $75,000, $85,000, and $95,000 over three years.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-195, accepting a $50,232 federal grant for law enforcement technology, shared with Houston and Dale Counties.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-200, approving June 2021 invoices totaling $12,359,321.88.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-201, awarding bids and approving purchases over $15,000, including uniforms and a Chevrolet Silverado.

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on a rezoning request, a CARES Act funding amendment, and numerous resolutions including contracts, appointments, and weed abatement. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, recognitions, and employee of the month, alongside more substantive actions such as a $150,000 contract for an overlay district and a $9,000/month lobbying agreement.

• Rezoning 481 South Saint Andrews Street from R-4 to O-2
• Contract with Design Workshop, Inc. for $150,000 for Highway 84 East Corridor overlay district
• Agreement with Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP for $9,000/month for governmental affairs
• Reimburse Houston County $225,338.86 for Napier Field Road resurfacing
• Police Department seizure funds utilization of $20,110.45

The Dothan Board of Commissioners approved a $150,000 contract with Design Workshop, Inc. to develop an overlay district supporting the Highway 84 East Corridor Plan. The board also approved a $9,000/month governmental affairs agreement with Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP, a $225,338.86 reimbursement to Houston County for Napier Field Road resurfacing, and multiple other resolutions including rezoning, CARES Act funding, and various purchases. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved $150,000 contract with Design Workshop, Inc. for Highway 84 East overlay district (unanimous)
• Approved $9,000/month governmental affairs agreement with Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP (unanimous)
• Approved $225,338.86 reimbursement to Houston County for Napier Field Road resurfacing (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-165 rezoning 481 S. Saint Andrews St. from R-4 to O-2 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-166 for CARES Act funding amendment to Consolidated Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-182 awarding bids and purchases over $15,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-183 for advance travel requests totaling $49,492.34 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-180 using $20,110.45 in seizure funds for Police Department (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will consider a wide range of items, including a $3.37 million contract for Phase I of Rip Hewes Stadium renovations, a $5.64 million Oracle ERP implementation, and several property and weed abatement actions. The meeting includes public hearings on weed abatement and surplus property conveyances to the Dothan Downtown Redevelopment Authority. Also on the agenda are contracts for park improvements, utility relocation, and software services.

• Contract with Saliba Construction Co., Inc. for Phase I of Rip Hewes Stadium renovations, $3,367,565.00
• Agreement with Enterprise Solutions Consulting for Oracle ERP implementation, $5,637,000.00
• Public hearing on abatement of noxious weeds and resolution declaring properties as nuisances
• Ordinances declaring parcels at South Alice/Fortner and Whiddon/Linden as surplus and conveying to Dothan Downtown Redevelopment Authority
• Contract with Triple T Construction for CDBG Sidewalk Project on Haven Drive, $71,500.00

The Dothan Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $3,367,565 contract with Saliba Construction Co., Inc. for Phase I of the Rip Hewes Stadium renovations, including a new video scoreboard, LED lighting, and parking lot resurfacing. The board also approved several other items, including surplus property conveyances, a $5.64M Oracle ERP implementation, and various contracts and purchases. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Approved $3,367,565 contract for Rip Hewes Stadium Phase I renovations (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-142 conveying surplus parcel on South Alice/Fortner Streets to Dothan Downtown Redevelopment Authority (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-143 conveying surplus parcel on Whiddon/Linden Streets to Dothan Downtown Redevelopment Authority (7-0)
• Approved $5,637,000 Oracle ERP implementation services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $2,078,644.12 Oracle software subscription contract (unanimous)
• Approved $71,500 contract for 2020 CDBG Sidewalk Project on Haven Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $92,000 agreement for Great White Slide refurbishing at Water World (unanimous)
• Approved $10,548,801.49 in May 2021 invoices (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is holding a work session to discuss plans for an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software system. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only this discussion item and adjournment.

• Discussion of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software system plans

The Dothan City Commission held a work session to review a proposal to replace the CentralSquare ERP software with an Oracle Cloud-based system. Staff presented the 30-month implementation plan, costs, and staffing needs, but no formal vote was taken. The Commission discussed benefits, risks, and funding, with the project already programmed into the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Reviewed Oracle Cloud ERP replacement proposal (no vote)
• Discussed 30-month High Velocity Plan for implementation
• Reviewed recommended staffing: 2 permanent IT Business Analysts, 4 temporary positions
• Confirmed funding from General Fund and Utility Fund over next three years
• Noted Oracle Cloud requires no additional hardware except tablets and time clocks

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on rezoning 13 acres on South Park Avenue, approve 2021 Community Development Block Grant and CARES Act projects, and award several road construction contracts. The agenda also includes liquor license applications, election-related ordinances, and a parade permit appeal.

• Rezoning 13.053 acres in the 4900 block of South Park Avenue from A-C to R-3
• Contract with MidSouth Paving for SR-12 (US-84/West Main Street) additional lane, city share $4,045,459.38
• Agreement with Poly, Inc. for CE&I services on SR-12 lane project, not to exceed $544,688.00
• Street resurfacing contract with Mid-South Paving Inc. for $1,785,710.00
• 2021 CDBG and CARES Act fund allocation approval

The Dothan Board of Commissioners denied an appeal by Tri-State Expo to hold its Juneteenth parade on Main Street, voting 4-2 against the route. The board approved two liquor licenses, rezoned 13 acres on South Park Avenue, and adopted multiple ordinances and resolutions, including election measures and road contracts.

• Denied Tri-State Expo parade permit appeal for Main Street route (4-2)
• Approved Restaurant Retail Liquor License for D and B at 4084 Ross Clark Circle, Suite 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Restaurant Retail Liquor License for Hangar 38 at 3120 Ross Clark Circle (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-124 rezoning 13.053 acres at 4900 Block South Park Avenue from A-C to R-3 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-125 ordering municipal election on Aug 3, 2021 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-126 establishing electronic vote counting devices (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-134 for SR-12 lane addition with $4,045,459.38 city share (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-137 awarding street resurfacing bid to MidSouth Paving for $1,785,710.00 (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is meeting to consider a series of resolutions, including several professional service agreements for infrastructure projects, weed abatement actions, and police-related funding. They will also hold a public hearing on weed abatement and approve routine items like invoices and travel requests.

• Public hearing on abatement of noxious weeds
• Ordinance setting poll hours for August 3, 2021 municipal election
• Resolution declaring weed-overgrown properties as nuisances and ordering abatement
• Lease agreement with I. Reese Enterprises, LLC for Grandview Elementary School property at $300/month for one year
• Agreement with Barge Design Solutions for $327,000 for B4-52 Comprehensive Basin Rehabilitation Project

The Dothan Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including payment of $14,784,481.61 in April invoices, several professional service agreements with Barge Design Solutions for sewer and stormwater projects, a lease for Grandview Elementary, and participation in law enforcement task forces. All votes were unanimous except for Ordinance 2021-106, which passed 6-0.

• Approved April 2021 invoices totaling $14,784,481.61 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-106 setting poll hours for Aug. 3 and Sept. 14 elections (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-107 declaring weed-overgrown properties as nuisances (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-110 leasing Grandview Elementary to I. Reese Enterprises for $300/month (unanimous)
• Approved $327,000 contract with Barge Design for B4-52 Basin Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved $179,944 architectural services for Water World renovations (unanimous)
• Approved $399,280 stormwater inventory Phase 1 with Barge Design (unanimous)
• Approved $529,800 for Rip Hewes Stadium lighting replacement (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will consider several resolutions, including completing a contract for the new City Operations Center with a cost decrease, entering into contracts for architectural services and emergency sewer repair, and settling two claims against the city. They will also hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment for the Downtown Overlay District and consider an alcohol license application for Golden Corral.

• Contract completion for City Operations Center with final amount $1,822,025.29
• Architectural services contract for Doug Tew Recreation Center renovations ($61,810.00)
• Emergency purchase order for US 231 North Sewer Repair ($623,976.09)
• Settlement of claims: Ruth L. Robinson ($60,000) and Doug Tanner ($30,000)
• Public hearing on Downtown Overlay District zoning amendment

The Dothan City Commission approved several resolutions, including an emergency sewer repair contract, a settlement for Ruth L. Robinson, and a settlement for Doug Tanner. It also adopted a zoning ordinance amendment, awarded bids, and approved travel requests. All actions were taken as recorded in the minutes.

• Approved emergency sewer repair contract with Blankenship Contracting for $623,976.09 (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of Ruth L. Robinson claims for $60,000 (6-1, Ferguson nay)
• Approved settlement of Doug Tanner claims for $30,000 (6-1, Ferguson nay)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-96 expanding Downtown Overlay District (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-97 completing City Operations Center contract with $17,933.71 decrease (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-98 for architectural services for Doug Tew Recreation Center renovations (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-104 awarding bids and purchases over $15,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Retail Beer and Table Wine License for Golden Corral (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning property at 141 Kelley Drive from heavy industrial to highway commercial. The agenda also includes several contracts for engineering, architectural, and repair services, a tax levy continuation, and various routine items like alcohol licenses and proclamations.

• Rezoning 141 Kelley Drive from H-I to B-2
• Contract with Poly, Inc. for $760,000 for Beaver Creek Trunk Line Rehabilitation
• Contract with Poly, Inc. for $16,800 for Dothan Municipal Court Building Renovations
• Contract with Lewis Construction, LLC for $88,500 for Eastgate Boardwalk repairs
• Continuing 5-mill property tax levy

The Dothan Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning of 141 Kelley Drive from heavy industry to highway commercial, adopted a new employment agreement for City Manager Kevin Cowper, and approved numerous contracts and purchases, including $11.3 million in March invoices. All votes were unanimous except the rezoning, which passed 7-0. The meeting also included proclamations and updates on city projects.

• Approved rezoning at 141 Kelley Drive from H-I to B-2 (7-0)
• Adopted new employment agreement for City Manager Kevin Cowper (unanimous)
• Approved $11,278,327.12 in March invoices (unanimous)
• Approved $760,000 engineering contract for Beaver Creek Trunk Line Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved $88,500 contract for Eastgate Boardwalk repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $9,777 A/V maintenance contract for Wiregrass Public Safety Center (unanimous)
• Approved $29,506 reimbursement agreement for Honeysuckle Road rail crossing engineering (unanimous)
• Approved $16,800 architectural services for Municipal Court Building Renovations (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will vote on several resolutions, including a $38,000 contract for Westgate Tank rehabilitation, a $772,177 final change order for the Redwater watermain project, and a weed abatement declaration. They will also hear the city's annual financial report and audit, and consider amendments to the 2021 budget.

• Professional services contract with Poly, Inc. for Westgate Tank (Tank No. 7) rehabilitation, not to exceed $38,000
• Change Order #1 with L and K Contracting for 2020 Redwater Watermain Replacement Project A, adding $4,111.50 for a final contract price of $772,177
• Resolution declaring overgrown properties as nuisances and ordering weed abatement
• Resolution amending various accounts in the 2021 Fiscal Year Budget
• Contract with Fireblast Global for annual maintenance at $15,566.46

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution awarding bids and purchases over $15,000, including a new Class A pumper fire truck for $671,727, four Ram pickup trucks for $81,035.64, and various police and public works equipment. The board also adopted resolutions to amend the FY 2021 budget, contract for Westgate Tank rehabilitation, and accept a deed for land adjacent to Wiregrass Park. All resolutions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2021-65 declaring overgrown properties as nuisances and ordering abatement.
• Approved Resolution 2021-66 amending various accounts in the 2021 Fiscal Year Budget.
• Approved Resolution 2021-67 contracting with Poly, Inc. for Westgate Tank rehabilitation up to $38,000.
• Approved Resolution 2021-68 final change order for Redwater Watermain Project, final contract $772,177.
• Approved Resolution 2021-69 modifying small cell wireless facility regulations to comply with federal law.
• Approved Resolution 2021-70 annual maintenance agreement with Fireblast Global for $15,566.46.
• Approved Resolution 2021-71 accepting donated land adjacent to Wiregrass Park.
• Approved Resolution 2021-76 awarding bids and purchases over $15,000, including a $671,727 fire truck.

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is meeting to decide on several items, including a rezoning request, multiple contracts and purchases, and a legal settlement. The agenda includes public hearings on rezoning, weed abatement, and demolition of unsafe structures, followed by votes on related ordinances and resolutions. Notable actions include a $250,000 settlement of claims, a $147,115.63 lab services contract, and a $289,100 right-of-way maintenance contract.

• Rezoning 1302 Taylor Road from L-I to R-1
• Contract with Polyenvironmental Corp for lab services, $147,115.63
• Contract with Gulf Breeze Landscaping for right-of-way maintenance, $289,100
• Settlement of claims in estate of Richard Earl Lawrence, $250,000
• Accept $119,538 Homeland Security grant for Police Bomb Team equipment

The Dothan Board of Commissioners approved a $250,000 settlement in the estate case of Richard Earl Lawrence, two liquor licenses (Beeline 505 and The Crazy Monkey Bar and Grill), and a rezoning of 1302 Taylor Road from light industry to residential. They also adopted resolutions for weed abatement, demolition of unsafe structures, and a contract for laboratory services. Commissioner Fleming announced he will not seek reelection.

• Approved $250,000 settlement of claims in the estate of Richard Earl Lawrence
• Approved retail beer and table wine license for Beeline 505 at 1421 Westgate Parkway
• Approved lounge retail liquor license for The Crazy Monkey Bar and Grill at 2855 Ross Clark Circle
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-47 rezoning 1302 Taylor Road from L-I to R-1
• Adopted Resolution 2021-48 declaring weed overgrowth a nuisance and ordering abatement
• Adopted Resolution 2021-49 authorizing demolition of unsafe structures
• Adopted Resolution 2021-53 contracting with Polyenvironmental Corporation for lab services at $147,115.63
• Adopted Resolution 2021-60 settling all claims of Christopher Cantu for $250,000

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will consider several resolutions, including a $506,278.92 contract for multi-year electrical system studies, a $14,305.50 architectural services contract, and a $50,000 annual cooperative agreement with ALDOT for road maintenance. They will also declare overgrown properties as nuisances and set a public hearing, and make library board appointments.

• Resolution to declare overgrown lots as nuisances, public hearing April 6, 2021
• McLean Engineering proposal: $506,278.92 for electrical system studies
• Poly, Inc. architectural services: $14,305.50 for CDBG projects
• ALDOT cooperative agreement: $50,000/year for state route maintenance
• Library board appointments: reappoint Bienvenu, McLain, Wilkins; appoint McKay

The Dothan City Commission unanimously approved a $506,278.92 contract with McLean Engineering for a multi-year electric system study, funded through AMEA's Smart Grid Initiative. They also approved contracts for architectural services, a state road maintenance agreement, library board appointments, and various purchases including two electric vehicles. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2021-40 declaring overgrown properties as nuisances, setting public hearing for April 6 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-41: $506,278.92 contract with McLean Engineering for electric system study (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-42: $14,305.50 contract with Poly, Inc. for CDBG architectural services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-43: ALDOT cooperative agreement for rights-of-way maintenance, $50,000/year reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-44: reappointed Spencer Bienvenu, Vanita McLain, Ashli Wilkins; appointed Delvick McKay to library board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-45: awarded bids and purchases including two 2020 Nissan Leaf electric vehicles ($37,307.50 each) and $340,511.99 Microsoft licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-46: advance travel requests for 21 employees totaling $49,000+ (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will vote on several resolutions, including awarding contracts for the Walton Park Trail Paving Project ($201,670) and the Walton Park Filter Replacement Project ($83,750). They will also consider a resolution to provide Tier I retirement benefits to Tier II plan members, subject to state board approval, and declare certain overgrown properties as nuisances, scheduling a public hearing for March 16, 2021. The agenda includes routine items such as approving January invoices ($13,396,654.12) and various administrative actions.

• Award $201,670 contract to Wiregrass Construction for Walton Park Trail Paving
• Award $83,750 contract to Cox Pools for Walton Park Filter Replacement
• Resolution to provide Tier I retirement benefits to Tier II plan members
• Declare overgrown properties as nuisances and set public hearing for March 16, 2021
• Approve January 2021 invoices totaling $13,396,654.12

The Dothan City Commission unanimously approved a resolution to provide Tier 1 retirement benefits to Tier 2 plan members, subject to state board approval, to aid recruitment and retention. They also awarded contracts for the Walton Park Trail Paving Project ($201,670) and Walton Park Filter Replacement ($83,750), and approved a $13.4 million invoice payment. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2021-27 declaring overgrown properties as nuisances, with public hearing set for March 16 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-28 providing Tier 1 retirement benefits to Tier 2 plan members (unanimous)
• Awarded $201,670 contract to Wiregrass Construction for Walton Park Trail Paving (unanimous)
• Awarded $83,750 contract to Cox Pools of the Southeast for Walton Park Filter Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $3,715 ADEM water supply permit renewal fee (unanimous)
• Approved final change order for Lakewood Pump Station, reducing contract by $40,255 to $639,420 (unanimous)
• Approved $13,396,654.12 in January 2021 invoices (unanimous)
• Approved multiple bids and purchases over $15,000, including vehicles and traffic equipment (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold public hearings on amending zoning definitions and rezoning 3.396 acres at 501 Kornegay Street from Light Industry to Residential. The commission will also vote on appointing William E. Benny as Police Chief, awarding contracts for tank repairs and stadium renovations, and other routine items.

• Appoint William E. Benny as Police Chief at $130,000/year
• Rezone 501 Kornegay Street from L-I to R-4
• Contract with Seay, Seay & Litchfield for $542,400 for Rip Hewes Stadium renovations
• Award $151,472 contract to Tank Pro, Inc. for tank repairs
• Accept Life Floor grant to resurface splashpad at Andrew Belle Community Center

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on weed abatement, and will vote on several resolutions including a contract for the 2021 Burdeshaw Redwater Project, an alcohol tax administration agreement, and approval of December 2020 invoices. The agenda also includes updates from city departments and boards.

• Public hearing on declaring overgrown properties as nuisances and ordering abatement
• Resolution to award $824,225 contract to L and K Contracting Co. Inc. for 2021 Burdeshaw Redwater Project
• Resolution to enter into 3-year agreement with Avenu Insights and Analytics for alcohol tax collection
• Resolution to accept $19,424 from USDOJ for overtime reimbursement
• Resolution to approve December 2020 invoices totaling $10,701,973.01

The Dothan City Commission unanimously approved a $824,225 contract with L and K Contracting Co. Inc. for the 2021 Burdeshaw Redwater Project. They also approved a three-year alcohol tax administration agreement with Avenu Insights and Analytics, and accepted a $19,424 federal reimbursement for overtime expenses. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved $824,225 contract for 2021 Burdeshaw Redwater Project (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year alcohol tax administration agreement with Avenu Insights and Analytics (unanimous)
• Accepted $19,424 federal reimbursement for overtime expenses (unanimous)
• Approved $10,701,973.01 in December 2020 invoices (unanimous)
• Approved $818,046.60 for COVID feeding meals and snacks (unanimous)
• Approved multiple bids and purchases over $15,000 (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement resolutions for weed overgrowth (unanimous)
• Accepted easements for Girard Drainage Basin Project (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is meeting to consider several items, including a public hearing and ordinance to amend the zoning code's table of permitted medical and residential uses, and a resolution to award a contract for an aquatic play structure at Water World. They will also vote on agreements for a sidewalk project, a LIHEAP partnership, and various purchases and travel requests.

• Public hearing and ordinance to amend Chapter 114 zoning code (Section 114-131.7)
• Resolution to award $88,500 contract to Perennial South, LLC for Water World aquatic play structure
• Resolution to enter LIHEAP agreement with Ma-Chis Lower Creek Indian Tribe (Jan 2021-Sep 2025)
• Resolution to award $80,252.09 contract to Geisler Contracting for Hedstrom Drive Sidewalk Project
• Resolution to approve purchases over $15,000 and advance travel requests

The Dothan City Commission unanimously adopted Ordinance 2021-1, amending the zoning table of permitted medical and residential uses. The board also awarded contracts for an aquatic play structure at Water World ($88,500) and the Hedstrom Drive sidewalk project ($80,252.09), and approved a bid package for various purchases and services. A public hearing on the zoning amendment was held with no speakers.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-1 amending zoning table of permitted medical and residential uses (7-0)
• Awarded $88,500 contract to Perennial South, LLC for aquatic play structure at Water World (unanimous)
• Awarded $80,252.09 contract to Geisler Contracting, Inc. for Hedstrom Drive sidewalk project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-5 awarding bids and purchases over $15,000, including $180,981.87 for software maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-6 for advance travel requests totaling $625.16 (unanimous)
• Accepted temporary construction easements from Danny Hayes and WMJSHR Investments, LLC for Denton Road Widening Project (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 3, 2020 work session and December 15, 2020 meeting (unanimous)