Dothan public meetings in 2024

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will vote on dozens of resolutions including finalizing construction of Fire Station #3 ($5.7M), rezoning 4.79 acres at 2895 Westgate Parkway from residential to office park, and approving three public defender contracts at $30,000 each. Public hearings will be held on the rezoning and the 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report. Several alcohol license applications and infrastructure contracts are also on the agenda.

• Final contract for new Fire Station #3 totaling $5,709,327.84
• Rezoning 4.79 acres at 2895 Westgate Parkway from R-1 to O-2 (Office Park)
• New public defender agreements: David Jones, Rebecca McCorkel, W.B. Clay Wadsworth at $30,000/year each
• Pedestrian improvements along East Main Street (US-84) final contract price $579,118.86 after decrease
• Retail beer/wine and liquor licenses for Tobacco Shop (2115 E. Main St.) and The Liquor Sto (210 E. Powell St.)

The Dothan City Commission approved a rezoning at 2895 Westgate Parkway, two alcohol licenses, and numerous resolutions including contracts, grants, and appointments. It also approved $17,933,879.42 in November invoices and several bids and purchases over $30,000. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Approved rezoning of 2895 Westgate Parkway from R-1 to O-2 (7-0)
• Approved retail beer/wine license for Tobacco Shop at 2115 East Main St (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for The Liquor Sto at 210 East Powell St (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 CAPER and submitted to HUD (unanimous)
• Approved three Public Defender contracts at $30,000 each (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 on-call traffic engineering services with Gresham Smith (unanimous)
• Approved final contract for Fire Station #3 at $5,709,327.84 (unanimous)
• Approved $17,933,879.42 in November invoices (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold a public hearing to close out a CARES Act CDBG-CV grant, appoint new Utilities and Leisure Services directors, and vote on multiple contracts including road resurfacing and software support. Commissioners will also consider a legal settlement and a utility relocation for the City Center project.

• Approving settlement of $109,947.78 in Stephanie Wingfield v. City of Dothan
• Resurfacing Kinsey Road from Webb Road to Ross Clark Circle for $52,633.00
• Resurfacing Flynn Road from Napier Field Road to Denton Road for $52,633.00
• Software maintenance for Oracle Permitting and Licenses module at $188,437.00
• Relocating Brightspeed overhead utility to underground for City Center Phase 1 at $42,249.54

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The City Commission will hold public hearings on adopting updated international building and fire codes and the revocation of business licenses for two local establishments. The body is also considering a major intersection improvement project and an ordinance prohibiting camping on public property.

• Proposed ATRIP-II intersection improvements at US-84 and Flowers Chapel Road estimated at $5,859,104.03
• Proposed ordinance to prohibit camping on public property
• Public hearings for business license revocations of Exotic Experience and D & B Seafood and Lounge
• Payment of October 2024 invoices totaling $27,297,345.35
• Installation of speed humps on Marigold Lane from Grove Park Lane to Orchard Circle

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning approximately 447 acres from Agriculture-Conservation to Heavy Industry for the Industrial Development Board. They will also consider multiple contracts and agreements, including two $500,000 stormwater engineering studies with Barge Design Solutions, a $250,000 direct buried secondary service replacement contract with Lewis, Inc., and three new alcoholic beverage licenses. Additionally, the commission will vote on confirming weed abatement costs and entering into a memorandum of understanding with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency for a SmartScan device.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 447 acres northeast of Denton Road and Flynn Road from A-C to H-I district
• Resolution to enter into two $500,000 agreements with Barge Design Solutions for stormwater inventory and hydrologic analysis
• Resolution to award a $250,000 contract to Lewis, Inc. for the 2025 Replacement of Direct Buried Secondary Service Project
• Resolution to enter into an MOU with ALEA for a SmartScan device at a total projected cost of $19,000 over five years
• Three alcoholic beverage license applications: Vino on Main (1829 W Main St), Super Station 7 (1351 E Selma St), and Downtown Liquor (617 N Oates St)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will vote on multiple infrastructure contracts, including a $941,043.18 intersection improvement project and two road resurfacing projects totaling over $1.5 million. Other items include a public hearing for new building and fire codes, mutual aid agreements for hurricane relief, a dog park license, and several liquor license applications. The commission will also consider approving $20.99 million in September invoices and a $62,511 damage claim.

• $941,043.18 contract to McElhenney Construction for intersection improvements at US-84 and John D. Odom Road
• $290,355.00 consulting agreement with Poly, Inc. for the same intersection project
• $1,045,943.84 resurfacing of Flynn Road from Napier Field Road to Denton Road
• $466,080.98 resurfacing of Kinsey Road from Webb Road to Ross Clark Circle
• License agreement with Alabama Trust Fund for a dog park at Forever Wild Trail Park

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning approximately 120 acres from Agriculture-Conservation to Single-Family Residential. The meeting also includes a public hearing on weed abatement cost assessments against various properties, and consideration of numerous resolutions including contracts for fire station alerting system maintenance, CDBG-funded building improvements, and software renewals. Additionally, the commission will accept a grant for a fitness court and approve surplus vehicle transfers.

• Rezoning 120 acres at North Brannon Stand Road and Murphy Mill Road from A-C to R-1 residential district (Item 10).
• Motorola Solutions maintenance contract for Fire Station Alerting System: $223,034.81 for three years (Item 29).
• CDBG subrecipient agreements: Wiregrass Habitat for Humanity $155,000 for home repair; other organizations for building improvements (Items 31-41).
• Acceptance of $50,000 Blue Cross Blue Shield grant for National Fitness Court at James O. Oates Park, with city share of $170,000 (Item 43).
• CivicPlus software renewals: CivicEngage and mobile app $28,891.19, CivicRec $25,263.42, chatbot subscription $4,682.96 (Items 18-20).

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold public hearings on cost assessments for nuisance structure and weed abatement. They will vote on awarding a $1,172,370 contract for the West Troy Street and North Oates Street intersection and parking project, renew a $944,192 Motorola radio maintenance contract, and approve multiple subrecipient agreements using Community Development Block Grant funds. Other items include liquor license applications for two businesses, a $15,000 grant for public safety equipment, and a donation from the Dale County Sheriff's Office.

• Award contract to APAC-Alabama, Inc. for $1,172,370 for West Troy St. & North Oates St. intersection and parking project
• Renew Motorola Solutions radio maintenance contract for $944,192 over three years
• Accept $15,000 grant from Wiregrass RC&D for equipment at Wiregrass Public Safety Center
• Liquor license applications: Marias Vineyard LLC (3918 Fortner St.) and Circle City Brewing (256 North Foster St.)
• Approve multiple CDBG subrecipient agreements totaling over $60,000 for public services

The Dothan Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $1,172,370 contract with APAC-Alabama, Inc. for the West Troy Street and North Oates Street intersection and parking project, including signal upgrades and crosswalks. The board also approved two liquor licenses, multiple resolutions for abatement costs, SARCOA agreements, a $15,000 grant, and numerous CDBG subrecipient agreements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1,172,370 contract to APAC-Alabama for West Troy/North Oates intersection project (unanimous)
• Approved Special Retail license for Marias Vineyard at 3918 Fortner St (unanimous)
• Approved Restaurant Retail Liquor License for Circle City Brewing at 256 N Foster St (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-250 confirming structure abatement costs (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-251 confirming weed abatement costs (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-254 accepting $15,000 WRC&D grant for public safety equipment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-268 renewing Motorola radio maintenance contract at $944,192 over 3 years (unanimous)
• Approved $30,306,740.77 in August 2024 invoices (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will vote on resolutions including a new agreement with Flock Group for 30 automated license plate reader cameras at a cost of $85,833.33 plus $73,333.33 annual recurring, and a $612,597.28 ground maintenance contract with Wiregrass Rehabilitation Center. A public hearing will be held to declare certain properties nuisances and authorize demolition. The commission will also consider reimbursing the Town of Rehobeth up to $150,000 for a corridor study, installing speed humps on Woodlawn Drive, and renewing the city employee health plan with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama.

• New 36-month agreement with Flock Group for 30 Automated License Plate Reader cameras ($85,833.33 upfront, $73,333.33/year)
• Award of $612,597.28 ground maintenance and litter pickup contract to Wiregrass Rehabilitation Center
• Public hearing and resolution to demolish unsafe structures declared nuisances
• Installation of traffic calming devices (speed humps) on Woodlawn Drive from South Park Avenue to Virginia Drive
• Approval of $150,000 reimbursement to Town of Rehobeth for Alabama Highway 605 Corridor Study

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The City Commission is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including a new community center design and road improvements. The body will also consider a property annexation and a legal opt-out regarding PFAS damages.

• Contract with APAC–Alabama, Inc. for West Troy Street and North Oates Street project for $1,172,370.00
• Contract with Seay, Seay and Litchfield, P.C. for New Community Center design on Ennis Road for $503,573.00
• Annexation of Sturncor Investment Group, LLC property near Brannon Stand Road and Murphy Mill Road
• Payment of July 2024 invoices totaling $20,437,904.32
• Contract with L&K Contracting Co., Inc. for Highway 52 Sewer Bore Installation for $84,000.00

The Dothan City Commission annexed property owned by Sturncor Investment Group, LLC near Brannon Stand and Murphy Mill Roads, and approved a $1,172,370 contract with APAC-Alabama, Inc. for the West Troy Street and North Oates Street intersection and parking project. The commission also approved several other resolutions, including a change order for well refurbishment, a PFAS settlement opt-out, and a contract for a new community center design. Resolution No. 2024-228 was removed from the agenda for legal review.

• Annexed Sturncor Investment Group property (7-0)
• Approved $1,172,370 contract with APAC-Alabama for West Troy/North Oates project (unanimous)
• Approved $70,870 deduction change order for Well Nos. 14 and 22 refurbishment (unanimous)
• Approved $51,000 contract with Barge Design Solutions for water model training (unanimous)
• Approved opt-out from PFAS class settlements (unanimous)
• Approved $503,573 contract with Seay, Seay and Litchfield for new community center design (unanimous)
• Approved $20,437,904.32 in July invoices (unanimous)
• Approved $84,000 sewer bore contract with L&K Contracting (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The City Commission will hold public hearings on a retail expansion agreement, a property rezoning, and weed abatement costs. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and downtown redevelopment funding.

• Economic Development Agreement with Eagle Eye Outfitters, Inc. for 3535 Ross Clark Circle not to exceed $1,200,000.00
• Contract with Lewis Inc. for Main Street Curb and Inlet Repairs Project for $2,065,190.50
• Appropriation of up to $2,100,000.00 to the Dothan Downtown Redevelopment Authority
• Rezoning of 996 West Carroll Street from B-3 (Local Shopping) to B-2 (Highway Commercial)
• Contract with Lewis Construction, LLC for Westgate Competition Pool project for $567,600.00

The Dothan Board of Commissioners approved an economic development agreement with Eagle Eye Outfitters, Inc. for up to $1.2 million over 10 years, funded by a limited obligation revenue warrant, to support expansion at 3535 Ross Clark Circle. The board also rezoned 996 West Carroll Street to B-2 Highway Commercial, adopted a special events ordinance update, and approved numerous resolutions including contracts for roof repairs, downtown revitalization, and infrastructure projects. All votes were unanimous except for the rezoning and ordinance, which passed 7-0.

• Approved rezoning 996 West Carroll Street from B-3 to B-2 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-197 updating special events regulations (7-0)
• Approved $1.2M economic development agreement with Eagle Eye Outfitters (unanimous)
• Authorized $1.2M limited obligation revenue warrant for Eagle Eye deal (unanimous)
• Approved $2.1M appropriation to Dothan Downtown Redevelopment Authority (unanimous)
• Awarded $2,065,190.50 contract to Lewis Inc. for Main Street curb and inlet repairs (unanimous)
• Awarded $567,600 contract to Lewis Construction for Westgate Competition Pool project (unanimous)
• Approved $164,400 contract with PH&J Architects for storm-damaged roof repairs (unanimous)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will consider several resolutions, including a $5.5 million sewer replacement project on West Main Street and a $353,700 CCTV inspection of the Omussee Trunk Line. They will also vote on joining the Kroger opioid settlement, a telephony services agreement, and approving June invoices totaling $19.5 million.

• Awarding $5,538,409.50 contract to Blankenship Contracting for 2024 West Main Street Sewer Replacement Project
• Awarding $353,700 contract to Video Industrial Services for CCTV inspection of Omussee Trunk Line inside Ross Clark Circle
• Approving $4,468 setup + $538/month telephony services agreement with Ambit Solutions
• Authorizing City to join Kroger opioid settlement alongside State of Alabama
• Approving payment of June 2024 invoices totaling $19,498,058.57

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The City Commission will review fiber-optic franchise agreements and downtown redevelopment plans. The agenda includes public hearings regarding the demolition of unsafe structures and nuisance property abatement costs. The commission will also consider various city contracts and utility agreements.

• Contract with AMS Planning & Research Corp for $120,000 plus up to $40,000 in travel costs
• UniFirst contract for uniform and mat rental at an estimated annual cost of $86,000
• Franchise agreements with Southern Light, LLC and Uniti Fiber Gulfco, LLC for fiber-optic lines
• Public hearings on the demolition of unsafe structures and nuisance property abatement costs
• Increasing the City Commission claims approval limit from $15,000 to $30,000

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The City Commission will review several resolutions regarding local infrastructure and public safety. This includes sidewalk funding applications, insurance service contracts, and law enforcement task force participation.

• $2,871,973.50 contract award for City Street Resurfacing Project 2024
• ALDOT sidewalk funding application with $216,345.19 in matching funds
• $95,000 annual insurance brokerage contract with USI Insurance Services LLC
• $75,948 grant acceptance for regional rescue team equipment and training
• Retail beer license applications for City Express and Clarion Inn and Suites

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will consider several items including a $2 million property purchase from Houston County. The agenda includes a public hearing on rezoning 29.23 acres near West Main Street and Honeysuckle Road. Other items involve grant applications for police staffing and contracts for city services.

• Rezoning of approximately 29.23 acres at West Main Street and Honeysuckle Road
• $2,000,000.00 purchase agreement with Houston County for North Oates Street and West Main Street parcels
• $187,500.00 contract with UES Professional Solutions 18, LLC for the Wiregrass Innovation Center Project
• Application for a DOJ grant of $805,454.40 to fund five police officer positions
• $24,520.00 agreement with Slavin Management Consultants for City Manager recruitment

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will vote on several resolutions, including accepting a $250,000 grant for the Wiregrass Innovation Center's rooftop research greenhouse, a $170,000 contract for a new pickleball court complex, and a $22,400 grant for body armor. They will also hold a public hearing on weed abatement cost assessments and consider routine items like invoice payments and appointments.

• Res. to accept $250,000 Innovate Alabama Network Grant for Wiregrass Innovation Center rooftop greenhouse
• Res. to contract CDFL Architects + Engineers for $170,000 for new pickleball court complex at Rip Hewes Athletic Complex
• Res. to accept $22,400 Bureau of Justice Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant for body armor
• Public hearing on weed abatement cost assessments against various properties
• Res. to reimburse Town of Pinckard up to $100,000 for Highway 123 feasibility study

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is meeting to consider several items, including a major construction contract for the Wiregrass Innovation Center, zoning changes, and various resolutions. The most consequential item is a $35,173,079 contract with Brasfield and Gorrie, LLC for the center's construction. The agenda also includes public hearings on zoning amendments and an unsafe structure demolition.

• Contract with Brasfield and Gorrie, LLC for Wiregrass Innovation Center construction, $35,173,079
• Rezoning 0.87 acres at Flynn Road and Murphy Mill Road from B-3 to B-2
• Rezoning 0.55 acres at 105 Pariton Avenue from O-3 to B-3
• Demolition of unsafe structure at 818 East Adams Street
• Acceptance of Police K9 (Rocky) valued at $15,000 from Coffee County Sheriff's Office

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is holding a special called meeting with a single substantive action: appointing Randall S. Morris as Interim City Manager, effective May 1, 2024. The rest of the agenda is procedural (invocation, pledge, roll call, adjournment).

• Appointment of Randall S. Morris as Interim City Manager effective May 1, 2024

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is meeting to approve routine financial items, including $18.3 million in March invoices, and to act on several resolutions. Key actions include an emergency sewer repair, acceptance of a federal LED lighting grant, and a new employment agreement for the city manager. The agenda also includes multiple proclamations and a public hearing on demolition cost assessments.

• Emergency purchase order to Blankenship Contracting, Inc. for $39,000.00 to rebuild a sanitary sewer trunkline behind Wiregrass Drive
• Accepting Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant of $132,400.00 for LED street lighting equipment vouchers
• Approving payment of invoices for March 2024 in the amount of $18,302,123.19
• Public hearing on demolition cost assessments for 203 North Bell Street and 801 Williams Avenue
• New employment agreement for City Manager Kevin Cowper, effective April 30, 2024 through April 30, 2027

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission and Dothan City School Board are meeting jointly for a work session. The agenda lists only 'Discussion' and 'Adjournment', with no specific items detailed. This appears to be a procedural or preliminary meeting.

• Joint work session with Dothan City School Board
• Agenda includes only discussion and adjournment

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will consider resolutions authorizing a $6,055,000 general obligation warrant and a project agreement with the Wiregrass Pet Rescue and Adoption Center, which were tabled in March. The agenda also includes several routine items such as proclamations, a liquor license application, and multiple contracts for infrastructure and other projects.

• Resolution 2024-71: Project agreement with Wiregrass Pet Rescue and Adoption Center, including land lease and grants.
• Resolution 2024-72: Issuance of $6,055,000 general obligation warrant for the pet rescue project.
• Agreement with Camp ASCCA for special needs campers lodging and services, May 21-24, 2024.
• Contract with Poly, Inc. for sewer projects: $780,000 (Omussee Trunk Line) and $70,394 (West Main Street).
• Bid award to Lewis Inc. for CDBG sidewalk project at $221,795.71.

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a $6,055,000 general obligation warrant to support the Wiregrass Pet Rescue and Adoption Center, a rezoning request for 400 Burt Drive, and the revocation of business and alcohol licenses for Pearl Lounge & Grill. The agenda also includes routine approvals for contracts, bids, and payments.

• Rezoning 16.8 acres at 400 Burt Drive from A-C to R-A (multi-family high density)
• Issuance of $6,055,000 general obligation warrant for Wiregrass Pet Rescue and Adoption Center
• Revocation of business and alcohol licenses for Pearl Lounge & Grill at 2855 Ross Clark Circle
• Contract with Blankenship Contracting for Museum Avenue Utility Improvement Project ($1,827,876.43)
• Approval of February 2024 invoices totaling $24,309,032.84

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is meeting to approve a series of resolutions, including contracts for laboratory services, a cooperative agreement with ALDOT, and various appointments. The agenda is largely routine administrative business, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Contract with Polyenvironmental Corporation for lab services, $168,358.26
• Cooperative agreement with ALDOT for right-of-way maintenance, $50,000 reimbursement
• Agreement with Alabama Power for water line installation along Ennis Road
• Appointment of interim Leisure Services Director rotation
• Bids and purchases over $30,000

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including two rezoning requests, weed abatement cost assessments, a $10.6 million contract for the Porter Park and Events Plaza Project, and a $452,417 contract for water well refurbishment. The agenda also includes routine approvals of invoices, purchases, and travel requests.

• Rezoning 2407 Fortner Street from R-1/O-2 to B-2 (Highway Commercial)
• Rezoning 944 Woodland Drive from R-1 to B-3 (Local Shopping)
• Contract with Brasfield and Gorrie, LLC for Porter Park and Events Plaza Project at $10,586,975.00
• Contract with Donald Smith Company, Inc. for water well refurbishment at $452,417.00
• Agreement with DEA for Dothan Post Montgomery Drug Task Force overtime reimbursement

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request, several Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) subrecipient agreements, and the siting of a new autoclave medical waste facility. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions for contracts, tax abatements, and task force agreements, along with proclamations and routine approvals.

• Rezoning 0.25 acres at 536 Webb Road from H-I to R-4 (Residential, Attached, High Density)
• CDBG funding: $200,000 for Dothan Housing Authority rental rehab, $50,000 for Habitat for Humanity, $18,950 for New Beginning Ministries
• New autoclave medical waste facility by Daniels Sharpsmart, Inc. at 210 Speigner Street
• Brownfield tax abatements for Eredita Enterprises, LLC
• Service order increases: $146,600 for City Hall project (total $4,302,220) and $307,300 for Wiregrass Innovation Center (total $2,462,925)

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on assessing costs for structure and weed abatement against nuisance properties, then consider resolutions to confirm those costs and add them to property tax bills. The agenda also includes several contract approvals, including a $511,574 decrease on a sewer project, a $71,678 change order for a classroom renovation, a new software agreement, and a $17.9 million payment of December invoices.

• Public hearings on structure and weed abatement cost assessments (items 11, 12)
• Final change order with SAK Construction for Beaver Creek sewer rehab: cost decrease $511,574.10, final price $8,265,955.90
• Complete contract with Saliba Construction for Wiregrass Public Safety Center classroom renovation: final total $927,378.34
• Agreement with Thrivence for FOG tracking software: $4,200/month for 60 months
• Approval of December 2023 invoices totaling $17,912,750.11

City Commission Agendas and Minutes

The Dothan City Commission is meeting to consider several items, including a rezoning request, approval of public defender contracts, and amendments to Community Development Block Grant plans. They will also hold public hearings on the rezoning and on cost assessments for nuisance property abatements.

• Rezoning 0.46 acres at 1008 West Carroll Street from R-1 to B-2
• Public hearing on structure abatement cost assessments
• Three public defender contracts at $30,000 each
• Amendments to CDBG 2020, 2022, 2023 Annual Action Plans and 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan
• Approval of purchases over $30,000 and advance travel requests