Fairhope, Alabama

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Harbor Board

Board of Adjustment

The Fairhope Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two items: a request for a 15-foot front yard setback variance on a property near Dogwood Avenue and Wisteria Street, and an administrative appeal to allow an accessory structure at 13 Echo Lane. No old business is on the agenda. The meeting includes approval of minutes from May 18, 2026.

• BOA 26.07: Public hearing for a 15-foot front yard setback variance on 0.14± acres zoned R-2, south of Dogwood Ave west of Wisteria St (PPIN# 364724)
• BOA 26.08: Public hearing for an administrative appeal to allow an accessory structure on 0.29± acres zoned R-3 at 13 Echo Lane (PPIN# 74444)

Airport Authority

The Fairhope Airport Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting, receiving reports from the airport manager, tenants, engineer, treasurer, and legal counsel. Board discussion items include a land transfer update and a SASO application from Third Coast Aircraft. No final decisions are recorded on the agenda; items are presented for discussion or approval.

• Land transfer update – Don Ward
• SASO Application – Third Coast Aircraft
• Minimum standards update in airport manager's report
• Project updates from engineer's report
• Tenant reports from Flightline First and Aspire Aviation

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will hold public hearings on nine zoning ordinance amendments covering definitions, mixed-use buildings, multi-family, PUD, site plan review, tables, townhouses, and village districts. Additionally, a public hearing will consider rezoning 0.35 acres at 751 and 757 Northrop Avenue from R-4 to B-2 for Thomas Hospital. The council will also vote on contracts for engineering services, water main materials, equipment procurement, and several liquor license applications.

• Public hearings on nine amendments to Zoning Ordinance No. 1253 (ZC 25.07) including general cleanup, definitions, mixed use, multi-family, PUD, site plan review, tables, townhouses, and village districts.
• Rezoning request by Thompson Engineering for Gulf Health Hospitals to rezone 0.35 acres at 751 and 757 Northrop Avenue from R-4 to B-2 for Thomas Hospital (ZC 26.05).
• Resolution authorizing a $75,000 contract with Krebs Engineering for supplemental air installation at the wastewater treatment plant (RFQ PS26-028).
• Award of $42,593.58 to Empire Pipe and Supply for materials for the Dairy Rd Water Main (Greeno to Section).
• Procurement of a Caterpillar SG36 stump grinder for $8,619 (net $4,619 after trade-in) from Thompson CAT via Sourcewell contract.

City Council

This is a work session of the Fairhope City Council. The council will discuss the property dedication for the 181 Lift Station and Force Main Project. Other agenda items include updates on the Purple Heart Salute, a presentation by utility interns, and routine committee and department updates. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of property dedication for 181 Lift Station and Force Main Project
• Purple Heart Salute update
• Presentation by 2026 Baldwin County Utility Interns
• Committee and department head updates

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board is meeting to discuss 2026 priority issues. The board will review greenspace, native habitat, and sustainable waste management practices.

• Discussion of Greenspace and Native Habitat
• Discussion of Sustainable Waste Management Practices

Planning Commission

The Fairhope Planning Commission will consider several requests for new small cell towers, including multiple Verizon Wireless sites and one from AT & T. It will also review a site plan for a Murphy Oil automobile service station at the corner of State Hwy 181 and State Highway 104. A public hearing will be held on a conditional annexation request for tower homes at County Road 13 and Mosley Road.

• Verizon Wireless request for a small cell tower near 450 Fairhope Avenue (UR 26.06 correction)
• Verizon Wireless request for a small cell tower near 108 North Section Street (UR 26.10 correction)
• Verizon Wireless request for a small cell tower near 5 North Church Street (UR 26.05)
• AT & T request for a small cell tower near 18800 South Greeno Road (UR 26.13)
• Public hearing on conditional annexation for tower homes at the southeast corner of County Road 13 and Mosley Road (ZC 26.06)

City Council

The council holds a public hearing on rezoning 2.98 acres at 8501 Morphy Avenue from multi-family to single-family. It considers final adoption of ordinances updating water and sewer connection fees, and an ordinance to extend a temporary suspension of certain residential multiple occupancy and subdivision applications. Several resolutions authorize contracts for wastewater treatment equipment, drainage improvements, and building rehabilitation, among others.

• Public hearing to rezone 8501 Morphy Avenue from R-4 to R-1 (2.98 acres)
• Final adoption of ordinance updating water connection fees and replacing Section 21-32
• Final adoption of ordinance updating sewer connection fees and replacing Section 21-52
• Ordinance to extend temporary suspension of certain residential multiple occupancy and subdivision applications
• Resolution to approve $33,800 for an environmental adsorber system for Publix Lift Station

The City Council approved ordinances regarding water and sewer connection fees and extended the suspension of certain residential project applications. Several resolutions were passed to fund engineering services and equipment for wastewater and drainage projects.

• Approved June 8, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied tennis lesson franchise agreement at Mike Ford Tennis Center (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1867 regarding water connection fees (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1868 regarding sewer connection fees (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1866 to extend suspension of certain residential applications (4-0)
• Approved $33,800.00 procurement for Indusco Environmental Adsorber System (unanimous)
• Approved selection of Krebs Engineering for wastewater treatment plant services (unanimous)
• Approved $49,184.00 contract to Roof Doctors for R.A.S. pump station structure (unanimous)

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will review the 2025 financial audit, meet utility interns, and discuss the James P. Nix Center Promenade. The session includes committee and department head updates.

• FY25 Financial Audit presented by Lee Parks, Warren Averett
• Presentation on 2026 Baldwin County Utility Interns
• Discussion on James P. Nix Center Promenade
• Committee and Department Head Updates

The City Council reached a consensus to proceed with the Territory Ordinance and Map for the sanitary sewer system. Additionally, the council set August 1, 2026, as the effective date for all new or unpaid applications regarding specific agenda items.

• Approved moving forward with the Sanitary Sewer Territory Ordinance and Map
• Set August 1, 2026, as the effective date for all new or unpaid applications

Board of Adjustment

Airport Authority

The Fairhope Airport Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting on June 9, 2026. The board is scheduled to consider approval of the assignment of the P18 ground lease to Apex Aviation. Other agenda items include reports from the airport manager, tenants, engineer, treasurer, and legal counsel, as well as board discussion and public comments.

• Consider approval of assignment of P18 ground lease to Apex Aviation
• Airport manager's report – Dave Friedel (operations update)
• Flightline First report – Ethan McDonald / Tyler O’Brien
• Engineer’s report – Jordan Stringfellow / Luke Hicks (project updates)
• Treasurer’s report – Don Ward

The Authority approved the assignment of the Lot P-18 Ground Lease from Cutting Edge to Apex Aviation. Members also approved a request for the Eastern Shore Sertoma Club to hold a fundraising event at the airport in January 2027.

• Approved May 12, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Assignment of Lot P-18 Ground Lease from Cutting Edge to Apex Aviation (unanimous)
• Approved Eastern Shore Sertoma Club fundraiser event for January 16, 2027 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed ordinance to establish a service territory for new connections to the city's sanitary sewer system, repealing Resolutions 4950-23 and 4986-24. The council will also receive a mid-year financial review from the City Treasurer. Committee and department updates are on the agenda.

• Discussion of proposed ordinance to establish sewer service territory and repeal Resolutions 4950-23 and 4986-24
• FY26 Mid-Year Financial Review by City Treasurer Kim Creech
• Presentation from First Tee Gulf Coast
• Committee updates
• Department head updates

The City Council reached a consensus to proceed with a new Territory Ordinance and Map for the sanitary sewer system. Additionally, the council set August 1, 2026, as the effective date for all new or unpaid applications regarding various agenda items.

• Approved moving forward with the Sanitary Sewer Territory Ordinance and Map
• Set August 1, 2026, as the effective date for all new or unpaid applications

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including road repairs and a new sanitation truck. The body is also reviewing ordinances to update water and sewer connection fees and a franchise agreement for tennis lessons.

• City-Wide Road Repair, Resurfacing & Striping Project contract with HCL Contracting, LLC not-to-exceed $638,343.51
• Purchase of a new sanitation truck from Sansom Equipment Company not-to-exceed $221,950.00
• Ordinances to update water and sewer connection fees and expenses
• Contract for Professional Engineering Services for Pecan Watershed Drainage Improvements - Phase 2 with JADE Consulting, LLC
• Franchise Agreement for Mary Lee Matzenger to teach tennis lessons at Mike Ford Tennis Center

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects including city-wide road repairs and engineering services for drainage improvements. The council also accepted a land deed for the Water Tower Site and authorized various equipment and service contracts.

• Approved May 26, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Statutory Warranty Deed from Daniel Realty Company, LLC for Water Tower Site (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Kopesky & Britt, LLC for water tower closing costs not-to-exceed $5,000.00 (unanimous)
• Selected JADE Consulting, LLC for Pecan Watershed Drainage Improvements - Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Awarded HCL Contracting, LLC city-wide road repair contract not-to-exceed $638,343.51 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of new sanitation truck from Sansom Equipment Company not-to-exceed $221,950.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded Durham Primary Metering Cabinet to Gresco not-to-exceed $44,680.00 plus shipping (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment for 4th of July fireworks with Pyro Productions Inc. up to $43,000.00 (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Fairhope Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its April 8, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes a public participation period and the election of officers.

• Approve minutes of April 8, 2026 meeting
• Public participation period (3 minutes)
• Election of officers (Mara Hunter, Amy Molyneux)

Planning Commission

The Fairhope Planning Commission will consider several development proposals, including a one‑year extension for the 10‑unit Proper Townhomes project and public hearings on three minor subdivision plats. A rezoning request will be heard to change a Gulf Health Hospitals site from low‑density residential (R‑4) to business (B‑4). The commission will also review multiple Verizon Wireless small‑cell tower installation requests in downtown Fairhope.

• Extension request for The Proper Townhomes (10‑unit, B‑1 zone) at Young St & Nichols Ave
• Preliminary plat approval for Pecan Pointe (3‑lot, B‑2 zone) at Hwy 104 & 181
• Final plat approval for Summit Street Inn (6‑unit, B‑3b zone) at 131 Fairhope Ave
• Rezoning of Gulf Health Hospitals property from R‑4 to B‑4 at 751 & 757 Northrop Ave
• Verizon Wireless small‑cell tower installation requests at several downtown locations

The Commission approved the preliminary and final plat for Morphy Corners and recommended approval for the Summit Street Inn final plat. However, a one-year extension request for The Proper Townhomes was denied, and the Pecan Pointe subdivision was tabled.

• Approved May 4, 2026 minutes (8-0)
• Denied one-year extension for The Proper Townhomes (7-2)
• Tabled Pecan Pointe subdivision for up to six months (9-0)
• Approved Morphy Corners preliminary and final plat with staff conditions (9-0)
• Recommended approval of Summit Street Inn final plat (9-0)

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will vote on multiple contracts, including a $582,065 natural gas system leak-prone piping restoration project and a $37,086 change order for the pool rehabilitation. Other items include site plan approval for a Foosackly's restaurant, Nix Center restroom renovations, and various equipment purchases. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public participation.

• Site plan review for Foosackly's Fairhope on State Highway 181
• Award of $66,124.50 contract for Civic Center drop ceiling replacement
• Approval of $139,850 Nix Center restrooms renovation
• Authorization of $582,065 natural gas engineering services contract (Phase III cast iron replacement)
• Change order No. 1 for Fairhope Pool Rehabilitation totaling $37,086

The City Council approved several construction and procurement contracts for the Civic Center, Nix Center, and Fairhope Pool. Additional funds were authorized for playground equipment, tennis center machinery, and natural gas engineering services.

• Approved Foosackly's Fairhope site plan (unanimous)
• Awarded $66,124.50 Civic Center drop ceiling replacement to RE Johnson General Contractors, LLC (unanimous)
• Awarded $11,925.00 Nix Center portable restroom trailer to Baldwin Portable Toilets and Septic (unanimous)
• Awarded $139,850.00 Nix Center restrooms renovation to Coastal Contractors and Renovations, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $37,086.00 change order for Fairhope Pool Rehabilitation to Bienville Construction Services (unanimous)
• Approved $61,879.09 playground equipment for Fairhope Boys & Girls Club (unanimous)
• Approved $5,195.00 Playmate Ace Ball Machine for Mike Ford Tennis Center (unanimous)
• Authorized $582,065.00 natural gas engineering contract with Magnolia River Services, Inc. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss zoning changes and system development charges. The meeting includes presentations on a new police precinct and a local event. No final votes are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation of the new police precinct at Quail Creek
• Discussion of System Development Charges (SDCs) and territory
• Proposed ordinance regarding units per acre
• Discussion of zoning changes
• A Salute to America at OWA presentation

The City Council held a work session to discuss the new Quail Creek police precinct, system development charges, and zoning amendments. The Council reached a consensus to extend the pause on MOPs for 30 days and set density at three units per acre without required commercial units.

• Extended the pause on MOPs for 30 days
• Set density at three units per acre with no commercial requirement at this time

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a special exception request. The board is considering whether to allow a clinic on a 0.27± acre property zoned for general business.

• Public hearing for BOA 2 6.06: Special Exception for a clinic at 308 Magnolia Avenue (Owner: Jinan Chaarani, MD)

Airport Authority

The Fairhope Airport Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting to discuss operations, insurance, and project updates. The board will consider approval requests including a SASO application from V2 Aviation Service Co and a P-18 lease transfer.

• SASO application from V2 Aviation Service Co
• P-18 lease transfer request
• Liability insurance discussion
• Engineer's project updates

The Authority unanimously approved the April 7 meeting minutes. It also gave the Civil Air Patrol permission to use an end‑cap for storage, requiring a compliance letter. A lease transfer for Lot P‑18 to Apex Aviation was approved pending final documents and a reset building timeline. The V2 Aviation application was tabled until next month for further review.

• Approved April 7 minutes (unanimously)
• Approved Civil Air Patrol end‑cap storage use (motion by Len Strickland, second by Jack Burrell, unanimous)
• Approved Apex Aviation lease transfer for Lot P‑18, pending documents and timeline reset (motion by Don Ward, second by Len Strickland, unanimous)
• Tabled V2 Aviation SASO application until next month

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will hold a work session on May 11, 2026. They will discuss proposed zoning amendments presented by Planning Director Hunter Simmons. Presentations include a school update from Fairhope Middle School Principal and a Junior City Council project fundraiser for the Youth Rotary Club. Committee and department updates are also scheduled.

• Discussion of zoning amendments
• Presentation by Fairhope Middle School Principal Angie Hall
• Presentation on Junior City Council fundraiser: Bruce Cuddy Pickleball Tournament
• Committee updates
• Department head updates

The May 11, 2026 Fairhope City Council work session featured presentations on the 3‑mill fund for Fairhope Middle School, a Junior City Council pickleball fundraiser, and zoning amendment proposals. Council members discussed Planned Unit Development requirements, parking, and upcoming projects, but no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will vote on several resolutions, including authorizing a $9,000,000 FHWA grant request for street and pedestrian projects along the Fairhope Avenue corridor. Other items include a $1,286,100 ALDOT pedestrian‑crossing grant, approval of a site plan for De La Mare Phase II, and various contract and procurement actions. A public hearing will be held for a package store license application.

• Resolution to submit a $9,000,000 FHWA SS4A Implementation grant (city match $1,800,000).
• Resolution to submit a $1,286,100 ALDOT TAP grant for four‑way pedestrian signals at SR 104/181.
• Site Plan approval for De La Mare Phase II (0.24+ acres at 314 De La Mare Avenue, B‑2 zone).
• Contract amendment for citywide tree removal adding $9,090.00 (total $59,090).
• Award of $176,955.92 contract to Pensacola Concrete for CR‑28 water line relocation.

The council unanimously approved two grant submissions: a $1.286 million ALDOT TAP grant for pedestrian crossing signals at State Roads 104 and 181, and a $9 million FHWA SS4A Implementation grant for multiple street improvements along the Fairhope Avenue corridor. Both resolutions were adopted by voice vote. The council also approved the naming of Julwin’s Plaza and several contract extensions.

• Approved $1,286,100 ALDOT TAP grant submission (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $9,000,000 FHWA SS4A Implementation grant submission (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved naming of Fairhope/Bancroft Park Corner Property as “Julwin’s Plaza” (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved execution of $8,500/month engagement agreement with DC Strategy Group, LLC (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved extension of Disaster Debris Removal and Disposal Services contract with CrowderGulf, LLC (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved extension of Disaster Debris Removal Monitoring Services contract with Tetra Tech, Inc. (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Site Plan for De La Mare Phase II, 314 De La Mare Avenue (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Site Plan Review Modification for Vatan Mixed Use Development (unanimous voice vote)

Environmental Advisory Board

Planning Commission

The Fairhope Planning Commission will review a site plan for a new Foosackly’s restaurant and a request to rezone a property on Morphy Avenue from multi-family to single-family residential.

• Site plan approval for Foosackly’s Fairhope on 1.52± acres on the east side of State Highway 181
• Public hearing for rezoning 8501 Morphy Avenue (2.98± acres) from R-4 Low Density Multi-Family to R-1 Low Density Single-Family Residential

The commission approved the April 6, 2026 minutes and appointed John Worsham as acting chair. It unanimously recommended approval of the Foosackly’s Fairhope site plan (SR 26.03) and the Morphy Corners rezoning (ZC 26.04) to the City Council. No public comments were received. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved April 6, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed John Worsham as acting Chair (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of SR 26.03 Foosackly’s site plan to City Council (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZC 26.04 rezoning of 8501 Morphy Avenue to City Council (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will hold a special called meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The agenda includes an invocation, the call to order, an executive session to discuss pending and potential litigation, and an adjournment. The meeting will take place in the City Council Chambers at the Fairhope Municipal Complex.

• Executive session to discuss pending and potential litigation
• Regular meetings scheduled for 2nd and 4th Mondays at 6:00 p.m.
• Next regular meeting set for Monday, May 11, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

The Fairhope City Council moved to go into executive session to discuss pending litigation; the motion passed unanimously by voice vote. After returning, the council moved to adjourn, which also passed by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Executive session motion passed unanimously (voice vote)
• Adjournment motion passed (voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will vote on final adoption of ordinances regarding mobility devices and historic preservation designation process. They will also consider a $30 million general obligation water and sewer warrant, several resolutions including budget transfers, contract terminations, and agreements with ALDOT. A special event request for an aquathlon is also on the agenda.

• Final adoption of ordinance amending traffic code for mobility devices
• Final adoption of ordinance to amend historic property designation process for Certified Local Government status
• Ordinance authorizing $30,000,000 General Obligation Water and Sewer Warrant, Series 2026
• Resolution authorizing $23,092.32 budget transfer for Police Department dispatch phone setup
• Resolution authorizing contract with Duplantis Design Group for Flying Creek Nature Preserve Phase II and III ($292,250)

The council adopted Ordinance No. 1865 authorizing a $30,000,000 General Obligation Water and Sewer Warrant. It also approved several resolutions, including a $23,092.32 police budget transfer, a $13,250 art contract, a $292,250 landscape services contract, and a sidewalk maintenance agreement with the state. All actions passed by unanimous voice votes.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1865 authorizing $30,000,000 water and sewer bond (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1863 amending traffic code for mobility devices (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1864 establishing historic property designation process (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $23,092.32 FY2026 police budget transfer for dispatch phone setup (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $13,250 contract for Roundabout Artist with Eastern Shore Art Center (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $292,250 contract with Duplantis Design Group for Flying Creek Nature Preserve phases (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agreement with Alabama DOT for sidewalk repairs/replacements on US‑98, SR‑104, SR‑181 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved payroll reallocation for two temporary public works interns costing $5,040 each (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will hold a work session to receive a presentation on the Twin Beech Corridor Study, including recommendations reviewed by the Street and Traffic Control Committee. The meeting will also include committee and department head updates.

• Presentation: Twin Beech Corridor Study recommendations
• Street and Traffic Control Committee updates
• Department Head updates
• Next meeting scheduled for May 11, 2026

The council heard a presentation on the Twin Beech Corridor study and considered a possible county grant. The council expressed consensus to move forward with Alternate Number 2 (a roundabout) but no formal resolution or vote was recorded. No other decisions were made.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings on three development requests. Two requests from Murphy Oil USA, Inc. seek special exceptions to build automobile service stations on properties at 18186 Wright Blvd and at the State Hwy 181/104 intersection. A separate request from Lucinda Chappelle seeks a building height variance for a residential lot at 210 Gayfer Court.

• Appointment of Board of Adjustments Secretary
• Building height variance request for 210 Gayfer Court (R-2 zone)
• Special exception for automobile service station at 18186 Wright Blvd (B-2 zone)
• Special exception for automobile service station at State Hwy 181 & 104 (B-2 zone)

City Council

The City Council will discuss zoning amendments previously tabled in 2025 and 2026. Some items are identified as time-sensitive due to the July 17, 2026, expiration of a suspension on certain residential applications under Ordinance No. 1859.

• Removal of single-family and two-family dwelling uses from B-3a and B-3b districts
• Removal of single-family, two-family, and townhouse uses from B-1, B-2, and B-4 districts
• Special conditions for townhouses, multi-family/apartments, and mixed-use buildings
• Site plan review requirements for uses including hotels, nursing homes, and entertainment venues
• Proposed removal of Village Zoning Districts

The council reached consensus to leave single‑family and two‑family dwelling uses in the B‑3a Tourist Resort Commercial Service District and B‑3b Business and Professional District unchanged. Council members also agreed to encourage mixed‑use development and preserve retail in the central business district, allowing residential units above commercial space. No formal votes or approvals were recorded for the other zoning items discussed.

• Leave residential uses in B‑3a and B‑3b districts unchanged (consensus)
• Encourage mixed‑use buildings with retail below and residential above in the CBD (consensus)
• No action taken on removal of residential uses from B‑1, B‑3, and B‑4 districts
• No action taken on special conditions for townhouses
• No action taken on special conditions for multi‑family/apartments
• No action taken on special conditions for mixed‑use buildings beyond discussion
• No action taken on amendments to Planned Unit Developments
• Items 3‑5 of the non‑time‑sensitive list were not addressed due to time limit

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will vote on a grant application for approximately $14,000,000 to fund natural‑gas distribution infrastructure safety and modernization. It will also consider several ordinances, including changes to mobility‑device regulations and historic‑property designation procedures. Additional resolutions authorize contracts and funding for projects such as a riparian easement, a hurricane safe room, and gas‑meter procurement.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 20 Traffic to regulate operation of mobility devices
• Ordinance establishing a process for historic property and district designation to pursue CLG status
• Resolution authorizing $8,021.75 for the first‑year fees of Riparian Easement #25-12-014
• Resolution approving a $14,000,000 grant application for natural‑gas pipe replacement under the NGDISM program
• Resolution awarding a contract not to exceed $1,891,800 to Roy Lewis Construction for a Hurricane Safe Room

The council adopted a resolution authorizing public funds for the Line Relocation Work needed for Gulf Health Hospital’s expansion, with Gulf Health contributing $1 M. The mayor was directed to execute the related Development Agreement. Additional actions included authorizing a riparian easement, approving a $25 K consulting contract for a USDOT grant, and approving an airport lighting grant application.

• Approved public funding for Line Relocation Work (estimated $1,823,627.14) and directed mayor to execute the Development Agreement (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Riparian Easement #25-12-014 and appropriate $8,021.75 for easement fees (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved contract with Kimley‑Hom & Associates, Inc. for USDOT Safe Streets grant assistance, not‑to‑exceed $25,000 (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized grant application for FY2026 Airport Infrastructure Grant to replace taxiway lighting at H.L. "Sonny" Callahan Airport (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of the March 23, 2026 regular meeting and work session (unanimous voice vote)
• Deferred consideration of Mobility Devices ordinance amendment to April 23, 2026 meeting (no vote)
• Deferred consideration of Historic Properties designation ordinance to April 23, 2026 meeting (no vote)

City Council

The City Council work session will discuss an amendment to Ordinance No. 1797 that governs the Fairhope Historic Preservation Commission. A presentation will be given on an Eagle Scout project to install a new trailhead kiosk and hole signs at Colony Parks Disc Golf, including a cost assessment. The meeting will also include routine committee and department head updates.

• Amendment to Historic Preservation Commission Ordinance No. 1797
• Eagle Scout project: new trailhead kiosk and disc golf hole signs at Colony Parks, cost assessment presented

The City Council reached consensus to move forward with the amendment to Historic Preservation Commission Ordinance No. 1797, aiming for Certified Local Government status. The Council also agreed on Option 3, a simple design that matches the existing fence, for the Eagle Scout disc‑golf kiosk project at Colony Parks. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Move forward with amendment to Historic Preservation Commission Ordinance No. 1797 (consensus)
• Select Option 3 simple design for Eagle Scout disc‑golf kiosk project (consensus)

Harbor Board

The Harbor Board will meet to review a report from Harbor Manager Mark Redditt. The board will also discuss the status of the Clean Marina program.

• Report by Harbor Manager Mark Redditt
• Discussion of Clean Marina Status

Historic Preservation Commission

The Fairhope Historic Preservation Commission will meet on April 8, 2026 to approve prior meeting minutes and hear public comments. In a work session, members will receive updates from a consultant and the CLG, and will discuss a Section 106 question and zoning matters.

• Approve minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting
• Consultant update
• CLG update
• Discussion of a Section 106 question
• Zoning discussion

The Fairhope Historic Preservation Commission held a work session to receive a consultant update, discuss a Section 106 response, review zoning moratorium details, and consider design and environmental protections. Chair Hunter and Commissioner Mixon agreed to draft a formal opposition response to the EBI letter, and City Clerk Lisa Hames will send it. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous voice vote.

• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously by voice vote

Airport Authority

The Fairhope Airport Authority meeting will review a P27B bond discussion, a proposed P45 hangar, and a request to adjust FBO operating hours. The board will also hear updates on the AWOS project quotes and the T‑Hangar eviction. Additional reports will cover airport operations, flightline activities, and financial matters.

• P27B bond discussion
• P45 hangar proposal
• FBO hour adjustment request
• AWOS project quotes presented by engineers
• T‑Hangar eviction update in manager’s report

The Fairhope Airport Authority approved the resolution to submit a grant application for replacing the AWOS system, and also approved the construction‑administration services proposal from Volkert. It authorized an eviction lawsuit against a T‑Hangar tenant and changed the FBO operating hours for summer and winter. The March 1 minutes were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved March 1, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved eviction lawsuit in Baldwin County District Court (unanimous)
• Approved change of FBO hours to 7:00 am‑8:00 pm (summer) and 7:00 am‑7:00 pm (winter) (unanimous)
• Approved grant application resolution for AWOS replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Volkert proposal for grant construction‑administration services (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four subdivision plat requests and a resolution to temporarily suspend certain residential project applications. The body will also discuss proposed amendments to the city zoning ordinance regarding building height.

• Discussion of proposed zoning ordinance amendments concerning building height
• Preliminary Plat for 3-unit project at 150 North Section Street
• Preliminary and Final Plat for 9-unit Vatan Mixed Use Development at 301 Magnolia Avenue
• Final Plat for Greenfields, an 81-lot subdivision on County Road 13
• Preliminary Plat for Stonevale, a 16-lot subdivision on Highway 181

The Planning Commission approved the consent agenda, including four C‑Spire utility review requests. It approved preliminary and final plats for the 150 N Section, Vatan Mixed Use Development, Greenfields Subdivision, and Stonevale subdivision, each with staff‑recommended conditions. The Commission also adopted Resolution 2026‑02 to extend the temporary suspension of certain residential multiple‑occupancy and subdivision applications, and appointed Janine Saykes as Planning Commission Secretary.

• Approved consent agenda and March 2 minutes, including UR 26.01‑26.04 utility reviews (unanimous)
• Approved SD 26.07 150 N Section Preliminary and Final Plat (unanimous)
• Approved SD 26.09 Vatan Mixed Use Development Preliminary and Final Plat, subject to City Council sidewalk decision (unanimous)
• Approved SD 26.10 Greenfields Subdivision Final Plat with staff conditions (unanimous)
• Approved SD 26.11 Stonevale Preliminary Plat with staff conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑02 extending suspension of certain residential multiple‑occupancy and subdivision applications (unanimous)
• Appointed Janine Saykes as Planning Commission Secretary (unanimous)

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will hear presentations from Fairhope High School and Fairhope East Elementary School principals regarding a 3-mil tax presentation. The council will also discuss a proposed e-bike ordinance and a potential living shoreline project at the South End of the Beach Front Park.

• Presentation of 3 Mil. tax funds for Fairhope High School
• Presentation of 3 Mil. tax funds for Fairhope East Elementary School
• Discussion of the E-Bike Ordinance
• Discussion of a potential living shoreline at the South End of the Beach Front Park
• Committee and Department Head Updates

The Fairhope City Council work session featured presentations on school 3‑mill funding, an e‑bike ordinance proposal, and a potential living shoreline project. Council members provided updates on the airport authority, historic preservation, recreation, and various city departments. The only formal action recorded was the cancellation of the Personnel Board meeting.

• Personnel Board meeting cancelled (announced by Council President Conyers)

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will consider final adoption of ordinances for hemp product licensing and fiber optic franchises. The body will also vote on multiple construction contracts, including a water tower project and road repairs, and hold a public hearing on a liquor license.

• Final adoption of hemp product licensing ordinance
• Non-exclusive fiber optic franchises for Alabama Fiber Network and Highstream Fiber
• Contract for New 2.0 Million Gallon Water Tower and 24" Water Main ($930,000)
• Sidewalk construction along Parker Road ($253,313.23)
• Public hearing for Walmart Package Store License

The Fairhope City Council approved the prior meeting minutes and granted a Walmart liquor license. It adopted a hemp‑product licensing ordinance (3‑2), approved two fiber‑optic franchise ordinances, and authorized site plans for a Brew Horizons restaurant and a Jiffy Lube. The council also adopted resolutions for a new city website and a short‑term‑rental monitoring subscription, all by voice vote.

• Approved March 9 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Issued Walmart Liquor Box #4333 package store license (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1860 to license consumable hemp products (AYE: Burrell, Conyers, Booth; NAY: Gammon, Robinson)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1861 granting fiber franchise to Alabama Fiber Network (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1862 granting fiber franchise to Highstream Fiber (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved site plan for Brew Horizons LLC (7 Brew Fairhope) (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved site plan for Rockwell LLC (Jiffy Lube Fairhope) (AYE: Burrell, Gammon, Robinson, Booth; Abstain: Conyers)
• Adopted resolutions for new city website development ($44,734.90 first year) and short‑term‑rental monitoring subscription ($5,869.01 annual) (both unanimous voice votes)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss its demolition review workflow and internal procedures, and consider a specific demolition application submitted by Erik. The commission will also talk about possibly reducing meeting frequency in summer and fall and set upcoming goals such as securing a consultant and planning History Day. Additional updates on the CLG and a consultant will be provided.

• Demolition review workflow with the city
• FHPC comment on future zoning initiatives in historic areas
• Potentially reduced meeting schedule in summer and fall
• Next goal set: secure consultant, FHPC survey, certificates, History Day
• Demolition Review Application submitted by Erik

The commission agreed that the City Clerk will prepare agendas for regular meetings while the chair drafts work‑session agendas. It adopted a paper, written‑request format for demolition review applications. Commissioners were appointed to new Zoning Changes and Historic Preservation Certificates working groups, and both the work‑session and regular‑session were adjourned by unanimous voice votes after approving the February 11, 2026 minutes.

• City Clerk to prepare agendas for regular meetings; Chair to draft work‑session agendas (agreed)
• Demolition Review Application to be paper with written request (agreed)
• Commissioners Jones, Mixon, Samry appointed to Zoning Changes Working Group (agreed)
• Commissioners Molyneux, Stein, Samry appointed to Historic Preservation Certificates Working Group (agreed)
• Motion to approve February 11, 2026 minutes passed unanimously (voice vote)
• Motion to adjourn work session passed unanimously (voice vote)
• Motion to adjourn regular session passed unanimously (voice vote)

General

Board of Adjustment

Environmental Advisory Board

The Fairhope Environmental Advisory Board will review priority environmental issues, focusing on greenspace and native habitat and sustainable waste management. The board will consider new environmental ideas and coordination with city departments. Opportunities for public involvement and education will be discussed before the meeting ends.

• Review of greenspace and native habitat priorities
• Discussion of sustainable waste management practices
• Consideration of new environmental issues and ideas
• Coordination with City Council, Planning Commission, and Mayor’s Office
• Public involvement and education opportunities

Airport Authority

The Fairhope Airport Authority will discuss several operational updates and reports, then move to board approval requests. Key items include a proposed Master Plan change for P27B, an insurance update for D&O liability, and an SASO application from Sterling Wing Aviation Detailing LLC. The meeting also covers FY 26 grant applications and routine financial and legal reports.

• Master Plan change proposal for project P27B
• Insurance update: D&O Liability Extended Reporting Period
• SASO application submitted by Sterling Wing Aviation Detailing LLC
• FY 26 grant applications presented in engineer’s report
• Standard operational and financial reports from manager, treasurer, and legal counsel

The Fairhope Airport Authority approved a lease amendment for Lot P‑27B, accepted changes to the East Side master plan, and authorized a SASO for Sterling Wing Aviation Detailing. It also approved a fire‑extinguisher service contract, signed a $169,000 taxiway lighting grant resolution, and adopted the February meeting minutes. The regular meeting was rescheduled to April 7.

• Approved lease amendment for Lot P‑27B (6 yea‑votes, 1 abstention)
• Accepted East Side master‑plan changes (unanimous)
• Approved SASO for Sterling Wing Aviation Detailing, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved fire‑extinguisher inspection contract with Skelton’s (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to sign Taxiway Lighting Reimbursement Grant ($169,000) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 10, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including a new water tower and fiber-optic network franchises. The body is also considering zoning amendments, a hemp product licensing ordinance, and the demolition of a dangerous building.

• Contract for a new 2.0 million gallon water tower and 24" water main not to exceed $1,055,000.00
• Bid award to RH Deas Building Co., LLC for Julwin's Plaza Project not to exceed $432,398.14
• Public hearing and demolition contract up to $12,500.00 for 416 Barclay Avenue
• Non-exclusive fiber-optic infrastructure franchises for Alabama Fiber Network and Highstream Fiber Inc.
• Ordinance to add licensing for consumable hemp products within city limits

The council approved a resolution authorizing the mayor and building official to contract demolition of the dangerous building at 416 Barclay Avenue for up to $12,500, to begin within 60 days. Council members also adopted Ordinance No. 1858, revising Section 21‑28 of Ordinance 1660 to address streetlights. The proposed amendment to Ordinance 1253 (zoning) was tabled indefinitely, with a minimum 60‑day postponement. All three actions passed by unanimous voice votes.

• Approved resolution authorizing demolition contract up to $12,500 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1858 revising streetlights (unanimous voice vote)
• Tabled amendment to Ordinance 1253 (zoning) indefinitely, at least 60 days (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of February 19, 2026 regular meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of February 19, 2026 work session (unanimous voice vote)
• Amended agenda, moving Item 1 to Item 30 (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will hear presentations on two elementary school projects, each funded at $3 million. Council members will discuss the proposed E‑Bike Ordinance. The meeting also includes routine committee and department head updates.

• Fairhope West Elementary School presentation – $3 million
• J. Larry Newton Elementary School presentation – $3 million
• Discussion of the E‑Bike Ordinance
• Committee updates
• Department head updates

The City Council deferred the E‑Bike Ordinance to the March 23 work session. Councilmembers unanimously voted to move into Executive Session for about 35 minutes to address pending litigation and trade issues, then adjourned the meeting at 5:25 p.m.

• Deferred E‑Bike Ordinance to March 23 work session (unanimous)
• Moved to Executive Session to discuss litigation and competition (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:25 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider site plan approvals for several businesses and residential developments. The meeting includes public hearings for a 6-lot subdivision, an 81-lot subdivision, and a conditional annexation for a 148-acre planned unit development.

• Site plan approval for 7 Brew Fairhope at State Highway 181 and State Highway 104
• Site plan approval for Jiffy Lube Fairhope north of State Highway 181 and State Highway 104
• Preliminary plat approval for Dresden Woods, a 6-lot subdivision at Bishop Road and Gayfer Road Extension
• Final plat approval for Battles Trace Phase 9, an 81-lot subdivision on Battles Road
• Conditional annexation to PUD for Colony Village at 10504 State Highway 104 (148± acres)

The commission approved the February 2 minutes after a unanimous vote. It then recommended SR 25.09 (7 Brew Fairhope), SR 26.01 (Jiffy Lube Fairhope), SR 26.02 (De La Mare Phase 2 site plan) and SD 26.05 (De La Mare Phase 2 multiple‑occupancy project) to the City Council, each with staff‑approved conditions. All recommendation motions passed with either unanimous support or a single abstention.

• Approved February 2 minutes – unanimous (AYE: Lee Turner; Rebecca Bryant; Jimmy Conyers; Harry Kohler; Paul Fontenot; Erik Cortinas; John Worsham; Hollie MacKellar; Kim McCormick)
• Recommended SR 25.09 (7 Brew Fairhope) to City Council – unanimous (same AYE list as minutes)
• Recommended SR 26.01 (Jiffy Lube Fairhope) to City Council – unanimous with one abstention (Jimmy Conyers)
• Recommended SR 26.02 (De La Mare Phase 2 site plan) to City Council – unanimous (AYE: Lee Turner; Rebecca Bryant; Harry Kohler; Paul Fontenot; Erik Cortinas; John Worsham; Hollie MacKellar; Jimmy Conyers; Kim McCormick)
• Recommended SD 26.05 (De La Mare Phase 2 MOP) to City Council – unanimous

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from property owner Karen Rice. The request seeks a 15-foot front-yard setback on a 0.38-acre lot at 11 Greenbrier Lane, which is zoned R-1 (Low-Density Single-Family Residential). The board will decide whether to grant the variance.

• 15-foot front yard setback variance for 11 Greenbrier Lane (0.38‑acre R‑1 lot) – request by Karen Rice

The Board approved the January 22 minutes unanimously. After a public hearing on the 15‑foot front‑yard setback variance for 11 Greenbrier Lane, the Board voted to table the request for up to six months pending a topographical survey and geotechnical report. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved January 22 minutes (unanimous AYE: Vira, Lamia, Slagle, Cook, Baker)
• Tabled BOA 26.01 variance request for up to six months (unanimous AYE: Vira, Cook, Lamia, Baker, Slagle)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous AYE: Vira, Cook, Lamia, Baker, Slagle)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on zoning ordinance amendments and vote on the final adoption of several ordinances, including a demolition review procedure for historic buildings. The body will also consider grant applications for road work and various construction contracts for city parks.

• ALDOT grant application for $449,959.50 to resurface 1.25 miles of County Road 13
• Bid award to GAF Companies, LLC for Volanta Park youth baseball restrooms not-to-exceed $176,783.70
• Bid award to Hagan Storm Fence of Mobile for Barnwell Youth Football Fields fencing not-to-exceed $39,617.00
• Annexation of property at 9338 Gayfer Road Extension
• Contract with Magnolia River for PHMSA Grant Preparation not-to-exceed $20,000.00

The City Council adopted a resolution authorizing the submission of a FY 2026 Rebuild Alabama Act grant request for $449,959.50 (a $350 K grant with a $100 K match) to resurface, restore, and rehabilitate 1.25 mi of County Road 13. The council also adopted a resolution to begin amending Ordinance No. 1253 to protect residential use rights, and unanimously approved four ordinances (business‑license code, public‑schools commission bylaws, demolition‑review procedure, and annexation of a parcel). All actions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Authorized FY 2026 ALDOT grant application for $449,959.50 road work (unanimous voice vote)
• Resolved to start process amending Ordinance No. 1253 to protect residential use rights (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1854 amending the Business License Code (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1855 amending Public Schools Commission bylaws (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1856 establishing a Demolition Review Procedure (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1857 annexing 9338 Gayfer Road Extension parcel (unanimous voice vote)
• Added a resolution item to the agenda after Item 5 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of the February 9, 2026 regular meeting and work session (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a lease and nature trail for Anna T. Jeanes. Members will also receive presentations on the K-1/HATCH Project and River Mill Community Park.

• Discussion on Anna T. Jeanes Lease & Nature Trail
• Presentation on BCEDA Capital Sitework Improvements for the future Hatch Campus (K-1/HATCH Project)
• Presentation on River Mill Community Park built by Fairhope Single Tax Corporation
• Discussion on Julwin's Plaza Project

The council heard presentations on the Anna T. Jeanes lease, the HATCH campus courtyard, River Mill Community Park, and the Julwin’s Plaza project, but no votes or approvals were recorded for those items. The Planning and Zoning Director reported that Agenda Items 9 and 10 were deemed necessary and approved. The meeting was adjourned at 5:38 p.m.

• Agenda Items 9 and 10 deemed necessary and approved (no vote tally recorded)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Fairhope Environmental Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to review its 2026 priority issues, including greenspace and native habitat and sustainable waste management practices. The board will also consider new environmental ideas and opportunities for public involvement and education. No specific decisions or concrete actions are listed on the agenda.

The board approved the January meeting minutes. It reaffirmed the Greenspace Working Group’s partnership with the University of Southern Alabama to develop a public GIS map of city parks. Nancy Harrison was tasked to research Bee City USA certification and report back in March. The board also agreed to assist the Planning Department in cleaning up environmental data layers, sent a letter of support for the ALDOT Hwy 98 bridge grant, and contacted the River Oaks subdivision about a detention‑pond issue.

• Approved January meeting minutes
• Continued Greenspace Working Group partnership for GIS park tool
• Nancy Harrison will research Bee City USA certification and report in March
• Ben Frater and Steven Scyphers agreed to help the Planning Department with environmental layers
• FEAB will clean up environmental attributes in the online GIS tool for the Planning Department
• Amy Paulson sent FEAB letter of support for COF ALDOT Hwy 98 bridge grant proposal
• Carl Couret and Nancy Harrison contacted River Oaks subdivision representative about detention‑pond condition

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will consider updates on demolition reviews, including a slide show presentation. It will also receive updates on the Christian Valley Baptist Church project, the CLG initiative, and the city‑museum consultant. The meeting includes a recap of History Day activities and approval of the previous meeting minutes.

• Demolition Review update presented by Jay Robinson or Erik Cortinas
• Demolition Review slide show presented by Dannie Mixon
• Christian Valley Baptist Church project update
• CLG (Community Land Grant) update by Jay Robinson or Erik Cortinas
• Consultant update by Erik Cortinas

The commission approved the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It set the dates for next year's History Day events (January 14‑23, 2027) by unanimous voice vote. The commission also adopted the consultant scope of work as presented, again by unanimous voice vote, and then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved January 14, 2026 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Set History Day 2027 dates Jan 14‑23, 2027 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted consultant scope of work (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

Airport Authority

The Airport Authority will receive operational and project updates from the airport manager, engineers, and aviation partners. The board is scheduled to discuss and potentially approve insurance.

• Insurance approval request
• AWOS update and phone line report
• Engineer's project updates

The Authority approved the SASO request for 850 Aircraft Cleaning and authorized Pel Henry to sign the request, pending required permits and insurance. The minutes from the January 13 meeting were approved. The annual insurance proposal with a 3% deductible was approved. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved SASO request for 850 Aircraft Cleaning (unanimous)
• Approved January 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved insurance proposal with 3% deductible (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including annexing a parcel at 9338 Gayfer Road Extension, approving contracts for bridge inspections, fence installation, and a new pavilion, and authorizing a seasonal school resource officer position. Additional items include updates to the business license code, school commission bylaws, and a demolition review procedure for historic buildings.

• Ordinance to annex property at 9338 Gayfer Road Extension, Tax Parcel No. 46-05-15-0-000-003.547.001
• Resolution to award Safe Span, LLC for bi‑annual bridge inspections, not‑to‑exceed $10,900.00
• Resolution to award Mendoza's Barrier Fence, LLC for a 6‑foot privacy landfill fence, not‑to‑exceed $97,630.00
• Resolution to award Gulf Construction Co., LLC for New Pavilion at Barnwell Sports Complex, not‑to‑exceed $84,220.70
• Resolution to add a seasonal School Resource Officer position to the Police Department, compensation capped at $52,000 per year

The council authorized Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute a settlement agreement with American Contractors Indemnity Company and a cooperative right‑of‑way maintenance agreement with Lex Terry. It approved contracts for bridge inspections, a landfill fence, a new pavilion at the Barnwell Sports Complex, and a concrete change order at the wastewater treatment plant. The council also rejected bids for lift station bypass pumps and extended a wastewater plant maintenance contract.

• Authorized Mayor Sullivan to execute Settlement & Tender Agreement with American Contractors Indemnity Company (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized Mayor Sullivan to execute Agreement for Cooperative Maintenance of Public Right of Way with Lex Terry (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved selection of Safe Span, LLC for bi‑annual bridge inspections, contract not‑to‑exceed $10,900 (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded Mendoza's Barrier Fence, LLC new 6‑foot privacy landfill boundary fence, not‑to‑exceed $97,630 (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded Gulf Construction Co., LLC New Pavilion – Barnwell Sports Complex project, not‑to‑exceed $84,220.70 and authorized $9,221 budget transfer (unanimous voice vote)
• Rejected all bids for Installation of Twelve New Lift Station Bypass Pumps and ordered a re‑bid (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized Change Order No. 1 for concrete work at Wastewater Treatment Plant Belt Press, cost $3,200, total project $26,500 (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized Contract Extension No. 1 for Wastewater Treatment Plant VTScada System maintenance with Automation Control Service, LLC, annual cost $22,800 plus materials (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Wastewater Treatment Plant Utility and the Professional Services Purchasing Policy. The meeting includes a presentation from the Fairhope Junior City Council and updates from department heads and committees.

• Fairhope Junior City Council Annual Project presentation
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Utility discussion
• Professional Services Purchasing Policy discussion

The council discussed the wastewater treatment plant upgrade costs, hearing estimates of $100 million for a new plant and just under $40 million for Phase 2 improvements. Council members reviewed a proposed Professional Services Purchasing Policy, with one member noting a $25,000 limit. The council reached consensus to move the policy forward and place it on the next agenda. No formal votes or other decisions were recorded.

• Professional Services Purchasing Policy moved forward to next agenda (consensus)

Planning Commission

The Fairhope Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider subdivision plat approvals on Twin Beech Road. One hearing is for the Twin Beech Subdivision, a 2‑lot, 13.71‑acre minor subdivision, and the other is for The Preserve at Point Clear, a 13‑lot, 11.41‑acre subdivision. The commission will also review an extension request for Highlands at Fairhope Village and note that the 7 Brew Fairhope site plan has been moved to the March agenda.

• Public hearing (SD 26.03) for preliminary and final plat approval of Twin Beech Subdivision, 2 lots, 13.71 acres at 6796 Twin Beech Road (R‑1 district)
• Public hearing (SD 26.04) for preliminary plat approval of The Preserve at Point Clear, 13 lots, 11.41 acres at 6796 Twin Beech Road (R‑1 district)
• Request (SD 24.14) by Highlands of Fairhope Village, LLC for a one‑year extension of final plat approval
• Site plan approval (SR 25.09) for 7 Brew Fairhope moved to the March agenda
• Approval of minutes from the January 5, 2026 meeting (consent agenda)

The commission approved a one‑year extension for the Highlands at Fairhope Village plat approval. It recommended approval of the Twin Beech Subdivision (SD 26.03) with staff conditions, approved a storm‑water waiver, and approved the The Preserve at Point Clear subdivision (SD 26.04) with staff recommendations. The January 5 minutes were also approved.

• Approved one‑year extension for SD 24.14 (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for SD 26.03 with staff conditions (unanimous)
• Approved storm‑water waiver request (unanimous)
• Approved SD 26.04 subdivision with staff recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 5, 2026 (unanimous)

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will adopt an ordinance amending the Business License Code to add new NAICS codes and fees. It will approve the annexation and zoning of ALDI, Inc. property at 10101 County Road 48 to the B‑2 General Business District. The council will also consider a site‑plan approval for the Fairhope Boarding House, a $250,000 traffic‑signal project on SR‑181 and Threshing Boulevard, and several funding and contract resolutions.

• Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 1233 (Business License Code) adding NAICS codes and fee schedule
• Annexation and zoning of ALDI, Inc. property at 10101 County Road 48 to B‑2 General Business District
• Site‑plan approval for Fairhope Boarding House at 301 Fairhope Avenue (0.20‑acre, B‑2 district)
• Resolution for $250,000 State Public Road and Bridge Funds for traffic‑signal improvements on SR‑181 and Threshing Boulevard (Project# ST-002-999-015)
• Award of contract to Donohoo Chevrolet, LLC for five 2026 Chevrolet Tahoes for the Police Department, not‑to‑exceed $274,476.70

The council approved two ordinances, including the annexation and B‑2 zoning of the ALDI property at 10101 County Road 48. It also approved the site‑plan for a boarding house at 301 Fairhope Avenue and adopted several resolutions on environmental protection, traffic‑signal improvements, a Safe Streets action plan, and funding agreements. All actions passed by voice vote with unanimous support.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1852 amending the Business License Code – passed voice vote, all yeas
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1853 annexing ALDI property at 10101 County Road 48 and zoning B‑2 – passed voice vote, yeas from Gammon, Conyers, Robinson, Booth; no nay
• Approved site‑plan for 301 Fairhope Avenue boarding house – passed unanimously by voice vote
• Adopted Resolution No. 5702-26 supporting Mobile Bay health protection – passed unanimously by voice vote
• Adopted Resolution No. 5703-26 agreeing with ALDOT for SR‑181/Threshing Blvd traffic‑signal project (up to $250,000) – passed unanimously by voice vote
• Adopted Resolution No. 5704-26 adopting the Fairhope Safe Streets for All Action Plan – passed unanimously by voice vote
• Adopted Resolution No. 5705-26 accepting $40,000 MPO funding for Twin Beech/Road Corridor Study – passed unanimously by voice vote
• Adopted Resolution No. 5706-26 approving a $50,000 grant application to ADECA Energy Efficient Retrofit – passed unanimously by voice vote

City Council

The City Council will receive presentations and discuss several operational matters. The session includes reports on energy and water quality and discussions regarding hemp products and police staffing.

• Introduction from Energy Southeast President/CEO Fred D. Clark, Jr.
• Fly Creek Canine Water Quality Study presentation by Mobile Bay National Estuary Program
• Discussion on consumable hemp products with ABC Board Revenue Manager Jennifer Olmstead
• Discussion on seasonal School Resource Officer positions with Chief Stephanie Hollinghead
• Discussion on Korterra terms and conditions with Gas Superintendent Wes Boyett

The council reached consensus to proceed with the Korterra terms and conditions contract. Discussion of consumable hemp product licensing was deferred to the February 19, 2026 work session. The Seasonal School Resource Officer positions were deemed beneficial and will be placed on the next agenda.

• Move forward with Korterra contract (council consensus)
• Defer consumable hemp product licensing discussion to Feb 19, 2026 work session
• Place Seasonal School Resource Officer positions on next agenda (council consensus)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a residential property. One other item previously scheduled for this meeting has been moved to February.

• Public hearing for a 13.6-foot Rear Yard Setback Variance at 375 Ridgewood Circle (BOA 26.02)
• Discussion of Revised Board of Adjustments Meeting Schedule
• BOA 26.01 moved to February meeting at Applicant's request

The Board approved the minutes from the December 15, 2025 meeting and the revised meeting schedule. BOA 26.01 was moved to the February meeting at the applicant’s request. BOA 26.02, a rear‑yard setback variance, was tabled until the May 18, 2026 meeting.

• Approved December 15, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved revised Board of Adjustments meeting schedule (4‑0)
• Postponed BOA 26.01 to February meeting (motion carried)
• Tabled BOA 26.02 rear‑yard setback variance until May 18, 2026 (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous motion carried)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Fairhope Historic Preservation Commission will consider updates on demolition reviews, the CLG program, and consulting services. They will also discuss plans for History Day and a demolition training slideshow. The meeting includes the usual chair report and approval of minutes.

• Demolition Review update (Jay Robinson or Erik Cortinas)
• CLG update (Jay Robinson or Erik Cortinas)
• Consultant update (Erik Cortinas)
• History Day planning (Ginger Golson)
• Demolition Training Slideshow

The Fairhope Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. The commission discussed updates on Certified Local Government (CLG) status, demolition review procedures, and plans for the upcoming History Day event. Public comments were received about demolition incentives and zoning concerns. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote at 4:49 p.m.

• Approved December 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Harbor Board

The Harbor Board will meet to receive a report from Harbor Manager Mark Redditt. The board will also discuss the status of the Clean Marina program.

• Report by Harbor Manager Mark Redditt
• Discussion on Clean Marina Status

Airport Authority

The Fairhope Airport Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting. The board will review reports from the airport manager, flightline, Aspire Aviation, engineers, treasurer, and legal counsel. The meeting includes two approval requests: a SASO request from Bryars Aviation Maintenance and a proposed raise for the airport manager. Standard procedural items and public comment are also on the agenda.

• SASO request – Bryars Aviation Maintenance (approval request)
• Proposed raise for Airport Manager
• Operations update from Airport Manager Dave Friedel
• Flightline First report – Ethan McDonald
• Engineer’s report – Jordan Stringfellow / Luke Hicks (project updates)

City Council

The Fairhope City Council will consider a public hearing on a petition to vacate a 66‑foot right‑of‑way on Adams Street. It will adopt an amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 1253 to rezone a 10‑acre parcel at 19763 State Highway 181. The council will also amend the Business License Code, approve an annexation for an ALDI property, and adopt several resolutions authorizing contracts and project funding.

• Public hearing – petition to vacate a 66‑foot right‑of‑way on Adams Street by Montrose Cemetery Association
• Ordinance – amend Zoning Ordinance No. 1253 to rezone 10‑acre property at 19763 State Highway 181 from R‑A to R‑1
• Ordinance – amend Business License Code (Ordinance No. 1233) to add NAICS codes and update fee schedule
• Resolution – award contract to American Asphalt, Inc. for Magnolia Beach Restoration, not‑to‑exceed $494,712.00
• Resolution – award contract to Chris Brewer Contracting for Stimpson Park Walking Track Repair, not‑to‑exceed $65,977.00

City Council

The council will discuss a memorandum of understanding with the Fairhope Arts & Crafts Foundation. It will consider the selection process for a consultant to conduct a compensation and classification study. Presentations will cover the Safe Streets & Roads for All initiative and a storm‑drain art project. Committee and department updates will also be provided.

• Discussion of Fairhope Arts & Crafts Foundation MOUA
• Review of consultant selection process for compensation & classification study
• Presentation on City of Fairhope Safe Streets & Roads for All
• Presentation on City of Fairhope Storm Drain Art Project

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board is meeting to establish priority issues for 2026. The board will discuss environmental concerns and coordinate with City Council, the Planning Commission, and the Mayor's office.

• Discussion of greenspace and native habitat
• Discussion of sustainable waste management practices
• Review of City Council and Planning Commission items

Environmental Advisory Board

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review site and plat approvals for several developments. This includes a 3-unit project on Fairhope Avenue and two larger multi-occupancy projects.

• Site plan and preliminary plat approval for Fairhope Boarding House (3 units) at 301 Fairhope Avenue
• Final plat approval for Washington Square (8 units) on the west side of Bishop Rd north of Morphy Ave
• Preliminary plat approval for Eastern Shore Village Center MOP (15 units) at Greeno Road and Fairhope Avenue
• 7 Brew Fairhope site plan approval moved to February agenda