Decatur, AL

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold public hearings on three unsafe building abatements, a zoning text amendment, and three rezoning/pre-zoning requests. The council will also vote on numerous resolutions, including contracts for demolition, software, police equipment, and a new recreation center fee structure, plus weed abatement assessments and a street name change.

• Public hearings on abatement of unsafe conditions at 2940 Lynnwood Circle SW, 1411 7th Ave SE, and 513 Ewell St. SW
• Zoning text amendment 251-26 and rezoning requests 1446-26 (RS-10 to RS-5 east of 1001 14th Ave SW), 1450-26 (3203 Deere Road SE), and 1451-26 (south of 3203 Deere Road SE)
• Weed abatement assessments of $348 and $423 against 20 properties
• Resolution 26-250: Allocate opioid settlement funds to Bridge Life, Inc.
• Resolution 26-263: Approve new recreation center fee structure

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including abating unsafe conditions at three properties, zoning text and map changes, and numerous resolutions covering contracts, grants, and budget amendments. The agenda also includes weed abatement assessments, a street name change, and appointments.

• Public hearings on abating unsafe conditions at 2940 Lynnwood Circle SW, 1411 7th Ave SE, and 513 Ewell St. SW
• Zoning text amendment 251-26 and re-zoning of land east of 1001 14th Ave SW from RS-10 to RS-5
• Pre-zoning requests for 3203 Deere Road SE and property south of it
• Weed abatement assessments of $348 to $423 against 20 properties
• Resolution 26-250: Allocate Opioid Settlement Funds to Bridge Life, Inc.

City Council

The Decatur City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including awarding a contract for the 4th Avenue Parking Garage to Pearce Construction, approving annexations for two lots on Deere Road SE, and authorizing a memorandum of understanding between the Decatur Police Department and Calhoun Community College. The council will also consider a fire code amendment, a sale of city property under the DAWN program, and a contract termination at Wilson Morgan Recreation Center.

• Resolution 26-219: Award $4th Avenue Parking Garage contract to Pearce Construction
• Ordinance 26-4652: Annexation of Lot 3 on Deere Road SE
• Ordinance 26-4653: Annexation of Lot 4 south of 3203 Deere Road SE
• Resolution 26-224: Approve MOU between Decatur Police Department and Calhoun Community College
• Ordinance 26-4654: Sale of Woodland St. SE to Donald and Deborah Peace under DAWN Program

The Decatur City Council approved all resolutions and ordinances on the agenda, including awarding the 4th Avenue parking garage contract to Pearce Construction and authorizing the mayor to execute the agreement. The council also approved several other contracts, including engineering design services for intersection improvements, athletic field construction, and a sanitation ejector trailer. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Council Pro-Tempore Carlton McMasters absent.

• Approved Resolution 26-219 awarding 4th Avenue parking garage to Pearce Construction (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-217 ALDOT agreement for grading/landscaping on Central Ave (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-218 engineering design for Modaus/Fairground intersection (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-220 athletic field construction bid to ProRain Irrigation (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-221 sanitation ejector trailer bid to KNL Holdings (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-223 termination of Wilson Morgan Rec Center contract (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 26-4651 sale of 408 7th Ave SW to John T. Moore (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 26-4652 and 26-4653 annexations on Deere Road SE (3-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances at its regular meeting. Key items include awarding a parking garage construction contract, approving property sales and annexations, and adopting a fire code amendment. The council will also consider a contract termination at Wilson Morgan Recreation Center and a police department MOU.

• Resolution 26-219: Award bid for 4th Avenue Parking Garage to Pearce Construction
• Ordinance 26-4654: Approve sale of Woodland St. NE to Donald and Deborah Peace under DAWN program
• Ordinances 26-4652/4653: Annexation requests for two lots on Deere Road SE
• Ordinance 26-4655: Approve fire code amendment
• Resolution 26-224: Approve MOU between Decatur Police Department and Calhoun Community College

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hear proposals to rezone properties, amend zoning text, and abate unsafe conditions at several addresses. The body also plans to award a contract for sportsplex construction and approve liquor licenses for two local businesses.

• Award bid 26-022 for Sportsplex to Carmon Construction
• Approve liquor licenses for Bone Frog LLC and Yellow Store Inc.
• Approve Pugh, Wright & McAnally for Country Club Rd intersection improvements
• Set public hearings for rezoning 1446-26 and text amendment 251-26
• Approve conditional funding for River Road Estates Phase 4 sewer extension

The Decatur City Council voted 3-1 to keep the current stricter zoning text amendment for data centers, rejecting a proposed change. The council also approved several routine items, including monthly bills, minutes, liquor licenses, weed abatements, and various resolutions. No public comments were made during the meeting.

• Approved June 2026 monthly bills (4-0)
• Approved minutes for June 29 and July 6 work sessions and July 6 meeting (4-0)
• Set public hearings for Aug. 17 on abatement of unsafe conditions at 2940 Lynnwood Circle SW, 1411 7th Ave SE, and 513 Ewell St. SW
• Set public hearing for Aug. 17 on zoning text amendment 251-26; voted 3-1 to stay current changes
• Set public hearings for Aug. 17 on rezoning 1446-26 and pre-zoning 1450-26 and 1451-26
• Approved restaurant retail liquor license for Bone Frog LLC DBA Josie's (4-0)
• Approved retail beer and wine license for Yellow Store Inc. (4-0)
• Approved weed abatement assessment of $464.72 against 504 Finley Dr. NW (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings for retail liquor licenses and set future hearings for zoning changes and unsafe condition abatements. The body is also deciding on property sales, annexations, and professional services for intersection improvements.

• Liquor license requests for Bone Frog LLC (109 2nd Ave NE) and Yellow Store Inc. (127 Austinville Rd SW)
• Demolition cost assessment of $6,330.00 against 612 3rd Ave SW
• Professional services proposal from Pugh, Wright & McAnally for Country Club Rd and Hwy 67 intersection improvements
• Sale of 408 7th Ave SW to John T. Moore
• Annexation requests for Deere Road SE Lot 3 and Lot 4

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider 20 resolutions, including relocating Precinct 4-3 voting center from Point Mallard Grill to the Point Mallard Event Center, increasing funding for the Calhoun College Sports Complex, adopting GovWell planning and zoning software, and approving various contracts and donations. Board reappointments to the Municipal Utilities Board, Library Board, and Downtown Redevelopment Authority are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 26-196: Relocate District 3, Precinct 4-3 voting center to Point Mallard Event Center (2901-D Point Mallard Circle SE)
• Resolution 26-193: Approve increased funding commitment for Calhoun College Sports Complex
• Resolution 26-184: Authorize agreement with GovWell for planning and zoning software
• Resolution 26-182: Approve archaeological survey for Dinsmore Slough Trail project
• Resolution 26-191: Approve Wilson Morgan Park access improvements

The Decatur City Council approved 18 resolutions, including contracts for pest control, sand and aggregates, park improvements, and a Calhoun College Sports Complex funding increase. The council rejected a proposed agreement with GovWell for planning and zoning software (0-4). All other votes passed 4-0, with two abstentions on separate items.

• Approved archaeological survey for Dinsmore Slough Trail (4-0)
• Accepted Change Order #1 for Whistle Bend Park (3-0, Pike abstained)
• Denied GovWell planning and zoning software agreement (0-4)
• Accepted Daikin America equipment donation for Fire Rescue (4-0)
• Awarded pest control bid to Defense Pest Solutions (4-0)
• Awarded sand and aggregates bid to Terry Equipment and Vulcan Materials (4-0)
• Approved increased funding for Calhoun College Sports Complex (4-0)
• Relocated District 3 voting precinct to Point Mallard Event Center (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider several resolutions, including increasing funding for the Calhoun College Sports Complex and relocating a voting center. Other items include awarding contracts for pest control and an archaeological survey, approving software for planning and zoning, and making appointments to city boards.

• Resolution 26-193: Increase funding commitment for Calhoun College Sports Complex
• Resolution 26-196: Relocate District 3 voting center from Point Mallard Grill to Point Mallard Event Center
• Resolution 26-182: Approve archaeological survey for Dinsmore Slough Trail project
• Resolution 26-184: Authorize agreement with GovWell for planning and zoning software
• Resolution 26-192: Approve 2026 street conditions assessment with FirstStep Pavement Management

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider approving a budget amendment and awarding a bid for intersection improvements at Country Club Road and Highway 67. The agenda also includes dozens of weed abatement assessments, demolition cost assessments for three properties, and several utility relocation proposals for Holly Street. Other items include a proposal for Old State Bank renovations, an FAA grant for Pryor Field, and midyear budget adjustments.

• Resolution 26-172: Budget amendment for intersection improvements at Country Club Rd and Hwy 67
• Resolution 26-173: Award bid for intersection improvements at Country Club Rd and Hwy 67 to the Rogers Group
• 26 weed abatement assessments at $348 each across various addresses
• Three demolition cost assessments of $6,330 each at 612 3rd Ave SW, 1604 Cedar St SW, and 2260 Kooken Ave SW
• Resolution 26-181: Approve FY 2026 midyear budget adjustments

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests to residential single-family districts. Other actions include resolutions for a Community Development Block Grant Action Plan, a Bulletproof Vest Grant, an Event Center budget increase, police shooting range upgrades, and Princess Theatre repairs. Appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board are also on the agenda.

• Public hearings on rezoning Saddlehorn Bend, Norris Mill/Birdspring, and Danville Road to residential single-family (RS-5/RS-7)
• Resolution 26-134: Approve budget increase for Event Center construction
• Resolution 26-133: Approve contingencies for Princess Theatre structural beam repair
• Resolution 26-132: Approve Pugh Wright McAnally proposal for police shooting range upgrades
• Resolution 26-130/131: Approve utility relocation and modifications for Bunny Lane improvements

The City Council approved three rezoning requests, a 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan, and multiple resolutions authorizing grants, utility projects, and lease extensions. One rezoning request received a dissenting vote.

• Approved rezoning at 1447-26 Saddlehorn Bend SW (5-0)
• Approved rezoning at 1448-26 Norris Mill & Birdspring (4-1)
• Approved rezoning at 1449-26 SW of 3405 Danville Road (5-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to submit 2025-2026 CAPER to HUD (5-0)
• Accepted Bulletproof Partnership Grant from DOJ (5-0)
• Approved Bunny Lane Utility Modifications with Decatur Utilities (5-0)
• Approved Princess Theatre Structural Beam Repair Contingencies (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 18, 2026, to vote on multiple resolutions including special use permits for temporary cellular facilities for the Rock the South concert, applications for National Parks Grants to update historic district surveys, and a public hearing for a special event liquor license. The council will also consider weed abatement assessments, demolition cost recoveries, a recreation center change order, and various other administrative items.

• Public hearing for Resolution 26-122: Special event liquor license for Greenawalt Hospitality at The Fields, 3427 Gordon Terry Pkwy, June 11-13, 2026
• Resolutions 26-111 and 26-125: Special use permits for AT&T and T-Mobile temporary cellular facilities at 3536 Gordon Terry Pkwy for Rock the South
• Resolutions 26-114 and 26-115: Applications for National Parks Grants to update Albany Historic Residential District survey and Phase 2 of Fairview Penny Acres Historic District
• Resolution 26-117: Relocation of Holly Street EV charging station to Morgan County parking lot by Decatur Utilities
• Resolution 26-123: Approval of Recreation Center Change Order #10

The City Council approved several resolutions regarding property assessments, special use permits, and grant applications. They also authorized a relocation of an EV charging station and approved monthly bills and meeting minutes.

• Approved April 2026 monthly bills (5-0)
• Approved April 27, 2026 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 4, 2026 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 4, 2026 council meeting minutes (5-0)
• Set public hearing for June 15, 2026 regarding 305 Robin Rd SW (5-0)
• Approved special event retail liquor license for The Fields (5-0)
• Assessed $348.00 against 401 12th Ave NW for weed abatement (5-0)
• Approved AT&T temporary cellular facility at 3536 Gordon Terry Parkway (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will set public hearings for three rezoning requests, vote on the annual ad valorem tax levy for FY27, and award bids for road widening and recreation center renovations. Other items include permits for a temporary Verizon cell tower, traffic signal removals, and grant applications for a bike trail and safe streets.

• Set public hearing for rezoning south of 4021 Saddlehorn Bend SW to RS-5
• Set public hearing for rezoning at Norris Mill & Birdspring to RS-5
• Set public hearing for rezoning southwest of 3405 Danville Road to RS-7
• Vote on Annual Ad Valorem Tax Levy for FY27 (Ordinance 26-4643)
• Award bid #26-003 to Hood Contracting for Bunny Lane Widening

The City Council approved several resolutions including road widening, recreation center renovations, and traffic signal removals. Public hearings for three rezoning requests were scheduled for June 1, 2026. The council also approved the annual Ad Valorem tax levy for fiscal year 2027.

• Approved April 13, April 20 work session and meeting minutes (4-0)
• Set public hearings for three rezoning requests for June 1, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved MUB Yield Reduction Payment (4-0)
• Approved Verizon Wireless temporary cellular facility permit (4-0)
• Approved ALDOT permit for Wilson Morgan Park turnout (4-0)
• Approved ALDOT permit for Beltline Frontage Road landscaping (4-0)
• Awarded Bunny Lane widening bid to Hood Contracting (4-0)
• Approved traffic signal removals at 4th & Grant and 4th & Johnston St. SE (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 20, 2026, to consider several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include the first reading of the annual ad valorem tax levy for fiscal year 2027, a franchise agreement for 3M to discharge pretreated wastewater, and multiple resolutions on vehicle donations, drainage design, road improvements, and a new Parks & Recreation marketing specialist position.

• Ordinance 26-4643: First reading of the annual Ad Valorem Tax Levy for FY27
• Ordinance 26-4642: Approve franchise for 3M force main pipe to discharge pretreated wastewaters
• Resolution 26-088: Approve Deerfoot Estates Drainage Design Project increase by Three Notch Group
• Resolution 26-089: Approve Pugh Wright McAnally proposal for Bunny Lane Road Improvements CE&I
• Resolution 26-091: Approve Decatur Parks and Recreation Rec Center Change Order #9

The City Council approved a franchise agreement allowing 3M to discharge pretreated wastewaters via a force main pipe, with Council Member Adkins abstaining after questioning oversight. Twelve other resolutions and one first-reading ordinance passed unanimously, including approvals for special event liquor licenses, vehicle donations, road improvements, and a new marketing position for Parks & Recreation.

• Approved Ordinance 26-4642: franchise for 3M to discharge pretreated wastewaters (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution 26-083: special event liquor license for Dragon Boat Race (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-084: special event liquor license for Strolling Through the Arts (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-085: donation of 2008 Chevy Impala to BridgeLife Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-089: Pugh Wright McAnally proposal for Bunny Lane Road improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-090: new Marketing Specialist job classification for Parks & Recreation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-091: Recreation Center Change Order #9 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-092: MOU with Decatur City Schools for DYS facility use (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning 3418 Indian Hills Rd SE to community commercial, and on liquor licenses for Logans Roadhouse and the Dec Days Festival. Resolutions include awarding Whistle Bend Park construction to Fite Construction, approving a franchise for 3M to discharge pretreated wastewater, and purchasing AED equipment. Other items include contracts for auditing, MS4 permit renewal, and a sidewalk cafe permit.

• Public hearing on rezoning 3418 Indian Hills Rd SE to CC (Community Commercial)
• Award Whistle Bend Park construction to Fite Construction LLC
• First reading of franchise for 3M force main pipe to discharge pretreated wastewater
• Approve restaurant retail liquor license for Logans Roadhouse at 2315 Beltline Rd SW
• Approve purchase of AED equipment using opioid settlement funds

The City Council approved a rezoning request for 3418 Indian Hills Rd SE from residential to Community Commercial (CC) despite public opposition. The vote was 4-1, with Council Member Adkins dissenting. The Council also awarded a contract to Fite Construction for Whistle Bend Park construction (4-0, with Council President Pike abstaining) and approved numerous other resolutions including liquor licenses, surplus vehicle declarations, and service agreements.

• Approved rezoning 3418 Indian Hills Rd SE to CC (4-1)
• Approved restaurant retail liquor license for Logans Roadhouse at 2315 Beltline Rd SW (5-0)
• Approved special event liquor license for 609 Social Market for Dec Days Festival (5-0)
• Awarded Whistle Bend Park construction to Fite Construction Company LLC (4-0, Pike abstained)
• Declared surplus vehicles no longer used by city departments (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Fite Building Company for Construction Management Small Works (4-0, Pike abstained)
• Approved budget increase for Decatur Utilities cut, patching, and pipe bursts (5-0)
• Approved sidewalk cafe application for Mother's Italian Kitchen (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 26-4638 to rezone 1319 Pisgah Road SE to RS-E Residential Single-Family Estate. The Council will also consider Resolution 26-066 authorizing the Mayor to negotiate a project assistance commitment with the Alabama Community College System for Calhoun. The meeting includes public comment periods.

• Public hearing: Rezoning 1319 Pisgah Road SE to RS-E (Ordinance 26-4638)
• Resolution 26-066: Authorize Mayor to negotiate agreement with Alabama Community College System for Calhoun project
• Agenda-related public comment and general public comment periods

The City Council voted 4‑0 to approve Ordinance No. 26‑4638, rezoning 1319 Pisgah Road SE to RS‑E (Residential Single‑Family Estate). The council also voted 4‑0 to adopt Resolution No. 26‑066, authorizing the mayor to negotiate a project assistance agreement with the Alabama Community College System, limited to a cost not exceeding $3 million. No council members voted against either motion.

• Approved Ordinance No. 26‑4638 rezoning 1319 Pisgah Rd SE to RS‑E (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 26‑066 authorizing mayor to negotiate college project agreement (cost ≤ $3 M) (4‑0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider several resolutions including authorizing the purchase of an AI sorting solution for the Materials Recovery Facility, approving change orders for park improvements at Jessie Lewis Smith Park, appointing Lillie Farmer as Human Resources Director, creating a Crime Analyst position in the Police Department, and approving the renaming of Frazier Park to Odom-Frazier Park. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance for a chauffeur service and reappoint a member to the Architectural Review Board.

• Resolution 26-057: Authorize budget amendment for AI sorting solution at recycling facility
• Resolution 26-058: Approve change orders for park improvements at Jessie Lewis Smith Park
• Resolution 26-061: Approve Decatur Utilities electric modification at Hwy 67 and Country Club Road
• Resolution 26-062: Approve renaming Frazier Park to Odom-Frazier Park
• Resolution 26-065: Approve purchase of baler for Recycling Department for $115,337

The City Council approved several resolutions including an AI sorting solution for the landfill and a $115,337 baler purchase. Additional actions included approving park improvements, renaming Frazier Park, and appointing a new Human Resources Director.

• Approved February 2026 monthly bills (4-0)
• Approved several previous meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized budget amendment for AI sorting solution at Materials Recovery Facility (4-0)
• Approved change orders for park improvements at Jessie Lewis Smith Park (4-0)
• Approved Lillie Farmer as Human Resources Director (4-0)
• Approved new Crime Analyst job classification (4-0)
• Approved Decatur Utilities electric modification to Hwy 67 and Country Club Road (4-0)
• Approved renaming Frazier Park to Odom-Frazier Park (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold public hearings and vote on two rezoning requests: 3430 Indian Hills Road SE to Community Commercial and 112 Oxmore Flint Road SW to Institutional District. They will also set a public hearing for a third rezoning at 3418 Indian Hills Road SE. Other actions include resolutions on equipment purchases, a bike path grant, road widening funding, water line projects, and a park renaming, plus board appointments.

• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 3430 Indian Hills Road SE to Community Commercial
• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 112 Oxmore Flint Road SW to Institutional District
• Set public hearing for rezoning 3418 Indian Hills Road SE to Community Commercial
• Resolution 26-049: Budget amendment for Modaus Road widening with Skipper Consulting Inc.
• Resolution 26-055: Rename Frazier Park to Frazier-Odom Park

The Council approved multiple zoning changes, including a request for 3430 Indian Hills Road SE and 112 Oxmore Flint Road SW. Additional actions included approving various municipal resolutions and appointing members to the Historic Preservation Commission and Architectural Review Board.

• Approved February 9, 2026 Council Work Session minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 16, 2026 Council Work Session minutes (5-0)
• Approved February 16, 2026 Council Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Set public hearing for 3418 Indian Hills Rd SE rezoning for April 6, 2026
• Approved rezoning of 3430 Indian Hills Road SE to Community Commercial (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 112 Oxmore Flint Road SW to Institutional District (3-2)
• Approved purchase of T880 and Roll Containers for Environmental Services (5-0)
• Approved Alabama Department of Conservation Grant for bike path (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council is holding a special called meeting primarily to set a public hearing on rezoning request 1444-26 for 1319 Pisgah Road SE to Residential Single-Family Estate (RS-E). No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Set public hearing for Ordinance No. 26-4638 to rezone 1319 Pisgah Road SE to RS-E

The council voted to set a public hearing for March 23, 2026 on a rezoning request for 1319 Pisgah Road SE to Residential Single-Family Estate (RS-E). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

• Set public hearing for Ordinance 26-4638 (rezoning 1319 Pisgah Road SE) on March 23, 2026

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold public hearings on abating unsafe conditions at three properties and pre-zoning a parcel at 2520 Point Mallard Drive. The Council will also vote on multiple resolutions, including funding a kayak launch, approving short-term rental software, and updating golf course rates. Other items include intersection improvements, fireworks display funding, and surplus vehicle disposal.

• Public hearing to authorize abatement of unsafe conditions at 1604 Cedar Street SW, 2260 Kooken Ave. SW, and 612 3rd Ave. SW (Res. 26-015, 26-016, 26-017)
• Public hearing and vote on pre-zoning for property at 2520 Point Mallard Drive (Ord. 26-4635)
• Resolution to approve $170,000 for a kayak launch at Point Mallard (Res. 26-042)
• Resolution to approve $28,500 contract with Deckard Technologies for short-term rental software (Res. 26-038)
• Resolution to approve $19,425 for Spirit of America fireworks display (Res. 26-036)

The council unanimously approved all 13 resolutions and 4 ordinances on the agenda, including a $28,500 contract with Deckard Technologies for short-term rental software, $170,000 for a kayak launch at Point Mallard, and professional services for intersection improvements on Beltline Road (Hwy 67). Three properties were authorized for unsafe condition abatement, and a pre-zoning was approved for 2520 Point Mallard Drive. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved $28,500 contract for Deckard Technologies short-term rental software (4-0)
• Approved $170,000 funding for kayak launch at Point Mallard (4-0)
• Approved professional services for Beltline Rd intersection improvements (4-0)
• Approved pre-zoning for property at 2520 Point Mallard Drive (4-0)
• Approved abatement of unsafe conditions at 1604 Cedar Street SW (4-0)
• Approved abatement of unsafe conditions at 2260 Kooken Ave. SW (4-0)
• Approved abatement of unsafe conditions at 612 3rd Ave. SW (4-0)
• Approved HVAC replacement at Public Safety Training Center (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council holds public hearings on several rezoning requests and a proposed ordinance to add short-term rental rules to the zoning code. The council will also consider resolutions for liquor licenses, retirement of K-9 Officer Bane, acceptance of River Road Estates Phase 3 plat, purchase of 2,016 garbage carts from Otto Environmental Services, replacement of tornado siren batteries, and council chamber flooring ($22,510.65) and seating ($6,375.70) replacements.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 26-4633A adding short-term rental regulations to the zoning ordinance
• Public hearing on rezoning 3430 Indian Hills Drive SE to Community Commercial (Ordinance 26-4636, set for March 2)
• Public hearing on rezoning 112 Oxmore Flint Road SW to Institutional District (Ordinance 26-4637, set for March 2)
• Resolution 26-030 approving $22,510.65 for council chambers flooring and $6,375.70 for replacement seating
• Resolution 26-028 to retire K-9 Officer Bane from the Decatur Police Department

The Decatur City Council approved an amended short-term rental ordinance (4-1) following a public hearing where residents raised concerns about enforcement and affordable housing. Several rezoning requests, liquor licenses, and administrative resolutions were also approved unanimously. The council set public hearings for two rezoning requests for March 2.

• Approved short-term rental ordinance, amended (4-1, Bullard opposed)
• Set public hearings for rezoning at 3430 Indian Hills Dr SE and 112 Oxmore Flint Rd SW (March 2)
• Approved six rezoning and pre-zoning requests at various locations (all 5-0)
• Approved liquor license for Responsible Partners DBA Mother's Italian Kitchen (5-0)
• Approved beer/wine license for SDA Legal DBA Webb's Busy Bee (5-0)
• Approved retirement of K-9 Officer Bane (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment for additional garbage carts from Otto Environmental (5-0)
• Authorized agreements for tornado siren battery replacement, council chamber flooring ($22,510.65), and replacement seating ($6,375.70) (all 5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will set public hearings for unsafe building abatements at three properties and a pre-zoning request, vote on a $125,435.90 change order for the Point Mallard Event Center, and consider accepting land for the Cook Museum parking deck. They will also vote on annexation of a Decatur Utility property and a downtown streetscape analysis.

• Resolution No. 26-022: Approve $125,435.90 change order for Point Mallard Event Center
• Resolution No. 26-025: Accept two parcels for parking deck as part of Cook Museum expansion
• Ordinance No. 26-4632: Annex Decatur Utility property at 2520 Point Mallard Drive SE
• Ordinance No. 26-4635: Pre-zoning for property at 2520 Point Mallard Drive (public hearing Feb 16)
• Resolution No. 26-024: Accept Downtown Streetscape Improvements Analysis by Barnett Planning + Architecture

The council approved one ordinance and several resolutions, including a utility annexation, land acquisitions for a museum parking deck, and a change order for an event center. Public hearings for property abatements and pre-zoning were scheduled for February 16. Approved weed abatement fees will be assessed on four residential properties. These actions update city infrastructure, manage property maintenance costs, and advance local development projects.

• Approved utility annexation at 2520 Point Mallard Drive SE (5-0)
• Approved $125,435.90 change order for Point Mallard Event Center (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of two land parcels for Cook Museum parking deck (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of Hollon Meadows Subdivision for public maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $348 weed abatement fees for four residential properties (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for February 16 on property abatements and pre-zoning (5-0)
• Approved December 2025 monthly bills (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 29 work session and January 5 meetings (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will set public hearings for seven zoning-related ordinances, including a new short-term rental zoning regulation, and vote on multiple resolutions. Key votes include a power purchase agreement between Decatur Utilities and Toyota Tsusho America, a construction manager contract for a youth services facility, and a host agreement for NAIA lacrosse championships. The council will also consider annexations, a website redesign contract, and intersection improvement designs.

• Set public hearing for Ordinance 26-4633 adding short-term rental regulations to zoning code (Feb 2, 2026)
• Resolution 26-002: Power Purchase Agreement between Decatur Utilities and Toyota Tsusho America, Inc.
• Resolution 26-012: Approve NAIA 2026-2028 Men's and Women's Lacrosse Championship Host Agreement
• Resolution 26-011: Construction Manager contract with FITE Building Company for Decatur Youth Services Facility
• Resolution 26-004: Intersection improvements along Beltline Rd (Hwy 67) with Pugh Wright McAnally

The City Council approved several resolutions regarding utility power purchases, website redesigns, and engineering contracts. Additionally, the council set public hearings for various zoning requests and approved several annexation requests.

• Approved December 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved restaurant retail liquor license for Kimmies Kitchen and Social House (5-0)
• Authorized power purchase agreement between Decatur Utilities and Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized website redesign and technical support contract with Revize Web Services (5-0)
• Approved intersection improvement proposal from Pugh Wright McAnally for Beltline Rd (5-0)
• Approved civil engineering design work for North Alabama STEM Center project (5-0)
• Approved change order #6 for Wilson Morgan Recreation Center (5-0)
• Approved construction manager contract with FITE Building Company for Decatur Youth Services Facility (4-0, 1 abstention)