Decatur public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Decatur City Council holds a special called meeting to conduct a public hearing on Resolution No. 24-310, which would approve a special retail liquor license (more than 30 days) for G & B Entertainment LLC, doing business as Banksy Event Venue at 719 Bank St. NE, Ste. B. No other business is on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 24-310: Special Retail Liquor License for G & B Entertainment LLC DBA Banksy Event Venue at 719 Bank St. NE, Ste. B

The Decatur City Council approved Resolution 24-310, granting a special retail liquor license (more than 30 days) to G & B Entertainment LLC for Banksy Event Venue at 719 Bank St. NE, Ste. B. The vote was 3-0, with two members absent. No public opposition was heard during the hearing.

• Approved Resolution 24-310 for special retail liquor license at Banksy Event Venue (3-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold public hearings on abating unsafe conditions at 25 Old Trinity Rd. NW and on adding build-to-rent regulations to the city code. The council will also vote on resolutions including streetlight installation near the Decatur Scottsboro Boys Civil Rights Museum for $5,194, HVAC replacement at the public library, and bids for sportsplex sod and fill dirt. A fireworks code amendment and purchase of a new fire rescue vehicle are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on abating unsafe conditions at 25 Old Trinity Rd. NW
• Ordinance to add build-to-rent regulations to city code
• Resolution to install streetlights near Scottsboro Boys Museum ($5,194)
• Award of bid for Bermuda sod at Sportsplex to Royal Turf Farms
• Ordinance amending fireworks regulations (Section 11-6)

The City Council approved a resolution to install streetlights near the Decatur Scottsboro Boys Civil Rights Museum for $5,194. They also approved a Build-To-Rent ordinance with a 3-1 vote, despite opposition from Council Member Billy Jackson. Several other resolutions for library HVAC, sportsplex sod, and a fire truck were approved.

• Approved $5,194 streetlights near Decatur Scottsboro Boys Civil Rights Museum (3-0)
• Approved Build-To-Rent regulations (3-1)
• Approved HVAC replacement at Decatur Public Library (4-0)
• Awarded bid for Bermuda sod at Sportsplex (3-1)
• Awarded bid for structural fill dirt at Sportsplex (3-1)
• Approved purchase of new Battalion 2 fire truck (4-0)
• Approved Municipal Court Annex Building Purchase Agreement (4-0)
• Approved amendment to fireworks ordinance (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider multiple resolutions, including a $485,200 expenditure for water treatment plant coatings, $440,000 for utility pole replacements, and a $135,899 gas meter station. Key items include approving a reconstruction agreement and funding for Church Street (US-31 to Somerville Road) and rate changes for Point Mallard Park and other recreation venues. A first reading of an ordinance to amend fireworks regulations is also on the agenda.

• Res 24-297/298: Church Street reconstruction agreement and funding between Alabama and Decatur (US-31/6th Ave to Somerville Rd)
• Res 24-289: MUB expenditure of $485,200 for WTP & WWTP coatings and structural rehabilitation
• Res 24-290: MUB expenditure of $440,000 to replace 46kV poles on Market Street near Rhodes Ferry Substation
• Res 24-299: Approval of rate changes for Point Mallard Park venues
• Ord 24-4600 (first reading): Amendment to Code of Decatur Section 11-6 regarding fireworks

The Council approved several Municipal Utilities Board (MUB) expenditures for water and power infrastructure and signed agreements with ALDOT for the reconstruction of Church Street. Proposed rate changes for Point Mallard and other Park and Recreation venues were tabled. Four board member re-appointments were also approved.

• Approved $485,200 MUB expenditure for WTP & WWTP coatings and structural rehabilitation (3-0)
• Approved $440,000 MUB expenditure for replacement of 46kV poles on Market Street (3-0)
• Approved $135,899 MUB expenditure for Nucor Towers Gas Meter Station (3-0)
• Approved ALDOT agreement and funding for reconstruction of Church Street (3-0)
• Approved bid award to Clean Harbors Environmental Services for hazardous materials collection (3-0)
• Tabled rate changes for Point Mallard Park Venues (3-0)
• Tabled rate changes for Park and Recreation Venues (3-0)
• Approved change to the definition of 'Lounge' in the Alcoholic Beverage Chapter (3-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed zoning ordinance rewrite and map, which was tabled from a previous meeting. Additionally, a new ordinance introducing Build-To-Rent regulations will be set for a future public hearing. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a one-time holiday pay increase and a wellness participation pay increase, along with weed abatement assessments and a bid award for office renovations.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 24-4594: Zoning Ordinance Rewrite and Zoning Map
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 24-4599: Build-To-Rent Regulations with public hearing set for Dec 16, 2024
• Public hearing on Pre-Zoning Request No. 1425-24 for 2612 Old Moulton Road SW
• Public hearing for off-premise beer and wine license for MK Stores Inc DBA First Stop Last Stop at 4702 Danville Rd, Hartselle
• Weed abatement assessments ranging from $293.50 to $464.72 against 10 properties

The Decatur City Council voted to table the comprehensive zoning ordinance rewrite until March 3, 2025, after residents urged delay until a Planning Director is hired. Council then introduced separate Build-to-Rent regulations and a family definition amendment, setting a December 16 public hearing. Other actions included approving a delayed demolition at 425 Vine St. NW, an off-premise beer/wine license, and numerous weed abatement assessments; two resolutions for office renovations failed unanimously.

• Tabled zoning rewrite to March 3, 2025 (5-0)
• Introduced separate Build-to-Rent regulations and family definition amendment (public hearing Dec 16)
• Approved abatement of unsafe conditions at 425 Vine St. NW with 30-day delay for possible sale (5-0)
• Approved off-premise beer & wine license for MK Stores DBA First Stop Last Stop at 4702 Danville Rd (5-0)
• Approved pre-zoning for 2612 Old Moulton Rd SW (5-0)
• Approved 10 weed abatement assessments (3-1 to 4-1; Councilman Jackson dissenting on all)
• Failed resolutions: Bid #24-036 for 7th floor office wall (0-5) and 7th floor renovations for court payment center (0-5)
• Approved one-time holiday pay increase and one-time wellness pay increase (both 5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a public hearing on a major rewrite of the city's zoning ordinance and zoning map (Ordinance No. 24-4594). The council will also consider resolutions including suspension of a business license for tax delinquencies, awarding a bid for office renovations, purchasing a property, and approving recycling cart contracts. Additionally, an annexation ordinance for 5.06 acres at 2612 Old Moulton Road will be considered, along with appointments to boards.

• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Rewrite and Zoning Map (Ordinance No. 24-4594)
• Resolution No. 24-244: Final suspension/revocation of business license for Tio Juan Mexican Grill due to tax delinquencies
• Resolution No. 24-261: Authorize purchase of 523 11th Ave NW from the State of Alabama
• Resolutions No. 24-262/263/264: Recycling Partnership grant amendment, purchase of recycling carts from Toter LLC, and agreement with ContainerPros for cart delivery
• Ordinance No. 24-4596: Annexation of 5.06 acres at 2612 Old Moulton Road

The Council approved a nationwide search for a new Planning Director and passed multiple resolutions regarding grants, property purchases, and recycling. Several items, including a business license suspension and building bids, were tabled for future consideration.

• Approved zoning ordinance amendments for consideration on 11/18 (3-0)
• Tabled Tio Juan Mexican Grill business license suspension for six months (3-1)
• Tabled North Alabama Glass bid for 7th floor office wall (3-1)
• Tabled 7th Floor Renovations for Court Payment Center (3-1)
• Approved amendment to Professional Services Agreement for Recreation Center (3-1)
• Approved 2024-25 Family Matters Grant (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to purchase 523 11th Ave NW (4-0)
• Approved recycling partnership grant amendment (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 21, 2024, including reorganization (electing president and pro-tempore), setting a public hearing for pre-zoning at 2612 Old Moulton Road, and a public hearing for rezoning at 410 Railroad Street. The council will vote on resolutions approving a $5 million revolving line of credit, authorizing grants, awarding bids for Point Mallard indoor tennis and pickleball facilities, and suspending a business license for tax delinquencies. Board appointments and weed abatement assessments are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance No. 24-4593 authorizing $5,000,000 revolving line of credit
• Public hearing for rezoning 1426-24 at 410 Railroad Street
• Resolution No. 24-244 to suspend business license for Tio Juan Mexican Grill at 1318 6th Avenue SE due to tax delinquencies
• Resolution No. 24-250 approving additional funding for Point Mallard indoor pickleball and tennis facilities
• Resolution No. 24-243 preliminary approval of MUB FY25 expenditures expected to exceed $100,000

The City Council approved a $5 million revolving line of credit and several infrastructure contracts, including bridge repairs and road improvements. The council also approved a rezoning request for 410 Railroad Street and various weed abatement assessments. Several items, including a business license revocation and office renovations, were tabled.

• Approved $5,000,000 revolving line of credit (3-0)
• Approved rezoning for 410 Railroad Street (3-0)
• Approved Washington Street Bridge repair by Riley Bridge Co, Inc (3-0)
• Approved ALDOT right-of-way and maintenance agreements for 6th Avenue project (3-0)
• Approved 9 weed abatement assessments ranging from $348.00 to $365.00 (3-0)
• Approved preliminary FY25 MUB expenditures exceeding $100,000 (3-0)
• Tabled business license revocation for Tio Juan Mexican Grill to Nov 4 (3-0)
• Re-appointed Susan Bedsole and Laura Graham to Animal Services Board (3-0)

City Council

This regular meeting includes setting a public hearing for a comprehensive zoning ordinance rewrite and map for November 4. The council also considers resolutions to redirect ARPA funds from Pine Park to Parkway Park, approve a $5 million line of credit, and other contracts and projects. Public hearings are scheduled for an unsafe property at 2913 Leighsdale Ave SW and a liquor license for Marlin's Bar & Grill.

• Set public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Rewrite (Ord. 24-4594) on November 4, 2024
• Redirect ARPA funding from Pine Park to Parkway Park (Res. 24-227)
• Authorize $5,000,000 revolving line of credit pending MUB approval (Ord. 24-4593)
• Public hearing on abatement of unsafe conditions at 2913 Leighsdale Ave SW (Res. 24-152)
• Public hearing on restaurant retail liquor license for Marlin's Bar & Grill at 2148 Beltline Rd SW (Res. 24-226)

The Council scheduled a public hearing for November 4 to discuss a zoning ordinance rewrite and map. Members approved several resolutions including a liquor license for Marlin’s Bar & Grill and the redirection of ARPA funding to Parkway Park. The Council also authorized the sale of 720 Sykes St. NW.

• Set public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Rewrite and Map for Nov 4, 2024
• Approved abatement of unsafe conditions at 2913 Leighsdale Ave. SW (3-0)
• Approved Restaurant Retail Liquor license for Marlin’s Bar & Grill (3-0)
• Approved redirecting ARPA funding from Pine Park to Parkway Park (3-0)
• Approved FY2025 Community Service and Economic Development Contracts (3-0) and six separate contracts (2-1)
• Approved Bagby Elevator Project Jail/Lobby (3-0)
• Approved Flint Tennis Court Demo & Disposal (3-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 720 Sykes St. NW (3-0)

City Council

This special called meeting will consider several resolutions and the first reading of the FY2025 General Fund Budget ordinance. The council will vote on allowing use of City Hall grounds for the River Clay Festival and approving additional hours for Green Technology and Research.

• Ordinance No. 24-4591: First reading to adopt FY2025 General Fund Budget
• Resolution No. 24-224: Approval of City Hall grounds for River Clay Festival
• Resolution No. 24-225: Approval of additional hours of work by Green Technology and Research

The City Council approved the FY2025 General Fund Budget and authorized additional work hours for Green Technology and Research. The council also approved the use of City Hall grounds for the River Clay Festival.

• Approved FY2025 General Fund Budget (4-1)
• Approved additional work hours for Green Technology and Research (4-1)
• Approved use of City Hall grounds for River Clay Festival (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hear a FY2025 budget presentation, set a public hearing for a rezoning at 410 Railroad Street, and hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and an off-premise beer/wine license. The council will also vote on weed abatement assessments, a business license revocation for Tio Juan Mexican Grill, a dispatch contract with Morgan County E-911, administrative fee increases for weed abatements, several bid awards, a Carrie Matthews study contract, a DHR lease extension, a build-to-rent moratorium extension, additional funds for pickleball/tennis facilities, and acceptance of a federal grant. A first reading will establish electronic vote counting devices.

• Set public hearing for rezoning 1426-24 at 410 Railroad Street (October 21, 2024)
• Public hearings on rezoning 1424-24 (23366 Bibb Garrett Road) and 1422-24 (211 W. Moulton Street)
• Conditional suspension/revocation of Tio Juan Mexican Grill business license (1318 6th Ave SE) for tax delinquencies
• Extend build-to-rent building permit moratorium (Resolution 24-221)
• Accept Reconnection Community Grant from Federal Highway Administration (Resolution 24-223)

Council approved two rezoning requests (23366 Bibb Garrett Road and 211 W. Moulton Street) and an off-premise beer/wine license for Springmart Inc. It also approved a conditional suspension of Tio Juan Mexican Grill's business license due to multiple tax delinquencies, and assessed weed abatement costs against 12 properties (4-1 each). The FY2025 budget was presented but not voted on; a work session and special meeting were scheduled.

• Approved rezoning at 23366 Bibb Garrett Road (5-0)
• Approved rezoning at 211 W. Moulton Street (5-0)
• Approved off-premise beer/wine license for Springmart Inc at 3704 Spring Ave SW (5-0)
• Approved conditional suspension of Tio Juan Mexican Grill's business license for tax delinquency (5-0)
• Approved 12 weed abatement assessments at $293.50 each (4-1 votes, Jackson against)
• Approved capital purchase of two John Deere mowers for Beautification (5-0)
• Approved dispatch contract with Morgan County E-911 for 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Accepted Air Products donation for Decatur Fire/Rescue (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council regular meeting includes public hearings on abating unsafe conditions at two properties, multiple liquor license requests, and various resolutions on bids, donations, permits, and property maintenance acceptances. The council will vote on resolutions including a T-Mobile tower modification, a police donation, and a $5,000 sponsorship for Dia de los Muertos.

• Public hearing on abating unsafe conditions at 718 Cashin St. NW (Resolution 24-151)
• Public hearing on abating unsafe conditions at 2913 Leighsdale Ave. SW (Resolution 24-152)
• Special event liquor license for River Clay Fine Arts Festival at 207 Church St. NE and 402 Lee St. NE (Resolution 24-179)
• Special use permit for T-Mobile to modify equipment at 2524 Point Mallard Drive (Resolution 24-181)
• Acceptance of Air Products donation to Police Department (Resolution 24-182)

The City Council approved four liquor licenses, awarded weed abatement and mosquito control contracts, and accepted a street vacation request. A resolution to abate unsafe conditions at 2913 Leighsdale Ave. SW was tabled.

• Approved abatement of unsafe conditions at 718 Cashin St. NW (4-0)
• Tabled abatement of unsafe conditions at 2913 Leighsdale Ave. SW to Oct. 7 (4-0)
• Approved Special Event Retail Liquor License for River Clay Fine Arts Festival (4-0)
• Approved Restaurant Retail Liquor License for Kimmies, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for T-Mobile equipment modification (4-0)
• Awarded Bid #24-025 to L&L Outdoor Services for Weed Abatement (4-0)
• Awarded Bid #24-026 to Target Specialty Products for Mosquito Chemicals (4-0)
• Approved street vacation for Decatur Projects, LLC (3-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The Decatur City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider two resolutions. One would adopt the annual transportation plan for Rebuild Alabama Act funds. The other would award a janitorial services contract to The Way Cleaning following a bid process. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Resolution 24-194: Adopt the FY25 Annual Transportation Plan for Rebuild Alabama Act funds
• Resolution 24-195: Award bid #24-020 for janitorial services to The Way Cleaning

The City Council approved two resolutions during a special called meeting on August 26, 2024. Resolution 24-194 adopted the annual transportation plan for Rebuild Alabama Act funds. Resolution 24-195 awarded the janitorial services bid to The Way Cleaning after the original bidder was unable to accept the contract. Both motions passed unanimously 4-0.

• Approved Resolution 24-194: Adopt annual transportation plan for Rebuild Alabama Act funds (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-195: Award janitorial services bid to The Way Cleaning (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider setting public hearings for two rezoning requests: one at 23366 Bibb Garrett Road and another at 211 W. Moulton Street. The council will also hold a public hearing on abating unsafe conditions at 425 Vine St. NW and vote on multiple weed abatement assessments of $293.50 each. Several resolutions are proposed, including a budget amendment for garbage carts, an agreement for AARPA funding with the Mental Health Center, and bids for janitorial services and LED field lighting at Sportsplex.

• Set public hearing for rezoning at 23366 Bibb Garrett Road (Ordinance 24-4587)
• Set public hearing for rezoning at 211 W. Moulton Street (Ordinance 24-4588)
• Public hearing on abatement of unsafe conditions at 425 Vine St. NW (tabled from previous meeting)
• Six weed abatement assessments of $293.50 each against specific properties
• Approve bid for LED field lighting installation at Sportsplex to Hogan's Mechanical Services LLC

The City Council approved monthly bills, a budget amendment for garbage carts, and a public easement agreement with DHARTI LLC. They also set public hearings for two rezoning requests and tabled a resolution regarding unsafe building conditions. Several service contracts and lighting projects were authorized.

• Approved July 2024 monthly bills (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment for garbage carts (5-0)
• Set public hearing for rezoning at 23366 Bibb Garrett Road (Sept 16)
• Set public hearing for rezoning at 211 W. Moulton Street (Sept 16)
• Tabled resolution for unsafe building abatement at 425 Vine St. NW (4-1)
• Awarded Bid #24-020 for Janitorial Services (5-0)
• Awarded Bid #24-023 for LED field lighting at Sportsplex (4-1)
• Approved City of Decatur and DHARTI LLC public easement agreement (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider multiple resolutions including awarding bids for grave services and sand, replacing an HVAC unit at Aquadome Gym, authorizing agreements for a Reconnecting Community Grant with ALDOT and engineering firm AECOM, and upgrading street lighting to LED with Decatur Utilities. Also on the agenda are setting public hearings for unsafe building abatements, a penalty appeal for Decatur Morgan EMS, a special use permit for an AT&T telecommunications tower, and board appointments.

• Resolution 24-159/160: Authorize agreements with ALDOT and AECOM for Reconnecting Community Grant engineering.
• Resolution 24-161: Upgrade street lighting to LED via agreement with Decatur Utilities.
• Resolution 24-154: Special use permit extension for AT&T telecommunication tower at Runnymead Avenue SW.
• Resolution 24-158: Replace HVAC unit at Aquadome Gym.
• Public hearings on abatement of unsafe conditions at 718 Cashin St. NW, 2913 Leighsdale Ave. SW, and 425 Vine St. NW.

The council approved resolutions authorizing the mayor to sign an ALDOT Reconnecting Community Grant agreement and select AECOM for preliminary engineering, both unanimously. The council also approved a special use permit for an AT&T wireless tower, multiple contracts for services and equipment, and two board appointments. A public hearing on unsafe conditions at 425 Vine St. NW was tabled again to August 19. The Decatur Morgan EMS penalty appeal was upheld with a 2-1 vote after the hospital requested modification.

• Approved AT&T wireless tower special use permit at Runnymead Ave SW (4-0)
• Approved Decatur Morgan EMS penalty appeal, $5,000 fine removed but points retained (2-1)
• Approved ALDOT Reconnecting Community Grant agreement and AECOM engineering (4-0 each)
• Approved DU LED street lighting upgrade agreement (4-0)
• Approved grave opening/closing contract to Osborne Grave Service (4-0)
• Approved HVAC replacement at Aquadome Gym (4-0)
• Tabled abatement public hearing at 425 Vine St. NW to August 19 (4-0)
• Appointed Erika Huber to Board of Zoning Adjustment and Jennifer Geiger to Library Board (both 4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider approving minutes, monthly bills, and six weed abatement assessments of $293.50 each. They will also vote on resolutions including accepting an appropriation from the Alabama Historic Commission for the Old Bank, donating and receiving fire equipment from Caddo-Midway Volunteer Fire Department, and partially closing Mallard Fox Drive NW for Nucor.

• Weed abatement assessments at 301 4th Ave. NW, 504 10th Ave. NW, 1411 8th St. SE, 1405 15th Ave. SE, 1208 20th Ave. SE, and 2940 Lynnwood Cir. SW at $293.50 each
• Resolution 24-147: Accept appropriation from Alabama Historic Commission for the Old Bank
• Resolution 24-148: Declare surplus and donate SCBA bottles to Caddo-Midway Volunteer Fire Department
• Resolution 24-149: Accept donation of Scott air packs from Caddo-Midway Volunteer Fire Department
• Resolution 24-150: Approve partial closure of Mallard Fox Drive NW

The City Council approved monthly bills, assessed nuisance costs against six properties, and accepted appropriations and donations for the Old Bank and fire department equipment. The council also approved a partial road closure on Mallard Fox Drive NW.

• Approved June 2024 monthly bills (4-1)
• Approved weed abatement assessments for six properties (4-1 each)
• Accepted appropriation from Alabama Historic Commission for Old Bank (5-0)
• Approved donation of SCBA bottles to Caddo-Midway Volunteer Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved donation of Scott air packs to Decatur Fire Rescue (5-0)
• Approved partial closure of Mallard Fox Drive NW (5-0)
• Approved minutes from previous meetings (5-0 or 4-0)
• Set next work session for July 29, 2024 at 5:00pm

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hear a presentation on the Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama construction, hold public hearings on an unsafe property abatement at 425 Vine St NW and an off-premise beer/wine license for Lakou Lakay Caribbean Market, and vote on several resolutions including accepting additional MPO funding for the SR20/US31 roadway lighting rehabilitation project and awarding a contract to Shoals Electric for the work. Other resolutions cover the 2024-2025 HUD Action Plan, a grant for two transit vans, an Adopt-A-Park program, a sewer extension agreement for the M&J expansion project, a fire apparatus change order, and a master services agreement with Green Research and Technology LLC. An appointment to the Decatur Downtown Redevelopment Authority is also scheduled.

• Public hearing on Resolution 24-095 to abate unsafe conditions at 425 Vine St. NW
• Public hearing on Resolution 24-132 for off-premise beer/wine license at Lakou Lakay Caribbean Market, 1000 Beltline Rd SW
• Resolution 24-133: Accept additional MPO funding for SR20/US31 roadway lighting rehabilitation project
• Resolution 24-134: Approve 2024-2025 HUD Action Plan
• Resolution 24-137: Approve sewer extension agreement with Decatur Utilities for M&J expansion project

The City Council approved multiple resolutions including roadway lighting rehabilitation, a HUD action plan, and a master services agreement for a police department review. They also approved a beer and wine license and adopted a parks program.

• Approved abatement of unsafe conditions at 425 Vine St. NW (tabled for 30 days)
• Approved Off Premise Beer & Wine License for Lakou Lakay Caribbean Market
• Approved additional MPO funding for SR 20/US 31 Roadway Lighting Rehabilitation
• Authorized Mayor to execute agreement with Shoals Electric Company for SR-20 lighting
• Approved 2024-2025 HUD Action Plan
• Accepted 5310 Grant from Alabama Department of Transportation for 2 Transit Vans
• Approved Adopt-A-Park Program
• Approved agreement with Decatur Utilities for sewer extension for M&J expansion

City Council

The Decatur City Council holds a special called meeting to consider Resolution 24-138, which would award Bid 23-023 to Spur Employment, Inc. for temporary services as the lowest responsible bidder. No other business is scheduled.

• Resolution 24-138: Award Bid 23-023 to Spur Employment, Inc. for temporary services (lowest responsible bidder)

The City Council approved Resolution 24-138 awarding Bid 23-023 for temporary services to Spur Employment, Inc. as the lowest responsible bidder. The vote was 4-0 in favor. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 24-138 awarding temporary services bid to Spur Employment, Inc. (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a public hearing for an off-premise beer and wine license at Circle K Store 2709305, consider 14 weed abatement assessments at $293.50 each, and vote on several resolutions including a design agreement for landfill interceptor lines, bid awards, a budget adjustment for Sportsplex funded by ARPA, and HVAC and boiler replacements at city buildings. Routine approvals include minutes and monthly bills.

• Public hearing on off-premise beer/wine license for Circle K at 1126 6th Ave SE (Resolution 24-109)
• 14 weed abatement assessments of $293.50 each against properties across Decatur (Resolutions 24-110 to 24-123)
• Design agreement with Pugh Wright McAnally for groundwater interceptor lines at landfill (Resolution 24-125)
• Award bid #24-017R to FastLap, LLC/McClary Tire for automotive maintenance and repair
• Approve budget adjustment for Sportsplex and changes to project funding sources including ARPA funds (Resolution 24-129)

The City Council approved monthly bills, a Circle K beer and wine license, and 13 weed abatement assessments. They also approved a donation to the Fire Rescue Coalition, agreements for landfill design, and the purchase of golf carts and fencing. Additionally, the council approved boiler replacements at City Hall and HVAC units at the Turner Surles Community Center.

• Approved May 2024 bills (2-1)
• Approved Off Premise Beer & Wine license for Circle K (3-0)
• Assessed $293.50 for weed abatement at 13 properties (2-1 each)
• Accepted donation from Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Pugh Wright McAnally for landfill design (3-0)
• Awarded Bid #24-017R to FastLap, LLC/McClary Tire (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 3 EZGO golf carts for Hospitality Association ($27,059) (3-0)
• Awarded Bid #24-019 to Burcor Fencing for Sportsplex (2-1)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider a $119,905,329 expenditure for a new wastewater treatment plant influent pump station, headworks, and Moulton Street collector. Public hearings are set for a special event liquor license for Diner en Blanc at JW Steakhouse and off-premise beer/wine permits for Circle K and Murphy USA. Other actions include demolition cost assessments, recycling grants, a historic cemetery chapel restoration contract, and a street name change from Acrilane SE to Sandhill Lane SE.

• $119,905,329 for new WWTP influent pump station, headworks, and Moulton Street collector
• Demolition cost assessments: $18,080 at 609 3rd Ave SW and $17,126 at 1616 Danville Rd SW
• Two Recycling Partnership grants for recycling carts and facility upgrades
• Special event retail liquor license for Diner en Blanc (JW Steakhouse) on June 8
• Street name change from Acrilane SE to Sandhill Lane SE

The City Council approved several liquor licenses, demolition cost assessments, and elevator upgrades. They also set a public hearing for a property abatement and authorized a historic cemetery restoration project.

• Approved Special Event Retail Liquor license for JW Steakhouse (5-0)
• Approved Off Premise Beer & Wine for Circle K (5-0)
• Approved Off Premise Beer & Wine for Murphy USA (5-0)
• Assessed $18,080 demolition cost at 609 3rd Ave. SW (5-0)
• Assessed $17,126 demolition cost at 1616 Danville Rd. SW (5-0)
• Awarded Bid #24-015 to Bagby Elevator Co. for jail upgrades (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to accept EECBG grant for LED fixtures (5-0)
• Approved MUB expenditure for new WWTP construction ($119,905,329) (4-1)

City Council

The Decatur City Council approved a liquor license for a restaurant and a new HVAC unit for the Traffic Signs & Maintenance Department. Two proposed lease agreements were removed from the agenda during the meeting.

• Approve Restaurant Retail Liquor License for JAMSEC LLC DBA The Game at 209C 2nd Ave.
• Approve New HVAC unit for the Traffic Signs & Maintenance Dept.
• Approve agreement with Invoice Cloud as credit card service with City View Software
• Resolution No. 24-091 and 24-092 lease agreements removed from agenda
• Waiver of notice signed by all council members in attendance

The City Council approved a liquor license for a local restaurant and a new HVAC unit for the Traffic Signs & Maintenance Department. Two lease agreements were removed from the agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Restaurant Retail Liquor License for JAMSEC LLC (3-0)
• Approved New HVAC unit for Traffic Signs & Maintenance Dept (3-0)
• Approved credit card service agreement with Invoice Cloud (3-0)
• Lease agreement with Elizabeth W and Bingham Edwards removed
• Sublease with Greenpoint Ag for parking lot removed

City Council

This meeting was originally scheduled for May 20, 2024, but did not occur due to lack of a quorum. It has been rescheduled to May 21, 2024, at the same times and location. The agenda contains no substantive items; it is purely procedural.

• City Council Work Session and Regular Meeting rescheduled from May 20 to May 21, 2024

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for 4.9 acres at 222 & 223 Beltline Road NW to M-1 Light Industry and a special event liquor license for the Decatur Morgan County CVB Tourism Bash. They will consider resolutions including midyear budget adjustments, a fire training tower inspection agreement, design services for Old Bank renovations, and multiple agreements with DDRA. A first reading will be held for a street name change from Acrilane SE to Sandhill Lane SE.

• Rezoning 4.9 acres at 222 & 223 Beltline Road NW to M-1 Light Industry (Ordinance 24-4584)
• FY 2024 Midyear Funding Adjustments (Resolution 24-081)
• Agreement with Lord, Aeck and Sargent for Old Bank Renovations design (Resolution 24-083)
• Street name change from Acrilane SE to Sandhill Lane SE (Ordinance 24-4586)
• Purchase of articulated truck for the Landfill (Resolution 24-090)

The City Council voted 4-1 to approve FY2024 midyear funding adjustments, with Councilman Jackson opposed. Other actions included unanimous approval of rezoning 4.9 acres to light industry, a fire training tower inspection agreement, and design services for old bank renovations. Council also discussed an economic development project with Green Point Ag but took no vote, deferring to a special meeting.

• Approved FY24 midyear budget adjustments (4-1)
• Approved rezoning 4.9 acres at 222 & 223 Beltline Road NW to M-1 Light Industry (5-0)
• Approved special event retail liquor license for JW Steakhouse (5-0)
• Approved fire training tower inspection agreement (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Lord, Aeck and Sargent for Old Bank renovation design (5-0)
• Awarded bid #24-018 to Superior Irrigation for softball field irrigation supplies (5-0)
• Approved agreement with DDRA for artists alley (Sonny Side) usage (5-0)
• Approved purchase of articulated truck for the landfill (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning text amendment and consider several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include accepting an insurance donation for fire blankets, awarding bids for bulk aggregates and drainage supplies, and approving the annual ad valorem tax levy for fiscal year 2025. The council will also vote on a repossession ordinance amendment, a street name change, and the sale of surplus property.

• Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment 249-24
• Resolution accepting Alfa Insurance donation of fire blankets for Decatur Fire/Rescue
• Award bid #24-011 to Vulcan Construction Materials for bulk aggregates
• Ordinance to declare surplus and sell 111 4th Ave NW to BREBA Renovation LLC
• Annual ad valorem tax levy for FY25

The City Council approved the FY25 tax levy, a street name change to Clear Creek Dr. SW, and an ordinance on vehicle repossession. They also approved accepting a donation for fire blankets and awarding construction contracts.

• Approved FY25 Ad Valorem Tax Levy (5-0)
• Approved Street Name Change to Clear Creek Dr. SW (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Code of Decatur for vehicle repossession (4-1)
• Approved accepting Alfa Insurance donation for fire blankets (5-0)
• Approved funding correction for Animal Services Truck Box (5-0)
• Awarded Bid #24-011 to Vulcan Construction Materials (5-0)
• Awarded Bid #24-012 to ADCO Pipe & Supply (5-0)
• Declared surplus of Landfill Department equipment (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider several routine approvals and resolutions, including setting a public hearing for a rezoning of 4.9 acres to light industrial at 222 & 223 Beltline Road NW. The council will also vote on a Tennessee River bridge feasibility study, award a cemetery mowing contract, and discuss road improvements on Red Hat and Mallard Fox Roads.

• Set public hearing for Ordinance 24-4584 to rezone 4.9 acres at 222 & 223 Beltline Road NW to M-1 Light Industry
• Approve Resolution 24-068 for a Tennessee River Bridge Feasibility Study
• Award bid #24-009 for city cemetery mowing to Thrive Outdoor, Inc.
• Approve funding allocation for road improvements on Red Hat Road and Mallard Fox Road
• Approve additional items for parking deck completion and alley improvements

The Council approved a bridge feasibility study (4-1), awarded a cemetery mowing contract (4-1), and approved additional funding for parking deck completion (3-1). Several special-event liquor licenses, two vacation requests, road improvements, and a voting precinct relocation were unanimously approved. A public hearing was set for a rezoning request on Beltline Road, and first readings were held for a towing ordinance amendment and a street name change.

• Approved Tennessee River bridge feasibility study (4-1)
• Awarded cemetery mowing contract to Thrive Outdoor, Inc. (4-1)
• Approved additional items for parking deck completion and alley improvements (3-1, 1 abstain)
• Approved road improvements on Red Hat Road and Mallard Fox Road (5-0)
• Approved relocating voting precinct 3-11 to Carrie Matthews Recreation Center (5-0)
• Approved vacation requests 549-23 and 550-24 (5-0 each)
• Approved special-event liquor licenses for Dragon Boat Race, Tourism Bash, Strolling at ACA, and Kentucky Derby Drawdown (all 5-0)
• Set public hearing for May 20, 2024 on rezoning request 1422-24 (4.9 acres to M-1 Light-Industry at 222 & 223 Beltline Road NW)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for Habitat for Humanity in Moulton Heights. They will also consider resolutions on a Verizon special use permit extension, a road right-of-way acquisition for Upper River Road/Hwy 67, and various purchases including an emergency gas kit for Fire/Rescue and records request software. A first reading of a zoning text amendment is scheduled.

• Public hearing on Rezoning Request 1421-24 for Habitat for Humanity at Moulton Heights (Ordinance 24-4579)
• Public hearing on Restaurant Retail Liquor license for Serranos LLC at 1401 Carridale SW, Suite B
• Resolution 24-055: Special Use Permit extension for Verizon Wireless to modify equipment at 1406 Chadwell Street
• Resolution 24-057: Approve Upper River Road/Hwy 67 right-of-way acquisition
• Resolution 24-059: Approve purchase of a new Vehicle Bed for Animal Services

The City Council approved a rezoning request for Habitat for Humanity and granted two liquor licenses. The board also authorized several equipment purchases for fire and animal services and approved a right-of-way acquisition for Upper River Road/Hwy 67.

• Approved Rezoning Request 1421-24 for Habitat for Humanity (3-2)
• Approved Restaurant Retail Liquor license for Serranos LLC (5-0)
• Approved Non-Profit Special Event Liquor License for Junior League of Morgan County (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit Extension for Verizon Wireless at 1406 Chadwell Street (4-1)
• Approved purchase of emergency response pressurized gas kit for Fire/Rescue (5-0)
• Approved Upper River Road/Hwy 67 ROW Acquisition (5-0)
• Approved purchase of new Vehicle Bed for Animal Services (5-0)
• Approved purchase of JustFOIA records request software for City Clerk's Office (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will vote on an ordinance amending the city code on motor vehicle repossession. They will also consider several resolutions, including special use permit extensions for Verizon Wireless at two locations, a $2,438.94 purchase of WiFi equipment for the hospitality association, and acquisition of easements on Upper River Road-Indian Hills Road. Additionally, the council will approve appointments to the Architectural Review Board and Historic Preservation Commission.

• Resolution 24-048: Special use permit extension for Verizon at 409 Bradley Street SW
• Resolution 24-049: Special use permit extension for Verizon at 2524 Point Mallard Drive SE
• Resolution 24-050: Purchase of two FortiWiFi-40F-3G4G boxes for $2,438.94 for Decatur Morgan County Hospitality Association
• Resolution 24-051: Easement/right-of-way acquisitions on Upper River Road-Indian Hills Road
• Ordinance 24-4580: Amendment to Code Section 24.5 for Repossession of Motor Vehicles

The City Council approved two special use permit extensions for Verizon Wireless and the purchase of easements for Upper River Road-Indian Hills Road. The council also appointed members to the Architectural Review Board and Historic Preservation Commission. A proposed ordinance regarding motor vehicle repossession was tabled.

• Approved February 2024 Monthly Bills (5-0)
• Approved Check Number 12402 (4-1)
• Approved Check Number 12618 (4-1)
• Approved Verizon Wireless permit extension at 409 Bradley Street SW (5-0)
• Approved Verizon Wireless permit extension at 2524 Point Mallard Drive SE (5-0)
• Approved $2,438.94 for two FortiWiFi hardware boxes for Hospitality Association (5-0)
• Approved Upper River Road-Indian Hills Road easement acquisitions (4-1)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 24-4580 regarding Repossession of Motor Vehicles (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold public hearings on unsafe building abatements at 1616 Danville Rd. SW and 609 3rd Ave. SW, and a rezoning request for 1306 Somerville Rd. SE. Resolutions include a moratorium extension on build-to-rent regulations, appropriation for a Safe Haven Baby Box, vehicle purchases, and historical grant applications.

• Public hearing on abatement of unsafe conditions at 1616 Danville Rd. SW (Resolution 24-019)
• Public hearing on rezoning request 1419-23 for 1306 Somerville Rd. SE (Ordinance 24-4576)
• Resolution 24-046: Extend moratorium on build-to-rent regulations and related building permits
• Resolution 24-047: Approve appropriation for Safe Haven Baby Box program
• Resolutions 24-044/24-045: Apply for Alabama Historical Commission grants for 2nd Ave Historic District expansion and Carnegie Library assessment

The Council approved a rezoning request for 1306 Somerville Rd SE and authorized the purchase of vehicles for various departments. They also awarded a right-of-way maintenance contract to Thrive Outdoor and extended a moratorium on build-to-rent regulations. Multiple resolutions for surplus equipment and historical grants were passed.

• Approved rezoning request 1419-23 for 1306 Somerville Rd SE (5-0)
• Approved abatement of unsafe conditions at 1616 Danville Rd. SW (5-0) and 609 3rd Ave. SW (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for T-Mobile tower modification at 2611 B Hwy 31 South (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of vehicles for various departments (5-0)
• Awarded Right of Way Maintenance bid #24-004 to Thrive Outdoor (4-1)
• Approved moratorium extension for study of Build-to-Rent Regulations (5-0)
• Approved appropriation for Safe Haven Baby Box program (5-0)
• Approved surplus of equipment for Environmental Services, Landfill, and Annex Building (4-1 for Annex)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 24-4575, which would approve zoning for Acrilane SE. They will also consider resolutions for a managed IT services contract, wireless equipment modifications at 201 Vine Street, a Firehouse Subs grant, a sewer extension, and an HVAC installation at Point Mallard Campground. A first-reading ordinance would surplus and convey two city-owned properties. Board appointments and a weed abatement assessment are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Ordinance No. 24-4575 to approve zoning for Acrilane SE
• Resolution No. 24-005: Approve contract with Lightwire Solutions for managed IT services for Parks and Recreation and Point Mallard
• Resolution Nos. 24-028 and 24-029: Special use permits for Verizon Wireless and AT&T Wireless to modify equipment on tower at 201 Vine Street
• Resolution No. 24-032: Approve $17,625 expenditure for HVAC installation at Point Mallard Campground
• Ordinance No. 24-4576B (first reading): Declare surplus and convey 401 11th Ave SW and 311 5th Ave NW

The City Council approved monthly bills, work session and council meeting minutes, and a zoning request for Acrilane SE. The body also approved a managed IT services contract for Parks and Recreation, special use permits for Verizon and AT&T, and various other resolutions.

• Approved January 2024 Monthly Bills (5-0)
• Approved January 29, Feb 5 work sessions and meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Zoning for Acrilane SE (5-0)
• Assessed $578.00 against Wooded Lot North of Avalon Ave. SE for weed abatement (4-1)
• Approved Managed IT Services contract from Lightwire Solutions (4-1)
• Approved Special Use Permits for Verizon and AT&T at 201 Vine Street (5-0)
• Authorized Decatur Fire/Rescue to accept Firehouse Subs grant (5-0)
• Appointed Jeremy Goforth to Board of Zoning Adjustment (4-1)

City Council

This is a special called City Council meeting for February 13, 2024. The agenda includes a single business item: development projects, to be discussed in executive session. No specific projects, votes, or dollar amounts are listed. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2024.

• Executive session on development projects (no details provided)
• Next regular council meeting: February 19, 2024 at 10:00am
• Next work session: February 26, 2024 at 5:00pm

The Decatur City Council held a special called meeting and voted unanimously to go into executive session to discuss legal matters related to pending litigation. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the session.

• Approved entering executive session to discuss litigation (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider resolutions including a $10,998,525 expenditure for Wastewater Lift Station 7 Replacement and set public hearings for property abatement at 1616 Danville Rd SW and 609 3rd Ave SW, as well as a rezoning request for 1306 Somerville Rd SE. The council will also conduct first reading of an updated Flood Plain Development Policy and vote on a parade ordinance revision.

• Resolution 24-021: Approve $10,998,525 for Wastewater Lift Station 7 Replacement
• Set public hearings for abatement of unsafe conditions at 1616 Danville Rd SW and 609 3rd Ave SW
• Set public hearing for rezoning request at 1306 Somerville Rd SE (Ordinance 24-4576)
• First reading of Ordinance 24-4577 updating Flood Plain Development Policy
• Ordinance 24-4574A: Approve Parade Ordinance Revision

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a major wastewater lift station replacement and road signal modifications. They also adopted an updated Flood Plain Development Policy and revised the Parade Ordinance. Public hearings were scheduled for March 4 regarding property abatements and a rezoning request.

• Approved $10,998,525 for Wastewater Lift Station 7 Replacement (5-0)
• Approved Decatur Morgan County Hospitality Association website redesign (5-0)
• Approved Impact7G historic survey of Austinville (5-0)
• Approved ALDOT maintenance agreement for Cedar Lake Road rail crossing (5-0)
• Approved Skipper Consulting, Inc. signal modification on Modaus Road (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment for Rivertree third party auditing services (5-0)
• Approved updated Flood Plain Development Policy (5-0)
• Adopted revised Parade Ordinance (5-0)

City Council

The council will set a February 19 public hearing for a zoning ordinance for Acrilane SE, approve December 2023 monthly bills, and consider several resolutions including a contract for managed IT services, purchase of two properties from the state, and a marketing agreement. They will also hold first reading of a parade ordinance revision and consider weed abatement assessments against six properties.

• Ordinance No. 24-4575: Set public hearing for zoning for Acrilane SE on February 19, 2024
• Resolution No. 24-016: Authorize mayor to purchase 401 11th Ave. SW and 311 5th Ave. NW from the State of Alabama
• Resolution No. 24-005: Approve contract with Lightwire Solutions for Managed IT Services for Parks and Recreation and Point Mallard
• Weed abatement assessments: $365.00 against 1808 White St. SE, $293.50 each against five other properties
• Ordinance No. 24-4574: First reading of parade ordinance revision

The City Council approved the purchase of two properties and the annual Red Sage Master Services Agreement. Several weed abatement assessments were approved, and a chauffeur service request was granted. A public hearing for zoning on Acrilane SE was set for February 19, 2024.

• Authorized Mayor to purchase 401 11th Ave. SW and 311 5th Ave. NW from State of Alabama (5-0)
• Approved Annual Red Sage Master Services Agreement and Statement of Work (3-2)
• Approved request for Lysa Edwards Caregiving and Transportation to operate chauffeur service (5-0)
• Approved Department of Youth Services continued usage of City School facilities agreement (5-0)
• Approved December 2023 monthly bills (5-0)
• Approved weed abatement assessments for 1808 White St. SE, 1810 White St. SE, 1405 15th Ave. SE, 2232 Harrison St. SE, 1615 Tower St. SE, and 2618 Poole Ave. SW (each 4-1)
• Denied immediate consideration for Parade Ordinance Revision (4-1)
• Set public hearing for Ordinance No. 24-4575 regarding Acrilane SE zoning for Feb 19, 2024

City Council

The regular City Council meeting for January 16, 2024, was cancelled due to inclement weather. It has been rescheduled for Monday, January 22, 2024, with a work session at 9:30 AM and the council meeting at 10:00 AM.

• Cancellation of Jan 16 meeting due to weather
• Rescheduled to Jan 22 with work session at 9:30 AM and meeting at 10:00 AM

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a regular meeting with resolutions on surplus equipment, wave pool lights, HVAC replacements, IT services, ALDOT traffic signal and maintenance agreements, a storm shelter MOU extension, and an annexation assent. A first-reading ordinance for a chauffeur service at 401 14th Street SE is also on the agenda. Appointments to the Farmers Market Board and Board of Zoning Adjustments are proposed.

• Resolution 24-009: Assent to Priceville annexation of adjoining property
• Resolution 24-006 & 24-007: ALDOT agreements for traffic signals and maintenance on 6th Avenue (SR-3/US-31)
• Resolution 24-005: Contract with Lightwire Solutions for managed IT services for Parks and Recreation and Point Mallard
• Resolution 24-002: Purchase and installation of new wave pool pole lights
• Ordinance 24-4573: First reading for Lysa Edwards Caregiving and Transportation chauffeur service at 401 14th Street SE

The City Council approved several resolutions for HVAC replacements, wave pool lighting, and ALDOT traffic signal agreements. The council also approved the surplus of landfill equipment and a property annexation by Priceville.

• Approved surplus of equipment at Landfill Department (5-0)
• Approved purchase and installation of Wave Pool pole lights (5-0)
• Approved HVAC equipment for the Event Center (4-1)
• Approved replacement of 2 HVAC units at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion (5-0)
• Approved ALDOT Special Work Authorization for 6th Avenue traffic signals (4-1)
• Approved ALDOT/City Maintenance Agreement for 6th Ave from Lee Street to Prospect Drive (4-1)
• Approved MOU DCS Storm Shelters extension (5-0)
• Assented to Priceville Annexation of property in adjoining area (5-0)