Decatur public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold public hearings on four zoning and pre-zoning requests, including properties on Gordon Terry Parkway and Old Moulton Road. The Council will also vote on resolutions including the purchase of a 2025 Sutphen Pumper for the Fire Department at $999,619.08, contracts for park projects, change orders for the Event Center and Rec Center, and additional funding for the Sportsplex. Several board and committee appointments are scheduled for approval.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 25-4618: pre-zoning 2.35 acres at 2508 Gordon Terry Parkway SW
• Public hearing on Ordinance 25-4621: rezoning 2926 Old Moulton Road SW to R1-E
• Public hearing on Ordinance 25-4622: rezoning 2735 Old Moulton Road SW to AG-1
• Resolution 25-339: approve purchase of 2025 Sutphen Pumper for Fire Department ($999,619.08)
• Resolution 25-343: award bid for Point Mallard 3-Flume Slide Restoration

The City Council approved a $999,619.08 purchase of a 2025 Sutphen pumper for the Fire Department, and also approved additional funding for the Sportsplex project under Option B with a second restroom. Several rezoning and pre-zoning requests were granted, including rezoning 2926 Old Moulton Road SW to R1-E and 2735 Old Moulton Road SW to AG-1. A retail beer and wine license was approved for T & M Corner Store LLC. Board appointments included a 3-1 vote for Chester Ayers to the Board of Zoning Adjustment.

• Approved purchase of 2025 Sutphen pumper for Fire Department at $999,619.08 (4-0)
• Approved additional funding for Sportsplex project with Option B and additional restroom (4-0)
• Approved pre-zoning for 2.35 acres at 2508 Gordon Terry Parkway (4-0)
• Approved rezoning 2926 Old Moulton Road SW to R1-E (4-0)
• Approved rezoning 2735 Old Moulton Road SW to AG-1 (4-0)
• Approved pre-zoning for property west of 4211 Ruby Pointe SE (4-0)
• Approved retail beer and wine license for T & M Corner Store LLC at 1101 Moulton St W (4-0)
• Appointed Chester Ayers to Board of Zoning Adjustment (3-1)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a special called meeting with one agenda item: a resolution authorizing intervention and filing a complaint in SSUT Litigation. No other business is scheduled. Public comment will be heard before the vote.

• Resolution 25-351: Authorization to intervene and file complaint in SSUT Litigation

At a special called meeting, the Decatur City Council approved Resolution 25-351 authorizing the city to intervene and file a complaint in litigation concerning the Simplified Sales and Use Tax (SSUT). The resolution passed unanimously, 5-0. CFO Kyle Demeester presented on the SSUT's impact on city revenues. No public comments were made.

• Approved Resolution 25-351 authorizing intervention and complaint in SSUT litigation (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances at its regular meeting, including a temporary waiver of parking deck fees, a $28,807 expenditure for HVAC replacement at the Carnegie Arts Basement, adoption of the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code, and annexation of property at 2508 Gordon Terry Parkway. The meeting also includes public comment periods and approval of previous minutes.

• Resolution 25-336: Temporary waiver of parking deck fees during certain hours
• Resolution 25-337: Expenditure of $28,807 for unit replacement at Carnegie Arts Basement facility
• Ordinance 25-4619: Adoption of 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
• Ordinance 25-4620: Annexation of property at 2508 Gordon Terry Parkway

The council passed resolutions waiving parking deck fees during construction hours and approving $28,807 for HVAC replacement at Carnegie Arts. They also adopted the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code and approved annexation of 2508 Gordon Terry Parkway. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved temporary waiver of parking deck fees 10:30am-2:00pm until June 1, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved $28,807 expenditure for HVAC unit replacement at Carnegie Arts Basement (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-4619: 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-4620: Annexation of 2508 Gordon Terry Parkway (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 17 work session and meeting (5-0 each)

City Council Organizational Meeting

The Decatur City Council held its organizational meeting, including the swearing-in of members and election of council president and pro-tempore. The council adopted Resolution 25-296, which continues Stephanie Simon as City Clerk and Treasurer and designates the Mayor as appointing authority for most employees.

• Swearing-in ceremony for council members
• Election of Council President
• Election of Council Pro-Tempore
• Resolution 25-296: Continue organization of officers and employees, including City Clerk/Treasurer Stephanie Simon with a $100,000 bond
• Mayor designated as appointing authority for classified employees except department heads

The City Council held an organizational meeting to swear in elected officials. The council elected Kyle Pike as President and Carlton McMasters as Pro-Tempore. Additionally, the council approved Resolution No. 25-296 regarding the organization of officers and employees.

• Elected Kyle Pike as Council President (5-0)
• Elected Carlton McMasters as Council Pro-Tempore (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-296 to continue organization of officers and employees (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council holds a regular meeting with several public hearings, including the final public hearing on a comprehensive zoning ordinance rewrite (Ordinance 24-4594). They will also consider a lounge retail liquor license for Cowboys & Cowgirls, abatement of unsafe buildings, weed abatement assessments on 12 properties totaling $348 each, and award a bid for Princess Theater roof repairs to Core Construction Group. Additional items include first reading of an annexation at 2508 Gordon Terry Parkway and acceptance of Lafayette Cemetery property.

• Public hearing on comprehensive zoning rewrite (Ordinance 24-4594) with public hearing set October 20, 2025
• Public hearing for lounge retail liquor license for Cowboys & Cowgirls at 3705 US Highway 31 S
• Award of Bid #25-033 to Core Construction Group for Princess Theater structural and roof repair
• First reading of Ordinance 25-4620 to annex property at 2508 Gordon Terry Parkway
• Weed abatement assessments of $348 each on 12 properties across the city

The Decatur City Council unanimously approved the comprehensive zoning ordinance rewrite and map, effective January 1, 2026. They also approved a lounge retail liquor license for Cowboys & Cowgirls, awarded a contract for Princess Theater roof repairs, and authorized abatement of unsafe conditions at multiple properties. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved zoning ordinance rewrite and map (Ordinance No. 24-4594) (5-0)
• Approved lounge retail liquor license for Cowboys & Cowgirls at 3705 US Hwy 31 S (Resolution 25-315) (5-0)
• Awarded Princess Theater structural and roof repair bid to Core Construction Group (Resolution 25-329) (5-0)
• Approved abatement of unsafe conditions at 410 Railroad St NW, 821 and 813 Austin St SW (Resolutions 25-260, 25-221, 25-222) (5-0)
• Authorized weed abatement assessments of $348 each at 12 properties (Resolutions 25-316 through 25-327) (5-0)
• Accepted Lafayette Cemetery property (Resolution 25-328) (5-0)
• Approved capital purchase of Tough Duty Slope Tractor for Beautification Department (Resolution 25-330) (5-0)
• Approved grant application to Alabama Department of Environmental Management for recycling drop-off center (Resolution 25-331) (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider appointments, including Nathan Springer as Fire Chief, and set public hearings for rezoning properties on Old Moulton Road and Ruby Pointe. The council will also vote on resolutions for a recreation center contract, parking deck planning, employee holiday pay increases, and budget amendments.

• Set public hearing for rezoning 2926 Old Moulton Road SW to R1-E (Ordinance 25-4621)
• Set public hearing for rezoning 2735 Old Moulton Road SW to AG-1 (Ordinance 25-4622)
• Set public hearing for pre-zoning property west of 4211 Ruby Pointe SE (Ordinance 25-4623)
• Resolution 25-311: Appoint Nathan Springer as Fire Chief
• Resolution 25-313: Approve construction manager contract with FITE Building Company for Wilson Morgan Recreation Center

The City Council approved several resolutions regarding city operations, employee pay increases, and infrastructure projects. Notably, the council voted to appoint Nathan Springer as Fire Chief in a 4-1 decision. Public hearings for three rezoning requests were also scheduled for December 18, 2025.

• Approved October meeting minutes (5-0)
• Set public hearing for 2926 Old Moulton Road SW rezoning (Dec 18)
• Set public hearing for 2735 Old Moulton Road SW rezoning (Dec 18)
• Set public hearing for property west of 4211 Ruby Pointe SE (Dec 18)
• Approved TTL construction quality control proposal (5-0)
• Approved New South Architects contract for Carrie Matthews remodel (5-0)
• Approved FY26 Opioid Settlement Fund budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved revised capitalization thresholds for capital assets (5-0)

City Council

In a special called meeting, the Decatur City Council will hold a public hearing on Resolution No. 25-293, which would approve a Rock the South-Decatur Event Investment Agreement. The resolution is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest of the meeting is procedural (waiver, call to order, invocation, pledge, roll call, adjournment).

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 25-293: Rock the South-Decatur Event Investment Agreement
• Attachments include the agreement and notice of public hearing

The Decatur City Council approved Resolution 25-293, an event investment agreement with Peachtree, LLC for the Rock the South-Decatur festival. The city commits up to $5 million over five years; the company must invest $50,000 per year, indemnify the city, and share parking fees. The vote was 4-0 after a public hearing.

• Approved Resolution 25-293 (Rock the South-Decatur Event Investment Agreement) 4-0, committing up to $5 million over five years with Peachtree, LLC.

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 20, 2025. Key items include setting a public hearing for the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite and Zoning Map (Ordinance No. 24-4594) for November 17, 2025, and holding public hearings on the SBLI, LLC Project Development Agreement and the Rock the South-Decatur Event Investment Agreement. The Council will also consider over 20 weed abatement assessments, several equipment purchases, park improvement bids, and the adoption of the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code. Additionally, a reappointment of Municipal Judge Takisha L. Gholston is on the agenda.

• Set public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Rewrite and Zoning Map (Ordinance No. 24-4594) on November 17, 2025
• Public hearing to authorize Mayor to sign SBLI, LLC Project Development Agreement
• Public hearing for approval of Rock the South-Decatur Event Investment Agreement
• First reading of Ordinance No. 25-4619 adopting the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
• Approval of GO Warrants Series 2025-A and 2025-B (Ordinance No. 25-4617)

The council approved a development agreement with SBLI, LLC for a project on Country Club Road after a public hearing (4-0). It tabled the Rock the South-Decatur Event Investment Agreement until a special meeting on October 30. The council also set public hearings for a zoning ordinance rewrite and a building abatement, approved 22 weed abatement assessments, and approved several resolutions including capital purchases and park improvements.

• Approved SBLI, LLC development agreement (4-0)
• Tabled Rock the South event investment agreement until Oct 30 (4-0)
• Set public hearing for zoning ordinance rewrite for Nov 17
• Set public hearing for unsafe building at 410 Railroad St. NW for Nov 17
• Approved 22 weed abatement assessments ($348–$398 each)
• Approved MUB FY 2026 preliminary expenditures over $100,000 (4-0)
• Approved parking deck annual inspections contract with Pugh Wright McAnally (4-0)
• Approved purchase of leaf vacuum truck for Street Department (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will decide on awarding a $3.6 million contract for landfill Cell 17, a one-time pay increase for all full-time employees, and several other contracts. They will also set public hearings for unsafe buildings at 813 and 821 Austin St. SW, approve a special retail liquor license for the Farmers Market Pavilion, and consider a franchise agreement with Uniti Fiber.

• Set public hearings for unsafe conditions at 813 and 821 Austin St. SW
• Special retail liquor license for Responsible Partners LLC at The Farmers Market Pavilion
• Award $3,587,517 for Cell 17 construction at Decatur Morgan County Regional Landfill to Pickett Industries
• One-time pay increase for full-time employees
• Approve Rock the South-Decatur investment and incentive

Council approved a $3.6M landfill cell construction contract to Pickett Industries (5-0), a job classification and pay plan (4-1) along with a one-time pay increase for full-time employees (5-0), and an investment and incentive agreement for the Rock the South festival (4-1). Also approved a delay on vapor product tax collection (3-2), a special retail liquor license for the Farmers Market Pavilion (5-0), and set public hearings for unsafe structures at 813 and 821 Austin St. SW.

• Approved $3.6M landfill cell construction contract to Pickett Industries (5-0)
• Approved job classification & pay plan (4-1)
• Approved one-time pay increase for full-time employees (5-0)
• Approved Rock the South festival investment and incentive (4-1)
• Approved delay on consumable vapor products tax collection (3-2)
• Approved special retail liquor license for Farmers Market Pavilion (5-0)
• Approved Decatur Recreation Center change order #4 (4-1)
• Approved appointment of Bobbi Wilson to Personnel Board (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council is meeting on September 30, 2025, for a special-called session to canvass the 2025 Municipal Run-Off Election for City Council District 4. The only substantive action is adoption of Resolution No. 25-255 to certify the election results.

• Resolution No. 25-255: Canvassing 2025 Municipal Run-Off Election, City Council District 4

The City Council approved the canvass of the 2025 Municipal Run-Off Election for District 4. The vote was 3-0 with no opposition.

• Approved canvass of 2025 District 4 runoff election (3-0)
• Meeting adjourned at 12:06pm

City Council

This is a special called meeting of the Decatur City Council to consider Ordinance No. 25-4616, which would adopt the city's fiscal year 2026 budget effective October 1, 2025. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Ordinance No. 25-4616: Adopt City of Decatur, Alabama Fiscal Year Budget Beginning October 1, 2025

The council approved the fiscal year 2026 budget, which establishes municipal funding beginning October 1, 2025. The council also voted 4-0 to enter executive session to discuss a commerce project. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopted FY2026 city budget (Ordinance 25-4616) by 4-0 vote
• Entered executive session to discuss a commerce project by 4-0 vote

City Council

The Decatur City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider the first reading of Ordinance No. 25-4616, which would adopt the city's fiscal year 2026 budget starting October 1, 2025. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 25-4616 adopting the FY2026 budget

The minutes record a first reading and discussion of Ordinance No. 25-4616, which introduces the Fiscal Year 2026 budget totaling $101.5 million. Council members reviewed capital project funding, tax projections, and employee compensation adjustments. No final vote or adoption tally is documented in these minutes.

• Ordinance No. 25-4616 advanced to first reading for FY2026 budget
• CFO presented $101.5M budget detailing capital expenditures and tax projections
• Council discussed one-time $2,000 employee pay versus 5% COLA for badged officers
• Meeting adjourned at 4:55 PM with no final vote or passage recorded

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a regular meeting with several resolutions and ordinances for first reading. Key items include a new ordinance to license and tax consumable vapor products, and a franchise agreement for Uniti Fiber. The council will also set public hearings for unsafe buildings and approve weed abatement assessments.

• Ordinance 25-4613: Approve consumable vapor products licensing and taxation
• Ordinance 25-4614: Approve lease of a parking lot to MeritHouse Realty
• Set public hearings for unsafe conditions at 821 and 813 Austin St. SW
• Resolution 25-233: Award bid to Playground Solutions for Delano Park Splash Pad resurfacing
• Resolution 25-235: Authorize engineering services for bike trail (Country Club to Wheeler Wildlife Refuge)

The council approved various budget amendments, weed abatement assessments, and job classifications. Additionally, they passed an ordinance for consumable vapor product taxation and a lease agreement with MeritHouse Realty.

• Approved August 2025 monthly bills (5-0)
• Approved August schedules and meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved special event liquor license for River Clay Fine Arts Festival (5-0)
• Approved eight weed abatement assessments of $348.00 each (4-1)
• Awarded playground resurfacing bid to Playground Solutions Corporation (5-0)
• Declared sole source for landfill daily cover and applicator (5-0)
• Authorized engineering services for bike trail (5-0)
• Declared 23 police vehicles as surplus (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a special called meeting to conduct first readings on two ordinances: one establishing licensing and taxation for consumable vapor products, and another approving a lease of a city-owned parking lot to MeritHouse Realty. No public hearing or final vote is scheduled at this meeting.

• Ordinance No. 25-4613: Consumable Vapor Products Licensing and Taxation
• Ordinance No. 25-4614: Lease of a city lot to MeritHouse Realty

The City Council held a special called meeting to introduce two ordinances. Ordinance No. 25-4613 regarding consumable vapor products licensing and taxation, and Ordinance No. 25-4614 regarding a lot lease to MeritHouse Realty, were both scheduled for the September 15, 2025, Council Agenda.

• Added Ordinance No. 25-4613 to September 15 agenda
• Added Ordinance No. 25-4614 to September 15 agenda

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to rename Ryan Drive SW to Steve Perkins Drive SW, along with a public hearing on a beer and wine license application. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including a $2.8 million boring and trenching contract, a $375,000 recycling truck grant, and funding for police department HVAC replacement.

• Ordinance No. 25-4612: Rename Ryan Drive SW to Steve Perkins Drive SW
• Resolution No. 25-212: Approve $2,810,612 MUB expenditure for FY26 boring and trenching contract
• Resolution No. 25-213: Accept ADEM grant of $375,000 for a recycling truck
• Resolution No. 25-214: Approve $41,000 CID HVAC replacement for Police Department
• Resolution No. 25-215: Approve Recreational Trails Grant for Dinsmore Slough Trail Extension

The Decatur City Council approved multiple resolutions and one ordinance on September 2, 2025. The council authorized a $2,810,612 boring and trenching contract, accepted a $375,000 state grant for a recycling truck, and adopted a transportation plan for Rebuild Alabama Act funds. These approvals fund road work, secure state funding for waste management, and update local recreation facilities. The council also approved construction change orders for the Point Mallard Event Center and Decatur Recreation Center, authorized a cashless concession system for parks, and approved renaming Ryan Drive SW to Steve Perkins Drive.

• Approved $2,810,612 FY26 boring and trenching contract (4-0)
• Accepted $375,000 ADEM grant for a recycling truck (4-0)
• Approved $41,000 HVAC replacement for the police department (4-0)
• Adopted annual transportation plan for Rebuild Alabama Act funds (4-0)
• Approved $38,666 change order for Point Mallard Event Center (3-1)
• Approved Decatur Recreation Center construction change order (3-1)
• Approved DASH cashless concession software for recreation centers (4-0)
• Approved renaming Ryan Drive SW to Steve Perkins Drive (4-0)

City Council

This is a special called meeting of the Decatur City Council with a single substantive item: canvassing the election. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda. The meeting opens with standard procedural items and adjourns immediately after the canvass.

• Canvassing of election results

The City Council held a special called meeting to conduct the canvassing of an election. The council approved the election results as presented.

• Approved election canvass (4-0)

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing on a restaurant retail liquor license for La Terrazita LLC. It will also consider weed abatement assessments on 14 properties totaling over $5,000. Other business includes approving monthly bills, minutes, resolutions for traffic signal engineering, architectural services for Carrie Matthews, and a revised appointment for the Director of Planning.

• Public hearing for Restaurant Retail Liquor License for La Terrazita LLC at 2614 Hwy 31 S (Resolution 25-192)
• Weed abatement assessments against 14 properties, each $348 or $464.72 (Resolutions 25-193 through 25-206)
• Approve 4th Avenue Traffic Signals Engineering Proposal from Morell Engineering (Resolution 25-207)
• Approve NewSouth for Carrie Matthews Architectural Services (Resolution 25-208)
• Revised Appointment of Director of Planning - Chad Bowman (Resolution 25-209)

The City Council approved a restaurant retail liquor license for La Terrazita LLC and authorized 14 separate nuisance abatement assessments for various properties. The council also approved a traffic signals engineering proposal and the appointment of Chad Bowman as Director of Planning.

• Approved Restaurant Retail Liquor License for La Terrazita LLC (5-0)
• Approved 14 weed abatement assessments ranging from $348.00 to $464.72 (all 5-0)
• Approved 4th Avenue Traffic Signals Engineering Proposal from Morell Engineering (5-0)
• Approved NewSouth for Carrie Matthews Architectural Services (4-1)
• Approved revised appointment of Chad Bowman as Director of Planning (5-0)
• Approved July 2025 monthly bills (5-0)
• Approved August 4, 2025 Council Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved August 4, 2025 Council Work Session minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a single resolution: relocating the voting center from Carrie Matthews to St. James Cumberland Presbyterian Church. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Resolution 25-210 to approve relocation of Voting Center from Carrie Matthews to St. James Cumberland Presbyterian Church

The Decatur City Council approved relocating the District 1 voting center from Carrie Matthews to St. James Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Board of Registrars staff will distribute notices and place signage once notified. The relocation was discussed during public comment before a unanimous vote.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-210 relocating the District 1 voting center from Carrie Matthews to St. James Cumberland Presbyterian Church (4-0)

City Council

This is a special called City Council meeting with one substantive resolution: to approve an investment for the Cook Museum of Natural Science expansion. The resolution is numbered 25-191 and will be voted on.

• Resolution No. 25-191 to approve Cook Museum of Natural Science Expansion Investment

The City Council approved Resolution No. 25-191 to support the expansion of the Cook Museum of Natural Science as North Alabama's STEM Center. The Mayor stated city costs would include utility relocation and a 500-space parking deck costing $17 million.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-191 for Cook Museum of Natural Science Expansion Investment (4-1)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider resolutions including a $22,714 amendment for lighting rehabilitation on SR-20 (US-31), acceptance of a proposal for a Drug-Free Community, and appointments for directors of Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Youth Services. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior sessions and public comment periods.

• Resolution 25-186: Amendment for engineering on lighting rehabilitation SR-20 (US-31) for $22,714
• Resolution 25-187: Acceptance of proposal for Partnership for a Drug-Free Community
• Resolution 25-188: Appointment of Chad Bowman as Director of Planning
• Resolution 25-189: Appointment of Hunter Allen as Director of Parks & Recreation
• Resolution 25-190: Appointment of Johnny Jones as Director of Youth Services

The Decatur City Council unanimously approved three appointments: Chad Bowman as Director of Planning, Hunter Allen as Director of Parks & Recreation, and Johnny Jones as Director of Youth Services. They also approved a $22,714 engineering amendment for lighting rehabilitation on SR-20 (US-31) and accepted a proposal from the Partnership for a Drug-Free Community. All five resolutions passed 5-0. The council then entered executive session to discuss real property and investment matters.

• Approved Resolution 25-186: $22,714 amendment for engineering on lighting rehabilitation SR-20 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-187: Proposal for Partnership for a Drug-Free Community (5-0)
• Appointed Chad Bowman as Director of Planning via Resolution 25-188 (5-0)
• Appointed Hunter Allen as Director of Parks & Recreation via Resolution 25-189 (5-0)
• Appointed Johnny Jones as Director of Youth Services via Resolution 25-190 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 14, 15, 16, 28 (work sessions and meeting) (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for real property and trade discussions (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council is holding a rescheduled meeting on July 28, 2025. They will vote on 16 weed abatement assessments of $348 each, and several resolutions including a $1,132,000 contract for a PFAS pilot study at the water treatment plant, a natural gas contract with Northwest Alabama Gas District, and a School Resource Officer agreement with Decatur City Schools that was previously removed for review.

• Resolution 25-169: Approve $1,132,000 for Jacobs Engineering for WTP PFAS On-Site Pilot Study Phase 2
• Resolution 25-170: Authorize loan application to Alabama Drinking Water Finance Authority
• Resolution 25-171: Approve Natural Gas Contract with Northwest Alabama Gas District
• Resolution 25-178: Award bid for temporary ice rink at Point Mallard
• Resolution 25-112 (returned): Approve MOU for SRO program with Decatur City Schools

The council approved a $1.13M PFAS pilot study with Jacobs Engineering, funded by a 100% forgivable state loan, and renewed the SRO program with Decatur City Schools. Other decisions included utility contracts, a temporary ice rink bid, 6th Avenue sidewalk improvements, and a Wilson Morgan change order—all passing 3-0 or 2-1. Sixteen weed abatement assessments at $348 each were also approved.

• Approved $1,132,000 PFAS pilot study with Jacobs Engineering (3-0)
• Approved SRO program MOU with Decatur City Schools (3-0)
• Approved $538,330 Courtland natural gas gate station upgrade (3-0)
• Approved natural gas contract with Northwest Alabama Gas District (3-0)
• Awarded temporary ice rink bid to Unreal Ice Rinks (2-1)
• Approved Volkert Inc. for 6th Avenue sidewalk improvements (2-1)
• Approved Hoar Construction change order #2 for Wilson Morgan Recreation Center (2-1)
• Approved Phase II HVAC replacement for Decatur Public Library (3-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council meeting scheduled for July 21, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of a quorum. The pre-meeting and council meeting are rescheduled to July 28, 2025, and the work session is rescheduled to August 4, 2025. No substantive business will be conducted at this time.

• July 21 council meeting cancelled for lack of quorum
• Pre-meeting and council meeting rescheduled to July 28, 2025
• Work session rescheduled to August 4, 2025

City Council

The council will vote on submitting the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan to HUD, which guides use of federal housing and community development funds. They will also consider a new ordinance making it illegal to bypass a security checkpoint. Other business includes street vacations, an alcohol license, and an appointment to the Parks & Recreation Board.

• Resolution 25-142: Authorize mayor to submit 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan to HUD
• Ordinance 25-4611: Adopt City Code Section 16-22.3 making unlawful bypass of a security checkpoint
• Resolution 25-143/25-144: Vacation of portions of Grove Street NW and Sycamore Street NW for McEntire LLC and Gobble-Fite Lumber Company
• Resolution 25-141: Approve alcohol license for YMC Enterprise LLC DBA Hampton Inn & Suites at 1205 Courtyard Circle
• Resolution 25-147: Transfer $19,250 from Animal Services Donations to Motor Vehicles Fund for purchase of F250 truck

The Decatur City Council approved several resolutions and one ordinance. The most notable was a new city code section making it unlawful to bypass a security checkpoint, passed 4-1. The council also approved funding for the Morgan County Farmer's Market parking lot ($224,999.80), street vacations for McEntire LLC and Gobble-Fite, and a sewer extension contract for the Decatur Recreation Center, each with a 4-1 vote. Additionally, a $19,250 transfer from Animal Services donations for a truck was approved 5-0 despite public opposition.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4611 banning bypass of security checkpoints (4-1, Pepper opposed)
• Approved $224,999.80 for Morgan County Farmer's Market parking lot (4-1, Jackson opposed)
• Approved vacation of Grove Street NW and Sycamore Street NW for McEntire/Gobble-Fite (4-1 each)
• Approved Extension of Public Sanitary Sewer System contract for Decatur Recreation Center (4-1)
• Approved ALDOT right-of-way agreement for Decatur Recreation Center (4-1)
• Approved $19,250 transfer from Animal Services donations to buy a truck (5-0)
• Approved HUD 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan (5-0)
• Appointed Drake Montgomery to Parks & Recreation Board (4-0, Jackson abstained)

City Council

The Decatur City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider Resolution No. 25-135, which would approve a set of enterprise agreements covering vehicle leasing, maintenance, fleet management, insurance, and related services. The sole substantive item is this resolution, with no other legislation or public hearings scheduled.

• Resolution 25-135: Approve Enterprise Agreements Update (includes Master Equity Lease Agreement, Full Maintenance Agreement, Self-Insurance Physical Damage, and more)
• Master Equity Lease Agreement (contract for leasing city vehicles)
• Full Maintenance Agreement (for fleet upkeep)
• Self-Insurance Liability and Physical Damage agreements
• Telematics Services Agreement (vehicle tracking/data services)

The City Council approved Resolution 25-135, updating enterprise agreements including lease, maintenance, and fleet rental agreements. The vote was 3-0. Two council members were absent. The meeting was called to order at 9:30 am with invocation and pledge.

• Approved Resolution 25-135 updating enterprise agreements (3-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 16, 2025. They will consider several tabled resolutions including a midyear budget adjustment, a school resource officer agreement, and a new ordinance making it unlawful to bypass a security checkpoint. The council will also vote on weed abatement assessments against 10 properties and multiple other resolutions including property purchases and lease extensions.

• FY 2025 midyear budget adjustments (Resolution 25-126)
• MOU to continue School Resource Officer program with Decatur City Schools (Resolution 25-112)
• First reading of ordinance making it unlawful to bypass a security checkpoint (Ordinance 25-4611)
• Purchase of 823 19th Ave SE for city use (Resolution 25-130)
• Weed abatement assessments totaling $3,480 against 10 properties

The council approved FY2025 midyear budget adjustments and authorized the mayor to enter a fleet lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management and sell city-owned vehicles, both unanimously. It also approved weed abatement assessments against ten properties at $348 each and a change order for the Rec Center construction, both with one dissenting vote. A first reading was held for an ordinance making it unlawful to bypass a security checkpoint; no vote was taken. The SRO agreement with Decatur City Schools remained tabled with no action.

• Approved May 2025 monthly bills (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-097: Enterprise fleet lease and vehicle sale (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-106: POS system for PM Park venues (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-126: FY2025 Midyear Budget Adjustments (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-128: Landfill cell 17 minor modification (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-130: Purchase of 823 19th Ave SE (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-134: Rec Center change order (2-1)
• Approved 10 weed abatement resolutions at $348 each (2-1 each)

City Council

This is a special called City Council meeting at 4:45 PM on June 9, 2025. The council will consider two resolutions: adopting a Deputy Police Chief position (Resolution 25-115) and approving an agreement with Carrier to install temporary A/C units at the Decatur Library (Resolution 25-133). A work session follows at 5:00 PM.

• Resolution 25-115: Adopt Deputy Police Chief position
• Resolution 25-133: Approve agreement with Carrier to install temporary A/C units at Decatur Library

The City Council approved the creation of a Deputy Police Chief position and an agreement with Carrier to provide temporary air conditioning units for the Decatur Library. Both resolutions passed with unanimous votes from the members present.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-115 to adopt Deputy Police Chief position (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-133 for agreement with Carrier to install temporary A/C units at Decatur Library (4-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a public hearing for a special retail liquor license for Optimum Entertainment Complex at 211 Moulton St W. The council will then vote on a series of resolutions, including a fleet management lease, approval of a Narcotics K9 purchase, a MOU to continue the School Resource Officer program with Decatur City Schools, and a federal grant application for Pryor Field taxiway construction. Other items include contracts for cemetery mowing, elevator maintenance, and a community service agreement with Delano Park Conservancy.

• Public hearing for Special Retail Liquor License (Resolution 25-101) at 211 Moulton St W
• Resolution 25-097: Authorize Enterprise Fleet Management lease and sale of city vehicles
• Resolution 25-112: MOU to continue SRO program with Decatur City Schools
• Resolution 25-113: Federal grant application for Pryor Field taxiway construction (Phase 3)
• Resolution 25-107: Purchase of a Narcotics K9 with training and equipment

The City Council approved several resolutions, including the purchase of a narcotics K9, a contract for cemetery mowing, and a special liquor license for a local entertainment complex. Two items were tabled for the next meeting, and the appointment of a new Planning Director was approved.

• Approved Resolution 25-107 for narcotics K9 purchase (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-105 for cemetery mowing contract (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-101 for special retail liquor license (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution 25-097 for fleet management lease (4-1)
• Tabled Resolution 25-106 for custom POS system (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-114 to appoint Clifford Cross as Planning Director (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 25-113 for federal grant to build Pryor Field taxiway (5-0)
• Removed Resolution 25-112 regarding SRO program from agenda

City Council

The Decatur City Council will meet on May 19, 2025, to vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include awarding a bid for the Veterans Drive Water Main Extension, approving a design contract for the Central and Beltline Intersection Realignment, and assessing $33,407.60 against 425 Vine St. NW for unsafe conditions. The council will also hold a public hearing on a liquor license for Mahantagna Inc. dba The Reserve at 1406 Beltline Rd, and consider first reading of an ordinance updating voting districts and voting center descriptions to include annexations.

• Resolution 25-095: Award bid for Veterans Drive Water Main Extension construction.
• Resolution 25-096: Approve agreement with Pugh Wright McAnally for design of Central and Beltline Intersection Realignment.
• Resolution 25-093: Assess $33,407.60 against 425 Vine St. NW for cost of abatement of unsafe conditions.
• Public hearing on Resolution 25-092: Class 2 Lounge License for The Reserve at 1406 Beltline Rd.
• Ordinance 25-4610: First reading to update voting districts and voting center descriptions for annexations.

The City Council approved monthly bills, a liquor license, and a water main extension. They also approved several agreements and ordinances, though one agreement was tabled. The meeting focused on public comment rules and city staffing.

• Approved April 2025 monthly bills (4-1)
• Approved liquor license for The Reserve (5-0)
• Approved Veterans Drive water main extension (5-0)
• Approved agreement for Central and Beltline intersection realignment (5-0)
• Tabled agreement for Enterprise Fleet Management (5-0)
• Approved agreement for Morgan County election equipment rental (5-0)
• Approved agreement for Quadient postage machine lease (5-0)
• Approved agreement for Hall of Fame Course Design for disc golf course (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the annual Ad Valorem Tax Levy for fiscal year 2026 and vote on numerous contracts and expenditures, including a $310,000 digger derrick truck, $115,000 for power pole replacement, and Phase II repairs at the Princess Theatre. Public hearings are scheduled for a pre-zoning request on Pisgah Road and two special liquor license applications. The agenda also includes bids for roof replacements, mowing, and a renovation at Point Mallard Event Center.

• Ordinance 25-4608: Approve annual Ad Valorem Tax Levy for FY26
• Pre-zoning request #1428-25 for property on Pisgah Road
• Resolution 25-075: $310,000 for MUB purchase of 47' Digger Derrick Truck
• Resolution 25-076: $115,000 for MUB replacement of 46kV poles on Woodall Road
• Resolution 25-081: Phase II Princess Theatre Repairs

The City Council appointed Torry Mack as Police Chief effective June 2, 2025. The council also approved the FY26 Ad Valorem Tax Levy and several municipal infrastructure and maintenance contracts.

• Appointed Torry Mack as Police Chief (4-0)
• Approved annual Ad Valorem Tax Levy for FY26 (4-0)
• Approved Pre-Zoning Request #1428-25 for Pisgah Road (4-0)
• Approved $310,000 MUB expenditure for 47' Digger Derrick Truck (4-0)
• Approved $115,000 MUB expenditure for 46kV poles on Woodall Road (4-0)
• Awarded Point Mallard Event Center Renovation bid to H&N Construction Inc (3-1)
• Approved Special Retail Liquor Licenses for JW Steakhouse and 609 Social Market & Provisions (4-0 each)
• Accepted $20,000 donation from Daikin America for an all-hazards response vessel (4-0)

City Council

The council will decide on an annexation moratorium for the 2025 municipal election, approve a memorandum of understanding continuing the school resource officer program with Decatur City Schools, and set the annual ad valorem tax levy for FY26. Public hearings will be held for two liquor license requests. Other items include demolition cost assessments, grant applications, and a franchise agreement with Alabama Fiber Network.

• Approve annexation moratorium for 2025 municipal election (Resolution 25-066)
• Approve MOU for continuing SRO program with Decatur City Schools (Resolution 25-067)
• First reading of annual Ad Valorem Tax Levy for FY26 (Ordinance 25-4608)
• Approve Alabama Fiber Network franchise agreement (Ordinance 25-4607)
• Assess demolition costs at 718 Cashin St. NW ($8,330) and 25 Old Trinity Rd. NW ($5,340)

The City Council approved the FY26 ad valorem tax levy, annexed property on Pisgah Road, and authorized a franchise agreement with Alabama Fiber Network. The group also approved liquor licenses and demolition assessments. A resolution regarding the School Resource Officer program was removed from the agenda.

• Approved FY26 Ad Valorem Tax Levy (Ordinance 25-4608)
• Approved Annexation Request #379-25 on Pisgah Road (Ordinance 25-4606)
• Approved Alabama Fiber Network Franchise Agreement (Ordinance 25-4607)
• Approved liquor licenses for Little Cigar Shoppe and Greater Morgan County Builders Association
• Approved demolition cost assessments for 718 Cashin St. NW and 25 Old Trinity Rd. NW
• Approved applying for Historic Survey and Digital Design Review grants
• Approved replacement of Point Mallard Aquatic Center chlorine tank
• Removed SRO MOU resolution from agenda during work session

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a public hearing on a pre-zoning request for property on Pisgah Road (Ordinance 25-4605) and consider first reading of an annexation request for nearby property (Ordinance 25-4606). The Council will also vote on numerous resolutions including a $140,075 MUB expenditure for a Central Parkway Service Center equipment shed, an MOU with Calhoun Community College, and several bid awards. Other items include agreements for labor from the Alabama Department of Corrections, funding for dog park fencing at Wolverine Park, and an engineering proposal for reconstruction of Church Street from SR-3 to Somerville Road.

• Public hearing for pre-zoning request #1428-25 on Pisgah Road; first reading of annexation request #379-25 on Pisgah Road
• Resolution 25-044: Approve $140,075 MUB expenditure for Central Parkway Service Center equipment shed
• Resolution 25-055: Approve Garver Engineering for reconstruction of Church Street from SR-3 to Somerville Road (ALDOT project)
• Resolution 25-051: Approve funds for new dog park fencing at Wolverine Park
• Resolution 25-049: Accept AMRV Grant for Fling Dragon Disk Golf Course

The City Council approved several vendor bids for plumbing, dumpster, and soft drink services. They also authorized funding for a dog park at Wolverine Park and camera installation at pickleball/tennis facilities. A public hearing for a Pisgah Road pre-zoning request was set for May 5, 2025.

• Approved $140,075 for Central Parkway Service Center Equipment Shed (3-0)
• Awarded plumbing services bid to George Plumbing (3-0)
• Awarded dumpster services bid to Waste Away Dumpster Service (3-0)
• Awarded soft drinks bid to Pepsi Cola Decatur (3-0)
• Approved funds for new dog park fencing at Wolverine Park (3-0)
• Approved funds for camera equipment at pickleball/tennis facilities (2-1)
• Approved extension of Ingalls Harbor Project Development Agreement deadlines (2-1)
• Appointed Will Woller to the Farmer's Market Board (2-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a public hearing on demolishing a car wash at 2612 Old Moulton Rd. SW and consider several resolutions, including purchasing a jaw crusher for the landfill, awarding towing and dry-cleaning contracts, and authorizing a construction management agreement for the Sportsplex. The council will also vote on a vacation request and approve monthly bills and meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Resolution 25-019 to demolish the old car wash at 2612 Old Moulton Rd. SW
• Resolution 25-038 to purchase a Keestrack B3H Jaw Crusher for the landfill
• Resolution 25-040 to award towing services bid to Branum's Wrecker Service
• Resolution 25-042 to authorize a construction management agreement with Fite Building Company for the Sportsplex
• Resolution 25-043 to approve vacation request #773-24 for Old House LLC

The City Council approved the purchase of a jaw crusher for the landfill, the surplus of unused vehicles, and a towing contract. They also approved dry cleaning services and a construction management agreement for the Sportsplex. The demolition of the old car wash was removed from the agenda.

• Approved purchase of Keestrak B3H Jaw Crusher for Landfill (3-0)
• Approved surplus of Environmental Services vehicles (3-0)
• Awarded towing services bid to Branum's Wrecker Service (3-0)
• Awarded dry cleaning bid to Four Seasons Cleaners (3-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign construction management agreement for Sportsplex (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved vacation request for Old House LLC (3-0)
• Removed demolition resolution for 2612 Old Moulton Rd. car wash from agenda
• Set next work session for March 31, 2025 at 5:00pm

City Council

This is a special called meeting of the Decatur City Council with one agenda item: a public hearing on Ordinance No. 25-4601, which would approve a rezoning request (1427-25) for property at 2401 Country Club Road. The public hearing was initially scheduled on February 10, 2025. No other business is listed.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 25-4601: Rezoning Request 1427-25 for 2401 Country Club Road

The City Council approved a rezoning request for a property on Country Club Road to allow for mixed-use development. The action aligns the zoning of nine acres with the rest of the property.

• Approved Rezoning Request 1427-25 for Country Club Road (3-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hear public comments on a proposed zoning ordinance rewrite and consider approving alcohol licenses for Clarion Pointe and the Greater Morgan County Builders Association. The body will also vote on Point Mallard facility fee changes and a security camera purchase.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Rewrite (tabled from March 3)
• Resolution to approve alcohol license for Ramila LLC DBA Clarion Pointe at 810 6th Ave NE
• Resolution to approve alcohol license for Greater Morgan County Builders Association at Ingalls Harbor Pavilion
• Resolution to approve 2025 rate changes for Point Mallard Venues
• Resolution to approve security camera purchase for Point Mallard Complex

The Decatur City Council voted to table the zoning ordinance rewrite and map to a May 5 public hearing (5-0). It approved 2025 rate increases for Point Mallard venues (4-1) and park/recreation venues (4-1), and accepted an ADECA grant for Riverfront Park upgrades (5-0). The council also voted to begin and expedite the police chief application process (5-0) and approved other resolutions including alcohol licenses, a theater structure plan, and security cameras at Point Mallard.

• Tabled Zoning Ordinance Rewrite and Zoning Map to May 5, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Rate Changes for Point Mallard Venues (4-1)
• Approved Point Mallard Facility Fee (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Rate Changes for Park and Recreation Venues (4-1)
• Accepted ADECA grant for Riverfront Park upgrades (5-0)
• Approved Princess Theatre Structure Plan (5-0)
• Approved Security Camera Purchase for Point Mallard Complex (5-0)
• Began and expedite Police Chief Application Process (5-0)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider multiple resolutions setting 2025 fee increases for Point Mallard attractions including waterpark, golf course, and event center, as well as park and recreation venues such as pickleball and tennis courts. Other items include a public hearing for a special event liquor license for Carnegie Carnival, weed abatement assessments, and a first reading to sell two city-owned properties on Walnut Street. An ordinance to establish salaries for the Mayor and Council for the next term is also on the agenda.

• Consider 2025 rate changes for Point Mallard (waterpark, event center, golf course) and park/recreation venues (cemetery, pickleball, tennis).
• Public hearing on special event retail liquor license for Carnegie Visual Arts Center's Carnegie Carnival at 133 2nd Ave. NE.
• First reading of ordinance to declare surplus and sell 710 and 712 Walnut St NW to Marilyn Williams.
• Ordinance to establish salary and compensation of Mayor and City Council for term beginning November 2025.
• Resolutions to assess $348 each for weed abatement at 1517 Faye St. SW and 1121 10th Ave. SE.

With two council members absent, the Decatur City Council approved contracts for 6th Avenue roadwork and Wilson Morgan Park access improvements by 2-1 votes (Councilman Jackson opposed). The council also tabled three resolutions on Point Mallard rate changes, a facility fee, and park/recreation venue rates to the March 3 meeting. Other actions included authorizing a historic structures report for the Carnegie Art Center, approving weed abatement assessments, and setting a public hearing for demolition of a car wash. A first-reading ordinance to sell city property at 710-712 Walnut St. and an ordinance setting mayor and council salaries were approved unanimously.

• Approved 6th Avenue roadwork contract (2-1)
• Approved Wilson Morgan Park access improvements (2-1)
• Tabled Point Mallard rate changes to March 3 (3-0)
• Tabled Point Mallard facility fee to March 3 (3-0)
• Tabled park/recreation rate changes to March 3 (3-0)
• Authorized historic structures report for Carnegie Art Center (3-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to sell 710-712 Walnut St. (3-0)
• Approved mayor/council salary ordinance (3-0)

City Council

This special called meeting will set a public hearing for March 6 on a rezoning request at 2401 Country Club Road and conduct the first reading of an ordinance establishing salaries for the mayor and city council for the term starting November 2025.

• Set public hearing for Ordinance 25-4601: Rezoning request 1427-25 at 2401 Country Club Road
• First reading of Ordinance 25-4602: Establish salary and compensation of mayor and city council for term beginning November 2025

The council set a public hearing for March 6, 2025, regarding Ordinance No. 25-4601 to rezone 2401 Country Club Road. The meeting was called to order and adjourned with no other substantive actions taken.

• Set Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 25-4601 (Rezoning Request 1427-25) on March 6, 2025 at 9:00am
• Called meeting to order at 4:33pm
• Adjourned meeting at 4:47pm

City Council

The Decatur City Council will hold a public hearing on a development agreement with CCI (no details provided in the agenda). The council will also vote on several resolutions, including awarding a bid to Pickett Industries for closure of landfill cells 2-11, approving a lease for DYS facilities and a boxing arena, and accepting a grant for the Carnegie Library historical structures report. Other items include an engineering design contract for Cell 17 Development and a bond refund for McGhee Square Townhomes.

• Public hearing on Resolution 25-010: CCI Development Agreement and Investment
• Resolution 25-018: Award bid to Pickett Industries for closure of Landfill Cells 2-11
• Resolution 25-014: Approve lowest bid for Athletic Complex Parking Lot Construction
• Resolution 25-012: Approve engineering design services for Cell 17 Development
• Resolution 25-017: Approve bond refund to Decatur Urban Ventures for McGhee Square Townhomes

The City Council approved a $54 million development agreement and investment with CCI and passed eight other resolutions, including an athletic complex parking lot contract (3-1) and a landfill cell closure bid. During public comment, residents raised concerns about police department practices and the Green Research report; council members noted changes underway.

• Approved Resolution 25-010: CCI Development Agreement and Investment (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-011: Extension of special use permit for wireless facility at Runnymead Ave SW (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-012: Engineering services contract for Cell 17 Development (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-013: Lease agreement for DYS Facilities and Boxing Arena (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-014: Athletic complex parking lot construction low bid (3-1; Jackson opposed)
• Approved Resolution 25-015: National Parks Service grant for Carnegie Library historical report (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-016: Declaring surplus equipment and authorizing disposal (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-017: Bond release and refund for McGhee Square Townhomes (4-0)

City Council

This meeting will consider three resolutions: approving a Farmers Market Art Projection Project, authorizing a contract with ESRI (renewal), and approving funding for a retroreflectometer and software for the Traffic Signs and Markings Department. The council will also approve December 2024 monthly bills and minutes from recent work sessions and a meeting.

• Resolution 25-007: Approve Farmers Market Art Projection Project
• Resolution 25-008: Authorize mayor to execute contract with ESRI (renewal)
• Resolution 25-009: Approve transfer of funding to purchase retroreflectometer and software for Traffic Signs and Markings
• Approval of December 2024 monthly bills
• Approval of minutes from December 30, 2024 work session, January 6, 2025 work session, and January 6, 2025 council meeting

The City Council approved a student art projection project at the Farmers Market and authorized a contract with ESRI. The council also approved funding for a retroreflectometer and software for the Traffic Signs and Markings Department. Residents expressed concerns regarding the release of the Green Research report and police department leadership.

• Approved December 2024 monthly bills (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 30, Jan 6 (5:30PM), and Jan 6 (6:00PM) meetings (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-007 for Farmers Market Art Projection Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-008 authorizing Mayor to execute ESRI contract (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-009 for retroreflectometer and software purchase (4-0)

City Council

This is a special called meeting of the Decatur City Council on January 9, 2025. The agenda contains only procedural items: waiver of notice, call to order, invocation, pledge of allegiance, roll call, a statement, and adjournment. No ordinances, resolutions, or public hearings are listed. The next work session is January 13 and the next regular meeting is January 21.

The City Council voted to enter an executive session to review the Green Research and Technology report regarding potential litigation. The meeting adjourned immediately following the session.

• Approved entering Executive Session to review Green Research and Technology report (3-1)

City Council

The Decatur City Council will consider six resolutions at its regular meeting, including awarding the Wilson Morgan Recreation Center project bid to Hoar Construction and approving multiple amendments to the TVA power contract. Also on the agenda are a job reclassification for a communications position, a motorgrader purchase for the Street/Engineering Department, and a presentation on the Rebuild Alabama Act Funds FY24 Annual Report. The council will also vote on minutes from previous meetings and hear public comments.

• Award bid for Wilson Morgan Recreation Center Project to Hoar Construction (Resolution 25-006)
• Approve amendment to TVA power contract for expanded flexibility (Resolution 25-001)
• Approve amendment to TVA contract TV-48555A for new rate schedule (Resolution 25-002)
• Approve supplement to TVA power contract to remove rate schedule TDMSA (Resolution 25-003)
• Reclassify Communication Specialist to Communications Manager (Resolution 25-004) and approve motorgrader purchase for Street/Engineering (Resolution 25-005)

The City Council approved four resolutions regarding utility contracts with TVA and Decatur Utilities, a motorgrader purchase, and the reclassification of a Communications Specialist position. The Wilson Morgan Recreation Center bid was approved despite a dissenting vote from Councilman Jackson.

• Approved TVA power contract amendment (5-0)
• Approved TVA contract amendment for rate schedule (5-0)
• Approved removal of TDMSA rate schedule (5-0)
• Approved reclassifying job to Communications Manager (4-1)
• Approved motorgrader purchase (5-0)
• Awarded Wilson Morgan Recreation Center bid to Hoar Construction (4-1)
• Approved December 9, 16, and 23, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, 5-0, 4-0)
• Approved December 16, 2024 Council meeting minutes (5-0)