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Gulf Shores public meetings in 2021

70 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 14, 2021

Planning Commission

Gulf Shores Planning Commission to review rezoning and subdivision plats

The commission will hold public hearings regarding the Venetian Isles Condominium rezoning and the Cottages at Craft Farms preliminary subdivision plat. The meeting also includes discussions on amending subdivision regulation notation requirements and updating the Land Use Plan.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Venetian Isles rezoning 6-2

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved a rezoning for Venetian Isles Condominium from R-2 to R-4 high-density residential, despite resident opposition over traffic and neighborhood integrity. The commission also approved amendments to subdivision regulations and a Land Use Plan update, and withdrew a townhome application. All votes were recorded as listed in the minutes.

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Mon Dec 13, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on FAA grant, lodging tax increase, and 2022 budget

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on December 13, 2021. They will consider accepting an FAA grant for the airport, an ordinance to increase the lodging tax by 3 percent phased in, and adoption of the 2022 budget. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and expense vouchers.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts phased lodging tax increase to 10% by 2023

The Gulf Shores City Council approved a phased increase to the lodging tax, raising it from 7% to 9% starting September 1, 2022, and to 10% starting September 1, 2023. The council also adopted the 2022 budget, accepted a $59,000 FAA grant for the airport, and approved expense vouchers totaling $1,966,626.06. All votes were unanimous.

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Mon Dec 6, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on 2022 budget, lodging tax increase, and multiple contracts

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider a 2022 budget amendment, adopt the 2022 budget, and vote on a lodging tax increase. They will also decide on several resolutions including taxi franchise renewals, surplus property declarations, and various agreements for services like lifeguards and emergency alerts.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.05M land purchase, 2021 budget amendment, and multiple contracts

The Gulf Shores City Council approved a $2.05 million contract to purchase 81.65 acres south of Coastal Gateway Boulevard, adopted a 2021 budget amendment, and renewed taxi franchises. It also approved numerous resolutions including contracts for legislative services, lifeguard services, and airport leases. The council approved expense vouchers totaling $3,119,764.59 and several event permits.

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Mon Nov 29, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores council to adopt 2022 budget, consider lodging tax hike

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding a special meeting to consider adopting the 2022 annual budget and to amend the Code of Ordinances regarding a lodging tax increase. Public comment on these items is deferred to the December 13, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes supporting documents for both items.

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✓ Decided: Council holds public forum on 2022 budget and lodging tax; action deferred to Dec. 13

The Gulf Shores City Council held a special meeting as a public forum to discuss the proposed 2022 budget and a proposed lodging tax increase. Several residents voiced opposition to the tax increase, with one attendee speaking in support. No votes were taken; the Council will consider an ordinance to adopt the tax increase at the December 13, 2021 regular meeting.

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Mon Nov 22, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores Council to discuss 2022 budget and lodging tax increase

The City Council will review the 2022 budget adoption schedule and a proposed amendment to the Code of Ordinances regarding a lodging tax increase. All actions on these items have been deferred to the December 13, 2021 meeting.

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Tue Nov 16, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider annexation, rezone, and plats

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use items, including a rezone request for Venetian Isles, an annexation and pre-zoning for County Road 6, and final and preliminary plats for two subdivisions. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a deferral item.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves County Road 6 annexation and pre-zone with conditions

The Planning Commission approved the annexation and pre-zoning of 9.21 acres at 19326 Oak Road West to R-3 Residential/Limited-Density Multiple-family District, with conditions including a maximum of 92 units. The commission also approved the Retreat at Bon Secour West final plat and the Colonial Traditions preliminary plat, each with specific conditions. One item, the Venetian Isles rezone (ZA21-000066), was deferred to the December 14 meeting.

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Mon Nov 15, 2021

City Council

Council to consider lodging tax increase and 2022 budget

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed amendment to the lodging tax, the 2022 annual budget, a public assembly permit for a walk-a-thon, and a bid award for two police vehicles. No final votes are expected at this work session.

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✓ Decided: Council work session reviews lodging tax increase, 2022 budget, police vehicle bid

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on November 15, 2021, to discuss several agenda items, including a proposed lodging tax increase, the 2022 annual budget, a public assembly permit for a walk-a-thon, and a bid for two police vehicles. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

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Mon Nov 15, 2021

Beautification Board

Gulf Shores Beautification Board to meet Nov. 17, 2021

The Gulf Shores Beautification Board will hold its regular meeting on November 17, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall. The agenda includes updates on board terms, committee reports on Arbor Day, beautification awards, seasonal decorations, and new projects, as well as announcements and public hearing. The meeting is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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Mon Nov 8, 2021

City Council

Council to consider vacating Bon Secour right-of-way and related fees

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and resolutions. Key items include a public hearing on vacating an unopened right-of-way related to the Bon Secour Marina, establishing a vacation fee, and approving a quitclaim deed. The council will also consider awarding a bid for Civic Center parking lot lights and an ALDOT cooperative maintenance agreement. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval, expense vouchers, and public assembly permits for holiday events.

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✓ Decided: Council approves vacation of 6.12 acres of rights-of-way for $814,000

The Gulf Shores City Council approved a series of resolutions to vacate 6.12 acres of unopened public rights-of-way, set the fair market value at $814,000, and authorized a quitclaim deed. The vacation fee will be paid through a land dedication and an in-kind donation of wetlands. The council also approved a $70,400 contract for Civic Center parking lot lighting and an ALDOT maintenance agreement for a new sidewalk.

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Mon Nov 1, 2021

City Council

Council to consider CUP for Island Villas, airport tower manager intro

The Gulf Shores City Council work session on November 1, 2021, will discuss several items, including a conditional use permit (CUP) request for Island Villas, a cooperative maintenance agreement with ALDOT for a new sidewalk on Highway 59, and bids for Civic Center parking lot lighting. The council will also receive an introduction of the new air traffic control tower manager at Jack Edwards National Airport and consider public assembly permits for holiday events. The meeting is a work session, so items are for discussion rather than final action.

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✓ Decided: Council hears opposition to Island Villas short-term rental CUP

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on November 1, 2021, with no formal votes taken. They heard public opposition to a conditional use permit (CUP) request for Island Villas, with neighbors citing short-term rental concerns and parking. The council also received updates on airport staff, civic center lighting, an ALDOT sidewalk agreement, and holiday event permits, and directed staff to evaluate flooding and drainage concerns raised by residents.

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Tue Oct 26, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear multiple rezoning, site plan, and CUP requests

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several development items, including a multi-family annexation and rezone on County Road 6, a final plat for a re-subdivision in Shajula Place, a conditional use permit for Island Villas, and site plans for SurfStyle Indoor Storage and The Villas at Peninsula. The commission will also review preliminary plats for Two Lakes RV Park and Bon Secour Village Marina, a site plan for East Eleven Cottages, and a site plan/CUP for Waterways 101. Additionally, the agenda includes recognition of Planning Commission Member Jim Eberlein and nominations for new members.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Island Villas short-term rental CUP

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) allowing Island Villas, a 16-unit multifamily complex at 325 East 22nd Avenue, to change from long-term to short-term vacation rentals, with conditions including a $9,600 sidewalk fee and dumpster screening. The Commission also approved a final plat for a 2-lot subdivision at Shajulu Place, site plans for Surf Style Indoor Storage Phase 2 and The Villas at Peninsula, and deferred a County Road 6 annexation to November. No other substantive decisions were made.

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Mon Oct 25, 2021

City Council

Council to consider rezoning for Lot C-1 and The Sloop Restaurant

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two rezoning ordinances, one for Lot C-1 and one for The Sloop Restaurant. They will also consider an ABC license application for Cantina La Luz, approve several resolutions including an intergovernmental agreement with Baldwin County for voting machines, and accept the 2020 audit. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and expense vouchers.

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✓ Decided: Council approves two rezoning ordinances and liquor license transfer

The Gulf Shores City Council approved two rezoning ordinances: one for a 1.99-acre parcel at Northshore Street and Landward Drive from R-1-4 to BG General Business, and another to include The Sloop Restaurant in the Waterway Village Overlay District. The council also approved a liquor license transfer for The Castaneda Restaurant Group d/b/a Cantina LA LUZ, and adopted resolutions for board appointments, an intergovernmental agreement with Baldwin County, the 2020 audit, and a ticket sales vendor contract.

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Mon Oct 18, 2021

Beautification Board

Gulf Shores Beautification Board meeting scheduled for October 20

The Beautification Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss committee reports and unfinished business. Topics include updates on board membership terms, arbor day planning, and seasonal decorations.

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Mon Oct 18, 2021

City Council

Council to approve voting machine agreement, ABC license, audit, ticket vendor

The Gulf Shores City Council work session will discuss and potentially approve several items, including an intergovernmental service agreement with Baldwin County for voting machines, an ABC license for Cantina La Luz, board appointments, the 2020 annual financial report, a contract with a ticket sales vendor, and a public assembly permit for the Abracadabra Festival.

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✓ Decided: Council work session held; no formal votes taken

The Gulf Shores City Council met for a work session on October 18, 2021, with four members present and two absent. No formal decisions were made; agenda items were discussed or deferred, and the meeting adjourned at 4:27 p.m. The only substantive report was a summary of the Haunted Hustle 5K event with 450 participants.

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Mon Oct 11, 2021

City Council

Council to consider change order for Bodenhamer Center lobby renovations

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding its regular meeting with routine approvals of minutes and expense vouchers. The main business items are a board appointment to the Personnel Board and a change order for the Bodenhamer Center lobby renovations. The council will also hear public assembly permit applications for volleyball events and receive committee and staff reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $29,500 change order for Bodenhamer Center lobby renovations

The Gulf Shores City Council approved Change Order No. 1 for the Bodenhamer Center Lobby Renovations, adding $29,500 to the contract with The Green-Simmons Company, Inc. The council also approved two public assembly permits for volleyball events. All votes were unanimous among the four members present; Mayor Robert Craft and Councilman Jason Dyken were absent.

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Mon Oct 4, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores Council discusses Bodenhamer Center renovations and board appointments

The City Council work session includes discussions on a change order for the Bodenhamer Center lobby renovations. The agenda also covers a personnel board appointment and public assembly permit applications.

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✓ Decided: Council work session held; no votes taken on listed items

The Gulf Shores City Council met for a work session on October 4, 2021, but no formal votes or decisions were recorded. Agenda items included a board appointment, a change order for the Bodenhamer Center lobby renovation, and two public assembly permit applications, but none were acted upon. The meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m. after a brief discussion period and no mayor updates.

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Tue Sep 28, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on subdivision, RV park, and site plans

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a subdivision regulation amendment, a preliminary plat for Two Lakes RV Park, and a site plan/conditional use permit for Waterway 101. They will also consider a site plan for REMAX Gulf Shores. The meeting includes approval of minutes and other routine business.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves 45-lot RV park, cottages, and REMAX site plan

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved a subdivision regulation amendment, a preliminary plat for a 45-lot RV park, a conditional use permit for seven cottages, and a site plan for a REMAX building. All approvals were unanimous with conditions, and no public comments were made on the items.

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Mon Sep 27, 2021

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves $16.8M in expenses, extends DD Partners project deadline

The Gulf Shores City Council unanimously approved $16,820,453.38 in expense vouchers and several resolutions, including a bid for rye grass seed, a lease renewal, and a land lease ratification. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 2040, a fifth amendment to the DD Partners project development agreement, extending the project commencement date to June 30, 2022, with a $200,000 payment and termination option.

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Mon Sep 20, 2021

City Council

Council to consider rezone, leases, and rye grass seed bid

The Gulf Shores City Council work session will discuss several items, including a rezone request for Aventura Lot C-1, lease agreements, a project development amendment, and a bid for perennial rye grass seed. The meeting is a work session, so no final votes are expected, but the council will review these items for future action.

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✓ Decided: Council work session held; no formal votes taken

The Gulf Shores City Council met in a work session on September 20, 2021, but took no formal votes or decisions. Items on the agenda included lease ratifications, a project development agreement amendment, 2022 municipal court dates, a rye grass seed bid, and a rezoning request, but these were only discussed. The mayor reported on the Coastal Cleanup event, noting its success and plans for the 30th anniversary.

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Mon Sep 13, 2021

Beautification Board

Beautification Board to review tree ordinance update and plan Arbor Day events

The Gulf Shores Beautification Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss ongoing business, including an update on Tree Ordinance #1618, and to receive committee reports on Arbor Day, beautification awards, and seasonal decorations. The agenda also includes announcements about the Alabama Urban Forestry Education Week in October, with fees paid by the city.

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Mon Sep 13, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on demolition, drainage, and golf cart ordinance

The Gulf Shores City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and an ordinance, including demolishing unsafe properties, awarding bids for traffic signal poles and drainage maintenance, and amending the code regarding golf carts. They will also hear a public assembly permit application for Doc's Hot Trot for ARC and receive a presentation from police and fire officials.

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✓ Decided: Council approves demolition of unsafe structure at 300 Sunrise Drive

The Gulf Shores City Council approved a resolution to demolish an unsafe structure at 300 Sunrise Drive, with a contract not to exceed $12,000 to Steiner Services if the owner fails to act within 30 days. The council also approved several other resolutions, including awarding bids for traffic signal materials and drainage maintenance, authorizing a drainage study, and amending the employee handbook. An ordinance was adopted to expand designated golf cart streets in several subdivisions. All votes were unanimous.

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Tue Sep 7, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on Alvin's Island permit, Sloop rezone, and airport drainage study

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a rescheduled work session to review several planning and engineering items. Key decisions include a conditional use permit for Alvin's Island, a rezoning request for The Sloop Restaurant, and the authorization of an airport drainage study. The council will also award bids for drainage maintenance and traffic signal materials, as well as authorize a police contract with Extra Duty Solutions.

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✓ Decided: Gulf Shores council work session covers permits, bids, and ordinances

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on September 7, 2021, with all members present. The agenda included discussion items on Alvin's Island conditional use permit, The Sloop Restaurant rezoning, demolition of unsafe property, airport drainage study, drainage maintenance bid, traffic signal poles bid, police contract, golf cart ordinance, and a public assembly permit. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes; the meeting adjourned at 5:21 p.m.

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Tue Aug 31, 2021

City Council

Council to consider landfill business license revocation and election changes

The City Council will meet for a special session to discuss the business license revocation for Gulf Shores Landfill, LLC. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding mayoral legislative functions and the structure of the 2025 General Municipal Election.

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✓ Decided: Council reschedules landfill license revocation hearing to Sept. 13

The City Council voted unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 6449-21, rescheduling the business license revocation hearing for Gulf Shores Landfill, LLC to September 13, 2021 at approximately 4:30 p.m. The Council also adopted Ordinance No. 2037 to continue the mayor's legislative functions until the 2030 census release, and Ordinance No. 2038 to have a five-member at-large council for the 2025 election. The meeting was held virtually due to Hurricane Ida.

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Tue Aug 24, 2021

Planning Commission

Gulf Shores Planning Commission to consider Lot C-1 rezone and Bruce's Plumbing site plan

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of Lot C-1. The commission will also review a site plan for Bruce's Plumbing.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves two rezoning and site plan requests

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for a 1.99-acre parcel at Northshore Street and Landward Drive to General Business (BG), with conditions including a five-story height limit and a Future Land Use Plan review. They also approved a site plan for a 5,000-square-foot commercial building for Bruce's Plumbing south of 7369 Alamo Circle, with conditions related to landscaping, dumpster screening, and Future Land Use Plan review. Both approvals were unanimous (6-0).

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Mon Aug 23, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores Council to consider storm drain contracts and code amendments

The City Council will review several public assembly permit applications for local events. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding hazard mitigation, recycling support, and a contract for storm drain cleaning.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2020 Baldwin County hazard mitigation plan

The Gulf Shores City Council approved several items, including adopting the 2020 Baldwin County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, supporting a county-wide recycling cooperative, and awarding a storm drain cleaning contract. The council also amended the city code to add three-way stop signs at two intersections and updated tree protection regulations. All votes were unanimous.

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Mon Aug 16, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores Council discusses tree protection and storm drain cleaning

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several departmental items. Topics include adopting the 2020 Baldwin County Hazard Mitigation Plan and amending the Tree Protection Ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Council work session held; no formal votes taken

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on August 16, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions recorded. Items on the agenda, including the hazard mitigation plan, stop sign request, tree protection ordinance amendment, storm drain contract, recycling cooperative support, and public assembly permits, were discussed but not acted upon. Mayor Craft and officials provided updates on the Shrimp Festival and tropical storm preparedness.

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Mon Aug 9, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on contracts, annexation, and street resurfacing

The Gulf Shores City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including awarding a street resurfacing bid, approving a professional services contract for pickleball courts, and an annexation request on Stout Lane. The agenda also includes proclamations, public assembly permits for local events, and the swearing in of new fire rescue hires.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $529,977 streets resurfacing bid and new pickleball courts

The Gulf Shores City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a $529,977 bid for the FY2021 Streets Resurfacing Project, a $42,000 contract for design of 12 lighted pickleball courts, and a $253,035.92 equipment lease for four mowers. They also granted a construction and demolition debris franchise to Rock and Roll Offs and ABM Waste Management, and annexed property at 19090 Stout Lane. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with Councilman Gary M. Sinak absent.

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Mon Aug 2, 2021

City Council

Council to consider rescheduling landfill license revocation hearing

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially vote on a resolution to amend a previous resolution that rescheduled a business license revocation hearing for Gulf Shores Landfill, LLC. The council will also receive an update on the revocation matter. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

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Mon Aug 2, 2021

City Council

Council to award streets resurfacing bid, consider annexation

The Gulf Shores City Council work session will discuss and potentially act on several items, including awarding a bid for the FY2021 streets resurfacing project, awarding construction and demolition (C&D) franchises, and considering an annexation request for 19090 Stout Lane. The agenda also includes a proposed pickleball court construction at the Sportsplex, a turf maintenance equipment lease, and public assembly permits for events. This is a work session, so items are discussed and may be voted on at a later meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council work session hears drainage complaints, landfill hearing rescheduled

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on August 2, 2021, with only two members present. No formal votes were taken. The city agreed to reschedule the Gulf Shores Landfill business license revocation hearing to August 16, 2021. Residents from Meyer Park and Wedgewood raised drainage and flooding issues, and the city committed to cleaning and maintaining affected areas.

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Tue Jul 27, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission holds public hearings for Sloop rezone and two final plats

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will conduct three public hearings to review a rezoning request for The Sloop Restaurant property and final plats for the Aventura Phase 2 and Graves subdivisions. Additionally, the commission will review site plans for the Gulf Coast Center for Ecotourism and Sustainability campus and Bon Secour Village Marina Phases 1 and 2. The meeting also includes approval of June 22, 2021 minutes and a session for persons not listed on the formal agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Sloop Restaurant rezone, Aventura Phase 2, and GCCES campus

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved three major items: the Sloop Restaurant property rezone into the Waterway Village Overlay District, the Aventura Phase 2 subdivision final plat (109 lots), and the Gulf Coast Center for Ecotourism and Sustainability (GCCES) campus site plan. All approvals passed with conditions, including infrastructure requirements, fee payments, and land use plan updates. The Graves Subdivision final plat was also approved with conditions, including a $17,864 sidewalk fee.

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Mon Jul 26, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores council to vote on 2022 winter shows, resident survey, annexation

The Gulf Shores City Council is meeting to approve routine items and several contracts, including the 2022 Winter Entertainment Series, a resident survey with ETC Institute, and an intergovernmental agreement with Baldwin County for the Aventura Turn Lane. The council will also consider an annexation request for Skiff Lane and designate bank account signatories.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.84M in expenses, 2022 winter entertainment contracts

The Gulf Shores City Council approved $1,844,085.60 in expense vouchers and adopted four resolutions, including authorizing up to $90,000 for 2022 Winter Entertainment Series contracts, a $17,500 resident satisfaction survey with ETC Institute, a $200,000 intergovernmental agreement with Baldwin County for a left-turn lane, and designating bank account signatories. The council also approved the annexation of 5143 Skiff Lane (Lot 4A River Pines Subdivision) via Ordinance No. 2032 and a public assembly permit for the Sunset Series at the Town Green.

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Mon Jul 19, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores council to weigh annexation, survey contract, bank signatories

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding a work session to discuss several administrative and policy items, including an intergovernmental agreement with Baldwin County for a turn lane, designating signatories on a Library Advisory Board bank account, a resident satisfaction survey contract, 2022 winter entertainment contracts, a public assembly permit, and a proposed annexation at 5143 Skiff Lane. No final votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and staff reports.

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✓ Decided: Council work session held; no formal votes taken

The Gulf Shores City Council met in a rescheduled work session on July 19, 2021, with Mayor Robert Craft presiding. All council members were present except Councilman Philip Harris. The agenda included items for discussion only, such as an intergovernmental service agreement for the Aventura Turn Lane, bank signatory designations for the Library Advisory Board, a resident satisfaction survey contract, 2022 Winter Entertainment Series contracts, a public assembly permit for the COGS Sunset Series, and an annexation request for 5143 Skiff Lane. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was informational, and Mayor Craft recognized Ms. Francis Holk-Jones, who announced her candidacy for Alabama State House District 95.

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Mon Jul 12, 2021

City Council

Council to consider zoning change, speed limits, and multiple agreements

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including a public hearing on a zoning text amendment regarding site plan expiration, and new business items such as authorizing the mayor to negotiate a real property purchase, applying for an APLS grant, and entering into agreements with AHSAA for softball and track championships. The council will also consider ordinances to amend the speed limit, grant a taxi franchise to Bama Beach Shuttle, approve a C-Spire right-of-way use and franchise agreement, and update electrical and certificate of occupancy requirements. Additionally, they will recognize firefighters with awards and approve minutes and expense vouchers.

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✓ Decided: Council approves zoning change, speed limits, and C Spire franchise

The Gulf Shores City Council approved a zoning text amendment (Ordinance 2027) updating site plan expiration rules, and adopted a new speed limit ordinance (Ordinance 2028) for various city roads. It also granted a 10-year non-exclusive franchise to C Spire (Ordinance 2030) to construct and operate a telecommunications system, and approved a taxi franchise for Bama Beach Shuttle (Ordinance 2029). The council authorized the mayor to negotiate the purchase of 7.47 acres for a future road for up to $79,000, and ratified a $520,603.20 contract for Hurricane Sally debris monitoring.

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Tue Jul 6, 2021

City Council

Council to consider speed limit reductions on AL-180 and AL-59

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including grant opportunities, agreements for regional championships, code amendments, franchise agreements, and a speed limit reduction request. The most consequential item is a request to reduce speed limits on AL-180 and AL-59, which would require an ordinance. Other items include authorizing a taxi franchise, a C-Spire right-of-way agreement, and a real property purchase for a road project.

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✓ Decided: Council work session covers grants, taxi franchise, and storm updates

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on July 6, 2021, with no formal votes taken. Items discussed included an APLS grant opportunity, tri-party agreements for AHSAA softball and track championships, a code amendment on power release and certificates of occupancy, a taxi franchise request from Bama Beach Shuttle, a C-Spire ROW agreement, ratification of Task Order #2 for Thompson Engineering, a speed limit reduction request, and authorization for the mayor to negotiate a real property purchase. Updates were given on Tropical Storm Elsa and drainage issues.

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Mon Jun 28, 2021

City Council

Council to approve MOU with schools, amend gym contract, beach monitoring deal

The Gulf Shores City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including authorizing a memorandum of understanding with Gulf Shores City Schools, amending a professional services contract for the Gulf Shores High School gym project, authorizing a contract with Olsen Associates for beach monitoring, and accepting a rights-of-way donation from ALDOT. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and expense vouchers.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $60K contract amendment for Gulf Shores High School gym project

The Gulf Shores City Council approved four resolutions at its June 28, 2021 meeting. It authorized a $60,000 amendment to the Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood contract for the Gulf Shores High School Gym project, bringing the total to $453,897.92. It also approved a $51,900 contract with Olsen Associates for annual beach monitoring, a memorandum of understanding with Gulf Shores City Schools for joint facility use, and a rights-of-way donation of 26.37 acres to ALDOT for a new spur road. The council approved the June 14 minutes, June 21 work session minutes, and expense vouchers totaling $1,768,359.80.

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Tue Jun 22, 2021

Planning Commission

Gulf Shores Planning Commission to weigh shark-themed CUP, subdivision plat, oyster lab site plan

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission is meeting to consider three land-use items: a conditional use permit for Alvin's Island's shark display, final plat approval for the West 2nd Street subdivision, and a site plan for an oyster research facility. The agenda also includes routine approval of prior minutes and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission denies shark sculpture CUP, approves subdivision and oyster facility

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission denied a conditional use permit for a 17-foot shark sculpture at Alvin's Island, voting 9-0. It approved the West Second Subdivision final plat with conditions, including a $7,062 fee in lieu of sidewalk construction, and approved a site plan for an Oyster Research Facility with a $25,215 fee in lieu of sidewalk. The Graves Subdivision preliminary plat was deferred to the July meeting.

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Mon Jun 21, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores council to weigh school gym contract, beach monitoring, road donation

The Gulf Shores City Council work session will discuss several action items, including a contract amendment for the high school gym project, a task order for annual beach monitoring, a rights-of-way donation for Spur Road, and a joint-use facilities agreement. No final votes are taken at work sessions; these items are for discussion before formal action.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses beach monitoring, gym contract, and road items

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on June 21, 2021, discussing but not voting on several agenda items, including a GMC contract amendment for the Gulf Shores High Gym Project, a task order for annual beach monitoring, a rights-of-way donation from ALDOT for Spur Road, and a joint use of public facilities agreement. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational and procedural.

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Mon Jun 14, 2021

City Council

✓ Decided: Gulf Shores Council adopts 2021 building codes, updates construction rules

The Gulf Shores City Council unanimously approved a series of resolutions and ordinances, including adopting the 2021 International Building Codes with local amendments, updating supplemental construction requirements, and granting a taxi franchise to Mary's Taxi Service. The council also approved contracts for engineering services, a fireworks display, and a market analysis, and authorized a wetland waiver for North Little Lagoon Estates.

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Mon Jun 7, 2021

City Council

Council to consider 2021 building code update and roundabout proposal

The Gulf Shores City Council work session will discuss adopting the 2021 International Codes with amendments, a roundabout at Regency Road/Clubhouse Drive, and a pedestrian improvements project. They will also consider a market analysis contract, a ground lease consent for American Tower, and several permits and franchise requests.

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✓ Decided: Council work session reviews agenda items; no formal votes taken

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on June 7, 2021, to discuss agenda items including building code updates, a market analysis contract, roundabout and pedestrian improvement proposals, a grant application, franchise changes, and zoning amendments. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the session was for discussion and review. The mayor also announced the passing of former Councilmember Judy Kaiser and Deputy William Smith.

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Tue Jun 1, 2021

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Zoning board to hear variance and subdivision density appeal

The Gulf Shores Board of Zoning & Adjustment is meeting to consider a variance request for a property on Ancient Oaks Circle and an appeal regarding the Callaway Subdivision's conservation subdivision density. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and a public hearing for items not on the formal agenda.

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Tue May 25, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews subdivisions, site plans, and zoning text amendment

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission is meeting to consider several development-related items, including a preliminary plat for Callaway North Subdivision, a zoning text amendment on site plan expiration, and site plans for Dollar General, Lost Dunes Cottages, and East Eleven Cottages. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and a public hearing period for items not on the formal agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves 37-lot Callaway North subdivision with conditions

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for Callaway North, a 37-lot single-family subdivision on State Highway 180, with conditions including sidewalk and drainage easement modifications. The commission also approved a zoning text amendment on site plan expiration, a Dollar General site plan, and two cottage subdivisions (Lost Dunes and East Eleven). All votes were unanimous except where noted.

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Mon May 24, 2021

City Council

Council to consider zoning changes for Bon Secour Village

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances to amend the zoning ordinance and the planned unit development (PUD) for Bon Secour Village. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including accepting FAA grants for airport taxiway improvements and COVID-19 relief, awarding bids for debris monitoring and lobby renovations, and other administrative items.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Bon Secour Village marina rezoning and PUD amendment

The Gulf Shores City Council approved two ordinances rezoning 22.65 acres at 350 Waterway West Boulevard from PUD/RPC to PUD/ICW-North and amending the Bon Secour Village PUD Master Plan to allow a marina complex with dry boat storage, boat sales, a 45-slip marina, restaurant, and clubhouse. The council also approved several resolutions, including accepting FAA grants, awarding contracts for debris monitoring and lobby renovations, and consenting to a franchise assignment. All votes were unanimous.

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Mon May 17, 2021

City Council

Council to approve FAA grants, lobby renovation, and emergency services contracts

The Gulf Shores City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially authorize several agreements and contracts, including FAA grants for the airport, a bid for lobby renovations, and proposals for disaster recovery and debris monitoring services. They will also consider a wetland acquisition project and a franchise assignment for harbor communications.

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✓ Decided: Council work session reviews airport, engineering, and finance items

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on May 17, 2021, with all members present. No formal votes were taken; items discussed included FAA grant agreements for the airport, bids for Bodenhamer Center renovations, proposals for disaster and debris services, a wetland project, and a harbor communication franchise assignment. Mayor Craft noted the meeting was moved for social distancing and streamed on Facebook Live.

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Mon May 10, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores Council to consider ABC licenses and tree protection ordinance

The City Council will review ABC license applications for Beachin Eats and Comfort Inn Beachside Bar. The meeting also includes discussions on a tree protection ordinance amendment and various permit applications.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 24-story, 110-unit condo with beach access

The Gulf Shores City Council approved a conditional use permit for a 24-story, 110-unit condominium development with a dedicated 24-foot public beach access in the 500 block of East Beach Boulevard, subject to conditions. The council also approved ABC licenses for two establishments, accepted a bid for City Store apparel, rejected bids for skate park restroom modifications, and adopted a tree protection ordinance.

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Mon May 3, 2021

City Council

Council to consider ABC licenses, skate park bid rejection, and tree ordinance

The Gulf Shores City Council work session will discuss several items including ABC license applications for Beachin Eats and Comfort Inn Beachside Bar, rejecting a bid for skate park restroom modifications, awarding a bid for 2021 City Store apparel, and considering public assembly permits for Bike MS Tour De Beach and PhinMan Youth Triathlon. They will also review a wetlands waiver request for North Little Lagoon Estates and an ordinance amendment to the tree protection code.

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✓ Decided: Council work session covers bids, permits, zoning items

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on May 3, 2021, with no formal votes taken. Items discussed included rejecting a bid for skate park restroom modifications, awarding a bid for 2021 City Store apparel, public assembly permits for Bike MS Tour de Beach and PhinMan Youth Triathlon, a wetlands waiver request, and a tree protection ordinance amendment. The meeting was procedural, with no decisions made.

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Tue Apr 27, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear Sunset Point, Raley Farms plats

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will hold public hearings on preliminary and final subdivision plats, including Sunset Point and Raley Farms Phase 1. The agenda also includes items for deferral, a site plan for a new Sherwin Williams store, and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Sunset Point, Raley Farms, Sherwin Williams

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved three major applications: the Sunset Point preliminary subdivision plat (9-0), the Raley Farms Phase 1 final plat (9-0), and the Sherwin Williams paint store site plan (9-0), each with conditions. Two items were deferred: Callaway North Conservation Subdivision to the next meeting and Alvin's Island Shark Novelty Architecture indefinitely. The minutes from March 23, 2021 were approved 7-0 with three abstentions.

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Tue Apr 27, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on Alvin's Island shark, subdivisions

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a 17-foot shark structure at Alvin's Island, a 55-lot conservation subdivision, a four-lot subdivision, and a 90-lot final plat. Staff recommends denial of the shark permit. The commission will also review a site plan for a Sherwin Williams store.

✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Sunset Point, Raley Farms, Sherwin Williams

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved three major applications: the Sunset Point preliminary subdivision plat, the Raley Farms Phase 1 final plat, and the Sherwin Williams paint store site plan, each with conditions. Two other applications were deferred: Callaway North Conservation Subdivision to the next meeting and Alvin's Island Shark Novelty Architecture indefinitely. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

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Mon Apr 26, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores Council to consider sidewalk repairs and board reappointments

The City Council will review ABC license applications and consider a contract for miscellaneous sidewalk repairs. The meeting also includes resolutions for board reappointments to Gulf Shores Utilities and the GSCS Board of Education.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.84M in expenses and three liquor licenses

The Gulf Shores City Council approved $1,838,808.40 in expense vouchers and three ABC liquor license applications (Oyster Bay Restaurant & Marina, Laurias by the Beach, and Tom Thumb #159) with no public opposition. The council also adopted three resolutions: reappointing Mayor Robert Craft to the Gulf Shores Utilities Board, accepting J & A Contracting's bid for sidewalk repairs, and reappointing Nichole P. Gotschall to the Board of Education. All votes were unanimous among the five members present; Councilman Joe Garris Jr. was absent.

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Wed Apr 21, 2021

Beautification Board

Beautification Board discusses tree ordinance and committee reports

The Beautification Board is reviewing updates on Tree Ordinance #1618 and board membership expansion. Various committees will provide reports on Arbor Day, seasonal decorations, and landscaping work.

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Mon Apr 19, 2021

City Council

Council to consider ABC licenses, sidewalk repairs, bike month

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including ABC license applications for four businesses, a board reappointment, a sidewalk repair contract, and a proclamation for National Bike Month. These are discussion items, not final votes.

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✓ Decided: Council work session held; no formal votes taken

The Gulf Shores City Council met in a work session on April 19, 2021, with Mayor Robert Craft presiding. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the agenda items were discussed but not acted upon. The mayor announced a Resident Town Hall Meeting for April 29, 2021, to gather community input for a vision plan.

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Mon Apr 12, 2021

City Council

Council to consider PUD amendment, speed limits, golf carts, and franchise renewals

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 12, 2021, with a public hearing on an ordinance to amend the PUD for The Lake Property. The council will also consider several resolutions and ordinances, including awarding a bid for police emergency equipment, authorizing a grant application, approving budget amendments, and renewing beach franchise agreements.

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✓ Decided: Council approves PUD amendment allowing attached homes in Lake Property Pod D

The Gulf Shores City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2014, amending the Lake Property PUD master plan to allow single-family attached uses in Pod D, with a maximum of 72 units and a reduced total of 497 units for the development. The council also approved a $3,029,134.20 expense voucher list, a $37,009.84 police equipment bid from Dana Safety Supply, and a $50,000 ACAMP grant application for beach access improvements. Several other resolutions and ordinances were adopted, including speed limit changes, golf cart regulations, and franchise renewals for beach services.

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Tue Apr 6, 2021

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Board to consider amending Birdie Townhomes variance for buffer fences

The Gulf Shores Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request to amend the conditions of a 2016 variance for Birdie Townhomes, a 16-unit development at 1695 Regency Road. The amendment would modify the height and location of required buffer fences. The board will also approve minutes from its September 2020 meeting and hear public comments.

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Mon Apr 5, 2021

City Council

Council to award Beach Walking District improvements bid

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding a special meeting and work session to discuss and decide on several items, including awarding a bid for the Beach Walking District Improvements Project, ratifying leases at the airport, and various other contracts and agreements. The agenda includes a mix of decisions and discussions, with no public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $949,488.77 bid for Beach Walking District improvements

The Gulf Shores City Council held a special meeting and work session on April 5, 2021. The only formal vote was the unanimous adoption of Resolution No. 6391-21, awarding the bid for the Beach Walking District TAP Streetscape and Pedestrian Improvements Plan to McElhenney Construction LLC for an amount not to exceed $949,488.77. All other agenda items were discussed as a work session with no votes taken. The meeting also included a school board appointment notice and announcements about a possible mask mandate revision and a town hall meeting.

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Tue Mar 23, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear Bon Secour Village rezoning and marine facility requests

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning, subdivision, and conditional use permit requests. Key items include a rezoning of 22.65 acres in Bon Secour Village, a major marine facility expansion, and multiple preliminary plats for new subdivisions. The commission will also consider a site plan for phasing the Seaglass Condominium project.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Bon Secour Village rezoning and marine facility

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved a rezoning for 22.65 acres of Bon Secour Village to allow a marine facility, with a condition limiting building height to 8 stories. It also approved a PUD amendment for a large dry boat storage and marina complex, adding a condition allowing a 150-foot flagpole. The commission approved preliminary plats for Raley Farms Phase 2 and North Lagoon Estates, and deferred decisions on the Callaway North subdivision and Alvin's Island shark structure to the next meeting.

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Mon Mar 22, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on zoning variance text amendment and motorcycle rental rules

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning text amendment regarding the effect of variances, and vote on an ordinance to regulate the rental of motorcycles and motor-driven cycles. They will also consider a traffic signal maintenance agreement with ALDOT and award a bid for Medical Village Access Improvements Phase 1B. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and expense vouchers, plus a proclamation for Lemonade Day 2021.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts ordinance regulating rented motorcycles and motor-driven cycles

The Gulf Shores City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2013, which adds Article IV to Chapter 22 of the City Code to regulate the rental and use of rented motorcycles and motor-driven cycles. The ordinance establishes requirements for rental businesses, including operator licensing, safety equipment, insurance, and penalties for violations. The vote was 3-2, with Councilmen Sinak and Jones voting nay. The council also approved a $1,837,190.25 contract for the Medical Village Access Improvements Phase 1B and accepted an ALDOT maintenance agreement for a new traffic signal.

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Mon Mar 15, 2021

City Council

Council to consider motorcycle rental ordinance, Phoenix II condos, and road bids

The Gulf Shores City Council work session will discuss several items, including a proposed ordinance to regulate motorcycle and motor-driven cycle rentals, a conditional use permit and site plan for the Phoenix Gulf Shores II condominium, and bids for the Medical Village Access Improvements Phase 1B. They will also review a hazard mitigation plan, a traffic signal maintenance agreement with ALDOT, and a public assembly permit for a 5K event.

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✓ Decided: Council work session held; no formal votes taken

The Gulf Shores City Council met in a work session on March 15, 2021, with Mayor Robert Craft presiding. The agenda included discussions on the Baldwin County Hazard Mitigation Plan, an ALDOT traffic signal maintenance agreement, a bid for Medical Village Access Improvements Phase 1B, motorcycle rental regulation, a CUP/site plan for Phoenix Gulf Shores II Condominium, and a public assembly permit for the Zydeco Crawfish 5K. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this session; items were listed for discussion only. Mayor Craft announced a Town Hall meeting for April 20, and updates were given on COVID-19 vaccine availability and weekend citations.

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Mon Mar 8, 2021

City Council

Council to award bids for tennis complex and shade sails

The Gulf Shores City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including awarding bids for the Tennis Complex Restoration Project and Gulf Place Shade Sail Installation, accepting a proposal from Barge Design Solutions, and authorizing closeout change orders for Coastal Gateway Blvd. They will also consider franchise ordinances for Mediacom and Beach Express Taxi, and a public assembly permit for Music at Meyer Park.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.38M in expenses, new cable and taxi franchises

The Gulf Shores City Council approved expense vouchers totaling $2,382,602.31 and adopted resolutions to award bids for the Tennis Complex Restoration and Gulf Place Shade Sail projects. The council also granted a 5-year cable franchise to Mediacom Southeast LLC and a taxi franchise to Beach Express Taxi, and approved change orders for the Coastal Gateway Boulevard project.

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Mon Mar 1, 2021

City Council

Council to consider grants, bids, and franchise renewals

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a grant agreement for the Airport Authority, bids for the Tennis Complex Restoration and Gulf Place Shade Sail projects, a professional services agreement with Barge Design Solutions, closeout change orders for Coastal Gateway Blvd., franchise renewals for Mediacom and Beach Express Taxi, a public assembly permit for Music at Meyer Park, and a request to amend the PUD for Lake Property. No final votes are expected at this work session.

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✓ Decided: Council work session reviews bids, franchises, and permits; no votes taken

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on March 1, 2021, to discuss agenda items but took no formal votes. Items reviewed included airport funding, bids for tennis complex restoration and shade sails, franchise renewals, a taxi franchise request, and a public assembly permit. The meeting was procedural, with no decisions made.

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Tue Feb 23, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh 24-story condo with beach access

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a 24-story, 110-unit condominium with a 24-foot public beach access on East Beach Boulevard. The commission will also review a site plan for a contractor's office/warehouse on Commerce Drive. The meeting includes approval of minutes and other routine items.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves 24-story Phoenix Gulf Shores II condominium CUP

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the Phoenix Gulf Shores II Condominium, a 24-story, 110-unit building with a 24-foot public beach access on East Beach Boulevard, despite resident opposition. The commission also approved a site plan for a contractor's office/warehouse at 1220 Commerce Drive. Both approvals were unanimous (8-0).

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Mon Feb 22, 2021

City Council

Council to consider liquor license, trash franchise, and Hurricane Sally repairs

The Gulf Shores City Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including a public hearing for a liquor license, ordinances on motor-driven cycles and trash collection franchise renewal, and resolutions to award bids and accept proposals for repair and bridge projects. The council will also vote on donating surplus fire equipment.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $320K Hurricane Sally lighting repair contract

The Gulf Shores City Council approved a bid for the Gulf Place Hurricane Sally lighting repairs, renewed non-residential garbage franchise agreements, and tabled a proposed ordinance regulating motor-driven cycle rentals. The council also approved several professional service contracts for bridge work and donated surplus fire equipment.

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Mon Feb 15, 2021

City Council

Council to consider liquor license transfer, bridge study, and zoning change

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a liquor license transfer for Al's Liquor, a zoning text amendment regarding variance timelines, and professional service proposals for the West 4th Street Bridge project. They will also consider awarding a bid for lighting repairs at Gulf Place, renewing a non-residential garbage franchise with Republic Services, and declaring fire department equipment as surplus.

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✓ Decided: Council work session reviews bridge, lighting, and zoning items

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session on February 15, 2021, discussing but not voting on several agenda items. These included accepting professional proposals for the West 4th Street Bridge project, awarding a bid for the Gulf Place Hurricane Sally lighting repair, renewing garbage collection franchises, surplus and donating fire equipment, and a zoning text amendment for a 1-year variance timeline. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only.

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Mon Feb 8, 2021

City Council

Council to vote on garage setback zoning change and credit card use

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning text amendment regarding garage setbacks (ORD 2008). The council will also vote on a resolution to authorize municipal credit card use (RESO 6376) and a board reappointment to the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber (RESO 6377). The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval, expense vouchers, and a firefighter achievement presentation.

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Mon Feb 8, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review two-phase Village at Craft Farms plat

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests for The Village at Craft Farms Subdivision. The first is a revision to the preliminary plat to add a phase line, splitting the development into two phases. The second is final plat approval for Phase 1, which includes 84 lots on 35 acres.

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Mon Feb 1, 2021

City Council

✓ Decided: Council work session hears school master plan update

The Gulf Shores City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They heard a presentation from GSCS Superintendent Dr. Matt Akin on the school system's master plan, discussed a board reappointment for Joe Garris Jr., and received an update on procurement credit card authorization. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

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Tue Jan 26, 2021

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Osprey Landing final plat, zoning text changes

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a final plat for the 25-lot Osprey Landing Phase 2 subdivision, a zoning text amendment to allow one year to act on approved variances, and a subdivision regulation amendment replacing Public Works Director references with City Engineer. The commission will also review a site plan for a 4,297-square-foot building at 3877 Gulf Shores Parkway and discuss a PUD amendment for Cottages at Craft Farms.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Osprey Landing Phase 2 final plat with conditions

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved the final plat for Osprey Landing Phase 2, a 25-lot subdivision on 9.19 acres, with conditions. It also approved a zoning text amendment allowing one year to act on variances, a subdivision regulation amendment replacing Public Works Director references with City Engineer, and a site plan for a 4,297 sq ft building. All votes were 8-0.

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Mon Jan 25, 2021

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves Raley Farms rezoning with new conditions

The Gulf Shores City Council approved a rezoning modification for the 162.7-acre Raley Farms property, adding conditions on density, lot sizes, and road construction. The council also adopted a new ordinance regulating mobile food units, accepted streets in Craft Farms North, and awarded several contracts, including a $4.08 million bid for the elementary school expansion.

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Wed Jan 13, 2021

Beautification Board

Beautification Board to review tree ordinance, board expansion, award signs

The Gulf Shores Beautification Board will hold its regular meeting on January 13, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The agenda includes updates on the tree ordinance (#1618), efforts to increase board membership to 12, additional beautification award signs, and a new recognition card designed by Lindsay Hart. Committee reports will cover Arbor Day, poster contest, awards, media, and other projects. The meeting is open to the public with social distancing and masks required.

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Mon Jan 11, 2021

City Council

Council to award Sportsplex resurfacing bid, approve lifeguard MOUs

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing for an ABC license for Cazadores Mexican Restaurant. New business includes awarding a bid for Sportsplex triple jump and runway resurfacing, approving memorandums of understanding for lifeguard services at The Lodge at Gulf State Park and the Saltwater Pavilion, and an ordinance to authorize a taxi franchise for Coastal Express Shuttle.

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✓ Decided: Council approves lifeguard MOUs, Sportsplex bid, taxi franchise

The Gulf Shores City Council approved two lifeguard service agreements, accepted a bid for Sportsplex track resurfacing, and granted a taxi franchise to Coastal Express Shuttle. All votes were unanimous among the five members present; Councilman Gary M. Sinak was absent. The council also approved expense vouchers totaling $12,172,330.17 and a liquor license for Cazadores Mexican Restaurant.

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Mon Jan 4, 2021

City Council

Gulf Shores City Council holds special meeting with executive session

This is a special meeting of the Gulf Shores City Council. The agenda consists only of procedural items: call to order, roll call, an executive session, other business, and adjournment. No specific decisions or discussion items are listed.

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Mon Jan 4, 2021

City Council

Council to consider ABC license transfer for Cazadores Mexican Restaurant

The Gulf Shores City Council work session will discuss several items, including an ABC license transfer for Cazadores Mexican Restaurant, a taxi franchise request, and multiple lifeguard service agreements. Also on the agenda are a bid for Sportsplex track resurfacing, a zoning text amendment for garage placement, and a rezoning request for Raley Farms. The meeting is a work session, so items are for discussion rather than final decisions.

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