Gulf Shores public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold seven public hearings regarding zoning text amendments and land subdivision requests. The body is also discussing updates to commission bylaws and the 2026 calendar.

• ZTA25-06: Proposed modification to vacation rental sign standards
• ZA25-000053: Conditional Use Permit for beach access easement at 957 Wet Beach Boulevard
• ZTA25-09: Amendment to Walking Overlay District boundaries and allowed uses
• ZTA25-10: Amendment to Annexation/Prezone Regulations
• Final plat requests to split lots in Bon Secour Village and at 217 West Lagoon Avenue

The commission approved three final subdivision plats for Bon Secour Village and a resubdivision in Gulf Shores, all unanimously. It also approved the Crystal Village Conditional Use Permit with ten specific conditions. Additional actions included a vacation‑rental sign amendment, a zoning amendment for annexation/pre‑zone regulations, and changes to the commission bylaws. The Walking Overlay District amendment was tabled.

• Approved ZA25-000055 Morlin Subdivision Final Plat (8-0)
• Approved ZA25-000058 Lot 23 Bon Secour Village South Final Plat (8-0)
• Approved ZA25-000056 Resubdivision of Lot 10, Block 1, Unit 2 Gulf Shores Final Plat with conditions (8-0)
• Approved ZA25-000053 Crystal Village Conditional Use Permit with ten conditions (8-0)
• Approved ZTA25-06 Vacation Rental Signs Zoning Text Amendment (8-0)
• Tabled ZTA25-10 Walking Overlay District Zoning Text Amendment (7-0)
• Approved ZTA25-09 Annexation/Prezone Regulations Zoning Text Amendment (7-0)
• Approved changes to Planning Commission Bylaws (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2026 budget and a new business license fee schedule. The body will also discuss real property donations and several ordinances amending the city code regarding public beaches, adult establishments, and group permits.

• Adoption of the City of Gulf Shores 2026 Budget
• Adoption of a business license fee schedule
• Real property donations involving Aviles wetland land and Downtown 10 LLC
• Ordinance amendments for public beach conduct, adult establishment licensing, and large group activity permits
• Public assembly permit application for Polar Bear Dip 2026

The council approved the minutes of the Dec. 1 work session and unanimously approved expense vouchers totaling $1,088,706.43. It also approved the Assembly Permit for the Gulf Shores Kiwanis Club’s Polar Bear Dip 2026. The council accepted a gratuitous donation of 5.64 acres from Downtown 10, LLC and adopted the City’s 2026 operating budget.

• Approved Dec. 1 work session minutes (6 ayes)
• Approved expense vouchers $1,088,706.43 (unanimous)
• Approved Assembly Permit for Polar Bear Dip 2026 (6 ayes)
• Accepted 5.64‑acre real‑property donation from Downtown 10, LLC (6 ayes)
• Adopted 2026 operating budget and related financial resolutions (6 ayes)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council will consider a resolution that would give the mayor authority to sign and implement a settlement agreement concerning a Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) claim. The resolution is listed as a formal agenda item and will be voted on during the meeting. No other substantive actions are detailed on the agenda.

• Resolution to authorize the mayor to execute a settlement agreement for an FLSA claim (see document 110574404.1)

The council voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss pending legal options. After reconvening, the council adopted Resolution 7068-25, authorizing the mayor to sign and fund a settlement of Fair Labor Standards Act claims. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7068-25 authorizing mayor to execute settlement agreement and make payments (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission meeting on December 2, 2025 includes a discussion of vacation rental sign regulations. Commissioners will review proposed signage requirements for vacation rentals. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda. The public is welcome to attend.

• Vacation Rental Signs Regulations – discussion item

The commission reviewed proposed signage regulations for vacation‑rental properties and heard public comments. No formal action, vote, or approval was recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The City Council will discuss awarding a residential refuse franchise to Republic Services, LLC and a 2025 budget amendment. The meeting also includes proposals for zoning text amendments regarding townhouses and new regulations for mobility device rentals.

• Award franchise ordinance for Republic Services, LLC
• Zoning Text Amendments ZTA25-08 and ZTA25-07 regarding townhouses in BN and BG zones
• Resolution for 2025 Budget Amendment 2
• Wetland Waiver Request for Edwin Oaks Subdivision
• Ordinances to regulate mobility vehicle rentals and operation

The council approved the minutes of the November 24 meeting (four ayes, one abstention). It adopted Resolution 7062‑25 authorizing three public parking spaces in the Professional Court right‑of‑way (unanimous ayes). It also adopted Resolution 7063‑25 amending the FY2025 budget (unanimous ayes) and, after suspending procedural rules, adopted Ordinance 2185 granting a nonexclusive five‑year franchise to Republic Services for residential waste collection (unanimous ayes). Zoning text amendments and a wetland waiver were presented for future public hearings.

• Approved November 24 minutes (4 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Adopted Resolution 7062‑25 authorizing three public parking spaces (5 ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 7063‑25 amending FY2025 budget (5 ayes)
• Suspended rules of procedure to consider Ordinance 2185 (5 ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance 2185 granting nonexclusive franchise to Republic Services (5 ayes)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning text amendment for public notifications. The body will also consider several contract renewals, board appointments, and construction bids for traffic signals and beach district projects.

• Public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment regarding Public Notifications
• Bid award for Traffic Signal Construction at Medical Village Blvd.
• Bid award for Traffic Signal Construction at GSHS
• Bid award to Trenchline Civil, LLC for Beach Walking District Phase 3 Project
• Loan agreement for Airport Authority design phase

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2183, amending the city zoning text. It also approved a $1.5 million loan to the Gulf Shores Airport Authority for the Terminal 1.5 design phase. In addition, the council granted a tree‑removal appeal at 1352 W Fairway Drive and approved expense vouchers totaling $5,895,458.82.

• Adopted Ordinance 2183 (zoning amendment) – vote 5‑0
• Approved Resolution 7054 – $1.5 M loan to Airport Authority – vote 5‑0
• Approved Resolution 7053 – tree‑protection appeal for 1352 W Fairway Drive – vote 5‑0
• Approved expense vouchers totaling $5,895,458.82 – vote 5‑0
• Approved minutes of Special Council Meeting Nov 10, 2025 – vote 5‑0
• Approved minutes of Regular Council Meeting Nov 10, 2025 – vote 5‑0
• Approved minutes of Special Council Meeting Nov 17, 2025 – vote 5‑0
• Approved minutes of Council Work Session Nov 17, 2025 – vote 5‑0

Beautification Board

The Gulf Shores Beautification Board will receive reports on Arbor Day tree distribution, poster contest, awards, and ongoing tree‑planting projects. Members will discuss grant awards that enable plaza construction on both sides of the Pedestrian Bridge and a greenhouse at the Center for Eco Tourism. The meeting will also include new business, a public hearing, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Arbor Day distribution of 350 hardwood trees and 100 citrus trees
• Grant awarded to allow plazas to be built on either side of the Pedestrian Bridge
• Grant received to construct a greenhouse at the Center for Eco Tourism
• Tree City application submitted and pending approval
• Planning & Zoning report: tree planting planned around Sims Park at 22"4 Avenue and 3% Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will approve the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It will review the Ocean Blue Cottages site plan (ZA25-000045). Public hearings will be held on the Bon Secour Village final subdivision plat (ZA25-000050) and on zoning text amendments for vacation rental signs (ZTA25-06), BG district uses (ZTA25-07), and BN district uses (ZTA25-08). The commission will also consider a bylaws update and officer elections.

• Approve October 21, 2025 minutes
• Review Ocean Blue Cottages site plan (ZA25-000045)
• Public hearing on Bon Secour Village final subdivision plat (ZA25-000050)
• Public hearing on Vacation Rental Signs zoning text amendment (ZTA25-06)
• Public hearing on BG zoning district uses amendment (ZTA25-07)

The Planning Commission approved the BN Zoning Text Amendment that moves townhouses and multifamily uses to Conditional Use Permit status. It also approved the BG amendment for townhouses, the Ocean Blue Cottages site plan, and the Bon Secour Village final plat, each with conditions. The Vacation Rental Signs amendment was postponed to the December 16 meeting, and new officers were elected for the next year.

• Approved Ocean Blue Cottages site plan with conditions (8-0)
• Approved Bon Secour Village final subdivision plat with conditions (8-0)
• Postponed Vacation Rental Signs zoning amendment to Dec 16 and scheduled work session (8-0)
• Approved BG district amendment allowing townhouses via CUP (8-0)
• Approved BN district amendment allowing townhouses and multifamily via CUP (8-0)
• Elected Pete Vakakes as Chairman for next year (8-0)
• Elected Frank Malone as Vice Chairman for next year (8-0)
• Approved minutes from Oct 28, 2025 (8-0)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council will meet to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding for an Airport Authority loan, award contracts for traffic signals and the Beach Walking District Phase 3, and renew contracts with consulting firms.

• Authorize MOU for Airport Authority Loan
• Award bid for Traffic Signal Construction - Medical Village Blvd.
• Award bid for Beach Walking District Phase 3 Project
• Award bid for Traffic Signal Construction - GSHS
• Approve Contract Renewals - Van Scoyoc Associates and Christie Strategy Group

The November 17, 2025 Gulf Shores City Council work session listed several agenda items, including authorizations, contract renewals, bid awards, and a tree removal permit appeal. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, vote tallies, or other substantive decisions for these items.

City Council

The special council meeting discussed the 2026 budget but took no formal action on it. Councilmember Jason Dyken moved to adjourn, seconded by Councilmember Stephen E. Jones, and the motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 3:07 p.m.

• Adjourned special meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council will hold a public hearing on three ordinances affecting 4199 County Rd 6: a pre‑zoning, an annexation and a zoning‑classification change. The council will also vote on resolutions to reschedule 2026 meetings, appoint board members, approve a TAP grant, authorize a construction change order, and establish a new line of credit with SouthState Bank.

• Ordinance – Approve Pre‑Zoning of Property – 4199 County Rd 6
• Ordinance – Approve Annexation – 4199 County Rd 6
• Ordinance – Approve Changing Zoning Classification – 4199 County Rd 6
• Resolution – Authorize Board Appointments & Reappointments
• Ordinance – Authorize New Line of Credit – SouthState Bank

The council approved the October 27, November 3 (organizational) and November 3 (work session) meeting minutes. Expense vouchers totaling $7,558,991.57 were approved unanimously. Ordinance No. 2179 rezoning four parcels on County Road 6 from residential to General Business was adopted unanimously. Ordinance No. 2180 annexing property at 4199 County Road 6 into the city limits was adopted unanimously.

• Approved October 27, 2025 minutes (5 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved November 3, 2025 organizational meeting minutes (6 ayes)
• Approved November 3, 2025 work session minutes (5 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved expense vouchers of $7,558,991.57 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2179 rezoning four parcels on County Rd 6 (6 ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2180 annexing 4199 County Rd 6 into city limits (6 ayes)

City Council

The council voted unanimously to enter an Executive Session to discuss potential legal controversies. The session was recessed and set to reconvene at 3:11 p.m., also by unanimous vote. The council then unanimously adjourned the meeting at 3:41 p.m. No other actions were taken.

• Enter Executive Session (6 ayes, unanimous)
• Recess Executive Session, reconvene at 3:11 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council will take oaths of office for the mayor, council members, and key city personnel. Council members will elect a mayor pro tem. A resolution to reaffirm city employees will be considered. An ordinance to establish council rules of procedure will be adopted.

• Oath of office for Mayor Robert Craft and council members
• Oath of office for city personnel appointments (Police Chief, Fire & Rescue Chief, City Treasurer, City Clerk)
• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore
• Resolution to reaffirm city employees
• Ordinance to establish council rules of procedure

The Gulf Shores City Council swore in the newly elected mayor, police chief, fire chief, treasurer and clerk. Councilmembers elected Councilmember Philip Harris as Mayor Pro Tempore by a 6‑0 vote. The body adopted Resolution No. 7048‑25, reaffirming and reappointing all incumbent officers and employees, with unanimous approval. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 2178 establishing rules of procedure for meetings through 2029 by unanimous consent.

• Elected Philip Harris as Mayor Pro Tempore (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 7048‑25 reaffirming and reappointing all incumbent officers and employees (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2178 establishing council rules of procedure for 2025‑2029 (unanimous consent)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council will consider several actions at its November 3 work session. Items include accepting the FY 2026 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant, approving a new $9.8 million line of credit with SouthState Bank, and authorizing Change Order #2 for the Gulf Shores High School construction project. The council will also discuss a zoning text amendment for public notifications and a schedule change for 2026 council and COW meetings due to municipal holidays.

• Accept FY 2026 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Grant
• Authorize new $9.8 million line of credit with SouthState Bank
• Authorize Change Order #2 for the Gulf Shores High School construction project
• Amend Zoning Text Amendment – Public Notifications
• Authorize reschedule of 2026 COW and Council meetings due to municipal holidays

The Gulf Shores City Council met on Nov 3, 2025 for a work‑session. Agenda items included a FY 2026 Transportation Alternatives Program grant, board reappointments, a new line of credit with SouthState Bank, a zoning text amendment, and a public‑works change order. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or vote tallies for these items.

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council will meet to review several resolutions regarding professional services and infrastructure. The body is deciding on a proposal for the RESTORE project and the acceptance of a specific street.

• Professional services proposal from Thompson Engineering for the RESTORE project
• Purchase of OpenGov CRM software
• Acceptance of Bienville Ave as a city street

The council approved the minutes from the October 13 and October 20 meetings, and unanimously approved expense vouchers totaling $952,303.57. It authorized a $51,000 professional‑services contract with Thompson Engineering for environmental permitting on the RESTORE project, and approved a $138,213.39 purchase of OpenGov customer‑relationship‑management software. The council also accepted Bienville Ave in the Retreat at Bon Secour as a public right‑of‑way.

• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (4 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (5 ayes)
• Approved expense vouchers $952,303.57 (unanimous)
• Authorized $51,000 Thompson Engineering services (5 ayes)
• Authorized OpenGov CRM software purchase $138,213.39 (5 ayes)
• Accepted Bienville Ave as public right‑of‑way (5 ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will review site plan applications for Alamo Circle Flex Buildings and Ocean Blue Cottages. It will hold public hearings on subdivision plats for the Village at Bright’s Creek extension, Raley Farms phases 5 and 6, and the Edwin Oaks Subdivision. The commission will also consider three zoning-related amendment requests affecting vacation rental signs and public‑hearing notice requirements. All items are listed on the October 21, 2025 agenda.

• Site Plan ZA25-000046 – approval for three office/warehouse buildings and one professional office on Alamo Circle.
• Site Plan ZA25-000045 – approval for seven cottages at 1127 West Lagoon Avenue.
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat Extension ZA25-000029 – one‑year extension for the 76‑lot Village at Bright’s Creek subdivision.
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat ZA25-000026 – approval for Phase 5 & 6 of Raley Farms, adding 50 single‑family residential lots.
• Zoning and Subdivision Regulation Amendments (ZTA25-06, ZTA25-05, SDR25-02) to modify vacation‑rental sign standards and notice requirements for public hearings.

Planning Commission

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will approve the September 23, 2025 minutes and review site plans for the Alamo Circle Flex Buildings. Public hearings will be held for subdivision plats at The Village at Bright's Creek, Raley Farms Phases 5 & 6, and Edwin Oaks. The commission will also consider zoning text amendments for vacation rental signs and changes to notification requirements for both zoning and subdivision regulations.

• Alamo Circle Flex Buildings – site plan review (ZA25-000046)
• The Village at Bright's Creek – preliminary subdivision plat extension (ZA25-000029)
• Raley Farms Phases 5 & 6 – preliminary subdivision plat (ZA25-000026)
• Edwin Oaks Subdivision – preliminary subdivision plat (ZA25-000022)
• Vacation Rental Signs – zoning text amendment (ZTA25-06)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review an agreement for an OpenGov CRM system and the acceptance of streets at Retreat At Bon Secour West. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Shrimp Festival and a professional services proposal for the RESTORE ALDOT Capacity 4 South Project.

• Authorize Agreement for OpenGov CRM System
• Street Acceptance for Retreat At Bon Secour West on Bienville Ave
• Professional Services Proposal from Thompson Engineering for RESTORE ALDOT Capacity 4 South Project
• Shrimp Festival presentation by Greg Alexander of Coastal Alabama Business Chamber

The council met for a work session, presented a plaque to Councilman Gary M. Sinak, heard a shrimp festival presentation, reviewed an OpenGov CRM agreement, discussed a street acceptance on Bienville Ave, and considered a Thompson Engineering proposal for the ALDOT Capacity 4 South Project. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Beautification Board

The Beautification Board will review reports on Arbor Day, a poster contest, awards, and new landscaping projects. Members will discuss purchasing 250 oak trees and 100 citrus trees and planting trees in Highway 59 medians. The board will also consider a committee to review other cities’ ordinances and the appointment of a natural‑resources liaison. The next meeting is set for November 19.

• Arbor Day event planned for the Center for Eco Tourism
• Arbor Day poster contest coordination with a fifth‑grade teacher
• Purchase of 250 oak trees and 100 citrus trees for city planting
• Tree planting in Highway 59 medians
• Review of other cities’ ordinances and possible tie‑in with tree‑recognition program

City Council

The City Council will review several professional service contracts and public assembly permits. The body is also deciding on a property annexation and a taxi franchise authorization.

• Annexation request for 22138 Creek Road - Wiegert
• Taxi franchise authorization for Jersey Taxi, LLC
• Purchase of 2 portable grandstands from Century Industries
• Professional services contracts for Jade Consulting (Restore Project) and CAC Group & Cobbs Allen
• Public assembly permits for Big Beach Marathon, Sea Turtle Half Marathon, and Sunny 105.7 Walk/Run/Crawl

The council unanimously approved expense vouchers totaling $10,154,666.10. It adopted resolutions to purchase two portable grandstands for the NCAA Collegiate Beach Volleyball National Championship (up to $260,000) and to fund the 2026 entertainment series ($60,000). The council also approved assembly permits for four community events: Meeting of the Minds, Sunny 105.7 Walk/Run/Crawl, Big Beach Marathon & Half Marathon, and Sea Turtle Half Marathon & Sweetheart 5K.

• Approved expense vouchers $10,154,666.10 (unanimous)
• Approved Meeting of the Minds 2025 assembly permit (6-0)
• Approved Sunny 105.7 Walk/Run/Crawl assembly permit (6-0)
• Approved Big Beach Marathon & Half Marathon assembly permit (6-0)
• Approved Sea Turtle Half Marathon & Sweetheart 5K assembly permit (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7036-25: purchase two portable grandstands up to $260,000 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7037-25: authorize $60,000 for 2026 entertainment series (6-0)
• Approved September 22, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure projects, zoning changes, and public event permits. Key items include right-of-way acquisitions for Waterway West Blvd and several property annexations.

• Waterway West Blvd. ROW Acquisition and supplemental agreement with Barge Design
• Annexation request for 22138 Creek Road
• Rezone and pre-zone/annexation requests for the Kelly Property
• Taxi franchise request from Jersey Taxi, LLC
• Public assembly permits for Big Beach Marathon and Sea Turtle Half Marathon

The October 6, 2025 work session listed several agenda items but recorded no approvals, denials, or votes. Council members discussed a water‑drainage concern raised by a local inn owner, and the school board provided community announcements. No substantive actions were taken.

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council will consider a resolution to canvass the returns of the 2025 municipal runoff election. They will also receive the Certificate of Election for Council Place No. 1. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, invocation, pledge of allegiance, and roll call.

• Resolution to canvass the returns for the 2025 municipal runoff election
• Certificate of Election for Council Place No. 1

The council adopted Resolution 7035-25, officially declaring Joe Garris, Jr. the winner of the runoff for Council Place No. 1. The resolution was approved by four ayes from the members present. Afterward, the council moved to adjourn, and the motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 12:27 p.m.

• Adopted Resolution 7035-25 declaring Joe Garris, Jr. elected (4 ayes)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (4 ayes)

Planning Commission

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission will consider several agenda items, including deferring the Edwin Oaks Subdivision preliminary plat and a zoning text amendment for a tattoo parlor. Two public hearings are scheduled: one for the Village at Bright's Creek subdivision extension and another for the Oyster Point Development planned unit development. Site plans for a Professional Court office building will also be reviewed, followed by staff communications about an October date change and CAPZO training.

• Deferral: Edwin Oaks Subdivision – Preliminary Subdivision Plat (ZA25-000022)
• Deferral: Article 11-24 Tattoo Parlor and Body Piercing Studio Zoning Text Amendment (ZA25-000034)
• Public Hearing 1: The Village at Bright's Creek – Preliminary Subdivision Plat Extension (ZA25-000029)
• Public Hearing 2: Oyster Point Development – Planned Unit Development (ZA25-000038)
• Site Plans: Professional Court Office Building (ZA25-000041)

The commission approved the Oyster Point Planned Unit Development, adding nine specific conditions, with a 6-2 vote. It also approved the Professional Court Office building site plan with eight conditions, voting 8-0. Minutes from the August 26 meeting were adopted (7-0), and three items were deferred or postponed to the October 21 meeting.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (7-0, one abstention)
• Deferred Edwin Oaks Preliminary Subdivision Plat to Oct 21 (8-0)
• Deferred Article 11-24 Tattoo Parlor zoning amendment indefinitely (8-0)
• Postponed Bright’s Creek subdivision extension to Oct 21 (7-0, one recusal)
• Approved Oyster Point Development PUD with conditions (6-2)
• Approved Professional Court Office building site plan with conditions (8-0)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council will consider several resolutions, ordinances, and permit applications at its September 22, 2025 meeting. Items include a budget amendment, a vape product excise tax, zoning changes for Waterway Village and Bon Secour Village, and a proposal for the ATRP Phase 2 project. The council will also review public assembly permits for local events and ABC license applications for two businesses.

• Resolution – Authorize 2025 Budget Amendment 1
• Resolution – Authorize Vape Product Excise Tax
• Ordinance – Amend Code of Ordinances – Waterway Village Overlay District Parking
• Ordinance – Amend Planned Unit Development – Bon Secour Village
• Resolution – Authorize Volkert Proposal – Phase 2 – ATRP Project

The Gulf Shores City Council approved the minutes from the September 8 and September 15 meetings, and unanimously approved expense vouchers totaling $12,265,750.76. It granted assembly permits for the 52" National Shrimp Festival, the Skippin & Sippin 5K & Fun Run, and the GSMS Dolphin Dash 5K. The council adopted Ordinance No. 2173, amending the Waterway Village Overlay District parking standards in the zoning ordinance.

• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (6 ayes)
• Approved September 15, 2025 work session minutes (5 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved expense vouchers $12,265,750.76 (unanimous)
• Approved assembly permit for 52" National Shrimp Festival (5 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved assembly permit for Skippin & Sippin 5K & Fun Run (6 ayes)
• Approved assembly permit for GSMS Dolphin Dash 5K (6 ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2173 amending Waterway Village parking standards (5 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Suspended rules to consider Ordinance No. 2173 (unanimous ayes)

Beautification Board

The Gulf Shores Beautification Board will approve the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting and discuss unfinished business, including putting the Tree Recognition program on hold and ordering a sign for the Sensory Garden. Members will review Arbor Day items, note the decision not to enter the Arbor Day poster contest this year, and report on recent beautification awards. No new contracts or projects are proposed.

• Approve minutes of the August 20, 2025 meeting
• Tree Recognition program placed on hold
• Sign ordered for the Sensory Garden
• Decision not to participate in the Arbor Day poster contest this year
• 12 beautification awards given and proposal to revise award notecards

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure projects, financial reports, and budget changes. The meeting includes reviews of a road widening proposal and several public assembly permits for local events.

• Volkert Task Proposal for Phase 2 of SR59 Widening ATRP II
• 2025 Budget Amendment 1
• Consumable Vapor Product Tax
• 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (Audit)
• Public assembly permits for the 52nd Annual Shrimp Festival, Skippin And Sippin 5K, and GSMS Dolphin 5K

The Gulf Shores City Council met on September 15, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in City Hall. Council members present were Joe Garris Jr., Jason Dyken, Stephen E. Jones, and Mayor Robert Craft; Councilmen Gary Sinak and Philip Harris were absent. The session reviewed agenda items including a SR‑59 widening proposal, a 2025 budget amendment, a vapor product tax, the 2024 audit, proposed 2026 court dates, a police‑fire communications MOU, and several public‑assembly permits. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; the only action noted was Councilman Philip Harris forming a Tree Ordinance Committee with Councilman Joe Garris Jr.

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council approved $1,050,123.94 in expense vouchers and authorized an assembly permit for the Alabama Coastal Cleanup. It adopted resolutions ratifying two FAA airport grants, reappointing a beautification board member, a change order for the Justice Center, and a contract for a fire department training tower that exceeds the FY2025 budget, requiring additional funding. The council also approved a one‑year agreement with Flock Safety for police camera technology. All votes were unanimous "aye" votes from the six council members and the mayor.

• Approved expense vouchers $1,050,123.94 (7-0 aye)
• Approved assembly permit for Alabama Coastal Cleanup (7-0 aye)
• Adopted Resolution 7024-25 ratifying FAA grant $30,000 (7-0 aye)
• Adopted Resolution 7025-25 ratifying FAA grant $120,000 (7-0 aye)
• Reappointed David Mayfield to Beautification Board (7-0 aye)
• Authorized Change Order No.1 to Persons Services Corp for Justice Center $184,668.34 (7-0 aye)
• Accepted McInnis Construction bid for Fire Dept Training Facility Tower $772,082 (7-0 aye)
• Approved agreement with Flock Safety for police camera system (7-0 aye)

City Council

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 7023-25, officially canvassing the August 26, 2025 municipal election results. Robert Craft was declared mayor, councilmembers Jennifer Guthrie, Philip Harris, Jason Dyken, and Stephen E. Jones were declared elected to their respective seats, and a runoff was ordered for Councilmember Place No. 1 between Austin Boyd and Joe Garris, Jr. The council also voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 7023-25 (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Declared Robert Craft elected mayor
• Declared Jennifer Guthrie elected Councilmember Place No. 2
• Declared Philip Harris elected Councilmember Place No. 3
• Declared Jason Dyken elected Councilmember Place No. 4
• Declared Stephen E. Jones elected Councilmember Place No. 5
• Ordered runoff election for Councilmember Place No. 1 (Austin Boyd vs. Joe Garris, Jr.)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council met on September 2, 2025 and reviewed agenda items including airport grant authorizations, a fire department construction contract, a police ordinance amendment, and a beautification board reappointment. The minutes list the items and provide updates from various directors, but do not record any votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented at this work session.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the July 22 minutes (6‑0) and deferred the Tattoo Parlor zoning amendment (6‑0). It postponed the Bright’s Creek subdivision plat extension to the September 23 meeting (5‑0). The commission also approved the Kelly Property pre‑zone (6‑0), took no action on the Plash Island overlay amendment, and approved the Goodwin Subdivision plat (5‑0).

• Approved July 22 minutes (6-0)
• Deferred ZA25-000034 Tattoo Parlor zoning amendment (6-0)
• Postponed ZA25-000029 Bright’s Creek subdivision plat extension to Sept 23 (5-0)
• Approved ZA25-000028 Kelly Property pre‑zone (6-0)
• Took no action on ZTA25-04 Plash Island/Bon Secour River Overlay amendment
• Approved ZA25-000025 Goodwin Subdivision plat with condition (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to vote on the adoption of the Transportation Plan 2026 and an amended purchasing manual. The body will also consider resolutions to authorize surplus property for the city and Gulf Shores Utilities.

• Resolution to adopt Transportation Plan 2026
• Resolution to adopt Amended Purchasing Manual
• Resolution to authorize City of Gulf Shores Surplus - August 2025
• Resolution to authorize Gulf Shores Utilities Surplus

The Gulf Shores City Council unanimously approved $1,697,828.88 in expense vouchers. It adopted a resolution to donate a 2008 Chevrolet Express van to city schools and dispose of a 2008 Freightliner dump truck, with proceeds going to the General Fund. The council also adopted an amended purchasing manual and authorized the Utilities Board to dispose of listed surplus equipment. Finally, the FY2026 Transportation Plan was adopted, earmarking $100,000 for specified roadway improvements.

• Approved expense vouchers totaling $1,697,828.88 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 7019-25 to donate van to Gulf Shores City Schools and dispose of dump truck (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 7020-25 amending and adopting the city purchasing manual (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 7021-25 FY2026 Transportation Plan with $100,000 projected funding (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 7022-25 authorizing Utilities Board to dispose of listed surplus assets (unanimous)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council met for a work session on August 18, 2025. Council members heard presentations from the Gulf Coast Eco Center Summer Camp and DERQ Intelligent Transportation System, and items such as surplus declarations, a transportation plan, a purchasing manual amendment, and a zoning text amendment were presented. No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded.

City Council

The council approved the July 28 and August 4 meeting minutes. It unanimously approved expense vouchers totaling $15,048,552.68. It approved the Assembly Permit for the Brett‑Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon. It adopted Ordinance No. 2170 amending the city’s sign regulations by unanimous consent.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (3 ayes)
• Approved August 4, 2025 work session minutes (4 ayes)
• Approved expense vouchers $15,048,552.68 (unanimous)
• Approved Assembly Permit for Brett‑Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon (4 ayes)
• Adopted sign ordinance amendment Ordinance No. 2170 (unanimous consent)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council met on August 4, 2025 for a work session. Council members and the mayor were present and heard presentations on traffic analysis, contract renewals, professional services, fire recognitions, zoning amendments, police K‑9 transfers, and a public assembly permit. A resident raised concerns about local drainage and bridge conditions, and the mayor responded about a potential grant. No votes or official approvals were documented in the minutes.

City Council

The council approved the minutes from the July 14 and July 21 meetings and unanimously approved expense vouchers totaling $3,793,382.91. It denied the proposed Planned Unit Development for the Bowden site and denied the Conditional Use Permit for Hibas Karaoke & Arcade Bar. The council also adopted a resolution authorizing a sponsorship agreement for the 2026‑2031 NCAA National Collegiate Beach Volleyball Championship, allowing up to $190,000 per year.

• Approved July 14 meeting minutes (5 ayes)
• Approved July 21 work session minutes (4 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved expense vouchers $3,793,382.91 (unanimous ayes)
• Denied PUD Master Plan Overlay for Bowden site (5 ayes)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit for Hibas Karaoke & Arcade Bar (5 ayes)
• Adopted sponsorship agreement for NCAA beach volleyball, up to $190,000 annually (5 ayes)

Planning Commission

The Gulf Shores Planning Commission approved the June 24 meeting minutes and deferred three pending subdivision and rezoning applications to the August meeting. It then unanimously approved a Bon Secour PUD amendment, a rezoning of the Kelly property, a Waterway Village parking text amendment, and a subdivision regulation amendment. All actions were approved by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Deferred ZA25-000021 Raley Farm Subdivision Phases 5 & 6 Preliminary Plat to August (5-0)
• Deferred ZA25-000028 David Kelly Property Rezone to August (5-0)
• Deferred ZA25-000025 Goodwin Subdivision Preliminary Plat to August (5-0)
• Approved ZA25-000021 Retreat at Bon Secour PUD amendment with recording condition (5-0)
• Approved ZA25-000027 Kelly property rezoning to BG‑General Business District (5-0)
• Approved ZTA25-03 Waterway Village Overlay Parking Zoning Text amendment (5-0)
• Approved SDR25-01 Subdivision Regulation amendment to street standards (5-0)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council met on July 21, 2025 for a work‑session. Council members discussed a range of items including a rental safety inspection amendment, an extension of the Hangout Music Festival franchise, a taxi franchise request, and recreation agreements. The mayor provided updates on police dosimeter units and the school superintendent discussed summer camps. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council approved the June 23 and July 7 meeting minutes and authorized payment of expense vouchers totaling $11,223,758.87. It granted assembly permits for the Bloody Mary 5K Run/Walk on Aug. 30 and the Bike MS Tour de Beach on Sep. 27‑28. The council adopted Resolution 7008‑25 to appoint an additional election officer for the Aug. 26 municipal election. It also adopted Resolution 7009‑25 appointing Spencer Cade to the Board of Zoning Adjustments.

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous ayes)
• Approved July 7, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous ayes)
• Approved expense vouchers totaling $11,223,758.87 (unanimous ayes)
• Approved assembly permit for 10" Annual Bloody Mary 5K Run/Walk (unanimous ayes)
• Approved assembly permit for Bike MS: Tour de Beach (unanimous ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 7008‑25 appointing additional election officer (unanimous ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 7009‑25 appointing Spencer Cade to Board of Zoning Adjustments (unanimous ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous ayes)

City Council

The July 7, 2025 Gulf Shores City Council work session featured a discussion period, recognitions, updates from various departments, and public assembly permit applications. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Planning Commission

The commission approved the May 28 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote (two abstentions). It deferred three zoning and subdivision applications to the July meeting, each with an 8‑0 vote. The commission also approved a sign‑amendment zoning text amendment with an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes from May 28, 2025 (6-0, two abstentions)
• Deferred Edwin Oaks Preliminary Subdivision Plat (ZA25-000022) to July meeting (8-0)
• Deferred Articles 4, 9, and 11 Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA25-02) to July meeting (8-0)
• Deferred Retreat at Bon Secour PUD Amendment (ZA25-000021) to July 22 meeting (8-0)
• Approved Sign Amendment Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA25-01) (8-0)

City Council

The council adopted Ordinance No. 2164, changing the zoning classification of a portion of the property at 19710 36" Avenue West from Residential Medium Density Single‑Family (R‑1‑4) to Neighborhood Business (BN) with a 5‑1 vote. The motion was seconded and passed, making the rezoning effective upon adoption. The council also approved expense vouchers totaling $10,473,646.62 unanimously. Additionally, the council unanimously adopted Resolution 6998‑25 appointing City Clerk Tobi Waters as election manager and absentee election manager for the August 26, 2025 municipal election.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2164 rezoning 19710 36" Ave West (5-1)
• Approved expense vouchers totaling $10,473,646.62 (unanimous 6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 9 Executive Session (unanimous 6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 9 Regular Council Meeting (unanimous 6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 16 Executive Session (unanimous 6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 16 Work Session (unanimous 6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 6998-25 appointing City Clerk as Election Manager (6-0)

City Council

The council gave Mayor Robert Craft authority to negotiate with the Hang Out Music Festival producers and will report back before any vote is taken. No other agenda items recorded a formal vote, approval, denial, or tabling in these minutes.

• Authorized Mayor Robert Craft to negotiate with Hang Out Music Festival producers (decision recorded, no vote tally provided)

City Council

The council voted unanimously to go into executive session to discuss matters of commerce or trade. The session lasted from 3:01 p.m. to 3:49 p.m. After reconvening, the council unanimously approved a motion to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (6‑0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (6‑0)

City Council

The council approved the minutes from the May 19 and June 2 work sessions and approved expense vouchers totaling $3,370,268.99. They approved a public assembly permit for the Food Truck & Beer Festival scheduled for Nov 8‑9, 2025. They adopted Resolution No. 6990‑25, granting Gulf Shores Utilities a site‑plan/conditional‑use permit to build a 2‑million‑gallon, 140‑ft water tank on city‑owned land south of the new high school. All votes were recorded with ayes and abstentions as noted.

• Approved May 19 2025 work‑session minutes (5‑0, 1 abstain)
• Approved June 2 2025 work‑session minutes (4‑0, 2 abstain)
• Approved $3,370,268.99 expense vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved assembly permit for Food Truck & Beer Festival (5‑1)
• Approved Site Plan/Conditional Use Permit for Gulf Shores Utilities water tank (6‑0)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council met on June 2, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. with Mayor Robert Craft presiding. Councilman Stephen E. Jones reported that people have been feeding alligators near the GSU lift station and suggested signage. A citizen asked the council to revisit the noise ordinance, and the mayor said the council would look into the matter.

Planning Commission

The commission approved the O'Reily Auto Parts site plan, requiring a $14,819 sidewalk fee, recording of the subdivision plat, and drainage plan updates before a building permit is issued. It denied the CUP/Site Plan for Hibas Karaoke & Arcade Bar and the Water Oaks Conservation Subdivision, both by 6‑0 votes. The sign amendment was deferred to the June 24 meeting, and the April 22 minutes were approved 5‑0 with one abstention.

• Approved April 22 minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Denied Hibas Karaoke & Arcade Bar CUP/Site Plan (6-0)
• Denied Water Oaks Conservation Subdivision (6-0)
• Deferred Sign Amendment ZTA25-01 to June 24 meeting (6-0)
• Approved O'Reily Auto Parts site plan with conditions (vote not specified)

City Council

The council unanimously approved $3,762,120.91 in expense vouchers and adopted the minutes from the May 12 meeting. It reappointed three board members by adopting Resolution 6988‑25. It also adopted Resolution 6989‑25, authorizing a 50/50 cost‑share with Baldwin County for roadway improvements on County Road 6 (Oak Rd W). The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved expense vouchers totaling $3,762,120.91 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the May 12, 2025 regular council meeting (5‑aye)
• Adopted Resolution 6988‑25 reappointing Sted McCollough, Glen Kaiser, and Wade Bradford (5‑aye)
• Adopted Resolution 6989‑25 authorizing intergovernmental agreement for County Road 6 improvements, 50/50 cost‑share (5‑aye)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council approved $826,899.55 for the E 1 St improvements contract with L&K Construction and authorized a $800,000 application for a 2026 Transportation Alternatives Program grant. It also accepted streets in the Raley Farms Phase 2 subdivision, approved a public assembly permit for LuLu’s Presents Doc’s Hot Trot, and confirmed board and committee appointments. Expense vouchers totaling $10,449,547.35 were approved, and the meeting minutes were adopted.

• Approved expense vouchers totaling $10,449,547.35 (4‑0)
• Approved assembly permit for LuLu’s Presents Doc’s Hot Trot (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 6984-25: accepted L&K Construction bid $826,899.55 for E 1 St improvements (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 6985-25: authorized $800,000 TAP grant application (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 6986-25: accepted streets in Raley Farms Phase 2 subdivision (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 6987-25: appointed Andrew Hart to Parks & Recreation Board and reappointed several members (4‑0)
• Approved minutes of April 29, 2025 meeting (4‑0)
• Approved minutes of May 5, 2025 work session (4‑0)

City Council

The May 5, 2025 work session listed several agenda items but did not record any approvals, denials, or votes. Council members announced street repaving and school recognitions. A resident’s request to clear canal property was noted, and the mayor said he would look into it.

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council unanimously adopted several resolutions authorizing contracts for network security, monitoring, and resiliency services with C Spire, a professional services contract with VitalExam for employee health exams, and the purchase of fifteen NeoGov time clocks. The council also reappointed members to the Beautification Board, approved expense vouchers totaling $12,389,260.70, and approved the related budget allocations. All actions were approved by a vote of aye from each council member and the mayor.

• Approved expense vouchers totaling $12,389,260.70 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Linda Bender and appointed Elizabeth Moore to the Beautification Board (unanimous)
• Authorized VitalExam contract for employee health exams up to $615 per exam, $88,000 budgeted (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 15 NeoGov time clocks up to $52,485 (unanimous)
• Authorized C Spire network security implementation contract up to $32,657 (unanimous)
• Authorized C Spire network security monitoring and SOC service agreement up to $102,000 per year, $306,000 total (unanimous)
• Authorized C Spire network resiliency, redundancy, and monitoring service agreement up to $13,704 per year, $41,112 total (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the conditional site plan for the Northside water tank and the final subdivision plat for June Bug Oaks, each with staff conditions. The Hibas Karaoke & Arcade Bar site plan was deferred to the May 28 meeting for further review.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved ZA25-000007 Gulf Shores Utilities Northside Water Tank CUP/Site Plan with conditions (5-0)
• Approved ZA25-000012 June Bug Oaks Final Minor Subdivision with $10,000 fee condition (5-0)
• Deferred ZA25-000009 Hibas Karaoke & Arcade Bar CUP/Site Plan to May 28 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The April 21, 2025 work session included a councilman discussion, presentations from capital projects, finance, recreation, and public updates. Items such as contract authorizations and a beautification board appointment were listed but the minutes do not record any votes or approvals. Residents raised concerns about an alley road and golf‑cart usage, but no actions were documented.

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council unanimously approved expense vouchers totaling $5,342,725.59 and authorized two liquor‑license transfers, one for EL Toro Mexican Restaurant and another for Embassy Suites. It adopted Resolution 6963‑25 to provide up to $3,815,000 for the airport terminal project, accepted a one‑acre property donation, and approved professional‑services contracts for beach monitoring and fire‑rescue personnel physicals.

• Approved expense vouchers totaling $5,342,725.59 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of a 020‑Restaurant retail liquor license to EL Toro Mexican Restaurant (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of a 160‑Special Retail liquor license to Embassy Suites (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 6963‑25 authorizing up to $3,815,000 for airport terminal funding (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 6964‑25 accepting donation of one acre in Palmetto Woods Subdivision (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 6965‑25 authorizing a $63,000 beach‑monitoring contract with Foth/Olsen Associates (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 6966‑25 authorizing a $53,926 contract with VitaExam for fire‑rescue personnel physicals (unanimous)

City Council

The council approved multiple authorizations, including a memorandum of understanding with the Airport Authority and an amendment to the interfund loan agreement, acceptance of a property, and several contracts and purchases for city departments. No vote counts were recorded in the minutes. All listed items were authorized as presented.

• Authorized MOU with Airport Authority and amendment to Interfund Loan Agreement
• Authorized acceptance of property
• Authorized annual beach monitoring proposal by Foth/Olsen
• Authorized contract with VitalExam for Fire Department
• Authorized franchise for Eastern Shore Co., Inc.
• Authorized surplus for April 2025
• Authorized purchase of Luminis Light Pole Fixture Heads
• Authorized service agreement with Motorola Solutions for Police Department

City Council

The council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 6962‑25, authorizing a three‑year contract with Howard Technology Solutions to provide assured data backup and restoration services for up to $232,749. The council also unanimously passed Ordinance No. 2157, approving the eighth amendment to the Project Development Agreement with DD Partners, LLC, which allows the $3.5 million letter of credit to expire on June 30 2025 and not be renewed if the project becomes fully operational after that date.

• Approved Resolution No. 6962‑25 authorizing $232,749 IT backup contract (5 ayes, 0 no, 1 absent)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2157 authorizing eighth amendment to Project Development Agreement (5 ayes, 0 no, 1 absent)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the January 28 meeting unanimously. It approved the Fortis Office Building site plan, a subdivision final plat for Lot 8 Block 9, a subdivision final plat for The Oaks at 8, and a rezoning of the Muhle Property, with vote counts ranging from 5‑0 to 7‑0. Each approval included staff‑specified conditions such as fees, elevation certificates, and infrastructure requirements.

• Approved January 28 minutes, vote 6-0
• Approved Fortis Office Building site plan ZA25-000006 with $5,515 fee‑in‑lieu, vote 6-0
• Approved ZA25-000004 Resubdivision Lot 8 Block 9 final plat with elevation certificate and easement conditions, vote 5-0
• Approved ZA25-000005 Resubdivision Lot 1 The Oaks at 8 final plat with sidewalk/bike path fee and right‑of‑way conditions, vote 7-0
• Approved ZA25-000002 Muhle Property rezoning (R-1-4 to BN), vote 5-1 (Harris nay, Young abstain)

City Council

The Gulf Shores City Council unanimously approved a $151,875 contract with Complete Construction, LLC to purchase six pole barns for the Fire Rescue Department. The council also approved expense vouchers totaling $15,558,946.05, public assembly permits for a Spring Market Event and the Sand In My Boots Music Festival, an ABC license for Wharf Restaurant Group, accepted a $12,000 donation for a police canine, and endorsed the Baldwin County Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity Plan. All actions were adopted with unanimous “aye” votes from the six council members and the mayor.

• Approved expense vouchers totaling $15,558,946.05 (unanimous)
• Approved Spring Market Event public assembly permit (unanimous)
• Approved Sand In My Boots Music Festival public assembly permit (unanimous)
• Approved ABC license for Wharf Restaurant Group’s Grand Opening Event (unanimous)
• Accepted $12,000 donation for a police canine (unanimous)
• Supported Baldwin County Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $43,980 contract with Pellerin Laundry for PPE washers (unanimous)
• Approved $151,875 contract with Complete Construction for six pole barns (unanimous)