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Hartselle public meetings in 2023

29 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 19, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on property transfer from Health Systems-Morgan

The Hartselle City Council will consider a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute documents for a property transfer from Health Systems-Morgan, LLC to the city. The council will also discuss revised job descriptions for the Parks & Recreation Director and two police sergeant positions, as well as changes to the police promotional process.

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Tue Dec 12, 2023

City Council

Hartselle City Council to consider copier contract renewal and event permit

The City Council will meet to discuss a contract renewal for copiers and printers across multiple city departments. The body will also consider a special event permit and a board appointment.

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Tue Nov 28, 2023

City Council

City Council to consider rezoning on Ausley Bend Road

The City Council will hold a final consideration public hearing regarding a rezoning request. The body will also review a request from the Hartselle High Softball team to host a food truck fundraiser on city property.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

City Council

City Council to consider park master plan and Hwy 31 North improvements

The City Council will review a master plan for Sparkman Park, Walker Field, and pickleball courts. Members will also consider a resolution for the second phase of Hwy 31 North improvements and a rezoning request on Ausley Bend Road.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

City Council

City Council considers highway improvements and park master plan

The Hartselle City Council will discuss infrastructure projects, including a second phase of Hwy. 31 North improvements and a master plan for Sparkman Park. The body will also consider several contracts for city vehicles and police department safety technology.

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Tue Oct 24, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning Nanceford Road and Slate Street

The Hartselle City Council will hold public hearings and final votes on two zoning ordinances: one to rezone property at Nanceford Road and Slate Street from R-1 to AG-1, and another to amend the zoning ordinance regarding occupancy of mobile structures. The council will also consider a special event permit for a Trunk or Treat, declare surplus items for the Police and Public Works departments, and make appointments to the Library and Airport Boards.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

City Council

Hartselle Council to discuss rezoning and new building permit fees

The City Council will consider several new ordinances and service agreements. Items include potential changes to mobile structure occupancy rules and building permit fee structures.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

City Council

Council discusses downtown walking trail and new zoning ordinances

The City Council will hold interviews for library and airport board positions. The session includes a presentation for the 'Hart Walk' trail and introductions for three new ordinances.

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Tue Sep 26, 2023

City Council

Council to consider school zone speed limits, airport funding, budgets

The Hartselle City Council is meeting to consider several items, including an ordinance on school zone speed limits, a resolution to apply for airport improvement funding, and approval of the FY2024 budget. They will also discuss year-end budget adjustments, a contract renewal for housing municipal inmates, a job description revision, and appointments to the Hartselle Utilities Board.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on FY2024 budget, ARP property purchase, contracts

The Hartselle City Council is meeting to consider several items, including the FY2024 General Fund Budget, a resolution to use ARP funds for property purchase, and contract renewals for dispatch services and library hotspots. The council will also make appointments to the Utilities, Personnel, and Airport Boards.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $1.05M for new fire station property

The City Council authorized the use of American Rescue Plan funds to purchase property for a new fire station on Shull Road. The Council also approved the FY2024 General Fund Operating Budget and several service contracts. Appointments to the Personnel and Airport boards were finalized, while Utilities Board appointments were postponed.

Tue Sep 12, 2023

City Council

Council to interview utility board candidates and review FY2024 budget

The Hartselle City Council is holding a work session to interview four candidates for the Hartselle Utilities Board, review the FY2024 budget, and discuss several contracts and appointments. Items include renewing a dispatch services contract with Morgan County Emergency Management Communications District, a T-Mobile hotspot contract for the Library, and appointments to the Personnel Board and Airport Board.

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Tue Aug 22, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on CBD ordinances, road funds, and contracts

The Hartselle City Council is holding public hearings and final votes on two CBD-related ordinances, and will consider resolutions for state road funding, a professional services agreement, a fire hydrant maintenance contract, a special events permit, and a budget transfer.

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✓ Decided: Hartselle City Council adopts downtown zoning amendments and FY2024 transportation plan

The City Council approved two ordinances updating downtown zoning regarding enforcement and artwork. The Council also adopted the FY2024 Transportation Plan and authorized several service contracts and budget transfers.

Tue Aug 8, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning Mountainview Road, other items

The Hartselle City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and final vote on rezoning property on Mountainview Road. The council will also introduce two CBD-related ordinances, consider transferring property to Habitat for Humanity, and approve agreements with the Housing Authority and city schools.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves property transfers and downtown zoning updates

The City Council approved the transfer of a Pine Street property to Habitat for Humanity and authorized the purchase of downtown properties from the Housing Authority. Council also adopted a rezoning ordinance for Mountainview Road and introduced amendments for downtown artwork and enforcement.

Tue Jul 25, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on home solicitation ordinance, rezoning, and surgical center support

The Hartselle City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 25, 2023, with final consideration of Ordinance 1592 on home solicitation, introduction of a rezoning for Mountainview Road, and a resolution supporting an ambulatory surgical center by Cullman Regional. The council will also consider a contract extension with Marmac Real Estate, a revised job description for Park Maintenance Supervisor, acceptance of the FY2022 Financial Audit, a budget transfer for a parking lot on Mountainview Road, and declaring IT items surplus. The meeting includes swearing-in of new police officers and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Hartselle City Council approves new peddler ordinance and FY 2022 audit

The City Council approved an ordinance to regulate home solicitation and accepted the FY 2022 audit with an unqualified opinion. The Council also authorized a budget transfer for a new parking lot and approved a property donation agreement with Huntsville Hospital for a future library and event center.

Tue Jul 11, 2023

City Council

Council to consider home solicitation ordinance and event permits

The Hartselle City Council is meeting to consider several items, including an ordinance on home solicitation, appropriations for the Morgan County Library and Airport, and special event permits for the Spring Fling Car Show, Veterans Parade, and Dog Daze of Summer. They will also review budget transfers and adjustments. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Hartselle Council introduces home solicitation ordinance and approves event permits

The City Council introduced an ordinance to regulate home solicitation and approved funding requests to the Morgan County Commission for the local library and airport. The Council also granted special event permits for three community parades and shows and approved two budget adjustments.

Tue Jun 27, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on Peach Orchard Road annexation and zoning

The Hartselle City Council will hold public hearings and final votes on ordinances to annex and zone property on Peach Orchard Road. The council will also consider agreements for electric vehicle charging facilities and two special event permits.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves property annexation and zoning on Peach Orchard Road

The City Council adopted two ordinances to annex and zone a parcel of property on Peach Orchard Road. Council also authorized an agreement for an electric vehicle charging station and approved one special events permit.

Tue Jun 13, 2023

City Council

Council to introduce annexation and zoning ordinances for Peach Orchard Road

The Hartselle City Council will consider introducing ordinances to annex and zone property on Peach Orchard Road, along with several administrative items including a job description revision, budget transfers, and declaring surplus items. The meeting also includes a police commendation and public comment period.

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✓ Decided: City Council introduces annexation and zoning for Peach Orchard Road

The Council introduced two ordinances to annex a 4.6-acre tract and zone it for single-family residential use. Other actions included approving budget transfers for Public Works and the Department of Development, and declaring several pieces of equipment as surplus.

Tue May 23, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves ALDOT grant application for Bethel Street sidewalks

The City Council approved a request to apply for an ALDOT FY2024 TAP Grant for sidewalk rehabilitation and construction. The council also approved several budget transfers for the Police, Fire, and Public Works departments and awarded a pipe contract to J & G Culverts, Inc.

Tue May 9, 2023

City Council

Council to consider storm water pipe standards ordinance

The Hartselle City Council is meeting to consider an ordinance establishing standards for storm water pipes in public rights-of-way and easements, approve safety award winners, and make appointments to the CBD Design Review Board. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Hartselle City Council adopts new storm water pipe standards

The City Council adopted Ordinance 1588 to regulate materials and installation of storm water pipes in public rights-of-way. The council also approved quarterly safety award winners and filled two vacancies on the CBD Design Review Board.

Tue Apr 25, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on downtown sidewalk bids, personnel policy, and budget items

The Hartselle City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider several resolutions and requests, including accepting or rejecting bids for downtown sidewalk improvements, updating the compensation pay policy, and approving budget adjustments and transfers for various departments. The council will also consider appointments to the CBD Design Review Board and other administrative items.

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✓ Decided: Hartselle City Council awards $749,636 downtown sidewalk contract

The City Council approved a contract for downtown sidewalk improvements and updated the city's personnel compensation policy. The council also authorized budget adjustments for splash pad repairs and various department transfers.

Tue Apr 25, 2023

City Council

Council to review pay policy, sidewalk bids, and budget transfers

The Hartselle City Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative and financial items, including an interview for the CBD Design Review Board, a compensation pay policy update, and a resolution to accept or reject bids for downtown sidewalk improvements. The council will also discuss appointments to the CBD Design Review Board, a budget adjustment for Splash Pad repairs, a grant match request from the Library, and budget transfers for the Fire and Police Departments.

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✓ Decided: Hartselle City Council holds work session to discuss budget and appointments

The City Council held a work session to discuss several agenda items, including budget adjustments and board appointments. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on zoning, sign, and alcohol license items

The Hartselle City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings and final votes on two ordinances: one updating zoning definitions and another amending sign regulations. They will also consider accepting street and drainage improvements for Hickory Heights Addition 10, and a request for an alcohol license for Hartselle Beverage 2. The mayor will proclaim Fair Housing Month.

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✓ Decided: Hartselle City Council approves zoning and sign ordinance amendments

The City Council adopted two ordinances updating zoning and signage definitions and accepted street improvements for Hickory Heights, Addition 10. The Council also conditionally approved a retail liquor license and accepted a counteroffer on a real estate purchase following an executive session.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

City Council

Council to consider zoning, sign, and liquor license changes

The Hartselle City Council work session will interview applicants for the Central Business District Design Review Board and discuss several items ahead of the regular meeting. These include accepting street improvements, a parks position change, a retail liquor license, and final votes on zoning and sign ordinance amendments.

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✓ Decided: Hartselle City Council held a work session to discuss agenda items

The City Council met for a work session to discuss upcoming agenda items and conduct interviews. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Tue Mar 28, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council approves real estate counteroffer and banking services

The Council accepted a real estate counteroffer with an addendum requiring the removal of personal property and tenants by closing. They also authorized Regions Bank for all banking services and approved two zoning and sign ordinance amendments for introduction.

Tue Mar 14, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council amends Solid Waste Ordinance and approves Comprehensive Plan update

The Council adopted Ordinance 1584 to redefine multi-family apartment operators as businesses for waste pick-up and updated residential debris collection fees. The Mayor was authorized to sign a $40,000 agreement for a Comprehensive Plan update and a landscape maintenance contract. The Council also approved a special event permit for a car show and authorized the City Clerk to sign opioid litigation settlement documents.

Tue Feb 28, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on Hwy 31 traffic study and drug testing policy

The Hartselle City Council is meeting to approve minutes, consider a professional services agreement for a traffic study on Hwy 31 NW, approve an updated drug and alcohol testing policy, and discuss a budget transfer for the Fire Department. The agenda also includes a police department swearing-in ceremony and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes traffic study and property purchase negotiations

The City Council approved a traffic impact study for Hwy 31 NW and updated the city's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy. A budget transfer for the Fire Department was approved, and the Mayor was authorized to negotiate the purchase of a property discussed in executive session.

Tue Feb 14, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on Francis Road annexation and zoning ordinances

The Hartselle City Council is holding public hearings and final votes on two ordinances to annex and zone property on Francis Road. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a cash management agreement with Regions Bank, a supplemental funding agreement with ALDOT for access management improvements, and a bid for a hydraulic hammer. Other business includes approving a new job description, a consulting contract for the Sparkman Park Master Plan, a special events permit, and declaring an emergency to purchase HVAC equipment.

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✓ Decided: City Council declares emergency to replace City Hall HVAC chiller

The Council declared an emergency to replace failed HVAC equipment at City Hall to protect personnel and infrastructure. Other actions included annexing and zoning a property on Francis Road and approving several city contracts and permits.

Tue Jan 24, 2023

City Council

Council to introduce annexation and zoning ordinances for Francis Road

The Hartselle City Council is meeting to introduce two ordinances regarding the annexation and zoning of property on Francis Road, and to consider authorizing the Mayor to sign a Buyer Agency Agreement with MarMac Real Estate. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving minutes and a Mayor's Proclamation.

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✓ Decided: City Council authorizes real estate agreement for future property purchases

The City Council authorized the Mayor to sign a Buyer Agency Agreement with MarMac Real Estate to assist in locating property for capital projects. The Council also introduced two ordinances regarding annexation and zoning on Francis Road.

Tue Jan 10, 2023

City Council

Hartselle Council approves Walker Road rezoning for mini-farm use

The Hartselle City Council approved a rezoning of a 27-acre parcel on Walker Road from R-1 to AG-1, allowing mini-farm use. They also approved a vacation payout for a police sergeant, a small budget transfer for the Fire Department, and a lease agreement with Hartselle City Schools for a fire training facility. The meeting concluded with an executive session to discuss a possible property purchase.

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✓ Decided: City Council rezones 27-acre Walker Road parcel for mini-farm use

The City Council approved a rezoning request for a property on Walker Road to allow for horses and limited livestock. The council also approved a police vacation payout, a fire department budget transfer, and a lease for a training facility.