Madison public meetings in 2023
34 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will review several financial approvals including Microsoft licensing and road improvements. The meeting also includes presentations for fire and police department awards and the appointment of a new Industrial Development Board member.
- Approval of $69,127.25 for Microsoft Office 365 annual licensing
- Awarding $387,127.56 contract to Grayson Carter & Son Contracting, Inc. for intersection improvements
- Payment of $120,327.75 to Enfinger Development, Inc. for Madison Branch Boulevard roundabout work
- Approval of Toyota Field padding quotes totaling $9,403.00
- Acceptance of approximately 23 acres of land south of Huntsville-Browsferry Road for park purposes
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will review several annual appropriation agreements for local organizations and various service contracts. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a liquor license and approvals for engineering and paving projects.
- Annual appropriations: Chamber of Commerce ($45,000), Huntsville Botanical Gardens ($15,000), and United Way ($10,000)
- Asphalt paving payment to MidSouth Paving Inc. for $119,318.37 at Sullivan - Browns Ferry
- Professional Services Agreement with Garver, LLC for bridge replacements up to $211,049.35
- Public hearing for an off-premises beer and wine license for Circle K Store No. 2707201
- Contract amendment for groundskeeping at the Wellness Center for $1,800 per year
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council is reviewing several annual appropriation agreements for local organizations and discussing various service contracts. The agenda also includes a payment for work on the Madison Branch Boulevard roundabout and a public hearing regarding an off-premises beer and wine license.
- Approval of $45,000 annual appropriation for Convention and Visitors Bureau
- Payment of $201,406.62 to Enfinger Development, Inc. for Madison Branch Boulevard roundabout work
- Acceptance of a $492,537.16 donation for the Kids Kingdom Renovation Project
- Public hearing for an off-premises beer and wine license for Madison Quick Stop #2
- Contract with Graham Construction LLC for Main Street Café repairs up to $110,000
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will review several rezoning ordinances for industrial and residential properties and consider a proposal to purchase Hexagon Fitness Center. The agenda also includes various appropriation agreements, department reports, and appointments to the Madison Station Historic Preservation Commission.
- Proposed purchase of Hexagon Fitness Center for $4,419,000
- Rezoning of 312 Palmer Road from M-2 to M-1 District
- Rezoning of 13 Pension Row from AG to R-1B District
- Final payment of $261,388.72 to Carcel & G Construction for Hughes Rd Widening
- Acceptance of $500,000 ADECA Grant from the State of Alabama
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council will review several annual appropriation agreements for FY 2024, including funds for emergency management and local non-profits. The agenda also includes decisions on road improvements, street sweeping renewals, and development amendments.
- Payment of $224,634.62 to Enfinger Development, Inc. for Madison Branch Boulevard roundabout work
- Annual appropriation agreements for FY 2024 including Huntsville-Madison County EMA ($76,910) and Madison Chamber of Commerce ($90,000)
- Agreement with Trident Security Solutions, LLC for City Hall security services up to $200,000
- Renewal of street sweeping services agreement with Sweep America for $67,424.04
- Bid award to Howell Fencing for Hexagon Ballfield Fence Installation in the amount of $231,681.84
WORK SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council will hold a work session to discuss several municipal projects. Topics include planning for a new fire station in the Town Madison area, the potential purchase of the Hexagon Fitness Center building and parking lot, and matters regarding the animal shelter.
- Fire Station plan for Town Madison area
- Purchase of Hexagon Fitness Center Building and Parking Lot
- Animal Shelter discussion
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council is reviewing a redistricting plan to establish new City Council District boundaries. The agenda also includes several rezoning proposals and updates to city ordinances regarding murals and cemetery regulations.
- Public Hearing on Redistricting Plan for new City Council District Boundaries
- Payment of $90,187.39 to Wiregrass Construction for middle school roadway extension
- Rezoning of 1 acre at 312 Palmer Road from M-2 to M-1 District
- Rezoning of 5.5 acres at 13 Pension Road from AG to R-1B District
- Purchase of $53,390 in artificial turf for the Kids Kingdom Project
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will review the FY 2024 Annual Operating Budget and consider several zoning and annexation ordinances. The meeting also includes decisions on infrastructure projects, utility agreements, and liquor license requests.
- Zoning ordinance for property at 29396 Tribble Road to R-1A district
- Payment of $56,352.06 to Enfinger Development, Inc. for Madison Branch Boulevard roundabout
- Professional Services Agreement with Gilbert, McLaughlin, Casimira Architects for Toyota Field ($193,000)
- Beer and wine license request for BJ'S Wholesale Club at 165 Graphics Drive
- Asbestos survey purchase order for Farley-Wann House ($1,750.00)
WORK SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL #10
The City Council is conducting a work session to review the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Operating Budget. This session is dedicated to discussing the proposed budget details.
- FY 2024 Annual Operating Budget Review
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council is reviewing several infrastructure payments for paving and street widening projects. The agenda also includes first readings for ordinances regarding council meeting procedures and hands-free driving laws.
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-303 authorizing a new hands-free driving offense
- Payment to Rogers Group Inc for Sullivan Street Widening totaling $161,211.21
- Asphalt paving payments to MidSouth Paving Inc for Hughes Rd totaling $84,672.32
- Public hearing for a Class I liquor license for The Leaf Cigar Emporium LLC
- Authorization of $65,000 for property and easements for a new roundabout
WORK SESSION #9 OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss improvements for Toyota Field and Plan 3 of the Redistricting Map. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Council Special Projects.
- Toyota Field Improvements
- Plan 3 of the Redistricting Map
- Council Special Projects
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will discuss approving purchase orders for various improvements at Toyota Field, including an evaporative cooler and fencing, totaling over $14,000.
- Resolution No. 2023-259-R: Assessing a weed lien of $669.70 on property at 180 Dusty Trail
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-261: Amending the Municipal Court's Schedule of Fines
- Resolution No. 2023-274-R: Authorizing a sign placement agreement for Town Madison and BJ's Wholesale Club along Graphics Drive
WORK SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL - NO. 8
The Madison City Council will conduct a work session focused on a presentation regarding redistricting. The session includes a period for questions and answers.
- Redistricting Presentation and Q&A
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council will consider several items including software renewals, landscaping funding for downtown, and property acquisitions for road projects. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding a weed lien assessment and an off-premises beer and wine license.
- Contract with Baseline Sports Construction, LLC for $128,253 for Intergraph Park LED lighting
- Purchase of property for Browns Ferry Road Culvert Project for $19,600
- $6,500 for downtown Madison landscaping from the Special Projects Budget
- Software subscription renewals with Unico Technology ($8,353.61) and SHI International Corporation ($11,961.00)
- Off-Premises Beer and Wine license for Madison Chevron Star Fuel at 8907 Madison Boulevard
WORK SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will discuss progress on the Capital Improvement Plan and updates regarding neighborhood paving plans. The session also includes discussions on mural guidelines and the Science Museum.
- Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) List Progress Report
- 2019 Neighborhood Paving 5-Year Plan updates
- Pavement Surface Evaluation and Rating (PASER) Program updates
- Mural Guidelines discussion
- Science Museum update
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council will meet to discuss several infrastructure projects, including a payment for Hughes Road paving and LED lighting installation at Intergraph Park. The agenda also includes first readings for franchise agreements with Crown Castle Fiber and WOW!, as well as a public hearing for a manufacturer liquor license.
- Payment of $103,838.14 to Midsouth Paving Inc. for Hughes Road at Will Halsey Way
- Contract with Baseline Sports Construction, LLC for $128,253 for Intergraph Park LED lighting
- Contract with Ogle Tree Service, LLC for $18,000 for hazard tree removal at Bradford Creek Greenway
- Change Order No. 2 for City of Madison Interchange project in the amount of $259,751.80
- Public hearing for a manufacturer liquor license for Guajana Distillery LLC
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council will review several items including a $514,535 contract for open-air pickleball courts and a first reading of an ordinance for a cable and broadband franchise. The meeting also includes discussions on infrastructure payments, school resource officer agreements, and various subdivision maintenance acceptances.
- Contract with Baseline Sports Construction, LLC for $514,535.00 to build open-air pickleball courts
- First reading of Ordinance No. 2023-134 regarding a franchise agreement with Knology of Huntsville, Inc.
- Contract with InZone, LLC for $56,920 to design and install a disc golf course at Sunshine Oaks Park
- Payment of $34,254.86 to Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for Wall Triana and I-565 improvements
- Agreement with Madison Board of Education for additional SROs and crossing guards for 2023-2024
Work Session No. 2023-06 WS
The City of Madison is conducting a work session to discuss mural guidelines and exercise stations for Dublin Park. The meeting will also include miscellaneous items and an executive session, after which the meeting will adjourn.
- Discussion of Mural Guidelines
- Discussion of Dublin Park – Exercise Stations
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council is considering several engineering projects, including intersection improvements at Maecille Drive and Segers Road. The agenda also includes approvals for various software license renewals and updates to city cemetery regulations.
- Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with OHM Advisors for $10,000 for Maecille Drive and Segers Road intersection improvements
- Renewal of Autodesk Civil 3D software licenses for $9,640.00
- Authorization of condemnation proceedings for Madison Branch Boulevard Roundabout construction
- Approval of a $1,717 renewal for Solarwinds network monitoring services
- First reading of ordinance to amend grounds regulations for municipal cemetery headstones
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council is meeting to consider several infrastructure projects, including land acquisitions for a roundabout and road extensions. The agenda also includes approvals for various departmental contracts, software agreements, and the acceptance of donations.
- Acquisition of property and easements for Madison Branch Boulevard roundabout ($49,842.00)
- Agreement with NinjaOne for IT support software ($10,800 annually)
- Professional Services Agreement with Slaughter & Associates, PLLC for election district redistricting ($15,000)
- Lighting system installation at Dublin Park, Field 5 via Hogan's Mechanical Services ($71,500)
- Payment to S&ME, Inc. for Hughes Road Widening Project ($3,282.06)
Work Session No. 2023-05 WS
The City Council will discuss several municipal items including a mid-year budget amendment and an animal control appropriation. The session also includes updates on redistricting and the fitness trail at Dublin Park.
- Redistricting update
- Fitness Trail at Dublin Park
- Mid-year budget amendment
- Public Comments trial period resolution discussion
- Animal Control appropriation
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL - CANVASS OF SPECIAL MAYOR-COUNCIL ELECTION
The City Council will meet to conduct a roll call and count provisional ballots. The primary purpose is the canvassing and declaration of results for the Special Municipal Election held on May 9, 2023.
- Canvass of May 9, 2023 election results
- Resolution No. 2023-176-R: declaring results of the Special Municipal Election
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council will meet to discuss several resolutions, including a liquor license application for Balch Road Spirits and updates to the city's fire code. The agenda also includes various infrastructure agreements and recreational service contracts.
- Payment of $9,877.85 to Rogers Group, Inc. for Sullivan Street widening construction
- Liquor license application for Balch Road Spirits at 513 Balch Road, Suite A
- Proposed ordinance to amend the City's Fire Code (First Reading)
- Agreement with Renegade Fencing for Kids Kingdom playground fencing up to $80,000
- Agreement with Pyro Shows for Independence Day fireworks up to $14,999
Work Session No. 2023-04 WS
The City of Madison is holding a work session to discuss new mural guidelines for the city. The council will also review a proposal regarding a science museum.
- Mural Guidelines for the City
- Science Museum Proposal
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council is meeting to discuss several infrastructure projects, including a roundabout reimbursement agreement and various engineering contracts. The agenda also includes public hearings on storage facility parking requirements and easement conversions.
- Reimbursement agreement with Enfinger Development, LLC for a roundabout at Hardiman and Madison Branch Boulevard up to $1,393,898
- Public hearing on amending parking space requirements for mini storage and self-service storage facilities
- Authorization for sidewalk improvement quotes at Home Place subdivision not to exceed $50,000
- Professional services agreement with Garver, LLC for Stavemill Estates drainage improvements up to $125,230
- Payment to Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for Wall Triana and I565 intersection improvements totaling $13,984.52
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council will consider several infrastructure payments, including traffic signal modifications and roadway extensions. The meeting also includes public hearings for new retail liquor and beer/wine licenses on Balch Road.
- Payment of $99,500.00 to Shoals Electric Company, Inc. for traffic signal modifications
- Payment of $84,383.24 to Wiregrass Construction Company for Middle School Roadway Extension
- Public hearing for Class II liquor and beer/wine licenses at 513 Balch Road
- Professional Services Agreement with Strand Associates, Inc. up to $113,800.00 for Browns Ferry 3-lane widening
- $5,000 annual appropriation agreement for the Madison Arts Council
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will review several financial authorizations, including a $669,817.09 payment for flyover construction. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding off-premise beer and wine license requests for local businesses.
- $669,817.09 payment to McGinnis Construction LLC/Miller & Miller Inc for flyover construction
- $15,000 annual appropriation agreement with Madison Animal Rescue Foundation
- Off-premise beer and wine license requests for Madison IGA 1 (Old Madison Pike) and Madison IGA 2 (Wall Triana Highway)
- Off-premise beer and wine license request for Circle K Store 2706482 (Madison Boulevard)
- $10,223.80 payment to S&ME, Inc. for Hughes Road Widening Project
WORK SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council is holding a work session to conduct interviews for the Board of Education. The agenda notes that the schedule may be modified based on conversation flow and attendance.
- Board of Education Interviews
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council will consider a $175,000 agreement with ALDOT for inspection services on the I-565 Overpass Project and receive an update on the governance transition to a city manager system. The consent agenda includes annual appropriations totaling $72,500 to local organizations and a resolution to auction surplus office furniture. Several ordinances are up for first or second reading, including one regulating wrecker services and another amending parking requirements for storage facilities.
- Resolution No. 2023-108-R: $175,000 agreement with ALDOT for I-565 Overpass Project inspection services
- Resolution No. 2023-098-R: $199,400 professional services agreement with Barge Design Solutions for Balch & Browns Ferry intersection improvements
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-085: Regulating wrecker services and towing operations (second reading)
- Resolution No. 2023-049-R: Approval of ballot language for Council-Manager special election on May 9, 2023
- Resolution No. 2023-072-R: $16,000/year lease agreement for an athletic field marking robot from Turf Tank
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council will consider consent agenda items including a $391,544.38 payment for Hughes Road construction and a $206,900 purchase of lights for Hexagon ball fields. A public hearing is scheduled for a restaurant retail liquor license for Lanier House at 20 Martin Street. The council will also vote on professional services agreements for engineering design on Balch Road/Gooch Lane intersection improvements ($156,700), Bradley Street improvements ($178,940), and Old Madison Pike widening ($180,915).
- Authorization of $391,544.38 payment to Carcel & G Construction for Hughes Road construction (CIP Project 18-022)
- Approval of $206,900 purchase of lights for Hexagon ball fields from Musco Sports Lighting
- Public hearing on Resolution 2023-084-R for a Restaurant Retail Liquor License for Lanier House at 20 Martin Street
- Professional services agreement with OHM Advisors for Balch Road and Gooch Lane intersection improvements ($156,700)
- Professional services agreement with Croy Engineering for Bradley Street improvements ($178,940)
WORK SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will hold a work session to receive updates on current projects including the flyover (AECOM) and community center (Lee Builders), discuss updates to the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) list, and hear an economic development update from Mary Beth Broeren.
- Flyover project update from AECOM
- Community center project update from Lee Builders
- CIP list updates and discussion
- Economic development update from Mary Beth Broeren
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a proposed zoning change for 4.8 acres near U.S. Highway 72, three alcohol license requests, and a revised agreement with ALDOT for Madison Boulevard Resurfacing and Safety Improvements. The consent agenda includes payments for road projects, Toyota Field improvements, and annual appropriations to local nonprofits.
- Public hearing on zoning 4.8 acres north of U.S. 72, east of Uncle Frank Boulevard to B3 (General Business) District
- Revised agreement with ALDOT for Madison Boulevard Resurfacing and Safety Improvements ($5,000,000 FHWA funds, $1,250,000 city match)
- Off-Premise Beer and Wine License for On the Way Chevron at 8530 Madison Boulevard
- Restaurant Retail Liquor License for El Mezcal Bar & Grill at 8572 Madison Boulevard, Suite R
- Additional funding of $127,000 for Phase One of the Hexagon Project
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council will consider consent agenda items including a $225,411.18 payment to Wiregrass Construction for the Middle School Roadway Extension, and a resolution authorizing up to $300,000 for improvements to Toyota Field to meet new MLB standards. The agenda also includes several annual appropriation agreements with local agencies and donations to the Senior Center. Public hearings are scheduled for a street name change from Halsey Road to Madison Branch Boulevard.
- Authorization of payment to Wiregrass Construction Company for $225,411.18 for Middle School Roadway Extension (CIP No. 20-028)
- Resolution No. 2023-052-R authorizing improvements to Toyota Field for new MLB standards, not to exceed $300,000
- Resolution No. 2023-013-R approving annual appropriation agreement with Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency for $70,074
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-007 changing street name from Halsey Road to Madison Branch Boulevard (first reading)
- Resolution No. 2023-047-R approving professional services agreement with McComm Group for Wayfinding Project Phase III for $32,000
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The Madison City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $448,257 contract for Madison Boulevard bridge repairs over Bradford Creek, a first reading to rename Halsey Road to Madison Branch Boulevard, and annual appropriation agreements totaling $139,500 for local organizations. The agenda also includes a public hearing on rezoning 4.8 acres near U.S. Highway 72 to B3 (General Business) District.
- Resolution No. 2023-036-R: Awarding $448,257 bid to Miller & Miller for Madison Boulevard bridge repairs over Bradford Creek
- Proposed Ordinance No. 2023-007: First reading to rename Halsey Road to Madison Branch Boulevard
- Resolution No. 2023-008-R: $50,000 annual appropriation for Madison Visionary Partners
- Resolution No. 2023-009-R: $75,000 annual appropriation for Madison Chamber of Commerce
- Resolution No. 2023-005-R: Setting public hearing for rezoning 4.8 acres near U.S. 72 and Uncle Frank Boulevard to B3 (General Business) District