Orange Beach public meetings in 2025

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, including a transfer of special revenue funds to the general fund. The agenda also includes a public hearing and first reading for the AC Hotel Orange Beach PUD zoning amendment, resolutions to extend entertainment districts at SanRoc Cay Marina/Perdido Beach Resort and The Wharf, and a first reading to reduce the speed limit on a portion of State Highway 182. Several professional service contracts and appointments are also up for approval.

• Resolution approving the FY 2026 Budget with transfer of special revenue funds
• Public hearing and first reading for the AC Hotel Orange Beach PUD zoning amendment (Case No. 0903-PUD-25)
• First reading to reduce speed limit on State Highway 182 from 45 mph to 35 mph between Milepost 11.55 and 13.13
• Resolutions extending entertainment districts at SanRoc Cay Marina/Perdido Beach Resort and The Wharf
• Resolution appropriating $75,000 to the Gulf Shores Airport Authority for FY2026

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council will consider several resolutions, including a $3,000 payment to the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for an electronic recycling event and a third amendment to a grant with the National Audubon Society for beach bird habitat stewardship. The council will also appoint members to the Employees' Leave Bank Committee, declare surplus personal property for disposal, and amend the Employees Pay Plan to reflect the 2026 budget. Two ordinances will be considered: one revising the wetland preservation code and another updating public‑records request fees.

• Resolution authorizing payment of up to $3,000 to the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for the Annual Electronic Recycling and Paper Shred Event.
• Resolution authorizing execution of a third amendment to the grant award agreement with the National Audubon Society for stewardship of coastal beach nesting bird habitat.
• Resolution appointing members to the Employees' Leave Bank Committee.
• Ordinance amending Chapter 30, Article V of the City Code to be retitled "Wetland Preservation and Mitigation".
• Ordinance adopting an updated policy and schedule of fees for public records requests, repealing Ordinances Nos. 327 and 412.

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including the FY2026 budget approval, several service contracts, and a park trails construction award. Additional items include two restaurant liquor license approvals and the appointment of board members. The meeting also features public comments and routine procedural items.

• Approval of FY2026 City Budget (Resolution 11)
• Award of Contorno Park Trails Phase 1 construction to Asphalt Services, Inc. (up to $255,252)
• Resolution for professional design services for a new Civic Center (up to $692,725.86)
• Approval of restaurant retail liquor licenses for Beach Bar 93 LLC (Driftwood Oyster Bar) and 25241 PB Blvd LLC (Old Salt)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of stop‑loss insurance for FY2026

The council approved multiple resolutions, including a $692,725.86 task order for design services for a new Civic Center and a $255,252 contract for Phase 1 of the Contorno Park Trails. It also granted two restaurant liquor licenses, adopted an interlocal E‑911 agreement, appointed two members to the Board of Adjustment, and postponed the FY 2026 budget to the next meeting. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved $692,725.86 task order for Civic Center design services (unanimous)
• Approved $255,252 contract for Phase 1 Contorno Park Trails (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Beach Bar 93 LLC at 23479 Perdido Beach Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for 25241 PB Blvd LLC at 25241 Perdido Beach Blvd, Unit 101 (unanimous)
• Adopted interlocal agreement with Baldwin County Emergency Communication District for E‑911 (unanimous)
• Appointed Ryan Long and Paul McGhee to the Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Postponed FY 2026 budget consideration to Dec 16 2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized city to join amicus brief in Singleton v. Montgomery (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council will review previous meeting minutes and discuss the appointment of a school board member. The body is also set to approve resolutions for 2026, including tax levies, professional service agreements, and the extension of entertainment districts.

• Discuss School Board appointment
• Approve 2026 tax levy and workers' comp list
• Extend entertainment districts at SanRoc Cay and The Wharf
• Approve $75,000 for Gulf Shores Airport Authority
• Approve 2026 professional services agreements

The council discussed a series of resolutions and ordinances to be placed on the December 16, 2025 agenda, including public‑hearing dates for zoning amendments and various service contracts. A prior approval of an amicus brief was noted, but no votes or formal approvals occurred during this meeting. The session concluded with adjournment.

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider a resolution that authorizes a settlement in the lawsuit Wireman, et al., v. The City of Orange Beach. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, miscellaneous business, and public comments. No other specific contracts, rezoning actions, or ordinance proposals are listed.

• Resolution authorizing settlement in Wireman, et al., v. The City of Orange Beach

The council approved its agenda unanimously. It adopted a resolution authorizing settlement in the case Wireman, et al., v. The City of Orange Beach with a 5-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted settlement resolution in Wireman case (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will hold first readings on ordinances extending temporary moratoriums on certain multi-family residential projects and on development within 15 feet of wetlands. The agenda also includes reappointments of key officials, approval of a special events liquor license, and several contracts, including a $120,000 multipurpose facility at the Police Department. A public hearing is scheduled for a zoning modification for Turquoise Village.

• First reading of ordinance extending temporary moratorium on multi-family residential projects and subdivision applications (Ordinance No. 2025-1504).
• First reading of ordinance extending temporary moratorium on development within 15 feet of wetlands and wetland density calculations (Ordinance No. 2025-1513).
• Resolution appointing David Trent Johnson as Interim Police Chief.
• Approval to construct a multipurpose facility on the Police Department campus, not to exceed $120,000.
• Award of Audio Visual Equipment bid to Big Blue LLC (Blue AV) in the amount of $67,691.25.

The council adopted an ordinance rezoning 7.9 acres of the Jones Duplexes area from single‑family to a Planned Unit Development, allowing 38 dwelling units. It also approved a special events liquor license, changed the spring 2026 theater production to "Disney's Frozen," and authorized a $120,000 multipurpose facility on the police campus. Several resolutions reappointing city officials and authorizing contracts were passed unanimously.

• Approved special events liquor license for Bottles Up Mobile, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved change of spring 2026 theater production to "Disney's Frozen" (unanimous)
• Approved construction of new Police Department multipurpose facility, up to $120,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance rezoning Jones Duplexes PUD, 7.9 acres to PUD (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance extending moratorium on certain multi‑family projects (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance extending moratorium on development within 15 ft of wetlands (6-0)
• Adopted resolutions reappointing city attorney, clerk, treasurer, fire chief, and interim police chief (unanimous)
• Awarded $67,691.25 to Big Blue LLC for audio‑visual equipment (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council will consider a range of items, including insurance discussion, meeting schedule changes, and several resolutions. Key decisions include authorizing professional services contracts, awarding the Contorno Park Trails Phase One bid, and approving the Fiscal Year 2026 budget with fund transfers. The council will also set a public hearing date for a zoning amendment related to the AC Hotel project and conduct a first reading of an ordinance on recreational vehicle rentals.

• Resolution authorizing a professional services agreement with Computer Backup, Inc. for technology support
• Resolution authorizing a task order with Seay, Seay & Litchfield, P.C. for Civic Center design services, not to exceed $692,725.86
• Resolution authorizing a task order with GeoCon Engineering & Materials Testing, Inc. for pool geotechnical services, not to exceed $5,200
• Award the bid for construction of the Contorno Park Trails Project, Phase One
• Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget for the City of Orange Beach

The council approved the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, including a transfer of special‑revenue funds to the general fund. It also authorized several contracts and agreements, such as a professional services contract with Computer Backup, Inc., an interlocal E‑911 agreement, and a design services task order for the new Civic Center. Additional actions included awarding the Contorno Park Trails Phase One construction bid, appointing two members to the Board of Adjustment, scheduling a public hearing on a zoning amendment for the AC Hotel project, and postponing the RV‑rental ordinance.

• Approved FY 2026 City budget, including transfer of special revenue funds
• Approved professional services agreement with Computer Backup, Inc.
• Approved interlocal E‑911 agreement with Baldwin County Emergency Communication District
• Awarded construction bid for Contorno Park Trails Project Phase One
• Approved design services task order with Seay, Seay & Litchfield, P.C. (up to $692,725.86)
• Appointed Ryan Long and Paul McGhee to the Board of Adjustment
• Set public hearing for AC Hotel Orange Beach PUD zoning amendment on Dec 16, 2025
• Deferred Recreational Vehicle Rentals ordinance; will not move forward

Regular Council Meeting

The City Council will hold second readings for ordinances regarding recreational vehicle rentals and golf carts. The body will also consider several professional service agreements and vehicle purchases.

• Second reading of ordinances for 'Recreational Vehicle Rentals' and 'Golf Carts'
• Liquor license application for Sunliner Diner at 26035 Perdido Beach Boulevard
• Purchase of Sportsplex vehicle from Stivers Ford Lincoln, Inc. for $49,116
• Purchase of Utilities Department vehicle from Stivers Ford Lincoln, Inc. for $37,380
• Donation of surplus Automated External Defibrillators to the Alabama Charter Fishing Association

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss appointments for key city leadership roles and the construction of a new multipurpose facility on the Police Department campus. The body will also consider several resolutions for professional services and fee updates.

• Appointments of City Attorney, City Clerk, City Treasurer/Finance Director, Fire Chief, and Police Chief
• Construction of a new multipurpose facility on the Police Department campus
• Fee schedule amendment for the Orange Beach Shooting Complex
• Contract with GeoCon Engineering & Materials Testing, Inc. for Fire Training Facility services not to exceed $20,000
• Contract with GeoCon Engineering & Materials Testing, Inc. for Police Multipurpose Facility services not to exceed $3,000

Regular Council Meeting

The City Council is meeting to administer oaths to the Mayor and Councilmembers. The body will elect a Chairman Pro Tempore and establish the schedule for regular meetings. The session includes a first reading of an ordinance regarding meeting rules of procedure.

• Election of Chairman Pro Tempore
• First reading of ordinance establishing rules of procedure for meetings and public hearings
• Temporary ratification of present depositories
• Continuation of duties for City Attorney, City Clerk, City Treasurer/Finance Director, Fire Chief, and Police Chief

The council elected Jerry Johnson as Chairman Pro Tempore. It set regular council meetings for the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 5:00 p.m. The council adopted an ordinance establishing rules of procedure for meetings, public hearings, and committees. It also temporarily ratified current depositories and continued city officials pending permanent appointments.

• Elected Jerry Johnson as Chairman Pro Tempore (4-0-1)
• Established regular meeting schedule on first and third Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m. (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing rules of procedure for meetings (5-0)
• Temporarily ratified use of present depositories (5-0)
• Continued City Attorney, City Clerk, City Treasurer/Finance Director, and Police Chief pending permanent appointment (5-0)

Solid Waste Authority

The Orange Beach Solid Waste Authority is meeting to discuss new business. The primary item is a proposed rate increase for waste services.

• Approval of a 5% rate increase by BFI Waste Services, LLC, dba Republic Services, for 2026

The board approved a 5% rate increase for BF] Waste Services, LLC, dba Republic Services, effective in 2026. The motion passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved 5% rate increase for BF] Waste Services, LLC (5-0)

Regular Council Meeting

The council will hold first readings of ordinances amending recreational vehicle rentals and golf cart regulations. It will also consider resolutions for a Baldwin County police/fire communications system, a grant amendment with the National Audubon Society for bird habitat stewardship, and a $32,351.74 police department furniture purchase. Other items include granting an electric line easement, paying legal fees, and approving agreements for events and safety barricades.

• First reading of ordinance amending Recreational Vehicle Rentals (Chapter 50)
• First reading of ordinance amending Golf Carts (Chapter 70)
• Resolution for Baldwin County Interoperability Communications System for Police and Fire Protection Services
• Resolution for amendment to grant agreement with National Audubon Society for Coastal Alabama beach nesting bird habitat
• Resolution authorizing purchase of police office furniture for $32,351.74

The council certified two cash requirement items, one with no related interests (5‑0) and one with related interests in Swift Supply (4‑0‑1). It unanimously adopted seven resolutions authorizing various agreements, a purchase of police office furniture for $32,351.74, and legal fees. The first reading of the RV‑rental ordinance failed (2‑3) and the golf‑cart ordinance moved to a second reading. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Certified cash requirements with no related interests (5-0)
• Certified cash requirements with related interests in Swift Supply (4-0-1)
• Adopted resolution for Baldwin County Interoperability Communications System (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution amending grant with National Audubon Society (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of police office furniture $32,351.74 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution granting underground electric line easement to Baldwin County Electric Membership Corp (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing legal fees for Carr, Allison, Oliver & Sis and Galloway, Wettermark & Rutens (unanimous)
• First reading of RV‑rental ordinance failed (2-3); ordinance moves to second reading

Committee of the Whole

The City Council will vote on several resolutions, including donating surplus defibrillators, hiring PR services, purchasing two vehicles totaling $86,496, and appointing board members. A public hearing is proposed for November 18 on a zoning amendment modifying the Jones Duplexes PUD at Turquoise Village.

• Resolution to donate surplus defibrillators to Alabama Charter Fishing Association
• Resolution for PR/marketing agency agreement with JJPR, LLC
• Purchase of Sportsplex vehicle for $49,116 from Stivers Ford Lincoln
• Purchase of Utilities Department vehicle for $37,380 from Stivers Ford Lincoln
• Set public hearing (11/18/2025) for zoning amendment, Jones Duplexes PUD Modification – Turquoise Village

The Committee of the Whole met to review potential agenda items for the November 4 meeting. Items discussed included a surplus AED donation, public‑relations contracts, a dance‑instruction contract, two vehicle purchases, a tennis‑racket‑stringing contract, board of adjustment appointments, and a zoning hearing date. No votes or approvals were recorded, and the meeting adjourned without any decisions.

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading for a zoning ordinance amendment regarding The Wharf PUD. The body will also consider liquor license applications and a grant application for FY2026.

• Public hearing and first reading for Zoning Ordinance amendment Case No. 0907-PUDA-25 (The Wharf Ice Rink and Temporary Sales Area)
• Liquor license application for Springhill Suites Orange Beach at 24241 Perdido Beach Boulevard
• Liquor license application for Billy’s Gourmet Hot Dogs at 3 Market Street, Unit 3A
• FY2026 Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Application
• Reappointment of Michael A. Dasinger as Municipal Court Judge

The council adopted Ordinance No. 172, modifying the Wharf PUD to permit a temporary ice rink and sales area at Main Street and Wharf Lanes. It also approved two retail liquor licenses, certified cash requirements for city payments, reappointed the municipal court judge, and authorized a FY2026 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant application.

• Approved agenda as written (unanimous, 5-0)
• Certified cash requirements with no related interests (5-0)
• Certified cash requirements with related interests in Swift Supply (4-0-1)
• Approved Special Retail liquor license for Springhill Suites Orange Beach, 24241 Perdido Beach Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved Restaurant Retail liquor license for Billy’s Gourmet Hot Dogs, 3 Market St Unit 3A (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 172 for The Wharf PUD minor modification (5-0)
• Reappointed Michael A. Dasinger as Municipal Court Judge (unanimous)
• Authorized FY2026 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant application (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider two ordinance amendments: one updating regulations on recreational vehicle rentals, another on golf carts. They will also vote on several resolutions, including a contract for a regional police/fire communications system, a grant amendment for beach bird habitat stewardship, and the purchase of police department furniture for $32,351.74. Additionally, they will set a Solid Waste Authority meeting date and consider paying legal fees.

• Ordinance amending Recreational Vehicle Rentals (Chapter 50)
• Ordinance amending Golf Carts regulations (Chapter 70)
• Resolution for Baldwin County Interoperability Communications System for Police and Fire Protection Services
• Resolution to purchase Police Department office furniture for $32,351.74
• Resolution for grant amendment with National Audubon Society for beach nesting bird habitat stewardship

The Committee of the Whole met on Oct. 7, 2025 to review items for the Oct. 21 agenda. Members set a Solid Waste Authority meeting for Oct. 21 and discussed resolutions concerning police‑fire communications, a coastal bird habitat grant, police office furniture, an electric easement, legal fees, and a community event. They also reviewed draft ordinances to amend rules on recreational vehicle rentals and golf carts. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider awarding a $1,941,800 bid to Roy Lewis Construction Corporation for construction of a Fire Training Center. Other business includes a resolution to appoint special counsel for litigation against shale oil producers, approval of a restaurant retail liquor license for The Beli at 4725 Main Street, and a public hearing on an appeal of a business license denial for Shore Thing Golf Carts LLC. The council will also vote on purchasing Parks and Recreation Office furniture for $47,978.60 and a law enforcement data access agreement for the Police Department.

• Resolution awarding Fire Training Center construction bid to Roy Lewis Construction Corporation for $1,941,800
• Resolution appointing special counsel Farra & Wang PLLC and Berger Montague PC for shale oil litigation
• Public hearing on appeal of business license denial by Shore Thing Golf Carts LLC
• Approval of Restaurant Retail Liquor License for The Beli at 4725 Main Street, Suite F 123
• Resolution authorizing furniture purchase for Parks and Recreation Office for $47,978.60

The council adopted a resolution awarding the fire training center construction contract to Roy Lewis Construction Corporation for up to $1,941,800 (5‑0). It also approved contracts for civic‑center design services, a restaurant liquor license at 4725 Main Street, furniture for Parks & Recreation, a law‑enforcement data‑access agreement, and a generator‑maintenance agreement, each by unanimous vote. Council postponed indefinitely the appointment of special counsel for shale‑oil litigation, and unanimously denied a business license for Shore Thing Golf Carts LLC. The council certified cash requirements as within budget and adjourned.

• Approved fire training center construction contract up to $1,941,800 (5-0)
• Approved civic center design services contract (5-0)
• Approved liquor license for The Beli at 4725 Main St, Suite F (unanimous)
• Postponed special counsel appointment indefinitely (unanimous)
• Approved $47,978.60 furniture purchase for Parks & Recreation (unanimous)
• Approved law‑enforcement data access agreement with Biometrica Systems (unanimous)
• Approved generator maintenance agreement with IPS Power Systems (unanimous)
• Denied business license for Shore Thing Golf Carts LLC (unanimous against)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss a sponsorship request for the Ice Skating Rink at the Wharf and consider resolutions to apply for a FY2026 Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant and appoint Michael A. Dasinger as Municipal Court Judge. They will also set a public hearing date (October 7, 2025) for an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance for The Wharf PUD minor modification related to the ice rink and a temporary sales area. Additionally, approval of Christmas lighting quotes is on the agenda.

• Set public hearing (10/7/2025) for an ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance No. 172 for The Wharf PUD minor modification (ice rink and temporary sales area)
• Approve Christmas lighting quotes
• Discuss sponsorship request for the Ice Skating Rink at the Wharf
• Resolution to submit FY2026 Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant application
• Resolution appointing Michael A. Dasinger as Municipal Court Judge

The council approved moving forward with Christmas lighting quotes from Joy to the World and 1000Bulbs.com. It also approved a $5,000 sponsorship for the Ice Skating Rink at the Wharf. A public hearing was scheduled for October 7, 2025 on an amendment to the zoning ordinance for The Wharf PUD. No other actions were recorded.

• Approved moving forward with Christmas lighting quotes from Joy to the World and 1000Bulbs.com
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for the Ice Skating Rink at the Wharf
• Set public hearing for ordinance amendment (Ordinance No. 172, The Wharf PUD) on October 7, 2025

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider a resolution that officially records the results of the municipal election held on August 26, 2025. This is the sole item on the agenda for the special‑called meeting.

• Resolution canvassing the results of the August 26, 2025 municipal election

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It then adopted a resolution reporting the August 26, 2025 municipal election results, passing with a 6‑0 vote. Finally, the council unanimously adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted election results resolution (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider several resolutions, including a purchase of a $63,903.06 tractor for the Sportsplex and a proposal for auditing services. The primary agenda item is a first‑reading ordinance that would levy a local excise tax and require business licenses for the sale of consumable vapor products within city limits. A public hearing will also be held for an amendment to the zoning ordinance affecting The Wharf Landing Villas PUD.

• Resolution to purchase a tractor for the Sportsplex for $63,903.06
• Resolution to accept auditing services from Byers, Byers & Associates, P.C.
• Resolution to reappoint members to the Fire Code Board of Appeals
• Ordinance first reading to tax and license consumable vapor product sales
• Public hearing on zoning amendment for The Wharf Landing Villas PUD

The Orange Beach City Council approved multiple resolutions and ordinances, including a zoning amendment for The Wharf Landing Villas PUD and a local excise tax with licensing for vapor product sales. It also authorized a $63,903.06 tractor purchase, joined state opioid settlement actions, and denied a business license for Shore Thing Golf Carts LLC. Cash requirement certifications were also passed.

• Certified cash requirements with no related interests passed (6-0)
• Certified cash requirements with related interests in Swift Supply passed (5-0-1)
• Business license application for Shore Thing Golf Carts LLC denied (6 nay)
• Authorized purchase of a tractor for the Sportsplex ($63,903.06) passed (unanimous)
• Adopted zoning amendment for The Wharf Landing Villas PUD passed (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance levying local excise tax and licensing for vapor product sales passed (6-0)
• Authorized city participation in opioid settlements passed (unanimous)
• Accepted proposal for auditing services from Byers, Byers & Associates passed (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss and consider multiple resolutions and one ordinance. Items include hiring special counsel for shale oil litigation, awarding a bid for a new Fire Training Center, and accepting a proposal for Civic Center Design Services. Also up for discussion are a $47,978.60 furniture purchase for Parks and Recreation, a data access agreement for the police department, and an ordinance updating references to Walker Island in the Islands of Perdido code.

• Resolution to appoint Farra & Wang PLLC and Berger Montague PC as special counsel for shale oil litigation
• Resolution awarding bid for construction of a new Fire Training Center
• Resolution accepting proposal for Civic Center Design Services
• Resolution authorizing $47,978.60 furniture purchase for Parks and Recreation Office
• Ordinance amending Islands of Perdido code to update Walker Island references

The Orange Beach City Council reviewed eight items, including fire training center construction, civic center design services, Christmas lighting, special counsel appointments, furniture purchase, law‑enforcement data access, generator maintenance, and a code amendment. No vote totals or approval outcomes were documented for any of these items. The meeting concluded with public comments and adjourned without any recorded decisions.

Regular Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several resolutions including the appointment of an interim police chief and the adoption of the FY2026 Transportation Plan. The body will also review agreements for disaster management, opioid settlements, and vehicle donations.

• Resolution appointing David Trent Johnson as Interim Police Chief
• Adoption of Transportation Plan for FY2026
• Proposal for Debris Monitoring, Disaster Management, and Recovery Services from Thompson Consulting Services, LLC
• Resolution to join State of Alabama and other local governments in opioid settlements (Purdue Pharma / Sackler Family)
• Donation of surplus city vehicles to the Orange Beach Board of Education and Saint Stephens Volunteer Fire Department

The Orange Beach City Council approved a series of resolutions, including appointing an interim police chief, declaring two city vehicles surplus and donating them, and adopting the FY2026 Transportation Plan. Additional resolutions authorized service contracts for the lifeguard building, a wildlife‑rehabilitation grant amendment, a cooperative agreement with the state environmental agency, and participation in opioid settlement distributions. All motions passed, with vote counts recorded for each.

• Appointed David Trent Johnson as interim police chief (5-1)
• Declared a city vehicle surplus and donated it to the Orange Beach Board of Education (unanimous 6-0)
• Declared a city vehicle surplus and donated it to the Saint Stephens Volunteer Fire Department (unanimous 6-0)
• Adopted the Transportation Plan for FY2026 (unanimous 6-0)
• Authorized a service order with Uniti Fiber LLC for the lifeguard building (unanimous 6-0)
• Authorized amendment five to the subaward grant for the Orange Beach Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Program (unanimous 6-0)
• Authorized a cooperative agreement with the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (unanimous 6-0)
• Authorized Orange Beach to join the State of Alabama and other local governments in opioid settlement participation (unanimous 6-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed ordinance to levy a tax on consumable vapor products. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding city infrastructure, professional services, and legal settlements.

• Proposed ordinance to levy a 'Vape Tax' on consumable vapor products
• Purchase of a tractor for the Sportsplex from Parish Tractor Company, LLC for $63,903.06
• Awarding the bid for construction of a new Fire Training Center
• Business license application for Shore Thing Golf Carts LLC
• Participation in opioid settlements against secondary manufacturers

The Committee of the Whole met on August 19, 2025 to review items for the September 2 agenda. No resolutions were voted on or formally adopted during the meeting. Public comments included a question about property taxes and an invitation to a ribbon‑cutting ceremony. The meeting adjourned at 5:16 P.M.

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider a second‑reading amendment to the zoning ordinance for the Keel RV Storage addition. It will also authorize the Board of Education to use Athletic Complex wind‑deductible funds for track coating and parking, and adopt several resolutions covering holiday decorations, engineering services, program fees, debris contracts, a speed‑radar donation, and a property donation. A public hearing will address the disposal of three vessels abandoned after Hurricane Sally.

• Ordinance amendment: Keel RV Storage Third Addition (Zoning Ordinance No. 172)
• Resolution to purchase holiday decorations from Jubilee Decor, LLC up to $263,673
• Resolution for geotechnical testing services for Jubilee Point road improvements up to $7,730
• Resolution declaring a city speed radar surplus and donating it to the Town of Elberta
• Public hearing to declare three vessels abandoned after Hurricane Sally and authorize disposal

The council adopted several resolutions, including a zoning amendment for the Keel RV Storage third addition, authorizing funding for school track upgrades, and approving multiple contracts and property transactions. A speed radar was declared surplus and donated to the Town of Elberta. The council also postponed a debris‑monitoring proposal to the next meeting.

• Amended Zoning Ordinance for Keel RV Storage addition (4-0-1)
• Authorized Board of Education wind‑deductible for track coating and parking (4-1)
• Approved purchase of holiday decorations up to $263,673 (unanimous)
• Awarded debris‑clearance contract to DRC Emergency Services (unanimous)
• Declared city speed radar surplus and authorized donation to Town of Elberta (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of real property at 27471 Canal Road (unanimous)
• Declared three vessels abandoned after Hurricane Sally and authorized disposal (unanimous)
• Postponed Debris Monitoring proposal to August 19, 2025 (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the appointment of an interim police chief and the adoption of the FY2026 Transportation Plan. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding vehicle donations, service contracts, and grant agreements.

• Appointment of an interim police chief
• Adoption of Transportation Plan for FY2026
• Donation of surplus vehicles to Orange Beach Board of Education and Saint Stephens Volunteer Fire Department
• Service order with Uniti Fiber LLC for the resident beach lifeguard building
• Public hearing date for Zoning Ordinance amendment Case No. 0414-PUD-25 (The Wharf Landing Villas PUD)

The council supported a $7,600 purchase to replace porch fans at the Coastal Arts Center and approved moving forward with the Guys and Dolls performing‑arts production. It adopted the FY2026 Transportation Plan and authorized several resolutions, including vehicle donations, service orders, and contract agreements. A public hearing was scheduled for a zoning ordinance amendment, and the council entered an executive‑session unanimously to discuss pending litigation.

• Approved $7,600 purchase to replace porch fans at the Coastal Arts Center
• Approved Guys and Dolls as the 2026 Performing Arts production
• Adopted the FY2026 Transportation Plan
• Authorized donation of a surplus city vehicle to the Orange Beach Board of Education
• Authorized donation of a surplus city vehicle to the Saint Stephens Volunteer Fire Department
• Authorized service order with Uniti Fiber LLC for the lifeguard building at the resident beach
• Set public hearing for zoning ordinance amendment (Ordinance No. 172) on September 2, 2025
• Executive‑session motion to discuss pending litigation passed unanimously

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use approval for the Keel RV Storage Third Addition. The body will also consider signage amendments for the Oasis at Orange Beach and various service agreements for public safety departments.

• Public hearing and first reading of zoning amendment for Keel RV Storage Third Addition (Case No. 0603-CU-25)
• Zoning Ordinance amendment for Oasis at Orange Beach signage (Case No. 0607-PUDA-25)
• Bid award to Scuba.com, Inc. for a Towfish and Sector Scanning Sonar System for $34,046
• Temporary permit for a sales trailer at the Margaritaville resort development site
• Use agreement with Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for the 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival

The council certified cash requirements, both with and without related interests, and rejected a proposed signage amendment to the zoning ordinance. It unanimously approved six resolutions covering a temporary sales‑trailer permit, the 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival agreement, police instructor training, a forensic equipment donation, a fire department partnership, and a $34,046 award to Scuba.com Inc. for a towfish and sector‑scanning sonar system. A public hearing on a conditional use for Keel RV Storage received no comments, and a motion to suspend rules for its ordinance failed, sending the ordinance to a second reading.

• Certified cash requirements with no related interests – approved (6-0)
• Certified cash requirements with related interests in Swift Supply – approved (5-0-1)
• Ordinance amending zoning signage – rejected (1-5)
• Resolution approving temporary permit for sales trailer at Margaritaville – approved unanimous
• Resolution authorizing use agreement for 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival – approved unanimous
• Resolution authorizing police department instructor‑training contract with Offset Consulting – approved unanimous
• Resolution accepting forensic equipment donation for police department – approved unanimous
• Resolution awarding $34,046 Towfish and Sonar System contract to Scuba.com Inc. – approved unanimous

Committee of the Whole

The City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly act on several resolutions and a public hearing. Key items include a $259,668 contract for holiday decorations, a public hearing on abandoned vessels, and multiple engineering and debris management contracts.

• Public hearing set for August 5 to declare three vessels abandoned after Hurricane Sally and authorize disposal
• Resolution to purchase holiday decorations from Jubilee Decor, LLC not to exceed $259,668
• Task order with GeoCon Engineering for Jubilee Point road geotechnical testing up to $7,730
• Resolution establishing fees for Expect Excellence Pre-K After School Program
• Awarding bid for debris clearance, disposal, and sand reclamation

The Orange Beach City Council set a public hearing for August 5 to declare three vessels abandoned after Hurricane Sally. The Council also discussed a land donation near the elementary school, several resolutions for purchases and services, and a proposal to donate a surplus speed radar. No vote counts or approvals/denials were recorded in the minutes.

General

This is a regular meeting of the Orange Beach City Council. The agenda is largely procedural, with the only substantive items being a discussion of a threat to city personnel and an executive session to discuss potential litigation. No other business, proposals, or decisions are listed.

• Discussion of a threat to city personnel
• Executive session to discuss potential litigation

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It then voted to enter an executive session to discuss potential litigation, with the city attorney providing the required Open Meetings Act declaration. After the executive session, the council unanimously adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss potential litigation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider approving liquor licenses for local businesses, amending the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, and authorizing the purchase of police equipment and software services. The meeting also includes a second reading on a zoning ordinance and a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month.

• Second Reading: Zoning Ordinance amendment for Oasis at Orange Beach
• Approval: Retail liquor license for Adventure Cruises OB, LLC
• Approval: Special events liquor license for Wharf Restaurant Group
• Resolution: Appropriating $25,000 to Coastal Alabama Business Chamber
• Resolution: Authorizing $61,604.23 for Police Department vehicle emergency equipment

The council adopted a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. It also approved several liquor license applications, authorized purchases for police equipment and license‑plate cameras, appropriated $25,000 to the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber, and appointed election officers for the August 26, 2025 municipal election. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted FY 2025 budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Retail Common Carrier liquor license for Adventure Cruises OB, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Special Events liquor license for Wharf Restaurant Group LLC event (unanimous)
• Approved Restaurant liquor license for Nami Sushi LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Vehicle Emergency Equipment for Police Department, $61,604.23 (unanimous)
• Authorized license‑plate recognition camera purchase for Police Department, $81,000 (unanimous)
• Appropriated $25,000 to Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for community programming (unanimous)
• Appointed election officers for the August 26, 2025 municipal election (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach Committee of the Whole meets to discuss and prepare items for future council action. Topics include a request for a temporary sales trailer at the Margaritaville site, a use agreement for the 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival, and a service agreement for police instructor training. A reminder is given for a public hearing on July 15 regarding a conditional use approval for Keel RV Storage Third Addition.

• Request from The Wharf Landing LLC for a temporary sales trailer at the Margaritaville site (Brown Lane and Foley Beach Express)
• Resolution authorizing a use agreement with the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for the 52nd Annual National Shrimp Festival
• Resolution authorizing a service agreement with Offset Consulting LLC for Police Department instructor training
• Reminder: Public hearing and first reading for Conditional Use Approval for Keel RV Storage Third Addition on July 15, 2025

The council reviewed several items for the July 15 agenda, including a request for a temporary sales trailer, a use agreement for the shrimp festival, and a service agreement for police training. Public comments addressed funding for the Miss Coastal Christmas Pageant and a school athletic complex request. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded, and the meeting adjourned.

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on a zoning amendment for signage at the Oasis at Orange Beach (formerly Phoenix West II). The council will also vote on resolutions including authorizing $287,604.25 from opioid litigation settlements for automated external defibrillators for the Fire Department, establishing fees for the Orange Beach Shooting Complex, and approving a restaurant liquor license for Mama Lotties Pub and Grill.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance for Oasis at Orange Beach PUD signage amendment
• Resolution authorizing $287,604.25 for Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) for Fire Department from opioid settlement funds
• Resolution establishing fees and operational policies for the Orange Beach Shooting Complex
• Approval of Restaurant Retail Liquor License for Mama Lotties Pub and Grill at 25405 Perdido Beach Boulevard
• Resolution authorizing franchise for BCC Waste Solutions, LLC for commercial solid waste removal

The council approved the 2023 audited financial statements and a liquor license for Mama Lottie's Pub and Grill. It adopted several resolutions, including a $287,604.25 purchase of automated external defibrillators for the Fire Department, a waste‑removal franchise for BCC Waste Solutions, and a fee waiver for the Shooting Team awards banquet. The council also held a public hearing on a signage amendment for the Oasis at Orange Beach PUD, but took no action.

• Approved 2023 audited financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Mama Lottie's Pub and Grill, 25405 Perdido Beach Blvd, Suite 25 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution establishing fees and policies for the Orange Beach Shooting Complex (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing $287,604.25 purchase of AEDs for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing franchise for BCC Waste Solutions, LLC for commercial solid waste removal (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution waiving fees for Coastal Art Center for Shooting Team 2025 Awards Banquet (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing J. Martin Pitts to the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing donation to the Alabama District Attorneys Association (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council Committee of the Whole will consider several resolutions including amending the FY2025 budget, appointing election officers, and authorizing purchases for the police department. They will also set a public hearing date for a conditional use approval for RV storage. No final votes are taken at this committee meeting; recommendations go to the full council.

• Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget.
• Resolution appropriating $25,000 to the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for community programming.
• Resolution authorizing $61,604.23 for police vehicle emergency equipment.
• Resolution authorizing $81,000 for Flock license plate recognition cameras for the Police Department.
• Set public hearing date (July 15, 2025) for Conditional Use Approval, Keel RV Storage Third Addition (Case No. 0603-CU-25).

The Orange Beach City Council adopted a resolution amending the FY 2025 budget and approved several procurement contracts, including police emergency equipment and license‑plate‑recognition cameras. It also appropriated $25,000 to the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber, appointed election officers and set a public hearing for a conditional use request. All items were approved without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025 budget
• Approved $61,604.23 purchase of vehicle emergency equipment for the Police Department
• Approved $81,000 purchase of license‑plate‑recognition cameras from Flock Group, Inc. for the Police Department
• Approved $25,000 appropriation to the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber for community programming
• Approved appointment of the City Clerk to prepare and file the qualified voter list for the Aug. 26, 2025 municipal election
• Approved appointment of election officers for the Aug. 26, 2025 municipal election
• Approved performance agreement with The Funky Lampshades for music at the Pop‑Up Park & Block Party event
• Set public hearing for Conditional Use Approval of Keel RV Storage Third Addition for July 15, 2025

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will vote on awarding a $187,282 contract to The Walker Collaborative for a Visioning and Strategic Plan, Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinances Update, and Infrastructure Evaluation for Future Growth Study. Other items include a new traffic signal on State Highway 180 at Wharf Parkway East, two taxi franchise authorizations, a road resurfacing change order not to exceed $32,800, and a zoning ordinance amendment for Village of Tannin PUD modification.

• Resolution awarding $187,282 contract to The Walker Collaborative for planning and zoning update
• Ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance, Case 0408-PUDA-25, Village of Tannin PUD Modification, Lot 1 Land Use Designation
• Resolution authorizing agreement with ALDOT for new traffic signal on State Highway 180 at Wharf Parkway East
• Resolution authorizing franchise for CrozzzzCabz, Inc. to operate taxi service
• Resolution authorizing Change Order No. 1 with Arrington Curb & Excavation for additional milling and paving, not to exceed $32,800

The council approved a $187,282 contract with Walker Collaborative for a Visioning and Strategic Plan, Comprehensive Plan, zoning update, and infrastructure evaluation. It also adopted an amendment to the zoning ordinance, authorized a temporary traffic signal on State Highway 180, granted new and renewal taxi franchises, and approved a $32,800 change order for additional road resurfacing. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted resolution awarding Walker Collaborative contract up to $187,282 (unanimous)
• Adopted amendment to Zoning Ordinance (Village of Tannin PUD Modification) (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for temporary traffic signal on State Highway 180 at Wharf Parkway East, $100,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted franchise for CrozzzzCabz, Inc. taxi service (unanimous)
• Adopted franchise renewal for A Ms. Mary Taxi Service LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Change Order No. 1 with Arrington Curb & Excavation for additional milling/paving up to $32,800 (unanimous)
• Certified cash requirements with no related interests as within budget (5-0)
• Certified cash requirements with related interests in Swift Supply as within budget (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council Committee of the Whole will discuss several resolutions, including authorizing $287,604.25 for automated external defibrillators (AEDs) for the Fire Department using opioid settlement funds, and granting a waste franchise to BCC Waste Solutions. Other items include approval of the 2023 audited financial statements and an appointment to the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals. A reminder is noted for a future public hearing on a zoning amendment for Oasis at Orange Beach.

• Resolution authorizing purchase of AEDs for Fire Department from GoRescue Brands, Inc. for $287,604.25
• Resolution appointing J. Martin Pitts to the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals
• Resolution authorizing a franchise for BCC Waste Solutions, LLC for commercial solid waste and construction debris removal
• Approval of the 2023 Audited Financial Statements
• Reminder of public hearing on June 17, 2025 for Oasis at Orange Beach PUD zoning amendment

The Orange Beach City Council approved the 2023 audited financial statements. It appointed J. Martin Pitts to the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals. The council authorized spending opioid‑settlement funds to buy automated external defibrillators for the fire department, a $287,604.25 AED purchase, and a franchise for BCC Waste Solutions to handle commercial solid waste and construction debris.

• Approved 2023 audited financial statements
• Appointed J. Martin Pitts to the Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals
• Authorized use of opioid‑settlement funds for AED purchase
• Authorized purchase of AEDs for Fire Department ($287,604.25) via Sourcewell
• Authorized franchise for BCC Waste Solutions, LLC for commercial solid waste and construction debris removal

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider a zoning text amendment regarding wetlands density and setbacks, approve several police department equipment purchases, and address a temporary moratorium on wetland development.

• Second reading of wetlands density and setback ordinance
• Police access control system purchase ($59,228.57)
• Police video surveillance system purchase ($63,057.15)
• Temporary moratorium on wetland development
• Bear Point Cemetery ownership transfer

The council adopted a zoning ordinance amendment that raises wetlands density requirements and minimum setbacks. It also approved a restaurant liquor license for Tee Off at the Wharf (4619 Main St, Space A101). Several resolutions were adopted authorizing a portable building, police access‑control and video‑surveillance systems, a software service agreement, a dump‑truck purchase, and a beach‑monitoring task order. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted zoning ordinance amendment on wetlands density and setbacks (5-0)
• Approved liquor license for Tee Off at the Wharf, 4619 Main St, Space A101 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for temporary portable building at 22801 Canal Road (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to purchase police access‑control system for $59,228.57 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to purchase police video‑surveillance system for $63,057.15 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for software service agreement with Southern Software Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to purchase dump truck for Utilities Department for $128,500 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for beach‑monitoring task order with Foth Infrastructure & Environment for $54,800 (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council will consider three resolutions: authorizing a traffic signal agreement with ALDOT on State Highway 180 at Wharf Parkway East, approving a taxi franchise for CrozzzzCabz, Inc., and renewing a franchise for A-1 Ms. Mary Taxi Service. The council will also set a June 17, 2025 public hearing for a zoning ordinance amendment regarding signage at Oasis at Orange Beach. Unfinished business has no specific items; public comments will be heard.

• Resolution authorizing traffic signal agreement with ALDOT on Hwy 180 at Wharf Parkway East
• Resolution granting taxi franchise to CrozzzzCabz, Inc.
• Resolution renewing taxi franchise for A-1 Ms. Mary Taxi Service
• Set public hearing date (June 17, 2025) for zoning ordinance amendment, Oasis at Orange Beach signage

The Orange Beach City Council met on May 20, 2025 to review items for the June 3 agenda. Council members discussed a traffic signal agreement with ALDOT, new and renewal taxi franchises, and a zoning signage amendment. The council set a public hearing for June 17, 2025 on the zoning amendment. Councilmembers also asked staff to address shuttle timing, mosquito control, and to obtain state legislation details on hemp‑derived beverage regulations.

• Public hearing set for June 17, 2025 on Ordinance No. 172 signage amendment

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will hold a final vote on a zoning modification for the Village of Tannin PUD and first readings on several zoning text amendments, including parking requirements and wetlands density. Public hearings are scheduled for the Twilley Property rezoning and two zoning text amendments. The council will also consider resolutions to purchase vehicles for the police and public works departments, award a contract for ballfield lighting, and approve a study for the wastewater treatment plant.

• Second reading of ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance for Village of Tannin PUD Modification, Lot 1 Land Use Designation
• Public hearing and first reading for Twilley Property Rezoning (Case No. 0401-RZ-25)
• Public hearing and first reading for Zoning Text Amendment on Wetlands Density and Minimum Setbacks (Case No. 0410-ZT-25)
• Resolution authorizing task order for Discharge Information Zone study at wastewater treatment plant, not to exceed $54,435
• Resolution authorizing purchase of three police vehicles ($144,243) and two public works vehicles ($124,824) from Stivers Ford Lincoln

The Orange Beach City Council unanimously approved a special retail liquor license for Zahr Entertainment LLC. It also adopted several resolutions authorizing service agreements for animal care, software services, vehicle purchases, and a pipeline right‑of‑way contract. Additionally, two zoning ordinance amendments were adopted with unanimous votes.

• Approved Special Retail Liquor License for Zahr Entertainment LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for software service agreement with Zapp Software, LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for feral cat care agreements with Coastal Cats & Critters, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for feral cat removal agreement with Safe Harbor Animal Coalition (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for professional services agreement with Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for DIZ study task order with Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood, Inc., up to $54,435 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing pipeline right‑of‑way contract with ADCNR (unanimous)
• Adopted zoning ordinance amendment (Case No. 0409‑ZT‑25) reducing parking requirements for automotive repair stations (unanimous, 6‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and vote on multiple resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a request for a temporary trailer, several police department equipment purchases totaling over $122,000, and two ordinances: one to accept ownership of Bear Point Cemetery and another to sell city-owned property to The Wharf Landing, LLC. The council will also consider establishing fees for the Orange Beach Shooting Complex.

• Discuss temporary trailer request by Couch Aggregates at 22801 Canal Road
• Resolution to purchase access control system for Police Department: $59,228.57
• Resolution to purchase video surveillance system for Police Department: $63,057.15
• Ordinance accepting ownership of Bear Point Cemetery and establishing new municipal cemetery chapter
• Resolution to purchase dump truck for Utilities Department: $128,500

The Orange Beach City Council authorized several resolutions, including purchases for police security systems, a dump truck for utilities, and a beach monitoring task order. It also approved mutual aid agreements with neighboring jurisdictions and adopted policies for the Shooting Complex and Bear Point Cemetery. No items were denied or tabled during the meeting.

• Authorized purchase of an access control system for the Police Department ($59,228.57)
• Authorized purchase of a video surveillance system for the Police Department ($63,057.15)
• Authorized purchase of a dump truck for the Utilities Department ($128,500)
• Authorized a task order with Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC for engineered beach monitoring ($54,800)
• Authorized execution of mutual aid agreement with Escambia County, Florida
• Authorized execution of mutual aid agreement with the City of Bay Minette, Alabama
• Authorized execution of mutual aid agreement with Coastal Alabama Community College
• Accepted ownership of Bear Point Cemetery and created a new municipal cemetery chapter

Regular Council Meeting

The council holds a second reading of an ordinance prohibiting commercial activity on beaches, shorelines, and waterways. They also hold a public hearing and first reading for a zoning modification at Village of Tannin. Multiple resolutions authorize vehicle purchases, franchise renewals, and professional services agreements.

• Second reading of ordinance banning commercial activity on beaches, shorelines, and waterways
• Resolution authorizing ADECA subgrant for license plate reader cameras for Police Department
• Resolution to purchase two Public Works vehicles for $114,824 from Stivers Ford Lincoln
• Resolution awarding bid for mobile entertainment stage for Parks and Recreation to Astra Stages for $61,025
• Resolution authorizing professional services agreement with Lose Design for Aquatics Center renovation and expansion conceptual design

The Orange Beach City Council approved its agenda and certified two cash‑requirement audits. It adopted an ordinance adding a prohibition on commercial activity on beaches, shorelines, and waterways. The council also approved a series of resolutions, including a subgrant for police license‑plate reader cameras, the purchase of two public‑works vehicles for $114,824, and the award of a $61,025 mobile‑entertainment stage contract. A public hearing on a Village of Tannin PUD zoning amendment received only a first reading with no action taken.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Certified cash requirements with no related interests as within budget (6-0)
• Certified cash requirements with related interests in Swift Supply as within budget (5-0-1)
• Ordinance prohibiting commercial activity on beaches adopted (6-0)
• Resolution authorizing subgrant for police license‑plate reader cameras adopted (unanimous)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of two Public Works vehicles for $114,824 adopted (unanimous)
• Resolution awarding Mobile Entertainment Stage bid to Astra Stages LLC for $61,025 adopted (unanimous)
• First reading of Village of Tannin PUD modification ordinance received no action

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council, sitting as Committee of the Whole, will consider several resolutions including a $54,435 discharge study for the wastewater treatment plant, feral cat removal service agreements, and a software contract for festivals. The council will also set public hearing dates for zoning text amendments and a conditional use, and consider a ground lease with the solid waste authority.

• Resolution authorizing a $54,435 Discharge Information Zone study for the Orange Beach Wastewater Treatment Plant (Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood, Inc.)
• Resolutions for feral cat removal service agreements with Coastal Cats & Critters, Inc. and Safe Harbor Animal Coalition (SHAC)
• Resolution for a software service agreement with Zapp Software, LLC for the 2026 Festival of Art, 2026 Seafood Festival, and 2025 Freedom Fest
• Set public hearing dates for zoning text amendments on parking requirements for automotive repair and on density/wetland setbacks (suggested May 6, 2025)
• Ordinance declaring city property unneeded and authorizing a ground lease with the Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin County, Alabama

The Committee of the Whole reviewed agenda items for the May 6, 2025 meeting. Council members set public hearing dates for three zoning ordinance amendments (Twilley Property rezoning, parking requirements for automotive repair, and density and wetlands) on May 6, 2025, and for a conditional use approval for Bayside Garages on May 20, 2025. No vote tallies or formal approvals were recorded for the service agreements discussed. The meeting adjourned with no further business.

• Public hearing set for Twilley Property rezoning (Ordinance No. 172, Case No. 0401-RZ-25) – May 6, 2025
• Public hearing set for Parking Requirements amendment (Ordinance No. 172, Case No. 0409-ZT-25) – May 6, 2025
• Public hearing set for Density and Wetlands amendment (Ordinance No. 172, Case No. 0410-ZT-25) – May 6, 2025
• Public hearing set for Conditional Use Approval for Bayside Garages (Case No. 0502-CU-25) – May 20, 2025

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for pickleball courts and roadway improvements. The body will also discuss a new ordinance prohibiting commercial activity on beaches and waterways.

• Contract for Pickleball Courts, Restrooms, Roadway and Parking Lot Improvements to Harris Contracting Services, Inc. not to exceed $2,715,000
• Proposed ordinance prohibiting commercial activity on beaches, shorelines, and waterways
• Compensation Study contract to Human Resource Management, Inc. not to exceed $59,750
• Franchise agreement for Waste Pro of Florida, Inc. for commercial solid waste and demolition debris
• Establishment of fees for the Orange Beach Golf Center

The council unanimously approved a $2,715,000 contract with Harris Contracting Services for new pickleball courts, restrooms, roadway and parking lot improvements. It also adopted a new noise ordinance and approved several resolutions authorizing equipment donation, board of education reappointment, professional services agreements, franchise agreements, and golf‑center fees. All votes were unanimous and the meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m.

• Approved $2.715M Pickleball courts, restrooms, roadway & parking lot contract (6-0)
• Adopted noise ordinance prohibiting certain sounds (6-0)
• Declared city exercise equipment surplus and approved donation to Board of Education (6-0)
• Reappointed Shannon Robinson to the City Board of Education (6-0)
• Authorized professional services agreement with Adams & Reese, LLP (6-0)
• Authorized franchise agreement for Waste Pro of Florida, Inc. waste removal services (6-0)
• Authorized franchise agreement for Flora‑Bama Old $ A . L . T . S., Inc. taxi service (6-0)
• Established fees for the Orange Beach Golf Center (6-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Orange Beach City Council will consider resolutions for taxi franchise renewals, waste management services, and professional agreements for the Freedom Fest and Aquatics Center. The meeting will also cover the approval of a subgrant for police license plate readers.

• Franchise renewals for Coast Cab, Robin's Rides, and The Surfside Shuttle
• Waste Management franchise renewal for solid waste disposal
• Professional services agreement for Aquatics Center renovation design
• Subgrant agreement for Police Department license plate readers
• Performance agreements for Freedom Fest events

The Orange Beach City Council met on April 2, 2025 to review potential agenda items for the April 15 meeting. Council members present discussed several resolutions authorizing agreements for license‑plate cameras, special‑needs services, theater direction, event performances, taxi franchise renewals, waste‑management services, and a design study for the Aquatics Center, as well as a reminder of a forthcoming zoning ordinance hearing. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded before the meeting adjourned.

Regular Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on several construction bids and professional service agreements. The meeting includes first readings of ordinances regarding noise, vaping, and a temporary moratorium on certain multi-family residential projects.

• Bid award to The Green-Simmons Company, Inc. for pickleball courts and parking improvements not to exceed $2,705,000
• Bid award to Arrington Curb & Excavation, Inc. for 2025 roadway resurfacing not to exceed $430,395
• Bid award to Jim House & Associates, Inc. for a Utilities Department blower package for $188,850
• Proposed temporary moratorium on certain multi-family residential projects and subdivision applications
• Resolution to purchase and transfer parcels for the widening of Russian Road

Committee of the Whole

This meeting of the Orange Beach City Council Committee of the Whole includes discussions on lighting upgrades at the Sportsplex and a proposed ordinance to prohibit commercial activity on beaches and waterways. The council will consider several resolutions, including reappointing Shannon Robinson to the Board of Education, authorizing professional services agreements, and approving franchise agreements for waste removal and taxi service. A public hearing will be set for an ordinance amending the zoning for the Village of Tannin PUD.

• Discuss lighting upgrades at the Sportsplex.
• Discuss ordinance prohibiting commercial activity on beaches and waterways.
• Resolution authorizing franchise agreement with Waste Pro of Florida, Inc., for commercial solid waste removal.
• Resolution amending fee schedule and operational policies for Orange Beach Golf Center.
• Set public hearing on April 15, 2025, for zoning amendment: Village of Tannin PUD Modification, Lot 1 Land Use Designation.

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will vote on multiple resolutions including awarding a $561,685 contract for the Veterans Memorial, purchasing vehicles and equipment, and amending the zoning ordinance for Coastal Cottages PUD. Several liquor license applications and fee schedule changes are also up for approval.

• Resolution awarding Veterans Memorial bid to Badger Building, Inc. for $561,685
• Resolution awarding $84,017 for two Community Development vehicles from Bob Tyler Toyota
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a track loader ($41,927.53) and a compact tractor ($50,670.84)
• Second reading of ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance for Coastal Cottages PUD (Case 0104-PUD-25)
• Approval of special events liquor licenses for Wharf Restaurant Group events

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss resolutions authorizing agreements for short-term rental monitoring, engineering services, a car show event, and a taxi franchise renewal. Also on the agenda are ordinances amending noise regulations and adding vaping to the smoking ban, as well as a resolution establishing Sportsplex field rental fees. The meeting includes rescheduling April meetings and appointing a voting delegate for the Alabama League of Municipalities.

• Resolution authorizing an agreement with Deckard Technologies for short-term rental identification and monitoring
• Ordinance amending noise regulations (Chapter 30, Article III, Section 30-45)
• Ordinance adding vaping to smoking definition and prohibiting tobacco/nicotine vending machines
• Resolution establishing fees for Orange Beach Sportsplex field rentals
• Resolution authorizing real estate purchases, surplus, and transfers

Regular Council Meeting

The council will hold a second reading on an ordinance establishing wildlife-friendly lighting standards in the Beach Overlay District. Public hearings and first readings are scheduled for zoning changes affecting Cactus Cantina PUD, Coastal Cottages PUD, and sidewalk requirements in the district. The council will also consider a first reading to set annual salaries for the mayor and councilmembers, approve vehicle purchases totaling $107,850, and set fees for the Expect Excellence Summer Camp program.

• Second reading of ordinance creating wildlife-friendly outdoor lighting standards in Beach Overlay District
• First reading of ordinance establishing annual salaries for mayor and councilmembers
• Public hearings and first readings for three zoning ordinance amendments (Cactus Cantina, Coastal Cottages, Beach Overlay sidewalks)
• Resolution awarding $55,898 for a police vehicle and $51,952 after trade-in for two Coastal Resources vehicles
• Approval of a restaurant retail liquor license for Shipps Dockside Grill at 27075 Marina Road

Committee of the Whole

The City Council will consider a resolution defining proposed corporate limits, as well as multiple resolutions for equipment purchases and contract awards. Items include a bid for the Veterans Memorial, two vehicles for Community Development, a track loader for Coastal Resources ($41,927.53), and a compact tractor for the Sportsplex ($50,670.84). Also up for discussion are service agreements for veterinary services at the Wildlife Center and design services for Parks and Recreation office renovations.

• Resolution defining proposed corporate limits of Orange Beach (JL)
• Resolution awarding bid for Veterans Memorial (TR)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of Track Loader for Coastal Resources for $41,927.53 from Parish Tractor Company (PW/TT)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of Compact Tractor with Attachments for Sportsplex for $50,670.84 from Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation (SS)
• Resolution amending Wedding Rental Agreement for Coastal Arts Center to allow year-round rentals (DB)

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider several resolutions and two ordinances. Key actions include awarding contracts for library and senior center renovations, purchasing three police vehicles, and approving franchise agreements for waste services. The council will also hold first readings on a wildlife-friendly lighting ordinance in the Beach Overlay District and an amendment to remove residency requirements for the Planning Commission's administrative seat.

• Resolution awarding Library Renovations bid to Klarman & Day General Contractors, LLC ($535,552)
• Resolution awarding Senior Center Renovations bid to The Green-Simmons Company, Inc. ($357,000)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of three Police Department vehicles from McSweeney Auto Group ($143,551.77)
• First Reading – Ordinance adding Article XII 'Wildlife Friendly Lighting' to establish outdoor lighting standards in Beach Overlay District
• Resolution authorizing task order with Thompson Engineering for sidewalk project along Commercial Avenue ($54,542.21)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss resolutions for employee training, natural resources consulting, and the purchase of police and coastal resource vehicles. The body will also consider an ordinance regarding the bi-weekly salary payments for the Mayor and Councilmembers.

• Consulting agreement with The Andy Andrews Group for employee training
• Professional services agreement with Moffatt & Nichol, Inc. for natural resources consulting
• Bids for an Enduras Wireless Radiography System and three vehicles for Police and Coastal Resources
• Discounted tournament fee for Orange Beach Schools at the Orange Beach Golf Center
• Ordinance establishing bi-weekly salary payments for the Mayor, Chairman Pro-Tem and Councilmembers

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will consider rezoning modifications for Turquoise Place and Lost Bay Townhouses, along with a $10,000 appropriation for the Safe Harbor Animal Coalition. The agenda also includes authorizing contracts for legal services, traffic studies, and waste disposal.

• Resolution appropriating $10,000 to Safe Harbor Animal Coalition
• Resolution authorizing $13,000 task order for traffic signal study at SR-180 and Wharf Parkway
• Second reading for Turquoise Place PUD Modification (Case No. 1006-PUDA-24)
• First reading for Lost Bay Townhouses PUD (Case No. 0103-PUD-25)
• Resolution appointing Larry Ramirez to Library Board

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss fees for the Orange Beach Shooting Facility and consider several bid awards for city renovations and vehicles. The body will also review waste disposal franchises and set public hearing dates for zoning amendments.

• Purchase of three Police Department vehicles for $143,551.77
• Appropriation of $20,000 to the Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program
• Construction inspection services for Commercial Avenue sidewalk project not to exceed $54,542.21
• Bids for Senior Center, Library, and Veterans Memorial renovations
• Proposed 'Wildlife Friendly Lighting' standards for the Beach Overlay District

Regular Council Meeting

The Orange Beach City Council will hold public hearings and first readings for three zoning ordinance amendments (Terry Cove Harbor, Turquoise Place, Roscoe Road). It will also vote on numerous resolutions including purchasing real property from Cayman Grill LLC, awarding a contract for the First Responders Safe Room project, and authorizing multiple equipment purchases for city departments. Additionally, proclamations will be declared for Joe Johnson Day and Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

• Public hearings and first readings for three zoning ordinance amendments (Terry Cove, Turquoise Place, Roscoe Road)
• Resolution to purchase real property from Cayman Grill LLC
• Resolution awarding contract for First Responders Safe Room project to EnCompass360, Inc.
• Resolution authorizing purchase of four Fire Department vehicles ($239,191)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of four Police Department vehicles ($204,168)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss fees for the Orange Beach Shooting Facility and review several resolutions. The body is considering funding for a local animal coalition and a traffic study at SR-180 and Wharf Parkway.

• Appropriation of $10,000 for the Safe Harbor Animal Coalition for FY2025
• Task order with AECOM for a traffic signal study at SR-180 and Wharf Parkway not to exceed $13,000
• Development agreement with Wharf Landing, LLC
• Franchise for The Dumpster Guy Baldwin LLC for commercial waste and demolition debris
• Appointment of Larry Ramirez to the Library Board