{
 "city": "Owens Cross Roads",
 "state": "Alabama",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/owenscrossroadsal.org/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "No agenda items available; meeting agenda pending",
   "summary": "The Park Board meeting agenda has not been finalized and will be posted later. No decisions or discussions are listed at this time.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-218",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Agenda for July 28, 2026, City Council meeting not yet available",
   "summary": "The provided document is a placeholder stating that the official agenda is currently being created. No specific business items, decisions, or discussions are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-246",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Agenda not yet published for July 28 council meeting",
   "summary": "The agenda for the upcoming City Council meeting is still being created and will be posted online when available. No items have been listed for discussion or decision at this time.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-247",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Agenda for Aug. 10 planning meeting not yet published",
   "summary": "The official agenda for the August 10, 2026 Owens Cross Roads Planning Commission meeting is still being prepared. No items are available for discussion at this time.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08102026-208",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-24",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "Park Board meeting agenda not yet available",
   "summary": "The official agenda for the Park Board meeting is currently being created. No specific items for decision or discussion have been published.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08242026-219",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-14",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Agenda not yet published for Owens Cross Roads Planning Commission meeting",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission meeting agenda is currently being created and will be published on the city website and social media channels when available. No items for discussion or decision have been released yet.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09142026-209",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-09-21",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "Owens Cross Roads Park Board agenda not yet published",
   "summary": "The Owens Cross Roads Park Board has not yet released the agenda for its September 21 meeting. The City Clerk stated the official agenda is currently being created and will be posted online soon.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09212026-220",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-10-19",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission agenda not yet available",
   "summary": "The official agenda for the October 19, 2026, Planning Commission meeting is currently being created. No specific items for decision or discussion have been listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10192026-210",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-10-26",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "Park Board agenda not yet published; meeting pending",
   "summary": "The agenda for the October 26, 2026 Park Board meeting is still being prepared and will be posted online when available. No decisions or discussions are listed at this time.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10262026-221",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-11-30",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "Park Board meeting agenda not yet available",
   "summary": "The official agenda for the Park Board meeting is currently being created. No specific items for decision or discussion have been published.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11302026-222",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-12-21",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "Park Board agenda not yet available",
   "summary": "The official agenda for the December 21, 2026 Park Board meeting is still being created and will be published later. The document also includes a list of city officials and a reference to a City Council meeting from September 23, 2025, but no actionable items are present.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_12212026-223",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Public hearing on proposed ad valorem tax for fire protection services",
   "summary": "The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed additional ad valorem tax for fire protection services. A council vote on the matter is scheduled for July 28, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-245",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on annexation, rezoning, and retiree lump sum",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider two ordinances: Annexation of Parcel Pin 85201 & 91079 and Rezone of Parcel Pin 85152 & 92740. A resolution to provide a one-time lump sum to retirees under ACT 2026-608 is up for adoption. Discussion items include Beau's Law and a future public hearing on a proposed Ad Valorem Tax addition for Fire Protection Services scheduled for July 20.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-243",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider annexation of two parcels",
   "summary": "The Owens Cross Roads City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda includes a public hearing and consideration of two ordinances: Ordinance 26-006 to annex parcels Pin 85201 and 91079, and Ordinance 26-007 to rezone parcels Pin 85152 and 92740. Also up for adoption is Resolution 26-015, which provides a one-time lump sum for retirees under Act 2026-608. Public comments will be heard from three residents.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-244",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to discuss new billboard proposals in Owens Cross Roads",
   "summary": "The Owens Cross Roads Planning Commission will meet on July 13, 2026. After routine items, the commission will consider a new business item concerning billboards in the city. No other decisions are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-207",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "Park Board to discuss budget and potential projects",
   "summary": "The Richard and Frances Burke Park Advisory Board will meet to review minutes from March 23rd. Members will discuss budget creation, sidewalk placement, and the potential use of grant money for a guardrail.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06292026-217",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Owens Cross Roads council to approve minutes, hear public comments",
   "summary": "The council will consider approval of minutes from the June 9 working session and regular meeting, and review bank balances as of June 18, 2026. No ordinances or resolutions are scheduled for adoption. Public comments will be heard.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-241",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06232026-241",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider annexations, rezoning, and fire tax public hearing",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a working meeting to review agenda items including two ordinances for annexation and rezoning of specific parcels, and three resolutions for a contract with LW Secure, an annual agreement with Huntsville Madison County Emergency, and a donation to Owens Cross Roads School PTO. A public hearing is scheduled for July 20 to discuss a proposed ad valorem tax addition for fire protection services.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-240",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06092026-240",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to consider land annexation and rezoning",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss the annexation and rezoning of specific land parcels. The body is also considering several contract agreements and a donation to a local school organization.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-239",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06092026-239",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Annexation and rezoning of four Ed Spears Road parcels to Single Family Residential",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will discuss annexing two parcels in Madison County and zoning them as Single Family Residential (RS2) for a proposed subdivision. It will also consider rezoning two parcels already within Owens Cross Roads from Estate Residential to Single Family Residential (RS2). These actions involve parcels on Ed Spears Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-206",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06082026-206",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to discuss Fire Department contractors",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold a working meeting to review agenda items. The primary subject of discussion is Fire Department contractors.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-238",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-238",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council meeting to approve minutes and bank balances, no new actions",
   "summary": "The Owens Cross Roads City Council will meet on May 26, 2026 to approve the minutes from the May 12 and May 12 meetings and to review bank balances as of that date. No ordinances, resolutions, or other business items are listed for consideration. The meeting will also include standard items such as call to order, invocation, and public comments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-237",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-237",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider adopting fire protection and open burning regulations",
   "summary": "The Owens Cross Roads City Council will hold a working meeting to discuss and potentially adopt Ordinance 26-002, which establishes fire protection and prevention regulations including open burning requirements. The council will also vote on resolutions authorizing a time and attendance services agreement with Andrews Technology and approving the annual Municipal Waste Pollution Prevention Report. A proclamation recognizing Emergency Medical Service Week (May 17–23) will be presented.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-236",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05122026-236",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to adopt fire regulations and time-attendance software agreement",
   "summary": "The Owens Cross Roads City Council will approve minutes from the April 14, 2026 meetings and consider adopting new fire protection regulations. The council also plans to authorize an agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, INC. for time and attendance services.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-235",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05122026-235",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to address routine procedural items",
   "summary": "This meeting consists solely of procedural items: calling the meeting to order, pledging allegiance, approving prior minutes, and handling old and new business. No specific actions, rezonings, or contracts are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-205",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to adopt new residential and commercial building permit fee ordinances",
   "summary": "The Owens Cross Roads City Council will consider two ordinances that replace existing fee schedules for residential (Ordinance 26-004) and commercial (Ordinance 26-005) building permits. The council will also vote on two resolutions authorizing a new time‑and‑attendance service contract with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc. and renewing municipal court software support with Municipal Software Group. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a possible real‑estate transaction, and routine items such as minutes approval and proclamations will be addressed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-232",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04142026-232",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to adopt new residential and commercial building permit fee ordinances",
   "summary": "The Owens Cross Roads City Council will consider two ordinances that update residential and commercial building permit fees, replacing previous ordinances. It will also consider two resolutions that authorize a new agreement with Andrews Technology HMS, Inc. for UKG web‑based time and attendance services and renew the existing agreement with Municipal Software Group for municipal court software support. The meeting includes proclamations for National Donate Life Month, Professional Municipal Clerks Week, and National Police Week.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-233",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Commission will approve minutes from the March 9 meeting",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will conduct routine business, including approving the minutes from its March 9 meeting. No specific projects, rezoning proposals, contracts, or ordinances are listed. The meeting consists of standard procedural items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04132026-204",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-24",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to consider municipal pay scale expansion and tax auditing services",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss a resolution to expand the municipal compensation structure from a 10-step to a 25-step pay scale. The body is also considering professional services agreements for tax auditing and a regional publication.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03242026-231",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03242026-231",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-24",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to consider expanding municipal pay scale",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss several resolutions, including a proposal to expand the municipal compensation structure from a 10-step to a 25-step pay scale. The body will also consider professional service agreements for tax auditing and a regional publication.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03242026-230",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03242026-230",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "Park Board will approve minutes from the October 7 and March 2 meetings",
   "summary": "The Owens Cross Roads Park Board meeting will consider approving the minutes from its October 7 and March 2 sessions. Members will provide status updates on a concrete bid, the park budget, and a bridge project. The board will also take public questions and set the next meeting for April 27, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03232026-214",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-17",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Owens Cross Roads council to discuss personnel budget",
   "summary": "The Owens Cross Roads City Council will hold a working meeting to discuss the personnel budget and other subjects. No official votes are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03172026-229",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03172026-229",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-10",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council discusses Owens Cross Roads Citizen of the Year award program",
   "summary": "The City Council will approve the minutes and bank balances from the February 24 meeting. A presentation by Police Chief Jason will be given to Officer Matt Elliff. Councilwoman Jennifer Liddle will lead discussion of the annual Owens Cross Roads Citizen of the Year recognition program. No ordinances or resolutions are on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03102026-228",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03102026-228",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-09",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03092026-203",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03092026-203",
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-02",
   "body": "Park Board",
   "headline": "Agenda pending; no items listed yet",
   "summary": "The City Park Board meeting agenda is still being prepared and has not been published. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed at this time.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03022026-213",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-24",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to consider ordinance regulating construction debris disposal and fees",
   "summary": "The council will consider Ordinance 26-003, which sets rules and fees for construction debris disposal. It will also adopt Resolution 26-003 to authorize an agreement with Beers & Associates for the \"Huntsville & Madison County: Quality of Place and Space\" publication. Updates on the Wilson Mann sidewalk and wastewater treatment plant projects will be provided, and the council will discuss the annual \"Owens Cross Roads Citizen of the Year\" recognition program. A presentation by Fire Chief Bruce Swanson is scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02242026-227",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.owenscrossroadsal.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
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}