Pelham public meetings in 2025

General

The Pelham Commercial Development Authority will meet to approve minutes and a finance report, pay a $5,000 insurance premium, and continue budget discussions. They will also review the status of several properties and receive an economic development update. The meeting includes an executive session.

• Approval of $5,000 payment to Travelers Insurance for liability/crime policies
• Continuation of FY26 budget discussion
• Status update on 1908 & 1910 Montgomery Highway
• Status update on Wellborn Property (2786 Pelham Parkway)
• Status update on Fran's Property (3103 Pelham Parkway)

General

The Pelham Water Department is holding its regular meeting to approve the October 20, 2025 minutes and hear requests to address the board from two residents. No old business is listed. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Approval of October 20, 2025 Water Department minutes
• Public comment requests from Stacy Dukes and Lawrence Fontenot

The Pelham Water Department approved a $390.65 credit to Stacy Dukes for a water leak, despite the leak not qualifying under policy. The board denied Lawrence Fontenot's adjustment request for high usage from irrigation, recommending he install a second meter. Minutes from October 20, 2025 were approved unanimously.

• Approved $390.65 utility credit to Stacy Dukes (unanimous)
• Denied Lawrence Fontenot's adjustment request (consensus)
• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a regular work session to discuss city-owned Oak Mountain Trail property, review short-term and temporary business license requirements, and discuss the annual fair. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Discussion of Oak Mountain Trail Property owned by the City of Pelham
• Review of short-term and temporary business license requirements
• Discussion of the Annual Fair

The Pelham City Council held a work session and approved the December 1, 2025 minutes. They reached consensus to place the Oak Mountain Trail property contract renewal on the January 5, 2026 agenda and to proceed with an RFP process for an annual fair at the former Oak Mountain Amphitheater. No formal votes were taken on these items; they are consensus decisions for future action.

• Approved December 1, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus to move Oak Mountain Trail contract renewal to Jan. 5, 2026 agenda
• Consensus to proceed with RFP process for annual fair at former Oak Mountain Amphitheater

City Council

The Pelham City Council will hold its regular December meeting to approve a consent agenda of routine items, including contracts for parking, golf course renovations, and sewer lift station repairs, as well as appointments for municipal judge, prosecutor, and public defender. The council will also consider a resolution related to Simplified Sellers Use Tax and an ABC liquor license application.

• Approval of consent agenda including Resolution 2025-12-15-01 for non-exclusive parking license in the Entertainment District
• Resolution 2025-12-15-03 to authorize $X (FY2026 budgeted) agreement with Professional Turfgrass Services for Ballantrae Golf Club Driving Range Tee Box Renovations
• Resolution 2025-12-15-07 to accept proposal for replacement of two pumps at Sewer Lift Station T (FY2026 budgeted)
• Resolution 2025-12-15-08 to authorize City Attorney to file regarding Simplified Sellers Use Tax
• ABC License Application 011-Lounge Retail Liquor for Encore Franchises, LLC at 3569 Pelham Parkway, Suite 10

The Pelham City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the City Attorney to join Tuscaloosa's litigation challenging the Simplified Sellers Use Tax (SSUT), which the city says diverts local tax revenue. The council also unanimously adopted the consent agenda, which included contracts for golf course renovations, sewer pump replacements, and appointments for municipal judge, prosecutor, and public defender. A liquor and tobacco license for Gallops Liquors and Spirits at 3569 Pelham Parkway was approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved joining SSUT litigation against state (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including Ballantrae Golf Club driving range renovation contract (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including sewer lift station pump replacement contract (unanimous)
• Affirmed mayor's appointments for municipal judge, prosecutor, and public defender (unanimous)
• Approved ABC license for Gallops Liquors and Spirits at 3569 Pelham Parkway (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission will meet on December 11, 2025, to consider preliminary approval of two residential plats: Sweetbriar Estates (10 lots) and a resurvey of Lot 3 in Liano Lake Estates. The meeting includes procedural items such as roll call, invocation, and approval of prior minutes.

• PLAT1125-00031: Sweetbriar Estates preliminary plat for 10 Estate lots
• PLAT1125-00032: Liano Lake Estates preliminary plat/resurvey of Lot 3
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2025 meeting

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a regular work session to discuss old and new business, including appointing a council member to the Planning Commission, a contract with Franklin Covey Co., and the Oak Mountain Trail property. They will also introduce mayor appointees for Fire Chief, City Judge, City Prosecutor, and City Public Defender, and consider rescheduling the January 19, 2025 meeting. The session is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Discussion of appointing a council member to the Pelham Planning Commission
• Discussion of contract with Franklin Covey Co.
• Introduction of mayor appointees: Fire Chief, City Judge, City Prosecutor, City Public Defender
• Discussion of Oak Mountain Trail property owned by the City of Pelham
• Discussion of rescheduling the January 19, 2025 Council Work Session and Meeting

The Pelham City Council held a work session on December 1, 2025, approving the November 17, 2025 minutes and unanimously moving Councilmember Snowden's name forward for appointment to the Planning Commission. The council also discussed the Franklin Covey contract, postponed the Oak Mountain Trail property discussion, and agreed to reschedule the January 19, 2026 meeting to January 20. An executive session was held for legal discussion, and the meeting adjourned without other substantive decisions.

• Approved November 17, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Moved Councilmember Snowden's name forward for Planning Commission appointment (unanimous)
• Consensus to reschedule January 19, 2026 meeting to January 20, 2026
• Postponed Oak Mountain Trail property discussion to future work session
• Entered executive session for legal discussion (5-0 roll call)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine items, including tax abatement agreements for two businesses, service agreements, and appointments. They will also discuss a resolution to appoint a council member to the Planning Commission and recognize fire department personnel. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Resolution 2025-12-01-01: Tax abatement agreement with Edgar's Old Style Bakery, LLC and Dotry Enterprises, LLC
• Resolution 2025-12-01-02: Tax abatement agreement with Research Solutions Group, Inc. and JPM Investments, LLC
• Resolution 2025-12-01-03: Agreement with Franklin Covey Co.
• Resolution 2025-12-01-04: Two lighting services agreements with Alabama Power Company
• Resolution 2025-12-01-09: Appointment to Pelham Planning Commission

The Pelham City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included tax abatement agreements for Edgar's Old Style Bakery and Research Solutions Group, an agreement with Franklin Covey Co., lighting services agreements with Alabama Power, an addendum to the fleet lease agreement, and appointments for City Clerk/Treasurer, Chief of Police, and Fire Chief. The council also unanimously approved a resolution appointing Councilmember Markus Hal Snowden to the Pelham Planning Commission. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including tax abatement agreements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-12-01-01: Tax abatement with Edgar's Old Style Bakery, LLC and Dotry Enterprises, LLC
• Approved Resolution 2025-12-01-02: Tax abatement with Research Solutions Group, Inc. and JPM Investments, LLC
• Approved Resolution 2025-12-01-03: Agreement with Franklin Covey Co.
• Approved Resolution 2025-12-01-04: Two Lighting Services Agreements with Alabama Power Company
• Approved Resolution 2025-12-01-05: Addendum to Master Equity Lease Agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management
• Approved Resolution 2025-12-01-06: Appointed City Clerk/Treasurer
• Approved Resolution 2025-12-01-09: Appointed Councilmember Snowden to Planning Commission (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Pelham Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet to approve minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting and hold a public hearing on a request to interpret office/warehouse use within the B-2 zoning district at 300 Midridge Lane. The board will also announce the next meeting date.

• Hearing on zoning interpretation for office/warehouse use at 300 Midridge Lane (SPEC1125-00001)
• Approval of minutes from July 10, 2025 meeting

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Pelham Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, discuss old and new business including board elections, communications, and a Ballantrae update, and hear the director's report. The agenda includes a departmental fee discussion and a public forum. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Board elections
• Ballantrae update
• Departmental fee discussion
• Communications update
• Public forum

City Council

The Pelham City Council will meet on November 17, 2025, to consider multiple FY2026 budgeted contracts and resolutions, including construction materials testing, water system upgrades, and police vehicle purchases. The meeting will also include a recognition of the Pelham Public Library and a request for a cell tower modification.

• Professional services agreement with TTL, Inc. for construction materials testing and special inspection services for the Pelham Sports Park Renovations Project
• Installation of new water gate valves by Rast Construction, Inc.
• Purchase of police vehicles budgeted for FY2026
• Special use permit request by AT&T for a cell tower modification at 2052 Beabout Drive, Pelham, AL 35124
• ABC License 020 for Crawdaddys, LLC at 3220 Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham, AL

The Pelham City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included 10 resolutions covering contracts for sports park testing, water gate valves, a generator, A/V equipment, a water main replacement, LED lighting, EMS funding, a cell tower permit, a board appointment amendment, and police vehicle purchases. The council also approved a restaurant retail liquor license for Crawdaddys at 3220 Cahaba Valley Road. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda with 10 resolutions (5-0)
• Approved TTL, Inc. contract for sports park construction testing
• Approved Rast Construction for water gate valve installation
• Approved Taylor Power Systems for diesel generator at Weatherly Booster Station
• Approved Switch, LLC for A/V equipment upgrade at Civic Complex
• Approved Capstone Contractors for Chandalar Lane/Hamilton Road water main replacement
• Approved Alabama Power LED lighting agreement for Splash Pad/Dog Park parking lot
• Approved ABC License 020 for Crawdaddys restaurant retail liquor (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a regular work session to discuss and review several administrative and contractual items. These include the appointment process for municipal boards, appointing a council member to the Planning Commission, developing a city manager contract, a contract with Franklin Covey Co., and a funding agreement with Shelby County for EMS services. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Discussion on amending Pelham Library Board appointment process
• Discussion on appointing a council member to the Pelham Planning Commission
• Review of funding agreement between City of Pelham and Shelby County for EMS services
• Review of abatement agreements for Edgar's Bakery and Research Solutions
• Discussion of contract with Franklin Covey Co.

The Pelham City Council held a work session with no formal votes, but reached consensus on several items. They agreed to move the Franklin Covey strategic planning contract forward for consideration at the December 1 meeting, appointed Councilmembers Power and Harris to work with HR on the City Manager's contract, and set a January 9, 2026 orientation session. They also discussed but did not vote on abatement agreements for Edgar's Bakery and Research Solutions, which are expected at the December 1 meeting.

• Consensus to move Franklin Covey contract to December 1 meeting
• Appointed Councilmembers Power and Harris to work on City Manager's contract review
• Consensus to schedule orientation for January 9, 2026
• Consensus to send Planning Commission appointment recommendations to City Manager by end of week
• Approved October 20, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for legal discussion (unanimous roll call 5-0)

Library Board

The Pelham Library Board is holding a special called meeting to discuss the process for appointing new board members and designating a representative for the interview committee. The board will also consider a request to vote on the library budget at the January meeting. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Discussion of Library Board member appointment process and designation of a board representative for the interview committee
• Request to vote on the Library Board budget at the January meeting
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Pelham Library Board approved the minutes and agenda, then held an executive session to discuss possible litigation and an individual's character. No substantive decisions were made; the board will vote on the budget request in January.

• Approved September 29, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Held executive session on litigation and personnel (4-0 roll call)

General

The Pelham Commercial Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes and a finance report, discuss the FY2026 budget, and review the status of properties it owns, including 1908 & 1910 Montgomery Highway, the Wellborn Property, and Fran's Property. The agenda also includes an economic development update from Assistant City Manager Justin Smith and an executive session.

• Approval of October 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• FY2026 Budget Discussion
• Status of 1908 & 1910 Montgomery Highway
• Status of Wellborn Property (2786 Pelham Parkway)
• Status of Fran's Property (3103 Pelham Parkway)

City Council

The Pelham City Council holds its organizational meeting to swear in newly elected officials and approve routine administrative actions. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled for this session.

• Swearing-in of Mayor Rick Wash and five council members (Michelle Power, Chad Leverett, Christine Townes, Markus Hal Snowden, Michael Harris)
• Consent agenda includes resolutions to ratify municipal fund depositories and designate financial signatories
• Consideration of ABC Restaurant Retail Liquor License (020-2025) for Big Bad Breakfast at 3102 Canopy Trail

The Pelham City Council held its organizational meeting, swearing in Mayor Rick Wash and five new councilmembers. Chad Leverett was unanimously elected Council President, and Markus Hal Snowden was unanimously elected President Pro Tempore. The council also approved a consent agenda and an ABC license for Big Bad Breakfast restaurant.

• Swore in Mayor Rick Wash and councilmembers Power, Leverett, Townes, Snowden, and Harris
• Elected Chad Leverett as Council President (unanimous)
• Elected Markus Hal Snowden as President Pro Tempore (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including resolutions on depositories, financial document authority, and temporary employee duties (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-10-20-10 for ABC License for Big Bad Breakfast at 3102 Canopy Trail (unanimous)

General

The Commercial Development Authority (CDA) of Pelham, AL, is meeting to approve minutes and a finance report, discuss the status of properties it owns, and hear an opinion from its attorney in executive session. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2025 meeting
• Presentation and approval of Finance Report
• Status update on 1908/1910 Montgomery Highway property
• Status update on Wellborn Property (2786 Pelham Parkway)
• Status update on Fran's Property (3103 Pelham Parkway)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a regular work session. The main item is a review of the Pelham B.E.A.T. mural project, with no other new business or public hearings scheduled. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes.

• Review of Pelham B.E.A.T. mural project
• Approval of October 6, 2025 work session minutes

General

The Pelham Water Department is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from August 18, 2025, and to hear a request to address the department from Vincent Stephens. No other substantive business is listed; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Approval of August 18, 2025 Water Department minutes
• Request to address the Water Department by Vincent Stephens

The Pelham Water Department approved a sewer averaging adjustment for Vincent Stephens, effective with November 2025 billing, after discussion about a March 2025 water leak. The request had been denied earlier because it wasn't filed within 60 days and the leak was at a hose bib, but the board overruled that. The board also appointed Tom Seale as Acting City Clerk and approved the August 18, 2025 minutes.

• Approved sewer averaging adjustment for Vincent Stephens, effective November 2025 billing (unanimous)
• Appointed Tom Seale as Acting City Clerk for the meeting (unanimous)
• Approved August 18, 2025 Water Department minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine items, a business license ordinance on second reading, and a new restaurant liquor license. Public hearings and requests to address the council are none, and the meeting is open to the public.

• Ordinance No. 526 adopting the City of Pelham Business License Ordinance (second reading)
• ABC License 020 – Restaurant Retail Liquor for BBB Pelham, LLC (Big Bad Breakfast) at 3102 Canopy Trail
• Budget amendment for property purchase from Live Nation Worldwide, Inc.
• Accept proposal for pickleball courts and restroom/pavilion at Pelham Senior Center
• Accept bid for Pelham Greenway Trail Phase IV from Southeastern Sealcoating, Inc.

The Pelham City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 526, a new Business License Ordinance, and approved the consent agenda containing 12 resolutions, including budget amendments, construction projects, and surplus property disposal. The council also removed an ABC license resolution for Big Bad Breakfast from the agenda, deferring it to the November 3 meeting. No public hearings or other substantive decisions were held.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 526 Business License Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 12 resolutions (5-0)
• Authorized budget amendment for Live Nation property purchase
• Authorized pickleball court construction at Pelham Senior Center
• Accepted bid for Pelham Greenway Trail Phase IV
• Declared surplus vehicles for disposal
• Removed ABC license resolution for Big Bad Breakfast from agenda

General

The Pelham City Council will meet on October 6, 2025, to decide on several routine and non-controversial items, including resolutions for police equipment purchases, sports complex renovations, and a new Zamboni for the Civic Complex & Ice Arena. The council will also hold a public hearing on a business license ordinance update and consider proclamations for awareness months.

• Authorize $X for protective and training equipment for Pelham Police Department
• Accept grant funds for Parks & Recreation from State of Alabama Tourism Department
• Authorize scope change for Sports Complex Renovations Project
• Approve contract with Gorrie Reagan for new timeclocks installation
• Authorize budget amendment for used Zamboni purchase for Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena

General

The Pelham City Council is holding a regular work session to discuss new business, including reviewing nonprofit funding requests for FY2026, discussing the purchase of a used Zamboni for the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena, and considering a proposal from Shelby County Park and Recreation Authority to build pickleball courts and a restroom/pavilion at the Pelham Senior Center. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Review of non-profit funding requests for FY2026
• Discussion of purchasing a used Zamboni for the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena
• Proposal from Shelby County Park and Recreation Authority for pickleball courts and restroom/pavilion at Pelham Senior Center

The Pelham City Council held a work session and reached consensus to move forward with several items for formal approval at the October 20, 2025 meeting. These include recommended FY2026 nonprofit funding allocations totaling $54,000, the purchase of a used Zamboni for $25,000, and a pickleball court and restroom/pavilion project at the Pelham Senior Center with a $60,000 budget adjustment. The council also removed Resolution 2025-10-06-01 from the October 6 agenda and approved the September 22 work session minutes. No final votes were taken on these items during the work session.

• Approved September 22, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Removed Resolution 2025-10-06-01 from October 6 agenda (unanimous)
• Consensus to consider FY2026 nonprofit funding: Shelby Emergency Assistance $1,500, ARC of Shelby County $3,000, Shelby County Child Advocacy Center $12,500, The BEAT $12,000, Pelham Strong $25,000
• Consensus to consider purchase of used Zamboni for $25,000 from All-Star Arenas
• Consensus to consider pickleball court and restroom/pavilion project at Pelham Senior Center with $60,000 budget adjustment

General

The Pelham City Council is holding its regular meeting on September 30, 2025. The main item of business is a resolution to canvass the results of the 2025 Pelham Municipal Runoff Election. The agenda is otherwise largely procedural, with no public hearings, proclamations, or other old or new business listed.

• Resolution 2025-09-30-01 to canvass the results of the 2025 Pelham Municipal Runoff Election

The Pelham City Council approved Resolution 2025-09-30-01 to canvass the results of the 2025 Municipal Runoff Election by a unanimous roll call vote. Council President Mercer included a statement about a voter being unable to cast a ballot due to early poll closure, urging calibration of voting machines. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved Resolution 2025-09-30-01 to canvass runoff election results (5-0)

Library Board

The Pelham Library Board unanimously approved amending library policy to include the definition of 'sexually explicit' provided by the APLS Executive Board. The board also discussed a proposed APLS administrative code change that would restrict certain materials from youth areas, with a timeline for public comments and hearing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amendment to library policy adding APLS definition of 'sexually explicit' (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed proposed APLS administrative code change 520-2-2-.03(2)(i) (no action taken)

City Council

The Pelham City Council will hold a work session to discuss a comprehensive amendment to the Business License Ordinance and review the scope of work for the Pelham Sports Park Renovations Project. A public hearing date for the ordinance amendment will also be set.

• Comprehensive amendment to the City of Pelham Business License Ordinance (discussion)
• Set public hearing date for Business License Ordinance amendment
• Pelham Sports Park Renovations Project Scope of Work (discussion)

The Pelham City Council held a work session and approved the September 8, 2025 minutes. They set a public hearing for October 6, 2025, on the Business License Ordinance amendment and agreed to expand the Sports Park renovation design scope, adding fencing and dugouts at an estimated $23,000 design fee and $350,000 construction cost. They also reached consensus to move forward with resolutions for ballistic protection and a virtual reality training simulator for police.

• Approved September 8, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Oct 6, 2025, 7:00 p.m. on Business License Ordinance amendment
• Consensus to expand Sports Park renovation scope with fencing and dugouts (approx. $23,000 design, $350,000 construction)
• Consensus to move forward with resolutions for police ballistic protection and virtual reality simulator

City Council

The Pelham City Council will consider several routine items, including approving a traffic signal study, appointing board members and poll workers, and accepting a bid for the Pelham Sports Park Renovations Project. The meeting also includes proclamations for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Hunger Action Month, and public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Resolution 2025-09-22-01: Accept proposal from Skipper Consulting, Inc. for traffic signal warrant evaluation at County Road 11 and Grey Oaks Parkway (budgeted FY2025)
• Resolution 2025-09-22-04: Accept lowest bid from Coston General Contractors, Inc. for Pelham Sports Park Renovations Project
• Resolution 2025-09-22-02: Appoint citizens to Pelham Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
• Resolution 2025-09-22-03: Affirm appointment of polling officials for September 23, 2025 Municipal Runoff Election
• Proclamations: September 2025 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Hunger Action Month

General

The Pelham Commercial Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes and a finance report, discuss marketing and the status of its owned properties, and receive an economic development update from Assistant City Manager Justin Smith. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Finance report presentation and approval
• Status update on CDA-owned properties: 1908 and 1910 Montgomery Highway, Wellborn Property (2786 Pelham Parkway), Fran's Property (3103 Pelham Parkway)
• Economic development update by Assistant City Manager Justin Smith

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a work session to discuss appointing citizens to the Storm Water Board and to review a comprehensive amendment to the City's Business License Ordinance. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Discussion on appointing citizens to the City of Pelham Storm Water Board
• Review of comprehensive amendment to the City of Pelham Business License Ordinance

City Council

The Pelham City Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2026 operating and capital budgets, a zoning change for property near Ridge Drive, and a contract for outsourced utility billing services. The agenda also includes several routine resolutions, public hearings on a business license ordinance amendment, and proclamations.

• Resolution 2025-09-08-08: Approve FY2026 Operating and Capital Budgets and Debt Service Schedule
• Ordinance No. 135-268: Rezone 5.22 acres near Ridge Drive from B-2 to R-1A (second reading)
• Resolution 2025-09-08-07: Accept bid from Peregrine Solutions for utility billing services
• Resolution 2025-09-08-01: Agreement with USGS for Buck Creek stream gauge
• Public hearing: Amendment to Business License Ordinance (short-term/seasonal businesses)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding its regular meeting with a light agenda. The only substantive item is a resolution to canvass the results of the 2025 Pelham Municipal General Election, including a provisional ballot canvass. No public hearings, proclamations, or other business items are scheduled.

• Resolution 2025-09-02-01 to canvass 2025 Pelham Municipal General Election results
• Provisional ballot canvass

General

The Pelham Commercial Development Authority will meet to approve minutes and finance reports, pay two legal bills totaling $825, and discuss marketing and status of its properties, including a proposal from Nabil Aljayeh for the Wellborn Property. The meeting also includes an economic development update and a possible executive session.

• Approval of $700 legal services bill from Fortune, Beard, Arnold, Graham, & Arnold, LLP
• Approval of $125 legal services bill from Fortune, Beard, Arnold, Graham, & Arnold, LLP
• Presentation of proposal from Nabil Aljayeh for Wellborn Property (2786 Pelham Parkway)
• Status update on CDA-owned properties: 1908 and 1910 Montgomery Highway, Fran's Property (3103 Pelham Parkway)
• Economic development update from Assistant City Manager Justin Smith

The Commercial Development Authority approved the finance report, including $825 in legal services, and the July 15, 2025 minutes. Members discussed a proposal for the Wellborn Property and updates on other properties, but took no action on them. The board declined to enter executive session due to low attendance.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved finance report including $700 and $125 legal bills (unanimous)

Water Department

The Pelham Water Department will hold a regular meeting on August 18, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Conference Room at City Hall. The agenda includes approval of the February 17, 2025 minutes, a request to address the department by David and Ann Clayton, and no old business. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Approval of February 17, 2025 Water Department minutes
• Request to address the Water Department by David and Ann Clayton

The Pelham Water Department approved a utility billing adjustment of $397.51 for David and Ann Clayton, covering water leak charges from November and December 2024. The adjustment was granted despite the application being outside the 60-day window, after discussion of the circumstances. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote.

• Approved $397.51 billing adjustment for Clayton utility account (unanimous)
• Approved February 17, 2025 Water Department minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Pelham City Council will hold a work session to discuss updates on the FY2026 budget timeline and review an amendment to the city’s business license ordinance. Additional topics include pavement damage on Wooddale Drive and an update on an Attorney General’s opinion. No new business or old business items were listed for action.

• Review amendment to Business License Ordinance and set public hearing date
• Discussion on roadway pavement damage along Wooddale Drive
• Discussion on FY2026 budget timeline
• Update on Attorney General’s Opinion

City Council

The Pelham City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to rezone 5.22 acres near Ridge Drive from B-2 (General Business) to R-1A (Single Family Residential). The consent agenda includes several contracts for construction and engineering services, and the council will also hear a special assessment request from the Eagle Cove Homeowners Association for sewer lift station rehabilitation.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 135-268 to rezone 5.22 acres near Ridge Drive from B-2 to R-1A
• Resolution 2025-08-18-03: contract with Gillespie Construction, LLC for sidewalk repairs and curb ramps in Stonehaven neighborhood
• Resolution 2025-08-18-04: accept proposal from Jackson, Renfro & Associates for electrical engineering at Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena
• Resolution 2025-08-18-05: accept bid from Mark Johnson Construction for wastewater treatment plant blower replacement
• Ordinance No. 525: non-exclusive right-of-way agreement with MCImetro for fiber optic system

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including setting a public hearing date for a rezoning application near Ridge Drive, funding reports for Pelham BEAT and Owens House, and appointments to city boards. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Discussion to set public hearing for rezoning near Ridge Drive from B-2 to R-1A
• FY2025 funding report for Pelham BEAT
• FY2025 funding report for Owens House
• Discussion on audio/video equipment in the Banquet Hall of the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena
• Review of Pelham Zoning Board of Adjustment and Storm Water Board appointment recommendations

City Council

The Pelham City Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning application for property at the corner of County Road 52 East and Racquet Club Parkway, changing from A-1 Agricultural to B-2 General Business. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a tourism grant, an access request, and two alcohol licenses, plus a first reading of a fiber-optic right-of-way ordinance. The meeting includes recognition of a retiree and public comments.

• Public hearing: rezoning at County Road 52 East and Racquet Club Parkway from A-1 to B-2
• Resolution 2025-08-04-01: accept State of Alabama Tourism Department grant for Parks & Recreation
• Resolution 2025-08-04-03: ABC licenses for Comfort Suites at 2235 Pelham Parkway
• Ordinance No. 525: fiber-optic right-of-way agreement with MCImetro (first reading)
• Recognition of Tom Seale, City Clerk/Treasurer retiree

City Council

The Pelham City Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including a temporary moratorium on hemp and vape stores, a new monthly residential garbage rate tied to CPI-U, and consent items like fire equipment purchases and a sewer rehabilitation contract. The agenda also includes a liquor license approval, an MOU with the Commercial Development Authority, and a consent to annexation. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Resolution 2025-07-21-04: temporary moratorium on hemp and vape product stores
• Resolution 2025-07-21-05: ABC license for Waldo's Chicken and Beer at 2812 Pelham Parkway
• Resolution 2025-07-21-08: new monthly residential garbage rate based on CPI-U increase
• Resolution 2025-07-21-02: accept Gillespie Construction bid for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Phase IV-A
• Resolution 2025-07-21-03: agreement with Wisener, LLC for Pelham Greenway Trail Phases III and IV

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a rezoning request, FY2026 funding requests, a garbage rate contract increase, and rescheduling a September meeting due to Labor Day. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Discussion of rezoning request at County Road 52 East and Racquet Club Parkway
• Discussion of FY2026 funding requests
• Discussion of annual contract increase for Amwaste residential garbage rates
• Discussion of rescheduling September 1, 2025 Work Session and Council Meeting due to Labor Day
• Approval of July 7, 2025 Regular Work Session Minutes

General

The Pelham Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals will hold a meeting on July 21, 2025, to consider an appeal regarding Ordinance No. 070-06. The hearing concerns property located at 315 Village Place, also known as the Pelham Sports Park.

• Hearing on appeal regarding Ordinance No. 070-06 for property at 315 Village Place (Pelham Sports Park), submitted by applicant Gonzalez-Strength & Associates, Inc.

The Pelham Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals unanimously granted a variance allowing the new concession stand and restrooms at Pelham Sports Park to be built above the 100-year flood elevation but not the required one foot above base flood elevation. The board found the variance met the ordinance's criteria, including no increase in flood heights and no impact on the city's flood insurance program. The project will use flood-resistant construction and keep equipment and utilities above the one-foot level.

• Granted variance for concession/restroom floor elevations below one foot above BFE (unanimous)
• Approved variance based on Ord. No. 070-06, Art. 4, § B, 1-22-24

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission is holding a special-called meeting to hear two items: a preliminary plat for a 60-lot planned residential development (PRD) at Sinclair at Ballantrae, and a request to rezone the David Gamble Property from B-2 to R-1 for a single residential dwelling. The commission will also vote on rescheduling the August 14, 2025 regular meeting. No pre-meeting is scheduled.

• Preliminary plat approval for Sinclair at Ballantrae, a 60-lot PRD
• Rezoning of David Gamble Property from B-2 to R-1 for a single-family home
• Rescheduling of the August 14, 2025 regular meeting

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Pelham Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve May minutes, discuss old business including the Youth Football Committee, hear a director's report, and take public comments. The agenda is mostly routine procedural items with one substantive discussion item.

• Youth Football Committee discussion
• Approval of May minutes
• Director's report
• Public forum

General

The Pelham Commercial Development Authority (CDA) will meet to approve minutes, review a finance report, and discuss marketing strategies for properties owned by the CDA. Updates on ALDOT permits, underground storage tank closures, and potential contracts with real estate professionals are also on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2025 CDA meeting
• Presentation and approval of Finance Report
• Discussion on contract with Susan Kelly of ARC Realty for marketing CDA-owned properties
• Update on ALDOT permit for 1908 Montgomery Highway property
• Proposal for closure of underground storage tanks by PPM Consultants

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a regular work session to discuss and review several items, including a final settlement from ALDOT for sidewalk projects, a rezoning request, and appointments for election poll officials. The meeting is primarily for discussion and review, with no final votes scheduled except possibly setting a public hearing date for the rezoning.

• Discussion of final settlement project costs from ALDOT for sidewalks along Industrial Park Drive and Bearden Road
• Review of rezoning request at corner of Highway 52 and Racquet Club Parkway, and setting public hearing date
• Review of applicants for Election Polling Officials
• Update on Pelham Train Depot and Alabama Register of Landmarks & Heritage
• Update on Pelham Senior Center

The Pelham City Council held a work session and set a public hearing for August 4, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. to consider a rezoning request from QuickTrip for property at the corner of Highway 52 and Racquet Club Parkway, changing zoning from A-1 to B-2. The council also reviewed and discussed several agenda items, including sidewalk project costs owed to ALDOT, election poll official appointments, and various resolutions for the upcoming regular meeting. No final votes were taken on these items during the work session.

• Set public hearing for QuickTrip rezoning at Hwy 52 & Racquet Club Pkwy for Aug. 4, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
• Approved minutes of June 16, 2025 work session (unanimous)
• Discussed final settlement costs for Industrial Park Drive and Bearden Road sidewalk project owed to ALDOT
• Reviewed list of applicants for election polling officials
• Reviewed updates on Train Depot designation and Senior Center registration policy
• Reviewed consent agenda items including resolutions for police rank, surplus property, and various contracts
• Set public hearing for Eagle Cove sewer easement and lift station for Aug. 18, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
• Held executive session on pending litigation (4-0 vote to enter)

City Council

The Pelham City Council will meet on July 7, 2025, to consider routine and non-controversial items via a consent agenda, including approval of meeting minutes, police department pay plan updates, surplus property disposal, and multiple contracts for city projects. The council will also hear reports from the City Manager and Police Department, and introduce new business such as a sewer easement hearing and appointments for the municipal election.

• Approval of revised Public Safety Classification Pay Plan for Pelham Police Department
• Disposal of surplus vehicles/equipment from Pelham Police Department
• Acceptance of $250,000 proposal from Chambliss King Architects for City Park Renovations (FY2025 budgeted)
• Rejection of sole bid for Heather Ridge Well Electrical Upgrades, acceptance of lowest negotiated price from ICS, Inc.
• Approval of final change order for Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Phase III project

The Pelham City Council approved the consent agenda, which included establishing a Master Sergeant rank in the Police Department, declaring surplus police property, and accepting proposals for various projects. They also passed four additional resolutions: setting a public hearing for a sewer easement, appointing election officials, authorizing an Alabama Power agreement, and paying an ALDOT invoice. All votes were unanimous among members present.

• Adopted consent agenda including Resolution 2025-07-07-01 establishing Master Sergeant rank and revised pay plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-07-07-04 rejecting sole bid and accepting ICS, Inc. for Heather Ridge Well Electrical Upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-07-07-11 setting Aug 18 public hearing for Eagle Cove sewer easement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-07-07-12 appointing citizens as election officials for 2025 municipal election (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-07-07-13 authorizing Alabama Power agreement for public safety services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-07-07-14 authorizing final ALDOT payment for sidewalk project (unanimous)

General

The Pelham Commercial Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes and a finance report, discuss marketing of its owned properties, and consider a contract with Susan Kelly of ARC Realty. They will also receive an economic development update from Assistant City Manager Justin Smith. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of May 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Finance report presentation and approval
• Status update on CDA-owned properties: 1908 and 1910 Montgomery Highway, Wellborn Property (2786 Pelham Parkway), Fran's Property (3103 Pelham Parkway)
• Discussion of marketing: Lamar sign, business website, and contract with Susan Kelly of ARC Realty
• Economic development update by Justin Smith

City Council

The Pelham City Council is meeting to consider routine consent agenda items, including accepting a bid for interior painting at the Police & Court Building, authorizing engineering services for the Greenway Trail, and approving an easement with Alabama Power. The agenda also includes proclamations and public announcements, but no public hearings or new business.

• Resolution 2025-06-16-01: accept bid from Five Star Painting for interior painting at Pelham Police & Court Building (FY2025 budget)
• Resolution 2025-06-16-02: authorize Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for engineering services for Pelham Greenway Trail Phases 3 and 4 (FY2025 budget)
• Resolution 2025-06-16-03: approve underground utility easement with Alabama Power for Edgars' Bakery Construction at 2428 Pelham Parkway
• Proclamation: June 2025 as Scleroderma Awareness Month
• Proclamation: 250th anniversaries of U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps

The Pelham City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included accepting Five Star Painting's proposal for interior painting at the Police & Court Building, authorizing supplemental engineering services for the Greenway Trail Phases 3 and 4, and approving an underground utility easement with Alabama Power for the Edgars' Bakery project. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also featured proclamations and public comments.

• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2025-06-16-01 for Five Star Painting interior painting services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-06-16-02 for supplemental engineering services for Greenway Trail Phases 3 and 4 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-06-16-03 for underground utility easement with Alabama Power for Edgars' Bakery (unanimous)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a legal update on Alabama House Bills 8 and 445, final settlement project costs from ALDOT for sidewalks along Industrial Park Drive and Bearden Road, an update on the Eagle Cove Sewer Lift Station, the 2025 Pelham Palooza, and police department job descriptions. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Legal update on Alabama House Bill 8 and Alabama House Bill 445
• Discussion of final settlement project costs from ALDOT for sidewalks along Industrial Park Drive and Bearden Road
• Update on Eagle Cove Sewer Lift Station
• Discussion of 2025 Pelham Palooza
• Discussion of Police Department job descriptions

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Quik Trip to rezone property from Agriculture to B-2 General Business, continued from the May 8 meeting. The commission will also review and consider adopting revised Subdivision Regulations. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes and announcements.

• Public hearing on RZNE0425-00014: Quik Trip rezoning from Agriculture to B-2 General Business
• Review and possible adoption of revised Subdivision Regulations
• Approval of minutes from May 8, 2025 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for July 10, 2025

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Pelham Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Research Solutions Group to reduce the front yard setback from the standard requirement to 20 feet for properties at 100-110 Parker Drive. The board will also approve minutes from its April 8 meeting, elect officers, and set its next meeting for July 8.

• Variance request VARZ0525-00027 for reduced front yard setback at 100-110 Parker Drive
• Applicant: Research Solutions Group
• Location: Southwest corner of Industrial Road and Parker Drive
• Election of officers
• Next meeting scheduled for July 8, 2025

General

The Pelham Library Board is holding its regular meeting, which is open to the public but not a public hearing. The board will approve minutes, hear a director's report, discuss the May 8th APLS Board Meeting, and receive a presentation from Debbie Parrot of the Library Guild. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Discussion of May 8th APLS Board Meeting
• Presentation from Debbie Parrot of the Library Guild
• Approval of minutes from January 27, 2025
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Pelham Library Board accepted a $5,000 donation from the Pelham Library Guild for Mobley Room improvements. The board also approved the minutes and agenda, and heard updates on new hires and summer reading program statistics.

• Approved minutes from January 27, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000 donation from Pelham Library Guild for Mobley Room improvements
• Adjourned meeting at 6:37pm (unanimous)

City Council

The Pelham City Council will consider several routine resolutions, including a five-year extension of the management agreement for the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena, a body camera contract with Axon, and a debris removal proposal. The meeting also includes public comments and announcements about the upcoming municipal election and community events.

• Resolution 2025-06-02-01: Five-year management agreement extension with VenuWorks of Pelham, LLC for the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena
• Resolution 2025-06-02-02: Five-year body camera agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. (budgeted FY2025)
• Resolution 2025-06-02-03: Accept grant funds from Cawaco RC&D for the Fire Department
• Resolution 2025-06-02-05: Accept Gray's Tree Service proposal for debris removal from Cahaba Valley Creek, with budget amendment
• Resolution 2025-06-02-06: Accept Williams Blackstock Architects proposal for master plan study of former Oak Mountain Amphitheater property

The Pelham City Council approved the consent agenda, which included a five-year extension for VenuWorks to manage the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena, a five-year body camera agreement with Axon Enterprise, and a recruitment campaign partnership with WBRC for the Police Department. The council also approved a debris removal contract with Gray's Tree Service for Cahaba Valley Creek, a master plan visioning study for the former Oak Mountain Amphitheater property with Williams Blackstock Architects, and accepted a $15,000 grant from Cawaco RC&D for a LUCAS Device for the Fire Department. All votes were unanimous among present members; Councilmember Chad Leverett was not present.

• Adopted consent agenda including VenuWorks management extension, Axon body camera agreement, and WBRC recruitment partnership (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-06-02-05 for Gray's Tree Service debris removal from Cahaba Valley Creek (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-06-02-06 for Williams Blackstock Architects master plan for former Oak Mountain Amphitheater (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-06-02-03 accepting $15,000 Cawaco RC&D grant for LUCAS Device (unanimous)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a regular work session to review a master plan proposal from Williams Blackstock Architects and to receive a presentation on the FY2026 budget. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing. No public comments or old business are scheduled.

• Review of master plan proposal from Williams Blackstock Architects
• Presentation of FY2026 budget

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Pelham Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and hear a director’s report. New business includes discussions on football programs, the Palooza event, and playground updates.

• Approval of March meeting minutes
• Discussion on football program updates
• Update on Palooza event planning
• Review of playground improvements or maintenance

General

The Pelham Commercial Development Authority is meeting to discuss the potential purchase or sale of real estate in executive session, approve routine items like minutes and a finance report, and review the status and marketing of its owned properties. The agenda includes approval of a $4,150 legal services invoice and continued discussion on marketing efforts, including a contract with a realtor.

• Executive session to discuss purchase or sale of real estate
• Approval of $4,150 invoice for legal services from Fortune, Beard, Arnold, Graham, & Arnold, LLP
• Status update on CDA-owned properties: 1908 Montgomery Highway, 1910 Montgomery Highway, Wellborn Property (2786 Pelham Parkway), Fran's Property (3103 Pelham Parkway)
• Discussion on marketing: Lamar Sign, business website, contract with Susan Kelly of ARC realty

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 19, 2025. The council will vote on a consent agenda that includes accepting the annual water pollution prevention report, a geotechnical contract for the City Park Renovations project, and a senior programs grant. They will also consider a parking ordinance (second reading) and adopt a new mission statement.

• Resolution 2025-05-19-02: Contract with TTL, Inc. for geotechnical testing for Pelham City Park Renovations (FY2025 budget)
• Resolution 2025-05-19-03: Agreement with Shelby County for Senior Programs Grant for Pelham Senior Center
• Ordinance No. 524: Regulate parking within city limits (second reading)
• Resolution 2025-05-19-04: Adopt city mission, vision, values, and Seven Pillars of Excellence
• Resolution 2025-05-19-01: Accept annual Municipal Water Pollution Prevention (MWPP) Program Report

City Council

The Pelham City Council will hold a work session to review Amendment No. 1 to its management agreement with VenuWorks of Pelham, LLC. The meeting is procedural and not a public hearing, with no new business or public comments scheduled.

• Review - Amendment No. 1 to the Management Agreement with VenuWorks of Pelham, LLC

The Pelham City Council held a work session on May 19, 2025, where they reviewed a proposed five-year extension to the management agreement with VenuWorks for the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena. The council reached a consensus to consider the extension at the next regular meeting on June 2, 2025. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the session was primarily for discussion and agenda review.

• Approved May 5, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus to consider VenuWorks contract extension at June 2 meeting
• Reviewed business license ordinance revision process (no action)
• Reviewed May 19 agenda items (no votes taken)
• Entered executive session for legal and personnel matters (unanimous roll call)
• Adjourned executive session and work session (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone property from Agriculture to B-2, General Business, for a Quik Trip. The commission will also review and potentially adopt its by-laws and revised subdivision regulations.

• Public hearing on RZNE0425-00014: Quik Trip rezoning from Agriculture to B-2
• Review and adoption of Planning Commission by-laws
• Review and adoption of revised subdivision regulations

City Council

The Pelham City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes several license agreements for recreational use of private property, a software agreement with OpenGov, and a resolution on filling board vacancies. The council will also hold the first reading of Ordinance No. 524 to regulate parking within city limits. The meeting includes recognition of a fire department retiree and an Eagle Scout, plus public announcements.

• Ordinance No. 524 to regulate parking (first reading)
• Agreement with OpenGov for budgeting and planning software
• License agreements with Boolos, Clardy, League, Bell, Dees, and Morgan for recreational use of their property
• Resolution to accept private donation for a bench at Carroll Park
• Resolution to declare a vehicle as surplus and authorize disposal

The Pelham City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included 10 resolutions covering license agreements for recreational use of private property, a donation for a park bench, declaring a vehicle surplus, adopting a process for filling board vacancies, and an agreement with OpenGov for budgeting software. The council also introduced Ordinance No. 524 on parking regulations for a first reading, with final consideration expected at a future meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda with 10 resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved license agreements with Boolos, Clardy, League, Bell, Dees, and Morgan for recreational use of property
• Accepted private donation for a bench at Carroll Park
• Declared a vehicle as surplus and authorized disposal
• Adopted process for filling municipal board vacancies
• Approved agreement with OpenGov for budgeting and planning software
• Introduced Ordinance No. 524 on parking regulations (first reading)

City Council

The Pelham City Council holds a work session to review proposed budgets for fiscal year 2026. No public hearings or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is open to the public but remains procedural.

Commercial Development Authority

The Commercial Development Authority is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss marketing of its properties, including 1908 and 1910 Montgomery Highway. The board will also receive an update on Plan Pelham from the City Manager. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of March 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Financial report review
• Marketing discussion for CDA-owned properties: 1908 Montgomery Highway, 1910 Montgomery Highway, Wellborn Property, Fran's Property
• Continue discussion on Lamar Sign and business website
• Economic development update on Plan Pelham by City Manager Gretchen DiFante

City Council

The Pelham City Council is meeting to vote on several routine items and ordinances, including a major rewrite of the city's zoning ordinance, changes to business license rules, and two property annexations. The agenda also includes consent items for a fireworks contract, software purchase, grant acceptance, and building improvements.

• Ordinance 135-267 to repeal and replace the Zoning Ordinance
• Ordinance 288-16 to amend business license sections of the code
• Annexation of 1.12 acres at 1063 Shelby County Highway 72
• Annexation of 1.510 acres at 1060 Shelby County Highway 72
• Resolution 2025-04-21-01: $ contract with Pyro Shows for July 3 fireworks

The Pelham City Council unanimously adopted a new zoning ordinance (No. 135-267), updated business license regulations (No. 288-16), and approved two property annexations (Ordinances No. 522 and 523). The council also approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for the July 4th fireworks show, software purchase, a grant, a gateway sign, and HVAC change orders.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 135-267, repealing and replacing the Zoning Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 288-16, amending business license regulations (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 522, annexing 1.12 acres at 1063 Shelby County Highway 72 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 523, annexing 1.510 acres at 1060 Shelby County Highway 72 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including fireworks contract, CivicPlus software, Innovate Alabama grant, gateway sign, and HVAC change orders (unanimous)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a regular work session to review the proposed FY2026 municipal budgets and discuss the process for filling vacancies on several municipal boards. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings scheduled.

• Review of proposed FY2026 municipal budgets
• Discussion on filling vacancies on Adjustments & Appeals (2), Storm Water (5), and Zoning Board of Adjustment (2)

The Pelham City Council held a work session reviewing proposed FY2026 departmental budgets and discussed a process for filling municipal board vacancies, reaching consensus to proceed with the City Manager's proposed process. The council also reviewed the upcoming agenda, including consent items and ordinances, but took no final votes on these items. An executive session motion failed on a roll call vote (4-1) because it did not receive unanimous approval, though it was noted only a majority was required.

• Approved April 7, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus to proceed with City Manager's proposed process for filling board vacancies
• Determined a citizen could serve on more than one board if no conflict of interest
• Motion to enter executive session failed (4-1) for lack of unanimous vote

General

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to review past minutes, hear a football field discussion, and receive a director's report. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a preliminary plat for Sweetbriar Estates, a proposed 10-lot estate subdivision, continued from the March 13 meeting. The commission will also review and potentially adopt its by-laws and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat for Sweetbriar Estates (10 estate lots), agent: Trademark Engineering
• Review and possible adoption of Planning Commission by-laws
• Approval of minutes from March 13, 2025 meeting

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Pelham Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet to approve minutes from the March 11 meeting and hold a public hearing on whether a nonconforming manufactured home at 42 Deer Springs Circle may continue in the R-1 Single Family District. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing on VARZ0325-00026: continuation of nonconforming manufactured home at 42 Deer Springs Circle

City Council

The Pelham City Council will review the proposed FY2026 municipal budgets and discuss additional funding for Parks & Recreation capital projects. The meeting will also cover proposed digital forms software and voting delegates for the Alabama League of Municipalities Convention.

• Review of proposed FY2026 municipal budgets
• Discussion on additional funding for Parks & Recreation capital projects
• Discussion on Digital Forms and Process Workflow Software
• Discussion on voting delegates for Alabama League of Municipalities Convention

City Council

The Pelham City Council will confirm the mayor's appointment for Chief of Police and swear in the new chief. The council will also hold public hearings and vote on a major zoning ordinance replacement, business license code changes, and two property annexations, along with several routine resolutions and bids.

• Resolution 2025-04-07-01 affirming Mayor's appointment for Chief of Police
• Public hearing on Ordinance 135-267 to repeal and replace the Zoning Ordinance
• Public hearing on Ordinance 288-16 amending business license code
• Annexation of two properties on Shelby County Highway 72 (approx. 1.12 and 1.51 acres)
• Bid awards: Mark Johnson Construction (sewer lift stations), Central Alabama Asphalt (street resurfacing), Stone & Sons (US-31 lighting)

The Pelham City Council unanimously affirmed Mayor Waters' appointment of Ed Delmore as Chief of Police, and Delmore was sworn in. The council also approved a consent agenda including bids for sewer lift station upgrades, street resurfacing, and a roadway lighting project, among other items. In a 3-2 vote, Bob Lavett was appointed to the Pelham Board of Education, with dissenting comments from Council President Mercer and Councilmember Coram. Two ordinances were adopted unanimously: deannexing North Shelby Library District property and authorizing electronic vote counting devices for municipal elections.

• Affirmed Ed Delmore as Chief of Police (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including sewer lift station, street resurfacing, and lighting bids (unanimous)
• Appointed Bob Lavett to Pelham Board of Education (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 520 deannexing North Shelby Library District property (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 521 authorizing electronic vote counting devices (unanimous)
• Approved ABC license for Margarita Grill Cinco de Mayo event (unanimous)
• Authorized cost-of-living adjustment for City Manager (unanimous)
• Approved City Park Baseball Complex Improvements funding (4-1)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Pelham Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss old business including freedom of speech/political zones, by-laws, and pavilion rentals, and new business including citizen engagement survey results and a baseball discussion. The board will also hear a director's report and hold a public forum.

• Freedom of Speech/Political Zones discussion
• Review of By-Laws
• Pavilion Rentals discussion
• Citizen Engagement Survey Results (Parks and Recreation)
• Baseball Discussion

Commercial Development Authority

The Pelham Commercial Development Authority Board will review its financial report, approve prior minutes, and discuss marketing and sale status of CDA-owned properties, including properties on Montgomery Highway and the Welborn and Fran's properties. They will also consider brokerage representation, a promotional sign, and a business directory website. Economic development updates will be provided by the City Manager.

• Review and approval of February 18, 2025 minutes
• Financial report by Secretary/Treasurer
• Discussion of marketing for 1908 and 1910 Montgomery Highway, Welborn Property, and Fran's Property
• Consider commercial brokerage representation and compensation
• Discussion of Lamar sign and business listing website (ExplorePelhamAL.com, Moxey, AlabamaBusiness.vip)

City Council

The Pelham City Council will hold a work session to interview six candidates for the Commercial Development Authority. The meeting will also include discussions on proposed revisions to the city’s zoning and business license ordinances, as well as a presentation on Pelham City Park improvements.

• Interviews with Eden Roy, Chris Arvin, Keltin Garrett, Billy Carroll, James Weldon, and Matt Jaeh for Commercial Development Authority
• Presentation on Pelham City Park Improvements
• Discussion on revisions to the City of Pelham Zoning Ordinance
• Discussion on revisions to the City of Pelham Business License Ordinances
• Discussion on appointment to Pelham Board of Education Place No. 2

The Pelham City Council held a work session on March 17, 2025, conducting interviews for the Commercial Development Authority and discussing several agenda items. The council set public hearings for April 7, 2025, on zoning ordinance revisions and business license ordinance revisions. No final votes were taken on substantive items, as this was a work session; the council also entered executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Approved March 3, 2025 Regular Work Session Minutes and March 7 and March 10, 2025 Special Work Session Minutes (unanimous)
• Removed Resolution 2025-03-17-09 (Alabama League of Municipalities voting delegates) from the March 17, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for April 7, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. for Zoning Ordinance revisions (consensus)
• Set public hearing for April 7, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. for Business License Ordinance revisions (consensus)
• Held interviews for Commercial Development Authority applicants (Eden Roy, Chris Arvin, Keltin Garrett, Billy Carroll, Matt Jaeh; James Weldon not present)
• Entered executive session to discuss trade negotiations, security, litigation, and personnel (unanimous roll call vote)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine items including the FY2024 audit, carry-forward capital funding, a tax abatement agreement, and election-related appointments and compensation. They will also hold a public hearing on deannexing property owned by the North Shelby Library District, and consider first readings of ordinances for the deannexation and for electronic vote counting devices. New business includes an ABC license for a special event and design services for the library's circulation desk.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 520 to deannex 4.490 acres at 5521 Cahaba Valley (AL-119) owned by North Shelby Library District
• Resolution 2025-03-17-04: Tax abatement agreement with Specification Rubber Projects, Inc.
• Resolution 2025-03-17-12: Approve bid from Temple J Electric for traffic signal camera detection upgrades at 11 intersections
• Resolution 2025-03-17-11: Approve proposal from Kevin Miller Development, Inc. for waterline replacement at Pelham Splash Pad
• Resolution 2025-03-17-14: ABC license for Legends Music, LLC for Oak Mountain Spring Fair 2025 at 1000 Amphitheater Road

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three preliminary plat requests for residential subdivisions, including Sweetbriar Estates (10 estate lots), McAlpin Highlands Phase 1 (29 PRD-1 lots), and Glengerry Phase 3 (6 PRD-1 lots). The commission will also review its by-laws and approve minutes from two prior special-called meetings.

• Preliminary plat approval for Sweetbriar Estates, 10 estate lots, agent Trademark Engineering
• Preliminary plat approval for McAlpin Highlands Phase 1, 29 PRD-1 lots, developer Mobley Development Inc.
• Preliminary plat approval for Glengerry Phase 3, 6 PRD-1 lots, developer Mobley Development Inc.
• Review of Planning Commission by-laws
• Approval of minutes from January 28 and February 27, 2025 special-called meetings

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Pelham Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings on three variance requests. One seeks to reduce the front setback and remove a landscape buffer for a Walgreens at 9458 Helena Road. Two others involve relief from cul-de-sac length and parking requirements, plus an alternative landscape plan, for a development at Hwy 11/Grey Oaks Pkwy. The board will also approve minutes from the February 11 meeting.

• VARZ0225-00024: Walgreens at 9458 Helena Road requests deletion of frontage landscape buffer and setback reduction from 50 to 30 feet
• VARZ0125-00022: 68 Ventures/Tower Homes seeks relief from 300-foot cul-de-sac length and alley parking requirements at Hwy 11/Grey Oaks Pkwy
• VARZ0225-00025: Alternative landscape plan for tree plantings in lieu of street trees at Hwy 11/Grey Oaks Pkwy
• Approval of minutes from February 11, 2025 meeting

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a special work session to interview seven candidates for the Pelham Board of Education, Place No. 2 appointment. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing, and no other business is on the agenda.

• Interviews for Pelham Board of Education, Place No. 2 appointment
• Candidates: Jazmine Gagner, Jonathan Bolen, Bob Lavett, Katie Lockhart, Kayla Self, Angelyn Huguley, Will Little

The Pelham City Council held a special work session on March 10, 2025, solely to interview seven residents for the Pelham Board of Education Place No. 2 position. No decisions were made; the session was procedural, ending with a recess and adjournment.

• Interviewed Jazmine Gagner for Board of Education Place No. 2
• Interviewed Jonathan Bolen for Board of Education Place No. 2
• Interviewed Bob Lavett for Board of Education Place No. 2
• Interviewed Katie Lockhart for Board of Education Place No. 2
• Interviewed Kayla Self for Board of Education Place No. 2
• Interviewed Angelyn Huguley for Board of Education Place No. 2
• Interviewed Will Little for Board of Education Place No. 2
• Recessed and reconvened work session; adjourned unanimously

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a special work session to conduct strategic planning for the FY2026 departmental budgets. The session is open to the public but is not a public hearing, and may include other business that comes before the Council.

• Strategic planning session for FY2026 departmental budgets
• Other business that may come before the City Council

The Pelham City Council held a special called work session on March 7, 2025, to discuss strategic planning for the FY2026 budget. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Held strategic planning discussion for FY2026 budget (no vote)
• Adjourned work session unanimously

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a deannexation request from the North Shelby Library, a tax abatement application from Specification Rubber Products, Inc., and the FY2024 audited financial statements. The council will also review revisions to business license ordinances, procedures for demolishing dangerous buildings, and guidelines for the 2025 municipal election. This is a discussion session, not a public hearing, and no final votes are scheduled.

• Discussion — North Shelby Library Deannexation Request
• Discussion — Specification Rubber Products, Inc. tax abatement application
• Review — FY2024 Audited Financial Statements by Truitt Tingle Paramore & Argent, LLC
• Discussion — Revisions to the Business License Ordinances
• Discussion — 2025 Municipal Election Guidelines

The Pelham City Council held a work session on March 3, 2025, and reached consensus to advance a tax abatement application for Specification Rubber Products, Inc., which plans a $6.7 million project at 3500 Pelham Parkway. The council also reviewed the FY2024 audit, which received an unmodified opinion, and scheduled formal acceptance for March 17. Several items were moved to the next meeting, and one resolution was removed from the agenda. No final votes were taken on substantive matters during this work session.

• Consensus to move forward with tax abatement application for Specification Rubber Products (unanimous)
• Moved business license ordinance revisions to March 17 work session (unanimous)
• Removed Resolution 2025-03-03-07 (Eagle Cove streetlights) from March 3 agenda (unanimous)
• Added Resolution 2025-03-03-10 (AG opinion on damaged buildings) to March 3 agenda (unanimous)
• Consensus to provide Pelham Board of Education applicant names to Superintendent (unanimous)
• Consensus to provide 2025 election guidelines to candidates (unanimous)
• Approved February 17, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for employee performance and legal matters (unanimous roll call 5-0)

City Council

The Pelham City Council will vote on a consent agenda with several routine items, including approving bids for paving the west parking lot at the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena and replacing a water service line at Fire Station No. 1. They will also set dates for public hearings on deannexing the North Shelby Library District property and revising business license ordinances. The meeting includes proclamations and a resolution to add a name to a city park obelisk.

• Resolution 2025-03-03-02: Approve bid from Duncan and Dearmon Building, LLC for paving west parking lot at Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena (FY2025 budgeted)
• Resolution 2025-03-03-03: Approve proposal from Byrd Contractors, Inc. to replace water service line at Fire Station No. 1 (FY2025 budgeted)
• Resolution 2025-03-03-04: Approve proposal from Enviro Management Corp. for MS4 stormwater water sampling and testing (FY2025 budgeted)
• Resolution 2025-03-03-05: Approve agreement with Alabama Power for streetlight at Trade Center Drive and Old Montgomery Highway
• Resolution 2025-03-03-08/09: Consider ABC licenses for retail beer and table wine at Pelham Exxon (3071 Pelham Parkway) and Kangaroo Marathon (7994 Helena Road)

The Pelham City Council approved the consent agenda, including contracts for parking lot paving, water service line replacement, stormwater testing, and streetlight agreements. It also approved two ABC liquor licenses for off-premises beer and wine sales, a resolution to add June Fletcher's name to the obelisk at Pelham City Park, and a request for an Attorney General opinion on substantial damaged buildings. A public hearing was set for March 17, 2025, on Ordinance No. 520 to deannex the North Shelby Library District property.

• Approved consent agenda including paving, water line, stormwater, and streetlight items (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-02-17-19 to add June Fletcher's name to obelisk (unanimous)
• Approved ABC license for Pelham Exxon (unanimous)
• Approved ABC license for Kangaroo Marathon (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-03-03-10 requesting Attorney General opinion on substantial damaged buildings (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for March 17, 2025 on Ordinance No. 520 deannexing North Shelby Library District

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission is holding a special called meeting to review and make a recommendation on amending Ordinance No. 135-182, the City of Pelham Zoning Ordinance. The commission will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and announce the next regular meeting date.

• Review and recommendation on amending Ordinance No. 135-182 (Zoning Ordinance)
• Approval of minutes from January 28, 2025 special-called meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for March 13, 2025

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission is holding a work session to review a draft of the revised zoning ordinance. No final decisions are expected; the item is for discussion only.

• Presentation of revised zoning ordinance draft

Commercial Development Authority

The Pelham Commercial Development Authority Board will meet to approve minutes, review finances, and discuss property purchases and disposals, including updates on properties at 1908 and 1910 Montgomery Highway and the Welborn and Fran's properties. They will also discuss commercial brokerage representation and receive economic development updates. The meeting may include an executive session if needed.

• Purchase updates for 1908 Montgomery Highway
• Purchase updates for 1910 Montgomery Highway
• Updates on CDA-owned Welborn Property and Fran's Property
• Discussion on commercial brokerage representation
• Economic development updates from Director Michael Simon

The Commercial Development Authority Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the December 17, 2024 meeting minutes, and the presented financial report. The board discussed the completed acquisition of the 1908 and 1910 Montgomery Highway properties, potential clean-up and development of the Welborn property, and the possibility of hiring a commercial broker, but took no action on these items. No substantive decisions were made beyond the routine approvals.

• Approved meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved December 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report as presented (unanimous)

Water Department

The Pelham Water Department is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from January 22, 2025, and to hear requests to address the department from four individuals. No old business is listed, and the meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Approval of January 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment requests from Jamilla Broom, Maggie Biddy, Jamie Blalock, and John Turner

The Pelham Water Department approved four utility bill adjustments for residents, all unanimously. Adjustments included sewer and water bill corrections for leaks and a refund for a sewer backup caused by the city. One refund was later changed from a credit to a check.

• Approved sewer bill reduction for Jamilla Broom from $115.61 to $64.25 (unanimous)
• Approved water bill adjustments for Maggie Biddy: August from $169.56 to $95.58, September from $460.79 to $240.90 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,027.65 refund to Jamie Blalock for sewer backup repair (unanimous; later changed to check)
• Approved $592.00 refund to John Turner for waterline damage repair (unanimous)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a work session to discuss a dangerous building report and a deannexation request from the North Shelby Library. They will also set interview dates for municipal board vacancies. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Discussion of Dangerous Building Report
• Discussion of North Shelby Library Deannexation Request
• Set interview date and time for municipal board interviews

The Pelham City Council held a work session on February 17, 2025, where it reached consensus to move forward with the North Shelby Library deannexation request and invite board member Sam Gaston to the March 3 work session. The council also scheduled interviews for municipal board vacancies, with BOE interviews set for March 10 and CDA interviews to be scheduled. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were consensus decisions during the work session.

• Consensus to move forward with North Shelby Library deannexation request
• Scheduled BOE interviews for March 10, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (25 min each)
• Scheduled CDA interviews for March 3 or March 17, 2025
• Approved February 3, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss real property and litigation (5-0)
• Adjourned executive session at 5:41 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with 17 resolutions covering routine items like surplus property, mutual aid agreements, and construction contracts, plus six new business items including liquor license applications and a real property purchase. The meeting also includes a report on the 2024-2025 Citizen Engagement Survey and proclamations honoring June Fletcher.

• Resolution 2025-02-17-08: Accept bid from Robinson & Sons Construction for CR52 water tank painting
• Resolution 2025-02-17-09: Accept bid from Powell Builders for Crosscreek Trail and Creekview Drive PVC replacement
• Resolution 2025-02-17-16: Purchase and install NHL street hockey/soccer court from Synlawn
• Resolution 2025-02-17-20: Establish pavilion rental rates for Pelham Parks
• Resolution 2025-02-17-21: ABC license for Yamato Steakhouse at 3018 Pelham Parkway

The Pelham City Council unanimously approved a purchase agreement with Live Nation Entertainment for the 43-acre property at 1000 Amphitheater Road, site of the former Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, to expand the Pelham Arts & Entertainment District. The council also adopted the consent agenda, accepted a donation of three ambulances and one bus from Shelby County, established pavilion rental rates for Pelham Parks, approved two restaurant liquor licenses, and removed a resolution to add June Fletcher's name to the obelisk at Pelham City Park.

• Approved purchase agreement with Live Nation for 43-acre property at 1000 Amphitheater Road (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including 17 resolutions (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of 3 ambulances and 1 bus from Shelby County Commission (unanimous)
• Established pavilion rental rates for Pelham Parks (unanimous)
• Approved ABC liquor license for Yamato Steakhouse at 3018 Pelham Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved ABC liquor license for La Gran Riviera at 309 Huntley Parkway (unanimous)
• Removed resolution to add June Fletcher's name to obelisk at Pelham City Park

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission will hold a work session to review a draft of the revised zoning ordinance. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions scheduled.

Zoning Board of Adjustments

The Pelham Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold public hearings on two variance requests: one seeking relief from cul-de-sac and parking requirements for a development at Hwy 11/Grey Oaks Pkwy, and another to allow a 25-foot light pole at 2812 Pelham Pkwy. The board will also approve minutes, the 2025 meeting calendar, and elect officers.

• VARZ0125-00022: Relief from 300' cul-de-sac center requirement and parallel/rear alley parking for 68 Ventures/Tower Homes at Hwy 11/Grey Oaks Pkwy
• VARZ0125-00023: Relief from 20 ft. max light pole height to allow 25 ft. pole for proposed Waldo's Chicken and Beer at 2812 Pelham Pkwy
• Approve 2025 meeting calendar
• Election of officers

City Council

The Pelham City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes hiring a consultant to support police chief selection, accepting a bid to build two pavilions at Pelham City Park, and several other contracts and agreements. A separate resolution would approve a liquor license application for Pub 261. The meeting also includes public comments and announcements about board applications.

• Resolution 2025-02-03-01: Professional services contract with Center for Public Safety Management, LLC for police chief selection support
• Resolution 2025-02-03-03: Accept bid from J.G. Willens Building to construct two pavilions at Pelham City Park (Project No. 6025002)
• Resolution 2025-02-03-05: Accept proposal from Pinnacle Custom Signs for one Gateway sign at U.S. Highway 31 and Alabama Highway 261 (Project No. 5323024)
• Resolution 2025-02-03-10: ABC license application for 010-Lounge Retail Liquor License for Pub 261 at 9340 Helena Road, Suites B and C
• Resolution 2025-02-03-08: Approve proposal from Tuff Dog Coatings for concrete porch maintenance at Pelham Racquet Club and amend FY2025 capital budget

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a work session to discuss three items: a dangerous building report, revisions to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board's by-laws, and establishing rental rates for parks and recreation pavilions. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Discussion of dangerous building report
• Discussion of revisions to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board by-laws
• Discussion of establishing pavilion rental rates

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission will hold a special called meeting to consider a preliminary plat for Silver Ridge, a mixed-use development with 307 residential lots and a 3-acre commercial lot. The commission will also discuss drafting its by-laws and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Preliminary plat approval for Silver Ridge (PLAT1224-00025): 307 residential lots and a 3-acre commercial lot, requested by 68 Ventures and Engineering Design Group
• Discussion on drafting Planning Commission by-laws
• Approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board

The Pelham Library Board approved a new Notary Policy as written. The board also welcomed new member Carol Nunn, honored outgoing member Connita Turner for 20 years of service, and approved the previous meeting's minutes and agenda. No other substantive business was discussed.

• Approved Notary Policy as written (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 11, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for January 27, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including the creation of a new Chief of EMS and Training Division position, scheduling for FY2026 budget workshops, and the City Manager's annual performance review. The agenda also includes a request to address the council from the Superintendent of Pelham City Schools. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Discussion of new Chief of EMS and Training Division position
• Discussion of FY2026 Budget Workshop dates and times
• Discussion of City Manager's Annual Performance Review
• Request to address council by Dr. Chuck Ledbetter, Superintendent, Pelham City Schools

City Council

The Pelham City Council is meeting to approve routine items including the agenda and minutes, and to consider three resolutions: declaring surplus bleachers for donation to the school board, extending a broker agreement for city-owned properties, and creating a new Fire Department position. No public hearings are scheduled, and the meeting includes requests to address the council from the school superintendent and an Eagle Scout project.

• Resolution 2025-01-22-01: Declare surplus bleachers and donate to Pelham Board of Education
• Resolution 2025-01-22-02: Extend broker listing agreement with Mark Dinan for Oak Mountain Trail properties
• Resolution 2025-01-22-03: Approve job description and pay scale for Fire Department Chief of EMS and Training Division
• Applications open for municipal boards until Feb 12, 2025

Water Department

The Pelham Water Department is holding a regular meeting on January 22, 2025. The agenda includes approval of the July 15, 2024 minutes, and two requests to address the department from Jamilla Broom and Maggie Biddy. No old business is listed, and the meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Approval of July 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment requests from Jamilla Broom and Maggie Biddy

Commercial Development Authority

The Pelham Commercial Development Authority Board will meet to approve the prior meeting's minutes, review financial reports, and discuss property purchases and updates. The board will consider the purchase of 1908 and 1910 Montgomery Highway, receive updates on CDA-owned properties (Welborn and Fran's), and discuss commercial brokerage representation. Economic development updates will also be presented.

• Purchase discussion: 1908 Montgomery Highway
• Purchase discussion: 1910 Montgomery Highway
• Updates on CDA-owned Welborn Property and Fran's Property
• Discussion on commercial brokerage representation

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Pelham Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, discuss old business including freedom of speech/political zones and by-law review, and consider new business on youth football. The director's report and public forum are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of freedom of speech/political zones
• Review of by-laws
• Youth football discussion
• Approval of December minutes

Planning Commission

The Pelham Planning Commission will consider preliminary plat approval for Silver Ridge, a mixed-use development with 307 residential lots and a 3-acre commercial lot. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a review of proposed by-laws.

• Preliminary plat for Silver Ridge (PLAT1224-00025): 307 residential lots and 3-acre commercial lot
• Developer: 68 Ventures; Engineer/Agent: EDG
• Review of proposed Planning Commission By-laws
• Approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Pelham City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including the Eagle Cove Sewer Lift Station, the FY2025 Street Resurfacing Plan, updates on Pelham City Park projects, and a broker listing agreement for Oak Mountain Trail property. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.

• Discussion - Eagle Cove Sewer Lift Station
• Discussion - FY2025 Street Resurfacing Plan
• Discussion - Pelham City Park Projects Update
• Discussion - Oak Mountain Trail Property Broker Listing Agreement

City Council

The Pelham City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on an ordinance to rezone about 104 acres of vacant, wooded property along Oak Mountain State Park Road and Shelby County Highway 33 from agricultural and single-family residential to garden home residential. The council will also vote on several consent agenda items, including contracts for a gate replacement, a sewer pump installation, and surveying for a greenway trail, plus declaring a Parks & Recreation vehicle surplus. A resolution to appoint a city clerk/treasurer is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 135-266 to rezone 104 acres to R-G (Residential Garden Home) for Pelham 157, LLC
• Resolution 2025-01-06-02: contract with Gate Keeper Construction for rear electric gate replacement at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Resolution 2025-01-06-03: award to Mark Johnson Construction, LLC for Sanitary Sewer Lift Station B Dry Prime Pump Replacement
• Resolution 2025-01-06-04: professional services agreement with Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC for Greenway Trail Project Phase IV surveying
• Resolution 2025-01-06-05: appointment of city clerk/treasurer effective February 3, 2025

The Pelham City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2025-01-06-05 appointing Jonathan Seale as city clerk/treasurer effective February 3, 2025. The council also adopted the consent agenda, which included several contracts and a surplus declaration. A public hearing was held on a rezoning ordinance for approximately 104 acres along Oak Mountain State Park Road and Shelby County Highway 33, but no vote was taken; it was only introduced as a first reading.

• Approved consent agenda including surplus vehicle declaration, gate replacement contract with Gate Keeper Construction, pump replacement bid to Mark Johnson Construction, and survey agreement with Goodwyn Mills Cawood (5-0)
• Appointed Jonathan Seale as city clerk/treasurer effective February 3, 2025 (5-0)
• Held public hearing on Ordinance 135-266 (rezoning to R-G) but took no vote; first reading only