HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-13-2023 City Council MinutesSTATE OF ALABAMA
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The City Council, City of Fairhope, met in regular session at
6:00 p.m., Fairhope Municipal Complex Council Chamber,
161 North Section Street, Fairhope, Alabama 36532, on
Monday, 13 February 2023.
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Present were Council President Jay Robinson, Councilmembers: Jack Burrell,
Corey Martin, Jimmy Conyers, and Kevin Boone; and Mayor Sherry Sullivan, City
Attorney Marcus E. McDowell, and Assistant City Clerk Jenny Opal Wilson. City
Clerk Lisa A. Hanks was absent.
There being a quorum present, Council President Robinson called the meeting
to order at 6:09 p.m. The invocation was given by Rev. William Parsons III
Redeemer Lutheran Church and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Councilmember Conyers moved to approve minutes of the 23 January 2023, Regular
City Council Meeting and 23 January 2023 Work Session. Seconded by
Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Mayor Sullivan had no report.
Council President Robinson opened Public Participation for Agenda Items.
Gary Gover, 300 Lincoln Street, Fairhope, Alabama came forward and addressed
Item #13 Master Planning for the Redevelopment of the Kl Center. In the
contractor's proposal there are additional services available if needed for
Environmental Analysis, Steering Committee, and Public Engagement. Mr. Gover
recommended in deliberations that Council consider these additional services that are
important to the success of a Master Plan.
Council President Robinson moved forward with Council Comments.
Councilmember Burrell discussed the Airport Authority entered into a new contract
with realtor Ashurst Niemeyer on property previously marketed on the west side as
one parcel. We now have a plan ready for review to break into multiple lots that will
make marketable for development and industry and to remove from City books. He
discussed a private road off of Hwy 98 McGowin Drive with opportunity to take over
maintenance and have access to the Airport property that will make lots more
valuable to market if we can work out with owners. Councilmember Martin did not
have report. Councilmember Conyers thank the members of KOER for a great parade
Saturday night. Congratulations to the Fairhope Middle School Cheerleaders for
coming back from Orlando, Florida with a 7 th in nation in Cheerleading.
Councilmember Boone gave kudos to our City employees for their work Saturday
night on setting up for parades and cleanup afterwards was phenomenal, thank you.
Council President extended his appreciation for their service and how quickly work
was completed.
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Council President Robinson read Ordinance to amend Zoning Ordinance No.
1253 and Ordinance No. 1317 and No. 1572; to amend Ordinance No. 1317 and
1572, known as the Fly Creek PUD. The property of Highlands at Fairhope Village,
LLC, is approximately 11.76 acres and is generally located on the north and south
side of Corte Ridge Road, and East of the Publix on U.S. Highway 98 in Fairhope,
Alabama. PPIN Numbers: 369505, 369508, 386030, 386029, 369509. (Introduced at
City Council Meeting on January 23, 2023.)
Hunter Simmons, Planning Director gave brief of Ordinance and discussed the
Staff recommends approval of Case ZC 22.14 Fly Creek PUD (2nd) Amendment with
the following conditions:
1)Buildings shall fall within established setbacks and allow room for
required landscape/buffers.
2)A formal Site Plan/Multiple Occupancy Project shall be conducted.
3)Final layout of the sidewalks, trails, and crosswalks will be approved
during the follow-up Multiple Occupancy Review (MOP) case.
Council President Robinson opened Council Comments. Councilmember
Burrell asked for clarification on increase/decrease of greenspace. Mr. Simmons
asked Ms. Cathy Barnette of Dewberry to clarify. Ms. Barnette commented there was
an increase to greenspace, very minute. Councilmember Burrell inquired on total
number of units, 330. Mr. Simmons confirmed yes. Councilmember Martin inquired
on the completion of the Environmental Trails. Mr. Simmons discussed revised site
plan resolves how roads are connected, but final locations of sidewalks, trails, and
crosswalks will require more discussion. A condition has been added to clarify final
layout of the pedestrian connectivity that will be approved during the follow-up
(MOP) review. Councilmember Martin inquired on private roads. Mr. Simmons
replied there are three (3) private roads with one ( 1) public road Corte Ridge Road.
Councilmember Burrell added an additional comment this particular project is an
exception to the rule when changing PUDs. He discussed we should use caution on
future discussions of changing PUDs.
Councilmember Burrell moved for final adoption to amend Zoning Ordinance
No. 1253 and Ordinance No. 1317 and 1572; to amend Ordinance No. 1317 and
1572, known as the Fly Creek PUD. The property of Highlands at Fairhope Village,
LLC, is approximately 11.76 acres and is generally located on the north and south
side of Corte Ridge Road, and East of the Publix on U.S. Highway 98 in Fairhope,
Alabama. PPIN Numbers: 369505, 369508, 386030, 386029, 369509. (Introduced at
City Council Meeting on January 23, 2023.) Seconded by Councilmember Martin,
motion for final adoption passed by the following voice votes: A YE -Burrell,
Martin, Conyers, Robinson, and Boone. NAY -None.
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Council President Robinson read Ordinance to amend Zoning Ordinance No.
1253 and Ordinance No. 1402; to amend Ordinance No. 1042, known as the Idlewild
PUD. The property of Fairhope East, LLC, is approximately 10 acres and is generally
located on the west side of State Highway 181, south of Fairhope Avenue in
Fairhope, Alabama. PPIN Numbers: 261908, 310693. (Introduced at City Council
Meeting on January 23, 2023.)
Hunter Simmons, Planning Director gave brief of Ordinance and discussed
Staff and Planning Commission recommendations for approval of Case ZC 22.06
Idlewild Planned Unit Development (PUD) Amendment with the following
conditions:
1.Provide a strong landscape buff er to provide scre ening, such as
evergreens, in addition to providing significant light pollution prevention
to be reviewed at time of Multiple Occupancy Project approval.
2.Front setbacks shall be 118'.
Council President Robinson opened Council Comments. Councilmember
Burrell had concern if ALDOT comes thru and acquires a Right-Of-Way with four
(4)lane what happens to setbacks, wetlands, and buffer. Mr. Simmons discussed the
Landscape Plan with buffers and highway setback line with boardwalk. He discussed
components of the required landscape are within the Highway Construction Setback.
Final plans will be reviewed during the MOP review. Councilmember Burrell asked if
ALDOT has to approve. Mr. Simmons to confirm. Councilmember Burrell had
concern with greenspace. Mr. Simmons discussed proposed development
standards/conditions. Greenspace shall meet or exceed the Commercial Multiple
Occupancy Project requirement of 10%. Councilmember Burrell inquired on
connectivity to Idlewild. Mr. Simmons confirmed pedestrians and low speed
vehicles. Councilmember Martin inquired on name change to Boardwalk Village.
Mr. Simmons confirmed. Councilmember Burrell had concern with Perimeter
Landscape Requirements within ALDOT Highway Inspections that take up the 60 ft.
highway construction setbacks. Mr. Simmons confirmed we can handle with a
condition.
Councilmember Burrell moved for final adoption to amend Zoning Ordinance
1253 and Ordinance No. 1402; to amend Ordinance No. 1402, known as the Idlewild
PUD, the property of Fairhope East, LLC, is approximately 10 acres and is generally
located on the west side of State Highway 181, south of Fairhope Avenue in
Fairhope, Alabama. PPIN Numbers: 261908, 310693. (Introduced at the City Council
Meeting on January 23, 2023.) with staff recommendations and additional condition
that ALDOT will meet the Perimeter Landscape Requirements within ALDOT
highway inspections that take up the 60 ft. highway construction setbacks. Seconded
by Councilmember Martin. Motion for final adoption passed by the following voice
votes: A YE -Burrell, Martin, Conyers, Robinson, and Boone. NAY -none.
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Council President Robinson read an Ordinance that the City of Fairhope to
establish a fund known as the "City of Fairhope Employee Fund." The purpose of the
fund shall be to account for the receipt and expenditure of funds derived from sales
from vending machines located in all City buildings and facilities. The fund shall be
established with funds presently collected from the sales.
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing an Ordinance that the City of
Fairhope to establish a fund known as the "City of Fairhope Employee Fund." The
purpose of the fund shall be to account for the receipt and expenditure of funds
derived from sales from vending machines located in all City buildings and facilities.
The fund shall be established with funds presently collected from the sales.
(Introduced at City Council Meeting on February 13, 2023.)
Councilmember Boone moved to suspend rules for immediate consideration
on Ordinance that the City of Fairhope to establish a fund known as the "City of
Fairhope Employee Fund." The purpose of the fund shall be to account for the receipt
and expenditure of funds derived from sales from vending machines located in all
City buildings and facilities. The fund shall be established with funds presently
collected from the sales. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers. Motion for
immediate consideration passed by the following voice votes: A YE -Burrell, Martin,
Conyers, Robinson, and Boone. NAY -none.
Councilmember Martin moved for final adoption on Ordinance that The City
of Fairhope to establish a fund known as the "City of Fairhope Employee Fund." The
purpose of the fund shall be to account for the receipt and expenditure of funds
derived from sales from vending machines located in all City buildings and facilities.
The fund shall be established with funds presently collected from the sales. Seconded
by Councilmember Conyers. Motion for immediate consideration passed by the
following voice votes: A YE -Burrell, Martin, Conyers, Robinson, and Boone. NAY
-none.
Councilmember Burrell introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 23-009) to McElhenney
Construction Company for Founders Park Athletic Track and Additional Parking
Project with a total bid proposal not-to-exceed $2,480,680.04 with condition that
track must be certifiable to Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA)
standards. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by
voice vote. Council Presiden t Robinson asked for Council comments.
Councilmember Martin discussed turnkey, and proposed bleachers and PA system in
the amount of $200,000.00 for completion of project. City Attorney Marcus E.
McDowell stated project would have to be rebid with proposal. Richard Johnson,
Public Works Director recommended getting bids for Grand Stand and PA System,
and will bring back to Council.
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RESOLUTION NO. 4682-23
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
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(I] That the City of Fairhope did request, receive, and open bids to procure services
for (Bid No. 23-009) Founders Park Athletic Track and Additional Parking Project at
555 South Section Street in the City of Fairhope offices, Fairhope, Alabama.
[2]At the appointed time and place, bids were received and tabulated as follows:
Please see attached Bid Tabulation for
Founders Park Athletic Track and Additional Parking Project
[3]After evaluating the bids with the required specifications, McElhenney
Construction Company is now awarded (Bid No. 23-009) Founders Park Athletic
Track and Additional Parking Project with a total bid proposal not-to-exceed
$2,480,680.04, over budget $1,280,680.04.
•$250K from Baldwin County Board of Education
•$400K from Fairhope Single Tax
•General Fund Reserve to be used to cover shortfall.
ADOPTED ON THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2023
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Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the
following resolution, a resolution to award (Bid No. 23-14) to Xtreme Golf
Management for Greens Drainage Project for Nine (9) Greens with a total bid
proposal not-to-exceed $103,500.00. Seconded by Councilmember Boone,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 4683-23
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[ 1]That the City of Fairhope did request, receive, and open bids to procure services
for (Bid No. 23-014) Greens Drainage Project for Nine (9) Greens at 555 South
Section Street in the City of Fairhope offices, Fairhope, Alabama.
[2]At the appointed time and place, bids were received and tabulated as follows:
Please see attached Bid Tabulation for
Greens Drainage Project for Nine (9) Greens
[3]After evaluating the bids with the required specifications, Xtreme Golf
Management is now awarded (Bid No. 23-14) Greens Drainage Project for Nine (9)
Greens with a total bid proposal not-to-exceed $103,500.00, under budget
$15,300.00.
13 February 2023 ADOPTED ON THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2023 Attest: &.� City Clerk '.Clijot•, ..... •-·--· ••••••••••••• •••••••H••••••••••
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Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of Equipment for Planters Point Publix Lift Station from J.H. Wright & Associates for a total not-to-exceed $163,786.00 that includes equipment, shipping, and startup only, installation of equipment including piping and valves, by others. This equipment is exempt from formal bidding per Code of Alabama 1975, Section 41-16-51 (b )(7). Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimouslyby voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 4684-23
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[ 1]That the City of Fairhope approves the procurement of Equipment for PlantersPoint Publix Lift Station from J.H. Wright & Associates for a total not-to-exceed$163,786.00 that includes equipment, shipping, and startup only, installation ofequipment including piping and valves, by others. This equipment is exempt fromformal bidding per Code of Alabama 1975, Section 41-16-5 l(b)(7).
ADOPTED ON THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2023
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Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council approves the selection of Volkert, Inc. to perform Professional Engineering Services for Utilities Relocation for Baldwin County's County Road 64 Widening Project (RFQ PS23-13); and hereby authorizes Mayor Sheny Sullivan to negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be approved by Council. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 4685-23
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[ 1]That the City Council approves the selection of Volkert, Inc. to perform
Professional Engineering Services for Utilities Relocation for Baldwin County's
County Road 64 Widening Project (RFQ PS23-l 3 ); and hereby authorizes Mayor
Sherry Sullivan to negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be approved by Council.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2023
Attest: �u� JSaA.ank s, MMC
City Clerk
, Council President
Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council approves the selection of
Volkert, Inc. to perform Professional Engineering Services for Utilities Relocation for
State of Alabama's US 31 Project (RFQ PS23-014); and hereby authorizes Mayor
Sherry Sullivan to negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be approved by Council.
Seconded by Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 4686-23
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[ 1]That the City Council approves the selection of Volkert, Inc. to perform
Professional Engineering Services for Utilities Relocation for State of Alabama's
US 31 Project (RFQ PS23-014); and hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to
negotiate the not-to-exceed fee to be approved by Council.
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DULY ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2023
Attest:
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Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the selection of Watermark Design Group for Professional Architectural & Engineering Services for Master Planning for (RFQ PS020-22) Redevelopment & Remodel of the Fairhope K-1 Center for the Design Phase (that includes providing a Campus Master Plan) andthe Construction Phase (that includes additional site inspections and/or observations);and hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute a contract with a not-toexceed amount of $151,900.00. Seconded by Councilmember Boone, motion passedunanimously by voice vote. Council President Robinson asked Council fordiscussion. Councilmember Burrell asked for clarification on grant. City TreasurerKim Creech clarified Items No. 13 and Item No. 14. Resolutions No. 13$151,900.00 no grant. Item No. 14 $293,000.00 EDA grant covering 80%.Councilmember Martin asked for clarification on basement within proposal. RichardJohnson, Public Works Director discussed proposal language. Council PresidentRobinson noted basement will be discussed in Item # 14.
RESOLUTION NO. 4687-23
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[1]That the City of Fairhope approves the selection for Professional Architectural &Engineering Services for Master Planning for (RFQ PS020-22) Redevelopment &Remodel of the Fairhope K-1 Center for the Design Phase (that includes providing aCampus Master Plan) and the Construction Phase (that includes additional siteinspections and/or observations); and hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to
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execute a contract with Watermark Design Group with a not-to-exceed amount of
$151,900.00.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2023
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Attest:
�/ Lisa A. Hanks, MMC
City Clerk
Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope approves the selection
of Watermark Design Group for Professional Architectural & Engineering Services
(RFQ PS020-22) Redevelopment & Remodel of the Fairhope K-1 Center (Grant
Project No. COF-2023 EDA00l); and hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to
execute a contract with a not-to-exceed amount of $293,000.00 subject to the review
and approval of the US Chamber of Commerce's Economic Development
Administration (EDA), and must comply with all granted related laws, regulations
and requirements. Seconded by Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously
by voice vote. Council President Robinson asked Council for further discussion.
Councilmembers proposed amending proposal language. Councilmember Martin
moved to amend motion on language by striking out the proposal does not include
work within basement level but can be amended. Seconded by Councilmember
Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 4688-23
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[ 1]That the City of Fairhope approves the selection for Professional Architectural &
Engineering Services (RFQ PS020-22) Redevelopment & Remodel of the Fairhope
K-1 Center for Architectural/Engineering Design and Construction Inspection
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Services as part of the Economic Development Administration Grant Project No.
COF-2023 EDA00l; and hereby authorizes Mayor Sherry Sullivan to execute a
contract with Watermark Design Group with a not-to-exceed amount of $293,000.00
to be paid for with grant funds.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the approval of this contract is subject to the
review and approval of the US Chamber of Commerce's Economic Development
Administration (EDA), and must comply with all grant related laws, regulations and
requirements.
DULY ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2023
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Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized
to execute a South Alabama Mutual Assistance Agreement between the City of
Fairhope and among the counties, towns, and cities of the South Alabama Mutual
Assistance Compact to provide and receive mutual aid as a result of "Disasters."
Seconded by Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 4689-23
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, that Mayor Sherry Sullivan is hereby authorized to execute a South
Alabama Mutual Assistance Agreement between the City of Fairhope and among the
counties, towns, and cities of the South Alabama Mutual Assistance Compact to
provide and receive mutual aid as a result of fire, flood, storm, epidemic,
technological failure or accident, riot, drought, sudden and severe energy shortage,
plant or animal infestation or disease, earthquake, explosion, terrorism, or man-made
disaster, or other conditions ("Disasters").
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ADOPTED ON THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2023
Attest:
City Clerk
Councilmember Martin introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope declares a Lenovo
ThinkPad T470, Serial PF-11M5T6, City Asset Number T0139 as surplus; and the
Mayor and City Treasurer are hereby authorized and directed to dispose of personal
property; hereby amends the 2023 annual appropriation to the Fairhope Airport
Authority to include a transfer of said personal property at fair market value; and
transfers said personal property for fair market value to the Airport Authority and
shows that the annual appropriation has been increased by the same amount.
Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 4690-23
WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope, Alabama, has certain items of personal property
which are no longer needed for public or municipal purposes; and
WHEREAS, Section 11-43-56 of the Code of Alabama of 1975 authorizes the municipal
governing body to dispos e of unneeded personal property;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the following personal property owned by the City of Fairhope,
Alab ama, is not needed for public or municipal purposes, and hereby declared surplus:
•Lenovo ThinkPad T470, Serial PF-l 1M5T6, City Asset Number T0139
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SECTION 2. That the Governing body of the City of Fairhope hereby amends the 2023
annual appropriation to the Fairhope Airport Authority to include a transfer of said
personal property at fair market value to the Airport Authority.
SECTION 3. That Mayor Sherry Sullivan and City Treasurer Kim Creech are hereby
authorized and directed to transfer said personal property for fair market value to the
Airport Authority and show that the annual appropriation has been increased by the same
amount.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2023
Attest:
City Clerk
Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution That the City Council authorizes and approves
adding a temporary part-time overlap position of Station Control Tech/Digital
Forensic (Pay Grade 9/HR) for current employee (Donald D.J. White) and allows him
to work with and train the new Station Control Tech/Digital Forensic employee that
will benefit the City as well as the new hire. The temporary overlap position will
expire in six months after the date of City Council's approval with a cost for the
additional temporary overlap position not-to-exceed $1,500.00. Seconded by
Councilmember Martin, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Council President
asked for any further discussion. Councilmember Martin commented he hated to lose
DJ.
City Council reviewed an application for Liquor License by Jenna Laine
Rachal, The Venue Fairhope LLC d/b/a The Venue Fairhope located at 105 South
Section Street, Fairhope, AL 36532. Councilmember Burrell moved to approve the
issuance of the license. Seconded by Councilmember Martin, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 4691-23
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA,That the City Council authorizes and approves adding a
temporary part-time overlap position of Station Control Tech/Digital Forensic (Pay
Grade 9/HR) for current employee (Donald D.J. White) and to allow him to work
with and train the new Station Control Tech/Digital Forensic employee. This will be
beneficial to the City as well as the new hire. The temporary overlap position will
expire in six months after the date of City Council's approval. The cost for the
additional temporary overlap position should not exceed $1,500.00.
ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2023
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
Councilmember Martin moved to grant the request of Thomas Hospital
Foundation approval to serve beer on City property contingent on Bottles Up Bar
Service getting One Time Event License from ABC and the City of Fairhope for the
Thomas Hospital Foundation "Cornhole for a Cause Tournament" on March 25,
2023. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice
vote. Shannon Preston, Executive Director, Infirmary Foundations was present on
request. Council President Robinson thanked Ms. Preston.
Council President Robinson opened Public Participation. There were no
public participation.
At the request of the City Attorney, Marcus E. McDowell, the City Council
will rise from the meeting to go into Executive Session based on Alabama Code
Section 36-25A-7(a)(3) and to discuss the purchase, sale, and acquisition of real
property pursuant to Alabama Code Section 36-25A-7(a)(6). The approximate time
to be in Executive Session is sixty ( 60) minutes. Councilmember Boone moved to go
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into Executive Session. Seconded by Councilmember Burrell, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
Exited the dais at 7:27 p.m. Returned at 8:50 p.m.
Councilmember Conyers moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by
Councilmember Burrell, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting
was duly adjourned at 8:51 p.m.