HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-12-2023 Harbor Board Meeting MinutesSTATE OF ALABAMA )(
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The Harbor Board met at 4:30 p.m.,
Mayor’s Conference Room, 161 N Section St.
Fairhope, Alabama 36532 on Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Present members were Don Bates, Chris Cunningham, Skip Jones, and Mikeal Donald. Councilmember
Kevin Boone was present. Sean Saye represented the City. Jennifer Olmstead took the minutes.
The meeting was called to order at 4:40pm.
Minutes from the January 12, 2023 and October 12, 2022 meetings were presented and approved on a
motion by Skip Jones; seconded by Chris Cunningham, none opposed.
Councilmember Kevin Boone had no comments to report.
Sean Saye provided a report on the Marina operations and facility.
Don Bates presented the preliminary Clean Marina Inspection Report that was completed on February 17,
2023. There were a few additional construction items that needed to be completed. Don stated that the
inspection was extremely positive.
The Board discussed the current overnight rules for slip owners.
Don Bates discussed alternative property use. The board would like to see the capability of renting the
facility/meeting space. Skip Jones made a motion to approach the City to allow for the rental of the facility;
seconded by Kevin Boone.
Don Bates reviewed the vision the Board has for the Marina. The short-term vision would be to see 100%
occupancy and get through hurricane season successfully. Also, the board would like to see the travel lift
removed.
Gary Gover addressed the Board with concerns of safety drill procedures, the current electric service,
derelict boats and the marina at the Municipal Pier.
There being no further business to come before the Harbor Board, the meeting was duly adjourned at 5:29
pm.
Respectfully submitted by Jennifer Olmstead Approved: 7/19/2023