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Grant Sought To Make Fairhope Avenue Safer

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 21 May 2026 07:12:38 -0500

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Possible projects.

SS4A survey.

FAIRHOPE AVENUE CORRIDOR

The city council authorized an application for a $9 million 'Safe Streets For All' federal grant to implement safety improvements recommended by last years SS4A survey.

Fairhope Avenue from the bay to Normandy Avenue (Walmart store) was selected to be the first for improvements to safety for all road users, based on input from the study: vehicular, bicycles, and pedestrians.

Project details are still to be determined.

Grant sought.

More Fairhope High School Upgrades Authorized

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 20 May 2026 14:43:32 -0500

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MAY BALDWIN BOE MEETING

During its last meeting the Baldwin County Board of Education approved a $9.3 million contract to begin upgrades to the front parking area, cafeteria, and media room at Fairhope High School

C. Roberbs was the low-bidder for the contract.

No construction timeline was mentioned.

Some Close Baldwin Primary Election Races

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 19 May 2026 22:35:13 -0500

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Update: 98% of votes now in.

VOTES STILL TO COUNT

As of 10:30 PM, Fairhope-area District 2 County Commission was still too-close-to-call; Angelo Fermo held a narrow lead over Kyle Henderson. (It may be absentee ballots will need to be counted before an official winner can be declared.)

Incumbent District 32 State Senator Chris Elliott was easily re-elected; Fairhope's Krisiti Hagood won her race for Circuit Court Judge as well.

Incumbent BC Sheriff Lowery narrowly defeated challenger Matt McKenzie.

District 3 Commissioner Underwood was re-elected; there will be a runoff in District 4 (Garr/Harris).

Jason Woerner retained his spot on the Baldwin County School Board.

Splash Pad Opens For Season

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 19 May 2026 13:55:25 -0500

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COMMUNITY PARK

The city's splash pad has opened for the season; one of the canons is to be replaced by a "crab" according to the recreation department.

There are no current plans to repair the water buckets on the mast.

Construction of a second splash pad at Foundation Park about a half mile south is scheduled to begin later this year, at last word.

Primary Election Day in Fairhope

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 19 May 2026 13:39:56 -0500

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City hall poll.

REDISTRICTING CONFUSION AFFECTING TURNOUT?

Turnout appeared to be low as-predicted at Fairhope polls this afternoon for the 2016 primary election: there were more last-minute campaigners waving signs than actual voters it seemed.

Polls will be open until 7PM; results should start coming in by 8 PM.

Crosswalks Sought For Busy Eastside Intersection

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 18 May 2026 15:48:37 -0500

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Crosswalk plan.

HWY 181 AT HWY 104

The city council approved applying for a Federal Highway Administration 'Transportation Alternatives Program' grant to install signalized crosswalks at the busy Hwy 104/181 intersection in east Fairhope.

Cost is estimated at $1.3 million; local governments' share will be 20%.

'Stop Work' Order Posted On Boothe Road Property

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 18 May 2026 14:50:42 -0500

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Stop work sign posted.

Boothe Road Site.

HAPPENED BEFORE IN VICINITY

A stop work order has been issued by the Baldwin County Planning Department where land-disturbance activity was already begun at 19500 Boothe Rd. in BC Planning District 8 without the necessary permits, according to the notice posted.

Trent and Erica Dossett are the property owners listed on the sign. It is not known what they planned for the property, which is partially wetlands.

The SW order could be appealed by the owners.

HAPPENED BEFORE THERE

This property is adjacent to where another SWO was similarly-issued in 2023 to the adjacent landowner William Bolton, for unauthorized land-disturbance activity in wetlands.

That owner subsequently appealed to the County's Board of Adjustments -- which upheld the suspension.

It is not known if that matter was ever appealed on to state court, but the activity there stopped.

19500 Boothe Road.

Snake Found Hiding In the Hermit's Hut?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 17 May 2026 14:55:42 -0500

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Hermit's hut Sunday.

Sign left by visitors.

OR JUST A LIZARD?

A sign left by a visitor today warned of a snake in the stove at the Hermit's Hut in Montrose; someone else thought it was just a lizard.

A Times reporter made a "quick" search this afternoon but saw nothing there at all.

RELOCATION UPDATE

Mayor Sullivan said recently she hopes the long-anticipated relocation of the hut to city property at the nearby FC Nature Preserve will happen by July.

Contractors still have to be solicited for relocation bids for the city council to consider; then the low bidder must be selected per state law.

Hiding place?

Emergency Fuel Spill Cleanup

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 17 May 2026 05:39:13 -0500

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Spill area.

CITY'S FLY CREEK DOCKS

The city council authorized a $27K contract for Hoffman Petroleum, Inc. of Mobile to clean-up a sandy area at the city docks where fuel spilled during recent dredging operations,

M & N of Alabama, Llc.was unable to complete the dredging project; their insurance will be billed for the clean-up cost.

Another company is now being sought to complete the dredging, per performance bond contract stipulations.

January 2026 dredging.

Election Campaign Blitz Ending This Week

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 May 2026 06:15:15 -0500

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Some ads from the FT mailbox.

Republican ballot.

Democratic ballot.

PRIMARIES TUESDAY MAY 19

The end is in sight for daily Republican primary election campaign ads stuffed in mailboxes -- not to mention others on television and social media; possibly the most costly campaign in history here.

A Fairhope Times reporter counted over 45 received at a residence on the east side of town so far.

Out of state Superpacs are responsible for most, with the American Conservative Fund PAC based in Virginia leading the way: various others are Defending American Jobs PAC, Defend America's Future, and Alabama Christian Conservatives.

LOCAL RACES TO WATCH

Some races of particular interest here may be Baldwin County Commission District 2, State Senate District 32, Baldwin County Sheriff, and Baldwin County Circuit Court Judge Place 7.

Incumbent District 32 Senator Chris Elliott is president of 'The Elliott Companies' of Spanish Fort but now lives in the Josephine community on the coast; he is being challenged by political newcomer Mike Vandenheuvel a car salesman from Foley. Elliott has been criticized here for supporting the state library services attempt to cut off some Fairhope library funding (for their book placement policy violations); lack of interest in local road capacity improvements like widening Hwy 181 and 104, and weak support for the county's school system have been common complaints too. Elliott's move away from the Eastern Shore is problematic for some here as well. On the other hand, Vandenhuevel's total lack of experience has been flagged as an issue.

Baldwin County Commission Place Two has two newcomers from Daphne contending: Angelo Fermo a retired law enforcement officer versus Kyle Henderson, an attorney. Preserving the future of the Baldwin County Public School system came up as an issue in this one, as well as the usual controlling growth and development and keeping up with infrastructure.

Sheriff's race has incumbent Anthony Lowery of Summerdale against challenger Matt McKenzie of Fairhope, the outgoing county commissioner. Former state trooper McKenzie cited ending an "ole boy" patronage system as his main reason for running. Lowery points to his long, successful history with the department.

Fairhope resident Kristi Hagood is taking on Jeremiah Giles for Baldwin Circuit Judge Place #7. Hagood is a current BC assistant district attorney; Giles is a practicing attorney in Summerdale and a former BC assistant district attorney too.

SCHOOL BOARD RACE IMPORTANT TOO

Fairhopers cannot vote in this one but the Place Five contest for BC School Board could have an impact here too, if the incumbent Jason Woerner loses to challenger Whitney Scapecchi the balance of power may shift to more conservative policies.

Fairhope's District 6 SB Representative Christenberry chose not to seek reelection; there will be no primary vote since there was only one new qualifier: Fred Hardman who was endorsed by Christenberry.

TURNOUT THE KEY?

Longtime local election observers and political pundits point to turnout as the key, especially with confusion generated by the race for U.S. Congress which may have to be redone later this year due to last-minute redistricting.

Turnout for primary election races here has historically always been low anyway.

Supper Club Almost Made Great Again

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 15 May 2026 14:28:12 -0500

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5961 Sweetwater Circle.

PRIVATE RESTAURANT REBUILT

Construction of the new private 'Supper Club ta Sweetwater Circle' is nearing completion and they are now hiring; their original building on Scenic Hwy 98 burned two years ago.

Cooper Restaurants, Inc. is the owner. They also own the Bluegill, Felix's Fish Camp, Blue Marlin, Ruth's Chris Steak House, and the new Ole Barnwell Cafe.

The 'Supper Club' is the only one not open to the general public.

Former location. 2024 photo.

Weeks Bay Prescribed Burn Today

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 14 May 2026 12:57:42 -0500

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Representative Fidler.

State House District 94's Representative Jennifer Fidler was on hand for a prescribed burn at the Weeks Bay Reserve today; she participated in a boat tour of the reserve's property earlier as well.

Fidler said she is a strong supporter of periodic burning to maintain the natural ecosystem.

Weeks Bay's Announcement: " ... The prescribed burn complies with a permit from the Alabama Forestry Commission and will be conducted under the direction of a Certified Prescribed Burn Manager. Every effort is being made to ensure safety and proper smoke management during this burn. Please note that while our area is under an Alabama Department of Environmental Management Summer Burn Restriction (commonly referred to as the ADEM Summer Burn Ban), these restrictions do not apply to permitted burns conducted for wildlife habitat improvement, understory control, and other silvicultural purposes. The use of prescribed fire enables the Alabama State Lands Division to better manage its land resources into the future. Prescribed fire is an effective way to reduce wildfire risk, reduce fuel loads, enhance wildlife habitat, and maintain a healthy forest ecosystem. This is especially important in the south Alabama coastal region due to vegetation type and a longer growing season. The planned burn is considered a "growing season" fire and is intended to mimic natural fires that were once much more common across the southeast. Historically, much of the landscape around Weeks Bay would have burned naturally about every three years because of lightning ignited fires. These frequent fires resulted in a lot of sunlight reaching the forest floor and supported an amazing diversity of native plant species, including carnivorous plants like the white-topped pitcher plant. Over the next few weeks be sure to visit the Reserve to witness the rapid regeneration of the forest following the fire."

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noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 13 May 2026 22:35:21 -0500

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City's Second 'Consumable Hemp' License Approved

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 13 May 2026 17:57:08 -0500

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9869 Hwy 104

'COTTAGE HILL PACKAGE BY THE BAY'

By a 4-1 vote the city council approved a request for a specialty retailer consumable hemp license for owner Ramp Enterprises, Inc. in the Planters Point Shopping Center on Hwy 104 at Hwy181 in east Fairhope.

Councilman Gammon voted no, as he did in a previous case, over his general opposition to hemp sales. here.

The state's ABC Board has final approval for these licenses.

Streetlights Installed: Flowerclock Roundabout Now Completed

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 12 May 2026 14:55:29 -0500

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Completed May 2026

2019 photo.

AN EASTERN SHORE MPO PROJECT

With the final installation of street lighting this week by subcontractor Bagby and Russell Inc., the Flowerclock/Veterans Drive roundabout is officially completed, about two months late due to light-component parts procurement delays, according to city engineers.

Construction began March 16, 2025 by low-bidder Asphalt Services; cost was $1.6 million split between federal, state, and city governments.

The new lights' modern design had to be per ALDOT's standards (compared to more ornamental ones just installed by the city on Veterans Drive on the north side), according to city electrical department supervisor Patterson.

(Two of the old globe-style street lights were retained to illuminate the flowerclock itself. )

MORE ROUNDABOUTS COMING?

Preliminary discussions have already begun about adding additional roundabouts, at the Twin Beech/Boothe-Bishop Road intersection and possibly Ingleside Dr./Fairhope Avenue too.

Modern design.

Street light controls.

New Eastside Coffee Shop Construction Starting

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 10 May 2026 14:43:30 -0500

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Site Plan.

PLANTERS POINTE SHOPPING CENTER

Site preparation work has begun for a new '7 Brew' drive-thru coffee shop on lot #5 of the Planters Pointe shopping Center on Hwy 181north of Hwy 104.

Brew Horizons Llc. is the owner.

Access will be via interior road only: Rockwell Blvd.

More Municipal Golf Course Greens Being Renovated

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 8 May 2026 20:26:33 -0500

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QUAIL CREEK COURSE

Renovation of greens on the back nine at the city’s Quail Creek Golf Course has begun: completion is expected by mid-August. (Greens on the front nine were done last year.)

Practice putting greens will also be renovated. Temporary greens will be installed during the project.

Sur-Line Turf Inc. of Northport, Alabama was the low bidder for the contract: $199K.

Notice To Golfers at Quail Creek Golf Course:

“Tif Eagle grass will be introduced to Quail Creek on the Practice Putting green and back Side Greens. The greens renovation project will begin Monday May 4th. Temporary greens will be in front of the existing greens. Large 8” inch cups will be installed, and a Local Rule of Automatic Two Putt will be used during this time.

We would anticipate the Back Side greens to re-open near the 3rd week of August, weather permitting.”

More 2026 Baldwin County Election Fundraising Records

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 8 May 2026 14:02:12 -0500

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May 19 primary election.

Sheriff candidates fundraising.

County Commission candidates fundraising.

FOR SHERIFF

Latest campaign fundraising data from the Secretary of State indicates incumbent sheriff Anthony Lowery ahead of challenger Matt Mckenzie.

Lowery raised $100K so-far in 2026 and McKenzie $30K according to the records.

FOR COUNTY COMMISSION

Commission candidate John Harris raised the most, $26K so far in 2026. B. J. Underwood spent the most, $32.5K.

Both incumbents James Ball and Underwood had $57K left at the end of the reporting period.

Go to the SOS's website for detailed individual weekly/monthly reports (click).

Election is May 19.

Traffic Signal Ok'd For Busy St. Michael High School Intersection

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 7 May 2026 14:43:43 -0500

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Hwy 104 at St. Michael Way.

HIGHWAY 104

The Baldwin County Commission gave the go-ahead for a traffic signal to be installed on Hwy 104 at St. Michael's Way in east Fairhope, approving a joint project agreement with the state's ALDOT.

Commissioner Underwood said the commission had been considering one for there for some time, but being a state road causes complications.

Lawrence Road on the south side is currently a dead-end but plans are to complete it through to CR 48 eventually, if funding can be found.

It is possible the signal may be expedited and installed later this year.

Updated: St. Michael School's statement:

FAIRHOPE, Ala. — St. Michael Catholic High School is expressing its sincere gratitude to the Baldwin County Commission and the Alabama Department of Transportation following the approval for the installation of a new traffic signal at the intersection of Highway 104 and St. Michael Way.

The signal, expected to be operational by fall 2026, represents a major investment in the safety of St. Michael students, families, faculty, staff, and the broader Baldwin County community.

“We are incredibly grateful to the Baldwin County Commission and the Alabama Department of Transportation for prioritizing the safety of our students and families,” said Dr. Andrea Williamson, Principal of St. Michael Catholic High School. “This traffic signal is a meaningful investment in our community and truly an answer to prayers. It will make a lasting difference for the students, families, and visitors who travel to our campus each day.”

Representing St. Michael at the Baldwin County Commission meeting was Michael Druhan, President of the St. Michael Advisory Council, who thanked Chairman Ball, Vice-Chairman Gruber, Commissioner McKenzie, and Commissioner Underwood for their leadership and responsiveness in addressing the growing safety needs surrounding the school campus.

St. Michael Catholic High School currently serves 348 students from across Baldwin County and continues to experience growth in both enrollment and campus development. In Fall 2024, the school opened its on-campus stadium and is actively engaged in a capital campaign to expand additional athletic facilities.

“The timing of this project—and having this traffic signal in place by the fall—cannot be overstated,” Druhan said. “As our campus continues to develop, this traffic signal is a vital piece of infrastructure that ensures the safety of our students, families, and visitors.”

Dr. Williamson added that the project will bring meaningful peace of mind to families across the St. Michael community.

“As a school community, we pray daily for the safety of our students,” Williamson said. “Because of the leadership and support shown by the Baldwin County Commission, parents can rest easier knowing their children will have a safer route to and from school.”

School leaders emphasized that the new signal will not only benefit St. Michael families, but also improve traffic flow and safety for the surrounding community and the thousands of visitors who attend events on campus each year.

St. Michael Catholic High School extends its heartfelt thanks to all those involved in making this important safety improvement a reality.

Big Fundraising Lead For Incumbent State Senate Candidate

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 6 May 2026 17:25:57 -0500

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District 32 election.

Latest campaign finance report.

SOUTHWEST BALDWIN COUNTY AREA

The latest-available campaign finance reports show District 32 incumbent Chris Elliott of Josephine with a big campaign cash advantage over challenger Mike Vandenheuel of Foley.

As of the May 4th report, Elliott had received $419K -- compared to only $17K by Vandenheuel.

Elliot has spent $497K campaigning so far -- to Vandenhuel's $22K (some addition non-contributed money included).

LAST WEEK'S CONTRIBUTIONS

Elliot received an additional $51K the week before and Vandenheuel received nothing, according to the electronically-filed data available from the Secretary of State's website (click).

Largest recent donations for Elliot were from the NEWPAC and ALFORPAC: $10K each.

REPUBLICAN PRIMARY MAY 19

The primary election is May 19th. Since no Democrats qualified, the winner will be automatically appointed after the November general election.

Elliot week ending 5/4/26

Vanderhauvel week ending 5/4/26

Fairhope Gasoline Prices Rise To Over $4/Gallon

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 6 May 2026 13:37:25 -0500

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Hwy 181

IRAN CONFLICT TO BLAME

For the first time since March of 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine, gasoline prices in Fairhope topped $4 per gallon in places, although some less than that could still be found early this morning.

A continuing conflict between the United States and its ally Israel with Iran is being blamed for disrupting oil supplies worldwide.

Highest-ever prices were later in 2022, about $4.80 according to Gasbuddy online records.

Prices over 10 years.

Thirteen Streets To Be Paved This Year

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 5 May 2026 18:32:21 -0500

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Johnson Ave. alley.

Grand Avenue.

ANNUAL PAVING PROJECT

Area contractors are now being asked to submit bids for streets to be paved later this year; the lowest bidder will be awarded the contract by the city council.

Streets are graded according to condition by pubic works department to determine priority. (Others may be added as needed.)

Streets to be paved:

A. Gaston Ave – From S. Section St. to S. Bayview Ave. – 2,511 L.F.
B. Ann St – From S. Section St. to Boone Ln. – 475 L.F.
C. Bon Secour – From Gayfer Ave to Grand Ave – Approx. 415 L.F.
D. Grand Ave – From N. Section St. to E.O.M. (East) – 1,670 L.F.
E. Blue Island St. – From Fairhope Ave. to Gayfer Ave. – 2,855 L.F.
F. Fig Ave. – From S. Mobile St. to Southern Run – 3,804 L.F.
G. Volanta Ave. – From S. Section St. to E.O.M. (West) – 1,517 L.F.
H. Liberty St – Fig Ave. to Cliff Dr. – Approx. 3,800 L.F.
I. Quail Creek Dr Striping – Quail Cir. to Lakeridge Dr – Approx. 1,828 L.F.
J. Honours Ln – Clubhouse Dr. to Clubhouse Dr. – Approx. 1,522 L.F.
K. Johnson Ave Alley – Johnson Ave to S. Bancroft Alley – Approx. 187 L.F.
L. Pensacola Ave – Grand Ave. to N. Section St. – Approx. 872 L.F.
M. Perdido Ave – N. Section St. to Pensacola Ave – Approx. 215 L.F.

Studies Clear Way For Airport Industrial Park Expansion

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 3 May 2026 16:50:48 -0500

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NO SIGNIFICANT ISSUES FOUND

Studies of west-side Airport Authority property required to qualify for a $3 million federal grant to be used to install necessary infrastructure there (roads, utilities) found no significant issues.

Environmental and cultural (historical) factors were studied by 'Volkert Engineering' and 'All Phases Archaeology', who were hired by the city last year.

Only two small insignificant wetland areas were found as well as minor evidence of farming from the 1900s; no evidence of Native American activity was found, but several area tribes were consulted.

CITY TO DEVELOP INDUSTRIAL PARK

Current plans are to have the Airport Authority give the property to the city — so that it may be developed for non-aircraft related industrial activity using the grant.

This should also help defray the Airport Authority’s longstanding debt to the city, that originated with the city’s original purchase of property for the airport in 2006, about $8.4 million.

Term As Municipal League President Ends For Mayor Sullivan

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 3 May 2026 14:08:06 -0500

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Sullivan at left.

ANNUAL MONTGOMERY CONVENTION

Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan's one year term as Alabama League of Municipalities president ended Friday during the organization's annual convention in Montgomery; she had been its Vice President the year before.

During an interview with Todd Stacy's 'Capital Journal' APT news show, Sullivan called her term "great" especially the "relationships" with other officials she built during the year.

Sullivan: "Representing Fairhope and the League is not something I take lightly ... really enjoyed it ... interacting with other officials ... will remember it forever."

Mayor Rusty Jessup of Riverside was elected as the organization's next president.

(Mayor James Nix also severed a term as president -- in the early 1980s.)

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The ALM is overseen by a president, vice president, and executive director and is governed by a Board of Directors composed of the president, vice president, all active past presidents still in office as voting ex officio members, and five to seven members from each of the state's congressional districts. Additionally, six standing committees develop and implement ALM policies and procedures: State and Federal Legislation; Administration and Intergovernmental Relations; Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources; Community and Economic Development; Transportation, Public Safety and Communication; and Human Development. First published in 1937 as the monthly Alabama Municipal News, the Alabama Municipal Journal is the League's official magazine. It is produced quarterly in digital and print formats."

Hurricane 'Safe Room' Authorized By Council

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 3 May 2026 09:05:34 -0500

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Pecan Avenue site.

Building design.

FOR FIRST RESPONDERS

Low-bidder Roy Lewis Construction was awarded a $1.9 million contract by the city council to construct a first responders' safe room -- to be built at the city's Pecan Avenue warehouse facility using a FEMA hazard mitigation grant: the city's share will be 10%.

The 4072 square foot building will withstand winds of up to 200 mph.

Construction could take up to a a year.