Ward 1 Town Hall | 03/26/26

The City of Anniston, Alabama held a Ward 1 Town Hall meeting on March 26, 2026, featuring city officials including the interim city manager, police chief, public works director, and council members. A significant portion of the discussion focused on the city's road repaving program, which is based on a 2020 assessment and involves a planned five to seven-year paving strategy funded by a potential bond issuance between $10 million and $12.5 million. The city is working with engineering consultant GMC to prioritize roads for repaving based on usage and residential density, with plans to present detailed assessments and funding allocations in upcoming council meetings. Additionally, the city emphasized ongoing maintenance funding beyond the initial paving projects. Other procurement-related topics included discussions about property development, potential residential and commercial projects, and the city's acquisition of public properties. The meeting also addressed public concerns about animal control, trash collection services contracted to 121 Disposal, and public safety issues. While no specific contract awards or vendor selections were announced, the meeting highlighted strategic planning efforts and budget considerations related to infrastructure improvements and community services.