City of Fairhope City Council Work Session May 11, 2026

The City of Fairhope City Council held a work session on May 11, 2026, focusing on various community and infrastructure topics. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of contract extensions for disaster debris removal and monitoring services with Crowder Gulf and Tetratech, respectively, to ensure readiness for hurricane season. The council also reviewed capital improvement projects such as the $5.5 million Phase 2 cast iron water line replacement completed on time and under budget, with Phase 3 engineering approved and construction funding planned for FY27. Additional budgeted projects discussed included the rehabilitation of Well Number Four, relocation of a water line on County Road 28 due to county drainage work, and engineering for drainage improvements on Cedar and North Engles streets. The council considered a TAP grant application for pedestrian safety improvements at a key intersection, with a project cap of $1 million. Vendor and contract updates included a business name change for the city's asphalt and concrete contractor to American Asphalt and a new fleet tracking system contract with Verizon offering cost savings and enhanced capabilities. Policy discussions addressed zoning amendments, including planned unit development (PUD) regulations, impervious surface limits, mixed-use building requirements, and parking management strategies to support downtown development. No formal votes were recorded in the transcript, but consensus was sought on zoning amendment directions and contract extensions. Overall, the meeting emphasized ongoing infrastructure maintenance, grant pursuit, and zoning policy refinement to support city growth and community needs.