Gadsden City Council meeting 2026-06-02

The City of Gadsden held a city council meeting on June 2, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved the minutes from the previous meeting and ratified payments of accounts. A significant agenda item was the adoption of the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan, allocating $919,424 in federal HUD funds toward public services, loan repayment, street improvements, and fire station renovations. The council also discussed a rezoning ordinance for a property on Forest Avenue to allow commercial use, reflecting ongoing efforts to update the city's zoning plan. Additionally, the mayor announced the receipt of a $690,000 Innovate Alabama grant to plan a pedestrian bridge project, which will enhance connectivity and support local development. Other highlights included recognition of the Horton Bay Water Authority for winning a state water tasting contest and various community events and initiatives. No new contracts or vendor selections were explicitly mentioned, but the meeting reflected active management of federal grants and capital improvement projects.