Mobile City Pre-Council Meeting, May 12, 2026

The City of Mobile, Alabama held a pre-council meeting on May 12, 2026, where several procurement and contract matters were discussed. Key topics included the authorization of a $11 million contract with Harwell and Company for the 2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) resurfacing projects, which are funded primarily through individual district CIP allocations. The council also reviewed various purchase orders and contracts, including a $24,620.57 order for Figures Park entrance improvements, a $33,900.60 purchase of aluminum light poles from Greybar Electric, and a $139,309.38 contract with Sunbelt Fire for a breathing air trailer and related equipment. Additionally, contracts for storm drainage maintenance, videography services for the National Maritime Museum, and professional design services for fire station upgrades were authorized. The council discussed the vacation fee of nearly $37,000 for a property adjacent to 6401 Overlook Road, ultimately deciding against waiving the fee to maintain consistency with city policy. An update on the arena project confirmed it remains on budget and on schedule for a January opening, with plans to implement night shifts to recover lost time due to weather delays. Several resolutions and ordinances related to capital projects, vendor agreements, and public improvements were introduced or held over for further consideration.