Cullman City Council Working Session | August 10, 2026

The City of Cullman, Alabama City Council held a working session on August 10, 2026, covering a range of procurement and budget-related topics. Key procurement discussions included the planned surplus and sale of city vehicles via GovDeals, contracting with ESRI for GIS mapping software related to water and sewer services, and the purchase of a new copier for city administration. The council also reviewed an economic development incentive agreement with API Coleman for a retail shopping center and discussed an amendment to a memorandum of understanding with DDB Capital concerning green space in a housing development. A significant tax abatement was proposed for Project Research, involving a $10.9 million capital investment and the creation of approximately 180 to 250 new full-time jobs. Additionally, the council considered a resolution to authorize a grant agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation and ALDOT for the replacement of the Saint Bernard Bridge and related infrastructure improvements. The council also introduced proposed ordinances to establish grant submittal and procurement policies, emphasizing the need for careful review to align with competitive bid laws and budget considerations. Lastly, bids for strategic planning services for the city's master plan were received, with plans to evaluate and possibly negotiate with vendors before making a selection.