Anniston City Council Work Session | 08/18/26

The Anniston City Council held a work session on August 18, 2026, during which they discussed several procurement and policy-related matters. Key procurement-related topics included the delineation of federal funds for infrastructure improvements and demolition projects, highlighting challenges in fund allocation between these categories. The council also planned to amend the agenda to add two board appointments to the MDA board and to consider a temporary moratorium on permitting and development of data centers within the city. This moratorium aims to allow time for comprehensive zoning and regulatory standards to be developed, addressing concerns about infrastructure demands and community impacts from rapid data center growth. Additionally, the council discussed potential policy changes regarding board member service limits to improve recruitment and quorum issues, though no immediate votes were taken on these policies. The moratorium and board appointments were slated for consent agenda approval in the upcoming meeting.