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MUNICIPAL BUILDING, MOBILE, ALABAMA, APRIL 7, 2026 The Council of the City of Mobile, Alabama, met in the City Council’s Conference Room on the ninth floor of the Mobile Government Plaza on Tuesday April 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Councilmembers: Present: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Absent: None The meeting was called to order. The Council reviewed and discussed the agenda for their meeting to be held today at 10:30 a.m. Approved: April 21, 2026 COUNCIL PRESIDENT CITY CLERK MUNICIPAL BUILDING, MOBILE, ALABAMA, APRIL 7, 2026 The City Council of the City of Mobile, Alabama, met in the Auditorium of the Government Plaza on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., for the regular meeting. The meeting was called to order by the City Clerk. Pastor Tony Leager, Public Safety Chaplain, offered the invocation. The Presiding Officer led the Pledge of Allegiance. Present on Roll Call: Chairman: Gregory Vice-Chairman: Small Councilmembers: Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, and Woods Absent: None STATEMENT OF RULES BY PRESIDING OFFICER The Presiding Officer provided an overview of the City Council’s Rules of Procedure. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes from the meetings of March 24, & March 31, 2026 were approved as submitted. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR Mayor Cheriogotis announced that applications for the Critical Repair Grant Program are now open. Mayor Cheriogotis said that the Workforce Housing Tax Credit, adopted in 2024, will first be used to build Anchor Place, a mixed income apartment community. The following employees were presented as Employee of the Month: Officer Joshua Besson: February 2026 Firefighter June Long: February 2026 Mayor Cheriogotis presented the following proclamations: 1. Declaring April 2026 as “Autism Awareness Month” in Mobile.  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 2. Declaring April 11-17 as “Week of The Young Child” in Mobile. 3. Declaring April 6-12 as “National Public Health Week” in Mobile. Marcus Fluker, Athletic Program Supervisor at Mobile Parks and Recreation Dept., presented the 2025/2026 youth basketball season City and State championship teams. NOTE: Councilmember Small presented a proclamation to Lifeline Counseling Services declaring April 2026 as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month” in Mobile. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA Councilmember Penn moved to adopt the agenda, which was seconded by Councilmember Woods and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the agenda adopted. APPEALS Request of Diane Roberts for a waiver of the Noise Ordinance at 1906 Springhill Avenue on May 2, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (District 1). Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the waiver, which was seconded by Councilmember Ingram and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the waiver adopted. Request of Sharon Barker for a waiver of the Noise Ordinance at 1215 Elmira Street on April 25, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (District 2). Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the waiver, which was seconded by Councilmember Ingram and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the waiver adopted. Request of Virginia Bridges for a waiver of the Noise Ordinance at 2411 Venetia Road on October 24, 2026, from 5:00 [.m. – 10:30 p.m. (District 3). Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the waiver, which was seconded by Councilmember Ingram and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the waiver adopted. PUBLIC HEARINGS PUBLIC HEARING TO DECLARE THE STRUCTURE AT 1902 CLINTON AVENUE A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDER IT DEMOLISHED (DISTRICT 1). 2  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 The Presiding Officer announced that today was the day for the public hearing to declare the structure at 1902 Clinton Avenue and order it demolished and asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against this matter. No one appeared. The Presiding Officer declared the hearing concluded and that the necessary resolution authorizing the proper action would be introduced later in the meeting. PUBLIC HEARING TO DECLARE THE STRUCTURE AT 2754 HAAS AVENUE A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDER IT DEMOLISHED (DISTRICT 1). The Presiding Officer announced that today was the day for the public hearing to declare the structure at 2754 Haas Avenue and order it demolished and asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against this matter. No one appeared. The Presiding Officer declared the hearing concluded and that the necessary resolution authorizing the proper action would be introduced later in the meeting. PUBLIC HEARING TO DECLARE THE STRUCTURE AT 311 CALHOUN STREET A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDER IT DEMOLISHED (DISTRICT 2). The Presiding Officer announced that today was the day for the public hearing to declare the structure at 311 Calhoun Street and order it demolished and asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against this matter. No one appeared. The Presiding Officer declared the hearing concluded and that the necessary resolution authorizing the proper action would be introduced later in the meeting. PUBLIC HEARING TO DECLARE THE STRUCTURE AT 1423 CEDAR PARK DRIVE A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDER IT DEMOLISHED (DISTRICT 3). The Presiding Officer announced that today was the day for the public hearing to declare the structure at 1423 Cedar Park Drive and order it demolished and asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against this matter. No one appeared. The Presiding Officer declared the hearing concluded and that the necessary resolution authorizing the proper action would be introduced later in the meeting. PRESENTATION OF PETITIONS AND OTHER COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COUNCIL NON-AGENDA ITEMS: Sabrina Mass, 1050 Belvedere Circle W, provided information about the Alabama Stings, women’s football team. Khalilaa McDuffie, 5700 Grelot Road, asked the Council to financially support the Alabama Stings. Reggie Hill, Mobile, Al, offered comments regarding rules, economic development, and public safety. RESOLUTIONS HELD OVER AUTHORIZE COOPERATIVE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT OF PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY WITH ALDOT FOR ROUTE NUMBER US-98 MILE POST 18.82. The following 3  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 01-329-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis and Councilmember Gregory BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Mayor and the City Clerk be, and they hereby are, authorized and directed to execute and attest, respectively, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, the Agreement for Cooperative Maintenance of Public Right of Way and between the City of Mobile and the Alabama Department of Transportation. A copy of said Agreement is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Name of Company: Alabama Department of Transportation Project Name: Alabama Department of Transportation Agreement for The Cooperative Maintenance of Public Right of Way (Route Number US-98 Mile Pose 18.82) The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. AUTHORIZE COOPERATIVE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT OF PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY WITH ALDOT FOR ROUTE NUMBER W. I-65 SERVICE ROAD N. MILE POST 4.58. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 01-330-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis and Councilmember Fleming BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Mayor and the City Clerk be, and they hereby are, authorized and directed to execute and attest, respectively, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, the Agreement for Cooperative Maintenance of Public Right of Way and between the City of Mobile and the Alabama Department of Transportation. A copy of said Agreement is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Name of Company: Alabama Department of Transportation Project Name: Alabama Department of Transportation Agreement for The Cooperative Maintenance of Public Right of Way (Route Number W. I-65 Service Rd. N. Mile Post 4.58) The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None 4  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO CONVERGINT TECHNOLOGIES FOR SECURITY CAMERAS FOR MOBILE MUSEUM OF ART; $61,360.47. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 08-331-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, a purchase order to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisition as indicated below and attached herein: The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO DONOHOO CHEVROLET LLC, FOR CHEVROLET TAHOE SUVS FOR MPD; $1,283,337.50. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 08-340-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, a purchase order to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisition as indicated below and attached herein: 5  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO DANA SAFETY SUPPLY INC. FOR PATROL UNIT UPFITTING OF CHEVROLET TAHOES SUVS FOR MPD; $374,108.66. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 08-341-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, a purchase order to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisition as indicated below and attached herein: The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO TRUCK EQUIPEMENT SALES, INC. FOR FORD CREW CAB TRUCK WITH KNAPHEIDE BODY FOR PUBLIC SERVICES; $80,372.00. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 08-343-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, a purchase order to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisition as indicated below and attached herein: 6  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO ROBBINS SPORTS SURFACES LLC, FOR BASKETBALL FLOOR, STORAGE CARTS, AND TRANSITION RAMPS FOR MOBILE ARENA; $238,495.00. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 08-345-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, a purchase order to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisition as indicated below and attached herein: The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE ITEM-BASED BID FOR POLICE VEHICLE GRAPHICS, PRODUCTION, INSTALLATION, AND REMOVAL SERVICES. The following resolution which was 7  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 08-346-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to accept and approve, and issue Purchase Orders against, the below proposed Bid Awards, to the designated vendors for the specified items at the unit prices indicated, for the time periods and renewal options as indicated below and attached herein, and, further, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to issue said orders without further approval or other action by the City Council. All Bid Awards may be extended at the discretion of the Purchasing Agent for a total award period not to exceed three years. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. TRANSFER FUNDS FROM GENERAL FUND, TRANSIT REVENUE, TO CAPITAL PROJECT FUND – TRANSIT FLEET AND EQUIPMENT FOR PURCHASE OF FLEET VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT FOR THE MOBILE TRANSITY SYSTEM; $500,000.00. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 09-347-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the sum of $500,000.00 be transferred from the General Fund, Transit System, from ORG. 10049999 OBJ# 94020 to the Capital Project Fund F719-001 -TRANSIT FLEET AND EQUIPMENT, for the purchase of fleet, vehicles, and equipment related to and for use as a part of the Mobile Transit System. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. 8  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 TRANSFER FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND, TRANSIT REVENUE, TO CAPITAL PROJECT FUND – TRANSIT FLEET AND EQUIPMENT, FOR PURCHASE OF FLEET, VEHICLES, AND EQUIPMENT FOR THE MOBILE TRANSIT SYSTEM; $258,711.00. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 09-348-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the sum of $258,711.00 be transferred from the General Fund, Transit Revenue, from ORG. 60600001 OBJ# 38700 to the Capital Project Fund F719-001 -TRANSIT FLEET AND EQUIPMENT, for the purchase of fleet, vehicles, and equipment related to and for use as a part of the Mobile Transit System. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. TRANSFER FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND, TRANSIT REVENUE, TO CAPITAL PROJECT FUND – TRANSIT RESTROOM AND PLUMBING, FOR REPAIRS AND RENOVATIONS TO THE RESTROOMS AND PLUMBING AT THE MOBILE METRO TRANSIT FACILITY; $140,000.00. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 09-349-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the sum of $140,000.00 be transferred from the General Fund, Transit Revenue, from ORG. 60600001 OBJ# 34250 to the Capital Project Fund F719-002 - TRANSIT RESTROOM AND PLUMBING, for repairs and renovations to the restrooms and plumbing at the Mobile Metro Transit Facility, located at 1224 West Interstate 65 Service Rd S, Mobile, AL 36609. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH SAIN ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT TRANSITION PLAN UPDATE; $150,000.00. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 21-350-2026 9  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Mayor and City Clerk be, and they hereby are, authorized and directed to execute and attest, respectively, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, a contract, by and between the City of Mobile and Sain Associates, Inc., in an amount of $150,000.00, for Americans With Disabilities Act Transition Plan Update professional services, as outlined in the contract attached hereto and made a part hereof as though set forth in full. A copy of said contract is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. AUTHORIZE CONTRACT AMENDMENT #3 WITH GOODWYN MILLS & CAWOOD INC. FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE MASTER PLAN FOR THE MOBILE CIVIC CENTER ARENA; $100,122.50 (INCREASE). The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 21-351-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE, ALABAMA that the Mayor and the City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute and attest, respectively, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, Amendment Number 03 to Contract 4469, by and between the City of Mobile, and the company listed below, for work as outlined in the contract attached hereto and made a part hereof as though set forth in full. Whereby, the sum of $100,122.50 shall be added to the original contract amount of $19,722.163.00, with the new agreement sum to be $19,822,285.50. A copy of said contract is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Name of Company: Goodwyn Mills & Cawood, Inc. Project Name: Mobile Civic Center – Improvements Master Plan Project Number: CC-034D-22 Amount: $100,122.50 (additional amount) The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH BIENVILLE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC, FOR GANGWAY REPAIRS AT THE MOBILE CRUISE TERMINAL; $234,255.00. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. 10  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 RESOLUTION: 21-352-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Mayor and the City Clerk be, and they hereby are, authorized and directed to execute and attest, respectively, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, a Contract, by and between the City of Mobile, and the company listed below, for work as outlined in the contract attached hereto and made a part hereof as though set forth in full. A copy of said contract is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Name of Company: Bienville Construction Services, LLC Project Name: Mobile Cruise Terminal Fixed Gangway Repairs Project Number: CT-060-23 Amount: $234,255.00 The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION 50-111, WHICH AUTHORIZED THE MUNICIPAL SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE FOR THE MOBILE RIVER BRIDGE & BAYWAY PROJECT. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 50-353-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis A RESOLUTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION 50-1111 WHICH AUTHORIZED THE ISSUANCE OF A MUNICIPAL SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE FOR THE MOBILE RIVER BRIDGE & BAYWAY PROJECT (Ala. Code § 23-2-153(e)) WHEREAS, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) intends to design, construct, and maintain a new I-10 Mobile River Bridge and replacement Bayway, together with related interchange improvements (the “Project”); WHEREAS, the Project has been designated by ALDOT as a qualified toll project under Alabama law, thereby making it eligible for local sales and use tax exemptions provided in Alabama Code § 23-2-153(e); WHEREAS, § 23-2-153(e) authorizes exemption from local sales and use taxes on incorporated materials for qualified toll projects when approved by resolution, and § 23-2- 153(h)(1) makes such use subject to the reporting and penalty provisions of § 40-9-14.1; WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that advance authorization of a municipal exemption certificate will facilitate timely mobilization of contractors and suppliers once a design-build contract is awarded; WHEREAS, it is the intent of the City to limit such exemption strictly to tangible personal property that becomes a permanent part of the Project, while ensuring full compliance with all applicable reporting, record-keeping, and audit requirements; 11  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 WHEREAS, the City Council previously enacted Resolution 50-1111 to provide for the exemption of local sales and use taxes on materials incorporated into the Project; WHEREAS, it has been determined that the effective date in Resolution 50-1111 needs to be changed and a duration period for the exemption needs to be included as mandated by § 40-23-4.01(a); WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Mobile, Alabama, now seeks to amend and fully restate Resolution 50-1111 to ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including § 40-23-4.01(a), and to further clarify the terms of the sales and use tax exemption for the Project, as follows: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the CITY COUNCIL of the CITY OF MOBILE that Resolution 50-1111 shall be amended and restated in its entirety to read as follows: 1. Approval. The Alabama Department of Revenue (ALDOR) is authorized to issue a municipal sales and use tax exemption certificate for the Project pursuant to § 23-2-153(e). 2. Use & Conditions. The certificate may be used only for the purchase of tangible personal property that becomes a permanent part of the Project, by the design- builder/concessionaire and contractors or subcontractors designated by the Revenue Director. Issuance and use are conditioned upon: a. an ALDOR project exemption certificate being on file; b. full compliance with § 40-9-14.1 reporting and record-keeping requirements; and c. vendor invoices referencing both the municipal certificate number and jobsite. The Revenue Director may update the authorized users and may suspend or revoke the certificate for misuse or noncompliance. 3. Limits & Term. This does not exempt any taxes or fees excluded by law, including those listed in § 23-2-153(b), nor shall it exempt business license, permit, or inspection fees, or state income taxes. The exemption applies only to City of Mobile sales and use taxes within the City’s taxing jurisdiction. 4. Compliance with § 40-23-4.01(a)(2). In accordance with § 40-23-4.01(a)(2): a. The effective date of the exemption contemplated in this Resolution shall be September 1, 2026. b. The duration of the exemption will be ten (10) fiscal years. 5. Notice to Alabama Department of Revenue. The City Clerk shall provide notice of this Resolution to the Alabama Department of Revenue no later than July 1, 2026, as required by § 40-23-4.01(a)(3). The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. AUTHORIZE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH FRIENDS OF MUNICIPAL PARK; $250,000.00. The following resolution which was introduced and read at the regular meeting of March 31, 2026 and was held over until the regular meeting of April 7, 2026, was called up by the Presiding Officer. RESOLUTION: 01-354-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis and Councilmember Gregory 12  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Mobile wishes to appropriate the already budgeted amount of $250,000 to Friends of Municipal Park from District 7 allocated CIP funds; and WHEREAS, Friends of Municipal Park is an Alabama non-profit corporation which provides a service to the community; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council determines that this appropriation to Friends of Municipal Park will be used to enhance Langan (Municipal) Park in accordance with the attached Agreement between the parties for the same, which will serve a public purpose benefiting the City of Mobile and its citizens. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mobile City Council hereby finds and determines that an appropriation of $250,000.00 to Friends of Municipal Park for the purposes described hereinabove serves a public purpose and the Council further approves and directs the payment of the same, and further authorizes the execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Clerk of the attached Agreement with said Friends of Municipal Park for the amount and to perform the work as set forth therein; and the City Council further authorizes the Mayor or his designee to take all such other actions as are necessary to effectuate such Agreement. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Reynolds moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and following comments from Councilmember Gregory the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. SUSPENSION OF RULES FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT RESOLUTIONS BEING INTRODUCED FOR THE FIRST TIME. Councilmember Gregory moved for the suspension of the rules to consider consent resolutions 37-360 through 60-375 being introduced for the first time. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Woods and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The Presiding Officer declared unanimous consent granted for the items. CONSENT RESOLUTIONS BEING INTRODUCED RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO THE ABC BOARD FOR ISSUANCE OF A RESTAURANT RETAIL LIQUOR LICENSE TO KOMO YAKI; 3201 AIRPORT BOULEVARD. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 37-360-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Penn BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the following application to the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of the State of Alabama, is hereby recommended for grant of such license by said Board. Type of application: Restaurant Retail Liquor License Submitted by: Aureflow Capital, LLC Location: Komo Yaki 3201 Airport Boulevard, Suite B3 13  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 Mobile, Al 36606 The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO THE ABC BOARD FOR ISSUANCE OF A RESTAURANT RETAIL LIQUOR LICENSE TO FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT #1223; 725 SCHILLINGER ROAD, S. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 37-361-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Gregory BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the following application to the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of the State of Alabama, is hereby recommended for grant of such license by said Board. Type of application: Restaurant Retail Liquor License Submitted by: First Watch Restaurants, Inc. Location: First Watch Restaurant #1223 725 Schillinger Road S. Mobile, Al 36695 The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DECLARE THE STRUCTURE AT 1902 CLINTON AVENUE A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDER IT DEMOLISHED. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 40-362-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Penn WHEREAS, under the provisions of Chapter 52, Article II of the Mobile City Code, “Abatement of Unsafe Buildings and Structural Nuisances" adopted December 5, 2017, the accessory structure at 1902 CLINTON AVE has been found by the Code Official of the City of Mobile to be dangerous and unsafe to the extent that ii is a public nuisance; WHEREAS, the Code Official has identified the following factors, in accordance with Section 4, Subsection 5 of Article II of Chapter 52, in support of the determination that the structure is dangerous and unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance: Nuisance Abatement Inspection Checklist/Exhibit A - No. 4, 5, 7, 8, 14 and 15; and 14  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council has held a public hearing to determine whether said structure constitutes a public nuisance; NOW, THEREFORE, BASED UPON THE EVIDENCE PRESENTED, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE that the structure at 1902 CLINTON AVE described as: COMG NW COR CLINTON ST & CARLETON AVE THEN W-LY ALG N/L CLINTON ST 65.8 FT TO POB CONT WLY ALG N/L 50 FT TH NLY 152.5 FT TH ELY 48 FT TH SLY 152.5 FT TO POB #SEC 44 T4S R1W #MP2902440 023 Parcel Number: 29 02 44 O 023 277 Last Assessed to: MCCANTS CHARLIE, CLARENCE YORK JR, JENNIE LETT, C/O MCCANTS CHARLIE, CLARENCE YORK JR, JENNIE LETT, DOLLIE DAVIS & LEOLA W is found and determined by the Mobile City Council to be dangerous and. unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance and a blighted property, and it is hereby ordered that said structure be demolish in accordance with the terms of said Chapter 52, Article II of the Mobile City Code, "Abatement of Unsafe Buildings and Structural Nuisances." BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the City Clerk of the City shall mail a certified copy of this resolution by registered or certified mail to the interested persons listed above, and a certified copy of this resolution shall be published in the manner and as prescribed for the publication of municipal ordinances, and a certified copy of this resolution shall also be filed in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Mobile County, Alabama. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DECLARE THE STRUCTURE AT 2754 HAAS AVENUE A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDER IT DEMOLISHED. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 40-363-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Penn WHEREAS, under the provisions of Chapter 52, Article II of the Mobile City Code, “Abatement of Unsafe Buildings and Structural Nuisances" adopted December 5, 2017, the accessory structure at 2754 HAAS AVENUE has been found by the Code Official of the City of Mobile to be dangerous and unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance; WHEREAS, the Code Official has identified the following factors, in accordance with Section 4, Subsection 5 of Article II of Chapter 52, in support of the determination that the structure is dangerous and unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance: Nuisance Abatement Inspection Checklist/Exhibit A - No. 4, 5, 7, 8, 14 and 15; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council has held a public hearing to determine whether said structure constitutes a public nuisance; NOW, THEREFORE, BASED UPON THE EVIDENCE PRESENTED, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE that the structure at 2754 HAAS AVENUE 15  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 LOTS 47 & 48 HAAS PL DBK 153 P 266 #SEC 18 T4S R1W #MP29 0818 4 001 Parcel Number: 29 08 18 4 001 004 Last Assessed to: GREATER NEW TESTAMENT MISSIONARY BAPTIST ` CHURCH INC is found and determined by the Mobile City Council to be dangerous and. unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance and a blighted property, and it is hereby ordered that said structure be demolish in accordance with the terms of said Chapter 52, Article II of the Mobile City Code, "Abatement of Unsafe Buildings and Structural Nuisances." BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the City Clerk of the City shall mail a certified copy of this resolution by registered or certified mail to the interested persons listed above, and a certified copy of this resolution shall be published in the manner and as prescribed for the publication of municipal ordinances, and a certified copy of this resolution shall also be filed in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Mobile County, Alabama. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DECLARE THE STRUCTURE AT 311 CALHOUN STREET A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDER IT DEMOLISHED. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 40-364-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Ingram WHEREAS, under the provisions of Chapter 52, Article II of the Mobile City Code, “Abatement of Unsafe Buildings and Structural Nuisances "adopted December 5, 2017, the accessory structure at 311 CALHOUN STREET has been found by the Code Official of the City of Mobile to be dangerous and unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance; WHEREAS, the Code Official has identified the following factors, in accordance with Section 4, Subsection 5 of Article II of Chapter 52, in support of the. determination that the structure is dangerous and unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance: Nuisance Abatement Inspection Checklist/Exhibit A -No. 4, 5, 7, 8, 14 and 15; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council has held a public hearing to determine whether said structure constitutes a public nuisance; NOW, THEREFORE, BASED UPON THE EVIDENCE PRESEN.TED, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE that the structure at 311 CALHOUN STREET described as: BEG AT A PT ON W/S OF CALHOUN ST 26 FT S OF SW COR OF CALHOUN & BASIL ST RUN TH SLY ON W/S OF CALHOUN ST 38 FT RUN TH WLY & PAR WITH BASIL ST 81 FT RUN TH NLY & PAR WITH CALHOUN ST 38 FT RUN TH ELY 81 FT TO PL OF BEG ACC TO SURVEY BY HENRY S NORDEN OTO 07/13/46 A COPY IS ATTACHED TO DEED FROM MARTIN A NORDEN TO AVRIL N VAUGHAN OTO 10/4/46 DBK 413 NS P 574 #SEC 40 T4S R1W #MP29 06 40 0004 Parcel Number: 29 06 40 0 004 405 16  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 Last Assessed to: ANKOM JASON C/0 ANKOM JASON is found and determined by the Mobile City Council to be dangerous and unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance and a blighted property, and it is hereby ordered that said structure be demolish in accordance with the terms of said Chapter 52, Article II of the Mobile City Code, "Abatement of Unsafe Buildings and Structural Nuisances.” BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the City Clerk of the City shall mail a certified copy of this resolution by registered or certified mail to the interested persons listed above, and a certified copy of this resolution shall be published in the manner and as prescribed for the publication of municipal ordinances, and a certified copy of this resolution shall also be filed in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Mobile County, Alabama. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DECLARE THE STRUCTURE AT 1423 CEDAR PARK DRIVE A PUBLIC NUSIANCE AND ORDER IT DEMOLISHED. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 40-365-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Small WHEREAS, under the provisions of Chapter 52, Article II of the Mobile City Code, “Abatement of Unsafe Buildings and Structural Nuisances "adopted December 5, 2017, the accessory structure at 1423 CEDAR PARK DRIVE has been found by the Code Official of the City of Mobile to be dangerous and unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance; WHEREAS, the Code Official has identified the following factors, in accordance with Section 4, Subsection 5 of Article II of Chapter 52, in support of the determination that the structure is dangerous and unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance: Nuisance Abatement Inspection Checklist/Exhibit A - No. 4, 5, 7, 8, 14 and 15; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council has held a public hearing to determine whether said structure constitutes a public nuisance; NOW, THEREFORE, BASED UPON THE EVIDENCE PRESENTED, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE that the structure at 1423 CEDAR PARK DRIVE described as: LOTS 18 CEDAR PARK SUB MBK S P 561 #SEC 40 TSS R1W #MP32 08 40 0 001 Parcel Number: 32 08 40 O 001 042 Last Assessed to: WINSTON PATRICIA is found and determined by the Mobile City Council to be dangerous and unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance and a blighted property, and it is hereby ordered that said structure be demolish in accordance with the terms of said Chapter 52, Article II of the Mobile City Code, "Abatement of Unsafe Buildings and Structural Nuisances.” BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the City Clerk of the City shall mail a certified copy of this resolution by registered or certified mail to the interested persons listed above, and a certified copy of this resolution shall be published in the manner and as prescribed for the 17  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 publication of municipal ordinances, and a certified copy of this resolution shall also be filed in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Mobile County, Alabama. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. HONORARILY RENAME RUBY STREET TO “HONORARY REV. ELMORE PATE STREET. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 46-366-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Penn BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that Ruby Street be given the honorary name of “Honorary Rev. Elmore Pate Street”. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DETERMINE AN APPROPRIATION TO THE MISS ALABAMA FOUNDATION SERVES A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND APPROVE PAYMENT. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 60-367-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis WHEREAS, Mayor Cheriogotis wishes to appropriate $1000.00 to The Miss Alabama Foundation from District 8 Discretionary Fund (10041020 42080); and WHEREAS, The Miss Alabama Foundation is an Alabama non-profit corporation which provides a service to the community; and WHEREAS, the Attorney General of the State of Alabama has opined that the granting of public funds to private groups or corporations is proper if the City Council determines that the same serves a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council determines that this appropriation to The Miss Alabama Foundation will be used to assist Miss Mobile Bay Organization with their scholarship program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mobile City Council hereby finds and determines that an appropriation of $1000.00 to The Miss Alabama Foundation for the purposes described hereinabove and pursuant to language in the request serves a public purpose and the Council further approves and directs the payment of same. 18  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DETERMINE AN APPROPRIATION TO MOTHERS INVOLVED AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE SERVES A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND APPROVE PAYMENT. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 60-368-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Penn WHEREAS, Councilmember Penn wishes to appropriate $1,000.00 to Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence, from the District 1 Discretionary Fund (10041020 42080); and WHEREAS, to Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence, is an Alabama non-profit corporation which provides a service.to the community; and WHEREAS, the Attorney General of the State of Alabama has opined that the granting of public funds to private groups or corporations is proper if the City Council determines that the same serves a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council determines that this appropriation to Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence, will be used to assist with upcoming calendar events. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mobile City Council hereby finds and determines that an appropriation of $1,000.00 to Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence, for the purposes described hereinabove and pursuant to language in the request serves a public purpose and the Council further approves and directs the payment of same. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DETERMINE AN APPROPRIATION TO MOTHERS INVOLVED AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE SERVES A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND APPROVE PAYMENT. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 60-369-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis WHEREAS, Mayor Cheriogotis wishes to appropriate $1000.00 to Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence from District 8 Discretionary Fund (10041020 42080); and WHEREAS, Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence is an Alabama non-profit corporation which provides a service to the community; and 19  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 WHEREAS, the Attorney General of the State of Alabama has opined that the granting of public funds to private groups or corporations is proper if the City Council determines that the same serves a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council determines that this appropriation to Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence will be used to assist with the Rides Against Gun Violence initiative. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mobile City Council hereby finds and determines that an appropriation of $1000.00 to Mothers Involved Against Gun Violence for the purposes described hereinabove and pursuant to language in the request serves a public purpose and the Council further approves and directs the payment of same. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DETERMINE AN APPROPRIATION TO BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA SERVES A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND APPROVE PAYMENT. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 60-370-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Penn WHEREAS, Councilmember Penn wishes to appropriate $1,000.00 to Boy Scouts of America, from the District 1 Discretionary Fund (10041020 42080); and WHEREAS, to Boy Scouts of America, is an Alabama non-profit corporation which provides a service.to the community; and WHEREAS, the Attorney General of the State of Alabama has opined that the granting of public funds to private groups or corporations is proper if the City Council determines that the same serves a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council determines that this appropriation to Boy Scouts of America, will be used to assist with upcoming scouting programs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mobile City Council hereby finds and determines that an appropriation of $1,000.00 to Boy Scouts of America, for the purposes described hereinabove and pursuant to language in the request serves a public purpose and the Council further approves and directs the payment of same. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. 20  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 DETERMINE AN APPROPRIATION TO BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA SERVES A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND APPROVE PAYMENT. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 60-371-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Small WHEREAS, Councilmember Penn wishes to appropriate $1,000.00 to Boy Scouts of America, from the District 3 Discretionary Fund (10041020 42080); and WHEREAS, to Boy Scouts of America, is an Alabama non-profit corporation which provides a service to the community; and WHEREAS, the Attorney General of the State of Alabama has opined that the granting of public funds to private groups or corporations is proper if the City Council determines that the same serves a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council determines that this appropriation to Boy Scouts of America, will be used to assist with upcoming scouting programs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mobile City Council hereby finds and determines that an appropriation of $1,000.00 to Boy Scouts of America, for the purposes described hereinabove and pursuant to language in the request serves a public purpose and the Council further approves and directs the payment of same. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DETERMINE AN APPROPRIATION TO BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA SERVES A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND APPROVE PAYMENT. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 60-372-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Reynolds WHEREAS, Councilmember Penn wishes to appropriate $1,000.00 to Boy Scouts of America, from the District 4 Discretionary Fund (10041020 42080); and WHEREAS, to Boy Scouts of America, is an Alabama non-profit corporation which provides a service to the community; and WHEREAS, the Attorney General of the State of Alabama has opined that the granting of public funds to private groups or corporations is proper if the City Council determines that the same serves a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council determines that this appropriation to Boy Scouts of America, will be used to assist with upcoming scouting programs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mobile City Council hereby finds and determines that an appropriation of $1,000.00 to Boy Scouts of America, for the purposes described hereinabove and pursuant to language in the request serves a public purpose and the Council further approves and directs the payment of same. 21  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DETERMINE AN APPROPRIATION TO BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA SERVES A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND APPROVE PAYMENT. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 60-373-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Fleming WHEREAS, Councilmember Penn wishes to appropriate $1,000.00 to Boy Scouts of America, from the District 5 Discretionary Fund (10041020 42080); and WHEREAS, to Boy Scouts of America, is an Alabama non-profit corporation which provides a service to the community; and WHEREAS, the Attorney General of the State of Alabama has opined that the granting of public funds to private groups or corporations is proper if the City Council determines that the same serves a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council determines that this appropriation to Boy Scouts of America will be used to assist with upcoming scouting programs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mobile City Council hereby finds and determines that an appropriation of $1,000.00 to Boy Scouts of America, for the purposes described hereinabove and pursuant to language in the request serves a public purpose and the Council further approves and directs the payment of same. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DETERMINE AN APPROPRIATION TO BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF THE CENTRAL GULF COAST SERVES A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND APPROVE PAYMENT. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 60-374-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Reynolds WHEREAS, Councilmember Penn wishes to appropriate $2,500.00 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Gulf Coast, from the District 4 Discretionary Fund (10041020 42080); and WHEREAS, to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Gulf Coast, is an Alabama non- profit corporation which provides a service to the community; and 22  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 WHEREAS, the Attorney General of the State of Alabama has opined that the granting of public funds to private groups or corporations is proper if the City Council determines that the same serves a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council determines that this appropriation to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Gulf Coast will be used to assist with upcoming events. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mobile City Council hereby finds and determines that an appropriation of $2,500.00 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Gulf Coast, for the purposes described hereinabove and pursuant to language in the request serves a public purpose and the Council further approves and directs the payment of same. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. DETERMINE AN APPROPRIATION TO KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INC. SERVES A PUBLIC PURPOSE AND APPROVE PAYMENT. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gregory. RESOLUTION: 60-375-2026 Sponsored by: Councilmember Gregory WHEREAS, Councilmember Penn wishes to appropriate $1,000.00 to Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., from the District 7 Discretionary Fund (10041020 42080); and WHEREAS, to Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., is an Alabama non-profit corporation which provides a service to the community; and WHEREAS, the Attorney General of the State of Alabama has opined that the granting of public funds to private groups or corporations is proper if the City Council determines that the same serves a public purpose; and WHEREAS, the Mobile City Council determines that this appropriation to Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc, will be used to assist with the 20th Annual Scholarship Invitational on May 11, 2026. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mobile City Council hereby finds and determines that an appropriation of $1,000.00 to Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., for the purposes described hereinabove and pursuant to language in the request serves a public purpose and the Council further approves and directs the payment of same. The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. SUSPENSION OF RULES FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION OF CIP RESOLUTIONS BEING INTRODUCED FOR THE FIRST TIME. Councilmember 23  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 Gregory moved for the suspension of the rules to consider cip resolution 08-376 being introduced for the first time. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Woods and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The Presiding Officer declared unanimous consent granted for the items. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO A AND D REMODELING FOR UNITY POINT PARK FENCE, FOUNTAIN, CURB, AND WALL REPAIRS; $18,851.95. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Ingram. RESOLUTION: 08-376-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, a purchase order to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisition as indicated below and attached herein: The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Ingram moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. SUSPENSION OF RULES FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS BEING INTRODUCED FOR THE FIRST TIME. Councilmember Gregory moved for the suspension of the rules to consider resolutions 08-378, 08-379, 08-380, 08-381, 08-382, 08-385 and 08-387, being introduced for the first time. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The Presiding Officer declared unanimous consent granted for the items. APPROVE ITEM-AWARD BID FOR EVENT RENTAL SERVICES FOR STAGES, SCREENS, SOUND, AND LIGHTING. The following resolution was held over until the regular meeting of April 14, 2026. RESOLUTION: 08-377-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis 24  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to accept and approve, and issue Purchase Orders against, the below proposed Bid Awards, to the designated vendors for the specified items at the unit prices indicated, for the time periods and renewal options as indicated below and attached herein, and, further, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to issue said orders without further approval or other action by the City Council. All Bid Awards may be extended at the discretion of the Purchasing Agent for a total award period not to exceed three years. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO A & D CROMWELL CONCRETE & CONSTRUCTION, LLC FOR STORM DRAINAGE VEGETATION AND DEBRIS REMOVAL, OAKLEIGH DRIVE TO CONE STREET; $24,496.02. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Penn. RESOLUTION: 08-378-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO JJ QUALITY HOMES, LLC FOR STORM DRAINAGE VEGETATION AND DEBRIS REMOVAL, KREITNER STREET TO ESLAVA CREEK; $23,000.00. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Penn. RESOLUTION: 08-379-2026 25  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDR TO SOUTHERN REALITY MANAGEMENT GROUP, LLC FOR STORM DRAINAGE VEGETATION AND DEBRIS REMOVAL, STANTON ROAD TO THREE MILE CREEK; $27,000.00. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Penn. RESOLUTION: 08-380-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: 26  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO CDW GOVERNMENT, LLC FOR ANNUAL RENEWAL OF NETMOTION WIRELESS NETWORK SECURITY SOFTWARE FOR MIT; $20,611.25. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Penn. RESOLUTION: 08-381-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO CIVICPLUS, INC. FOR 6-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION TO DOCACCESS PDF REMEDIATION SOFTWARE FOR ADA COMPLIANCE; $15,000.00. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Penn. RESOLUTION: 08-382-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: 27  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDERS EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT PROFESSIONAL, INC. FOR ENGINE REBUILDS FOR PUMPER AND AERIAL TRUCKS FOR MFRD; $56,594.99. The following resolution was held over until the regular meeting of April 14, 2026. RESOLUTION: 08-383-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO IMAGETREND, INC. FOR ANNUAL RENEWAL OF EMERGENCY RESPONSE CASE, PATIENT, AND RESOURCE TRACKING AND REPORTING SOFTWARE FOR MFRD; $149,600.68. The following resolution was held over until the regular meeting of April 14, 2026. RESOLUTION: 08-384-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis 28  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO MARINUS ENGINEERING, LLC FOR FENDER SYSTEM COMPONENTS FOR CRUISE TERMINAL; $454,889.60. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Penn. RESOLUTION: 08-385-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Gregory moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Reynolds and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC. FOR SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS AND ACCESSORIES FOR CITY-WIDE CAMERA SYSTEM UPGRADES; $141,373.07. The following resolution was held over until the regular meeting of April 14, 2026. RESOLUTION: 08-386-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis 29  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO STIVERS FORD LINCOLN, INC. FOR 2026 FORD F150 PICKUP TRUCK FOR PARKS DEPARTMENT; $41,227.00. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Penn. RESOLUTION: 08-387-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: The resolution was read by the City Clerk, whereupon Councilmember Penn moved to adopt the resolution, which was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the resolution adopted. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER TO STIVERS FORD LINCOLN, INC. FOR 2 FORD F350 PICKUP TRUCKS FOR MFRD; $102,340.00. The following resolution was held over until the regular meeting of April 14, 2026. RESOLUTION: 08-388-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis 30  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, purchase orders to the indicated vendor in the approximate amount stated, and to approve the supporting bid award if required, for the following requisitions as indicated below and attached herein: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH ARENA FIRE PROTECTION FOR FIRE ALARM INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND REPAIR AT VARIOUS CITY LOCATIONS; $182,525.00. The following resolution was held over until the regular meeting of April 14, 2026. RESOLUTION: 21-389-2026 Sponsored by: Mayor Cheriogotis BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the Mayor and the City Clerk be, and they hereby are, authorized and directed to execute and attest, respectively, for and on behalf of the City of Mobile, a Service Contract, by and between the City of Mobile, and the company listed below, for work as outlined in the service contract attached hereto and made a part hereof as though set forth in full. A copy of said service contract is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Name of Company: ARENA FIRE PROTECTION INC. Project Name: SERVICE CONTRACT – VARIOUS LOCATIONS – FIRE ALAREM INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Project Number: SC-018-26 Amount: $54,175.00 – YEAR ONE $64,175.00 – YEAR TWO $64,175.00 – YEAR THREE $182,525.00 – TOTAL CONTRACT CALL FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS CALL FOR PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE MODIFICATION OF A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANNING APPROVAL FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 65 MOBILE STREET (SCHEDULE MAY 12, 2026) (DISTRICT 1). The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Woods. RESOLUTION: 41-390-2026 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the City Clerk be, and she hereby is, instructed to publish in a newspaper of general circulation within the municipality the attached notice stating the time and place a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance is to be consider by the City Council and further stating that at such time and place all persons who desire shall have an opportunity of being in opposition to or in favor of the proposed amendment. Notice of Public Hearing for the Proposed Modification of a Previously Approved Planning Approval for Property Located at 65 Mobile Street 31  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 Pursuant to Resolution of the Mobile, Alabama City Council adopted April 7, 2026, a public hearing will be held on the 12th day of May, 2026 at 10:30 a.m., to consider adoption of an ordinance for the proposed modification of a previously approved Planning Approval for property located at 65 Mobile Street. The public hearing will be held in the Auditorium of Government Plaza, 205 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama. All persons who desire shall have an opportunity to be heard in favor of or in opposition to the proposed amendment at such time and place. Further, the City Council may consider zoning classifications other than the ones sought by the applicant and may take other actions allowed by law. CLERK AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ORDINANCE ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE ON THE 12TH DAY OF JULY, 2022, SAID ORDINANCE BEING COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE WHEREAS, a Planning Approval was approved on July 20, 2023, allowing the expansion of an existing private school in an R-1, Single-Family Residential District, on property located at 65 Mobile Street and described as follows: LOT 1, UMS-WRIGHT SUBDIVISION AND ADDITION TO LOT 1 AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 123, PAGE 91 IN THE OFFICE OF JUDGE OF PROBATE COURT MOBILE COUNTY ALABAMA. WHEREAS, on December 11, 2025, the owner of said property applied for a Major Modification of the previously approved Planning Approval allowing the expansion of an existing private school in an R-1, Single-Family Residential District, to allow the expansion of an existing private school in an R-1, Single-Family Residential Suburban District. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the requested Major Modification on January 15, 2026, and recommended approval of the Major Modification of the Planning Approval subject to the following conditions: 1. Retention of the note stating that “If any trees and proposed to be removed, the applicant should coordinate with Planning and Zoning and Urban Forestry staff on location of replacement trees”; 2. Submittal to and approval by Planning and Zoning of the revised Modified Planning Approval site plan to its recording in Probate Court, and provision of a cop of the recorded site plan (hard copy and .pdf) to Planning and Zoning; and , 3. Full compliance with all municipal coded and ordinances. WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the proposed modification: a. Is consistent with all applicable requirements of this Chapter; b. Is compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood; c. Will not impede the orderly development and improvement of surrounding property; d. Having considered the applicable factors the request will not adversely affect the health, safety or welfare of persons living or working in the surrounding neighborhood, or be more injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood; e. Is subject to adequate design standards to provide ingress and egress that minimize traffic hazards and traffic congestion on the public roads; f. Is not noxious or offensive by reason of emissions, vibration, noise, odor, dust, smoke or gas; and g. Shall not be detrimental or endanger the public health, safety or general welfare. h. Benefits Consideration. In addition, consideration was given to the City’s and the larger community’s best interest and the need, benefit, or public purpose of the proposed request. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE AS FOLLOWS: 32  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 Section One: That the modification of the Planning Approval is hereby approved with the following required conditions: 1. Retention of the note stating that “If any trees are proposed to be removed, the applicant should coordinate with Planning and Zoning and Urban Forestry staff on the location of replacement trees”; 2. Submittal to and approval by Planning and Zoning of the revised Modified Planning Approval site plan prior to its recording in Probate Court, and provision of a copy of the recorded site plan (hard copy and .pdf) to Planning and Zoning; and, 3. Full compliance with all municipal codes and ordinances. Section Two: This Ordinance shall be in force and effect from and after its adoption and publication. Councilmember Woods then moved to call for the public hearing, which move was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Penn, Ingram, Small, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer set the date for the public hearing as May 12, 2026. CALL FOR PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE MODIFICATION OF A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 65 MOBILE STREET (SCHEDULED MAY 12, 2026) (DISTRICT 1). The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Woods. RESOLUTION: 41-391-2026 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the City Clerk be, and she hereby is, instructed to publish in a newspaper of general circulation within the municipality the attached notice stating the time and place a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance is to be consider by the City Council and further stating that at such time and place all persons who desire shall have an opportunity of being in opposition to or in favor of the proposed amendment. Notice of Public Hearing for the Proposed Modification of a Previously Approved Planned Unit Development for Property Located at 65 Mobile Street Pursuant to Resolution of the Mobile, Alabama City Council adopted April 7, 2026, a public hearing will be held on the 12th day of May, 2026 at 10:30 a.m., to consider adoption of an ordinance for the proposed modification of a previously approved Planned Unit Development for property located at 65 Mobile Street. The public hearing will be held in the Auditorium of Government Plaza, 205 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama. All persons who desire shall have an opportunity to be heard in favor of or in opposition to the proposed amendment at such time and place. Further, the City Council may consider zoning classifications other than the ones sought by the applicant, and may take other actions allowed by law. CLERK AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ORDINANCE ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE ON THE 12TH DAY OF JULY, 2022, SAID ORDINANCE BEING COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE WHEREAS, a Planning Approval was approved on July 20, 2023, allowing the expansion of an existing private school in an R-1, Single-Family Residential District, on property located at 65 Mobile Street and described as follows: LOT 1, UMS-WRIGHT SUBDIVISION AND ADDITION TO LOT 1 AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 123, PAGE 91 IN THE OFFICE OF JUDGE OF PROBATE COURT MOBILE COUNTY ALABAMA. 33  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 WHEREAS, on December 11, 2025, the owner of said property applied for a Major Modification of the Planned Unit Development allowing multiple buildings on a single building site, to allow construction of a restroom, basketball court, and a covered sidewalk. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the requested Major Modification on January 15, 2026, and recommended approval of the Major Modification of the Planned Unit Development subject to the following conditions: 1. Retention of the note stating that “If any trees and proposed to be removed, the applicant should coordinate with Planning and Zoning and Urban Forestry staff on location of replacement trees”; 2. Submittal to and approval by Planning and Zoning of the revised Modified Planned Unit Development site plan to its recording in Probate Court, and provision of a copy of the recorded site plan (hard copy and .pdf) to Planning and Zoning; and , 3. Full compliance with all municipal coded and ordinances. WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the proposed modification: a. Is consistent with all applicable requirements of this Chapter; b. Is compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood; c. Will not impede the orderly development and improvement of surrounding property; d. Having considered the applicable factors the request will not adversely affect the health, safety or welfare of persons living or working in the surrounding neighborhood, or be more injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood; e. Is subject to adequate design standards to provide ingress and egress that minimize traffic hazards and traffic congestion on the public roads; f. Is not noxious or offensive by reason of emissions, vibration, noise, odor, dust, smoke or gas; and g. Shall not be detrimental or endanger the public health, safety or general welfare. h. Benefits Consideration. In addition, consideration was given to the City’s and the larger community’s best interest and the need, benefit, or public purpose of the proposed request. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE AS FOLLOWS: Section One: That the modification of the Planning Unit Development is hereby approved with the following required conditions: 1. Retention of the note stating that “If any trees are proposed to be removed, the applicant should coordinate with Planning and Zoning and Urban Forestry staff on the location of replacement trees”; 2. Submittal to and approval by Planning and Zoning of the revised Modified Planned Unit Development site plan prior to its recording in Probate Court, and provision of a copy of the recorded site plan (hard copy and .pdf) to Planning and Zoning; and, 3. Full compliance with all municipal codes and ordinances. Section Two: This Ordinance shall be in force and effect from and after its adoption and publication. Councilmember Woods then moved to call for the public hearing, which move was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Penn, Ingram, Small, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer set the date for the public hearing as May 12, 2026. 34  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 CALL FOR PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE VACATION OF UNUSED RIGHT- OF-WAY ADAJECNT TO PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6401 OVERLOOK ROAD (SCHEDULED MAY 12, 2026) (DISTRICT 7). The following resolution was introduced by Councilmember Woods. RESOLUTION: 41-392-2026 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOBILE, ALABAMA, that the City Clerk be, and she hereby is, instructed to publish in a newspaper of general circulation within the municipality the attached notice stating the time and place a proposed resolution is to be considered by the City Council and further stating that at such time and place all persons who desire shall have an opportunity of being heard in opposition to or in favor of the proposed resolution. NOTICE OF HEARING TO CONSIDER VACATI0N OF PORTION OF UNOPENED RIGHT-OF-WAY ON OVERLOOK ROAD Notice is hereby given that the Mobile City Council proposes to consider adoption of a resolution assenting to the vacation of portion of unopened right-of-way on Overlook Road. The adoption of such resolution will be considered by the Mobile City Council on the 12th day of May, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., in the Mobile Government Plaza Auditorium, 205 Government Street. Any citizen alleging to be affected by the proposed vacation may submit a written objection or may speak at the public hearing. WHEREAS FAITH MINISTRES INC, constitute all of the abutting landowners surrounding an unused portion of the existing unopened right-of-way in the City of Mobile, Alabama, said right­of-way being more particularly described as follows, to-wit Commencing at the Northeast comer of Section 8, T4S-R2W, Mobile County, Alabama, run S 00 degrees 21 minutes E 30.35 feet to a point on the South right of way line of Overlook Road, thence along said South line of Overlook Road, run S 89 degrees 41 minutes W 50 feet to the point of beginning, thence along said South line of Overlook Road, run S 89 degrees 41 minutes W 40 feet to a point, thence run S 00 degrees 21 minutes E 632.34 feet to a point thence nm N 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds E 40 feet to a point, thence run N 00 degrees 21 minutes W 632.53 feet to the point of beginning. WHEREAS, a survey of said right-of-way is attached hereto as Exhibit A, a GIS map of said right-of-way is attached hereto as Exhibit B, and an aerial photo of said right-of-way is attached hereto as Exhibit C; and, WHEREAS, said right-of-way is located solely within the City of Mobile; AND, WHEREAS, the above-described area is not needed as a right-of-way for any public purpose and the vacation of the same is in the public interest; and,, WHEREAS, the square footage of the area sought to be vacated and abutting tracts is as follows: 15,815-area to be vacated 136,125- Parcel "A" tract 20,602 -Parcel “B” tract WHEREAS, the current year assessed values as determined by the Mobile County Revenue Commissioner on all tracts that abut the right-of-way sought to be vacated are as follows: $101,000-Parcel "A" tract $12,200 -Parcel "B” tract WHEREAS, FAITH MINISTRES INC, desire to vacate said right-of-way; provided, however, that entities with utility lines, equipment or facilities in place within said right of 35  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 way at the time of vacation, if any, shall have the right to continue to access, maintain, extend, and enlarge their lines, equipment and facilities to the same extent as if the vacation had not occurred; and, NOW, THEREFORE, the undersigned LISA BRACY, pursuant to Code of Alabama § 23- 4-20, as amended, hereby petition and request that the City Council of the City of Mobile assent to the vacation of that portion of the existing unopened right-of-way located in the City of Mobile, Alabama, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast comer of Section 8, T4S-R2W, Mobile County, Alabama, run S 00 degrees 21 minutes E 30.35 feet to a point on the South right of way line of Overlook Road, thence along said Sonth line of Overlook Road, run S 89 degrees 41 minutes W 50 feet to the point of beginning, thence along said South line of Overlook Road, run S 89 degrees 41 minutes W 40 feet to a point, thence run S 00 degrees 21 minutes E 632.34 feet to a point, thence run N 89 degrees 57 minutes 37 seconds E 40 feet to a point, thence run N 00 degrees 21 minutes W 632.53 feet to the point of beginning. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have here unto caused this petition to be executed by their duly authorized representatives as of the dates set forth herein below. Councilmember Woods then moved to call for the public hearing, which move was seconded by Councilmember Gregory and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Penn, Ingram, Small, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer set the date for the public hearing as May 12, 2026. ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilmember Ingram stated that a Midtown community action group meeting will be held tonight at Westside United Methodist Church at 6:00 p.m. Councilmember Ingram announced that the next virtual chat will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Councilmember Penn said that the Spring Easter Egg Hunt on April 4, 2026, at Trinity Gardens Park was a big success. Councilmember Penn stated that a District 1 community meeting will be held on May 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at LeFlore High School. Councilmember Reynolds and Councilmember Ingram attended the recent groundbreaking ceremony on a beautification project in Tillman’s corner. Councilmember Gregory announced that the 2026 Spring Fling Music Festival will be held on April 11, 2026, at The Grounds. Councilmember Small announced that the District 3 annual Easter Egg Hunt at Maryvale Elementary School was a great success. Councilmember Small announced that a community meeting will be held tonight at Maryvale Elementary School at 6:00 p.m. Councilmember Reynolds moved to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded by Councilmember Ingram and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Small, Penn, Ingram, Reynolds, Fleming, Woods, and Gregory Nays: None 36  MINUTES OF APRIL 7, 2026 The vote was then announced by the City Clerk, whereupon the Presiding Officer declared the regular meeting adjourned at approximately 11:48 a.m. Adopted: April 21, 2026 ______________________________ COUNCIL PRESIDENT ______________________________ CITY CLERK 37