Mobile City Council Approves Police Body Cameras, Tackles Wide-Ranging Agenda
The Mobile City Council approved a $480,775 contract for police body cameras and tasers, part of a broader five-year, $1.96 million equipment deal.
Mobile Council Approves Hank Aaron Stadium Sound System Upgrade Amid BayBears Rent Dispute
Mobile's City Council approved a $22,090 sound system contract for Hank Aaron Stadium despite a dispute over unpaid rent owed by the BayBears.
Mobile Council Approves Stadium Lights Over Objections, Tables Judge Selection Plan
The Mobile City Council approved a contested Hank Aaron Stadium lighting contract and tabled a plan for a citizens' judge selection committee.
Mobile Council Postpones Stadium Lighting Vote, Approves Noise Ordinance Changes
The Mobile City Council held over a Hank Aaron Stadium lighting contract and approved noise ordinance changes and public safety funding in a busy session.
Mobile City Council Approves $75,000 for Animal Shelter Expansion
Mobile's City Council approved $75,000 toward a $225,000 partnership to expand the city animal shelter, adding kennel space and a new cat building.
Mobile City Council Reviews Tourism Report, Crime Statistics and Storm Water Contract
Mobile City Council members heard updates on tourism data, citywide crime statistics and a storm water services contract during a Tuesday meeting.
Daphne Council Tables Malbis Rezoning Request Amid Historic District Concerns
The Daphne City Council declined to vote on annexing and rezoning land near the historic Malbis district, citing the lack of a clear development plan.
Mobile Council Forms Tax Reform Panel, Tables Animal Sale Ban
Mobile's city council created a committee to study restructuring city taxes and fees, while postponing a proposed animal sale ban and new noise ordinance.
Mobile Arts Council Director Bob Burnett Steps Down After 13 Years
Mobile Arts Council Executive Director Bob Burnett has resigned after thirteen years leading the nonprofit arts organization.
Mobile Council Committee Backs Nearly $500,000 in Hank Aaron Stadium Upgrades
A Mobile City Council committee recommended shifting surplus park funds toward urgent upgrades at Hank Aaron Stadium despite lingering lease concerns.