Should Mobile Pay Its Mayor Like a CEO? A Council Idea Stirs Debate
A Mobile city councilor is expected to propose more than doubling the mayor's salary to $200,000, making the case that the city must pay a market rate to attract executive…
Prichard Council Approved Electronic Bingo Ordinance in 2009
The Prichard City Council approved an electronic bingo ordinance in September 2009, setting off debate over revenue, pensions and the measure’s legality.
Fairhope Parents Sought Study of Independent School District in 2009
Fairhope parents asked city leaders in 2009 to study forming an independent school district as Baldwin County schools faced a $56 million budget shortfall.
Prichard Residents Pressed for Water-Board Changes in 2009
Prichard residents and Mayor Ron Davis discussed high water bills, water-board authority and public-record costs at a February 2009 City Council meeting.
Mobile City Council Advanced 2008 Annexation Election
Archived WKRG coverage shows the Mobile City Council unanimously authorized a 2008 special election on a disputed annexation proposal.