On the agenda: Daphne City Council Meeting — Flock Camera (Oct 19)

CITY OF DAPHNE
1705 MAIN STREET, DAPHNE, AL
CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM

1.

CALL TO ORDER
A.

ROLL CALL

B.

INVOCATION by Mrs. Mykell Hudson, City Hope Church

C.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

2.

PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS

3.

APPROVE MINUTES
A.

4.

October 5, 2026 regular meeting and the October 8, 2026 special called meeting

REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
A.

FINANCE COMMITTEE - Conaway

B.

BUILDINGS & PROPERTY COMMITTEE- Messinger
Review the September new Construction and Building Report.
Certificates of Occupancy: 13
Permits Issued: 202
New Residential Home Permits: 11
Total Fees: $ 302,980.51
i.

C.

Review the minutes from the September 14, 2026 meeting

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE - Green
i.

Review the minutes from the September 14, 2026, meeting

D.

CODE ENFORCEMENT/ORDINANCE COMMITTEE - Roberts

E.

PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE - Coleman
i.

Review the minutes from the September 8, 2026, meeting

ii.

MOTION to authorize the Mayor to sign the GOMESA Grant Agreement GCDJRFP/26/CD - Jubilee Recreation and Fishing Pier Construction at
Bayfront Park

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City Council AGENDA – October 19, 2026 – page 2

5.

REPORTS OF SPECIAL BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
A.

BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS - Adrienne Jones

B.

DAPHNE PUBLIC SCHOOL COMMISSION - Messinger

C.

DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY - Olen

D.

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD - Coleman

E.

LIBRARY BOARD - Olen

F.

PLANNING COMMISSION - Olen

G.

RECREATION BOARD - Green

H.

UTILITY BOARD - Coleman
i.

Review the minutes from the August 2, 2026, regular meeting

ii.

Review the minutes from the September 10, 2026, Work Session

6.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

7.

MAYOR’S REPORT

8.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT

9.

DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORTS

10.

CITY CLERK’S REPORT

11.

A.

MOTION to approve the Public Works' Day and Equipment Show on May 12, 2027
from 10am - 1pm at Lott Park.

B.

MOTION to approve the South Alabama Out of the Darkness Community Walk on
December 6, 2026 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on the front lawn of City Hall (1705 Main
Street, Daphne).

RESOLUTIONS
A.

2026-61 - Bid Award to James Brothers Excavating for Red Gully Drainage Channel
Improvements in the amount of $1,432,120.65

B.

2026-62 - Appropriation: Red Gully Drainage Channel Improvements in the amount
of $727,857 from the General Fund and transferred to the Capital Reserve Fund

C.

2026-63- Appropriation: Additional Engineering - Main Street Revitalization in the
amount of $11,150 from the Lodging Tax Fund

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City Council AGENDA – October 19, 2026 – page 3

12.

2nd READ ORDINANCES
A.

2026-35 - Ordinance Correcting Legal Description in Ordinance No. 2026-30

13.

1st READ ORDINANCES

14.

COUNCIL COMMENTS

15.

ADJOURN

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October 5, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
1705 MAIN STREET
DAPHNE, AL
6:00 P.M.

1.

CALL TO ORDER:
There being a quorum present Council President Benjamin Hughes called the meeting to order at
6:00pm.
ROLL CALL:
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Tommie Conaway, Steve Olen, Joel Coleman, Oliver Roberts,
Stephanie Messinger, Benjamin Hughes and Jennifer Green
Also Present: Patrick Dungan, City Attorney; Chief Gulsby, Police; Chief Tacon, Fire; Troy Strunk,
City Development; Charlie McDavid, Recreation; Bobby Purvis, Public Works; Vickie Hinman,
Human Resources; Adrienne Jones, Planning; Emmie Powell, Library; Cindy Beaudreau, City Clerk;
Schuyler Smith, Junior Council; Amber Lue, Junior Council; Sloane Dyess, Junior Council; Emma
West, Junior City Council; Lakyn Coggin, Junior Council; and Jessica Linne, Assistant City Clerk.
INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Invocation was given by Pastor Andrew Tewell, Shore Light Baptist Church.

2.

APPROVE THE MINUTES:
The minutes from the September 21, 2026 regular meeting were approved.

3.

REPORT OF STANDING COMMITTEES:
A. FINANCE COMMITTEE
Councilwoman Conaway said the minutes from the September 21st meeting were in the packet and
she reviewed the Treasurer’s Report for October 2026: Unrestricted Fund Balance - $30,215,441;
Total Cash Balance - $51,022,827; Sales Tax for July 2026 - $2,525,135.96; Lodging Tax for July
2026 - $237,505.47; Debt Summary for August 2026: Warrants - $25,432,087; Capital Leases:
General Fund - $526,758; Enterprise Fund - $929,677. She said the next meeting is October 19th at
4:30pm.
B. BUILDINGS & PROPERTY COMMITTEE
Councilwoman Messinger said the next meeting is October 12th at 5:15pm.
C. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Councilwoman Green said the next meeting is October 12th at 4:30pm.
D. CODE ENFORCEMENT/ORDINANCE COMMITTEE
Councilman Roberts said the next meeting is November 2nd at 4:30pm and the minutes from the
September meeting are in the packet.
E. PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
Councilman Coleman said the next meeting is November 2nd at 5:15pm.

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REPORTS OF SPECIAL BOARDS & COMMISSIONS:
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October 5, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
1705 MAIN STREET
DAPHNE, AL
6:00 P.M.

A. Board of Zoning Adjustments
There was no report.
B. Daphne Public School Commission
Councilwoman Messinger said the next meeting is October 26th at Daphne East Elementary at 5:30pm.
MOTION by Councilwoman Conaway to reappoint Andrea Lomax to the Public School
Commission for a three-year term ending September 30, 2029. Seconded by Councilman Olen.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
MOTION by Councilman Olen to reappoint Richard Perry to the Public School Commission
for a three-year term ending September 30, 2029. Seconded by Councilwoman Conaway.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
MOTION by Councilwoman Conaway to reappoint Marissa Rennaker to the Public School
Commission for a three-year term ending September 30, 2029. Seconded by Councilman Olen.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
C. Downtown Redevelopment Authority
Councilman Olen said the next meeting is October 15th at 5:30pm.
D. Industrial Development Board
Councilman Coleman said the next meeting is October 20th at 4:30pm.
E. Library Board
Councilman Olen said the next meeting is October 8th at 4:30pm.
MOTION by Councilwoman Messinger to reappoint Chuck Dean to the Library Board for a
four-year term ending September 30, 2030. Seconded by Councilwoman Green.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
MOTION by Councilwoman Messinger to reappoint Kristin Koppen to the Library Board for
a four-year term ending September 30, 2030. Seconded by Councilwoman Green.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
F. Planning Commission
Councilman Olen said the next meeting is October 22nd at 5:00pm.
G. Recreation Board
Councilwoman Green said the next meeting is in November.

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H. Utility Board
Councilman Coleman said the next meeting is October 28th at 5:00pm.

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October 5, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
1705 MAIN STREET
DAPHNE, AL
6:00 P.M.

5.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
Public participation opened at 6:08pm. No one came forward to speak.
Public participation closed at 6:08pm.

6.

MAYOR’S REPORT:
Mayor LeJeune said “Coffee with the Mayor” is Tuesday morning at 9am at the Senior Center. He said
the “Out of the Darkness” walk is Sunday as well as the Jubilee Festival on October 17 – 18. He
mentioned city staff is keeping an eye on the weather and will update as it comes available.

7.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT:
There was no report.

8.

DEPARTMENT HEAD COMMENTS:
Chief Tacon, Fire, mentioned it was Fire Prevention Month as well as updated everyone on how the
Citizens’ Academy is going. She said they will be going to Florida for the final inspection on the new
fire truck.
Bobby Purvis, Public Works, said his department is keeping an eye on the inclement weather and if
any citizens need assistance to call 251-620-2100.
Charlie McDavid, Recreation, said youth football started this past weekend and said the pavilion at
Village Point is closed for maintenance.
Lakyn Coggin, Junior Council, said the group discussed upcoming events at the City and the next
meeting is October 26th at 5:00pm.

9.

CITY CLERK’S REPORT:

10.

MOTION by Councilwoman Conaway to approve the Tent or Treat Halloween Event for
Children on October 31, 2026 from 5:30pm – 7:00pm at Joe Louis Patrick Park located at 1401
Johnson Road, Daphne, Alabama. Seconded by Councilman Olen.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
RESOLUTIONS:

11.

2ND READ ORDINANCES:

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2026 - 34 - Ordinance Consenting to the Sale by the Utilities Board of the City of Daphne of
Certain Surplus Personal Property

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October 5, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING
1705 MAIN STREET
DAPHNE, AL
6:00 P.M.

MOTION by Councilman Coleman to waive the reading of Ordinance 2026-34. Seconded by
Councilman Roberts.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
MOTION by Councilman Coleman to adopt Ordinance 2026 – 34. Seconded by Councilwoman
Messinger.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
12.

1st READ ORDINANCES:

A.
13.

2026-35 - Ordinance Correcting Legal Description in Ordinance No. 2026-30

COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilman Olen reminded everyone the “Out of the Darkness” walk is this upcoming Sunday.
Councilman Roberts said the Daphne Middle School football team is playing Fairhope on Wednesday
and congratulated the located cheer teams on their accomplishments.
Mayor LeJeune congratulated the cheer teams and reminded everyone the Centennial Brand Launch is
Wednesday at 10:30am in the Council Chambers.

14.

ADJOURN:
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO DISCUSS, COUNCIL ADJOURNED AT 6:16PM.
Certification of Presiding Officer,

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Cindy Beaudreau, City Clerk

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Benjamin Hughes, Council President

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Respectfully submitted by,

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October 8, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
1705 MAIN STREET
DAPHNE, AL
1:30 P.M.
1.

CALL TO ORDER:
There being a quorum present Council President Ben Hughes called the meeting to order at 1:30pm.

2.

ROLL CALL:
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Tommie Conaway, Steve Olen, Joel Coleman, Oliver Roberts, Stephanie
Messinger and Ben Hughes
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: Jennifer Green
Also Present: Patrick Dungan, City Attorney; Mayor LeJeune; Vickie Hinman, Human Resources; Jensen
Carrell, Human Resources; Cindy Beaudreau, City Clerk; Chief Gulsby, Police; Chief Tacon, Fire; Adrienne
Jones, Planning; Bobby Purvis, Public Works; Eric Butler, Building; Troy Strunk, City Development; Ange
Baggett, Marketing; Emmie Powell, Library; Brett Camilleri, Fire Marshal; Andy Bobe, City Engineer; and
Jessica Linne, Assistant City Clerk.

3.

RESOLUTION:
A.

RESOLUTION 2026 – 60 – Resolution to Declare a State of Emergency Resulting from Hurricane
Isaias
MOTION by Councilman Coleman to waive the reading of Resolution 2026–60. Seconded by
Councilman Roberts.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

MOTION by Councilman Coleman to adopt Resolution 2026-60. Seconded by Councilman Olen.
Fire Marshal Camilleri shared with the Council the most recent EMA update about Hurricane Isaias.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
4.

ANYTHING ELSE DEEMED NECESSARY:
Mayor LeJeune said the City will be closed tomorrow except for essential employees. He said garbage will run
earlier than normal in the morning beginning about 4:00am. He shared that access to Mobile Bay will be closed
this evening and all parks will be closed tomorrow. He told everyone that sandbags are still available.

5.

ADJOURN:
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO DISCUSS, COUNCIL ADJOURNED AT 1:37PM.
Certification of Presiding Officer,

_________________________________
Cindy Beaudreau, City Clerk

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Ben Hughes, Council President

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Respectfully submitted by,

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BUILDINGS & PROPERTY COMMITTEE MEETING
September 14, 2026 5:15 p.m.
City Hall, Jubilee Conference Room
1705 Main Street, Daphne, AL 36526
MEETING MINUTES
MEMBERS PRESENT: Councilman Coleman, Councilwoman Messinger, Councilwoman Green,
Councilman Hughes, Councilwoman Conaway and Councilman Roberts
MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilman Olen
ALSO PRESENT: Patrick Dungan, City Attorney; Troy Strunk, City Development; Mayor LeJeune; Andy
Bobe, City Engineer; Chief Tacon, Fire Department; Cindy Beaudreau, City Clerk; Bobby Purvis, Public Works;
Randy Jones, Public Works; Demario Burrell, Solid Waste; Emmie Powell, Library; Kelli Reid, Finance; Ange
Baggett, Tourism and Marketing; Eric Butler, Building; Christina Monk, Code Enforcement; and Charlie
McDavid, Recreation.

1)

CALL MEETING TO ORDER / ROLL CALL

There being a quorum present Councilwoman Messinger called the meeting to order at 5:15p.m.
2)

MINUTES

Councilwoman Messinger reviewed the minutes from the August 10, 2026 meeting.
3)

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

No public participation.
4)

BUILDING INSPECTION REPORT

Eric Butler presented the Building Inspection Report.
5)

CIVIC CENTER REPORT

Ange Baggett gave the Civic Center report.
6)

RECREATION REPORT

Charlie McDavid gave the Recreation report.
7)

SENIOR CENTER REPORT

8)

LIBRARY REPORT

Emmie Powell gave the Library report.
9)

FACILITIES REPORT

Bobby Purvis gave the Facilities Report.
10)

OLD BUSINESS

11)

NEW BUSINESS
A.

12)

Abatement Proposal – 28190 6th Avenue – Eric Butler presented the proposal.

MOTION by Councilman Hughes to recommend to Council to move the abatement proposal
forward. Seconded by Councilwoman Green.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
OTHER BUSINESS

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13)

NEXT MEETING

The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026 at 5:15 p.m.
14)

ADJOURN

There being no further business to discuss, the Committee adjourned at 5:37pm.

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September 14, 2026
PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING MINUTES
1705 MAIN STREET
DAPHNE, AL
4:30 P.M.
1.

CALL TO ORDER:
There being a quorum present, the meeting was called to order at 4:30 p.m. by Councilwoman Jennifer Green.

2.

ROLL CALL:
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Councilmen Oliver Roberts, Benjamin Hughes,
Joel Coleman and Councilwomen Stephanie Messenger and Councilwoman Tommie Conaway.
ABSENT: Councilman Olen
Also Present: Mayor LeJeune, City Attorney; Patrick Dungan, Troy Strunk, Fire Department; Chief Tacon,
Police Department; Chief Gulsby, City Clerk; Cindy Beaudreau, Recording Secretary; Christina Brazell.
Junior City Council present: Emma West

3.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: None

4.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
Minutes from August 10, 2026 Public Safety meeting approved as presented.

5.

POLICE DEPARTMENT – Chief Gulsby
Old Business: None
New Business: (Stats provided)
Flock Camera vs REKOR discussion. Chief Gulsby provided the cost associated with each system as well as
the subscription/benefits.
Discussion to consider more cameras around the City. Will be moved to next meeting. Councilwoman
Messenger asked for additional details such as exact number of cameras wanted, locations, replacement costs
etc.
FIRE DEPARTMENT: - Chief Tacon
Old Business: None.

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New Business: (Stats provided)
Daphne Search and Rescue new location, building plans discussed.
Staffing, 2 new Fire Medics started school, set to graduate on November 20th this year. 3 new Fire Fighters are
currently going through orientation.
Chief Tacon to assist Spanish Fort Fire Department with interviews this week.
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September 14, 2026
PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING MINUTES
1705 MAIN STREET
DAPHNE, AL
4:30 P.M.
Medstar Update: Brad Jernigan attended and provided their department’s stats as well as their compliance
numbers. (357 calls, 93.8 % compliance.) Also, they now have an official agreement with Newmans Ambulance
Service. Newmans can assist with emergency calls.
Blood Program Discussion.
Chief Tacon provided an update for the request from Councilwoman Messenger on additional inspections of the
common living/laundry areas for dryer vent cleanouts.
Citizen Academy starts Tuesday, 14 people to attend.
OTHER BUSINESS: None

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Adjournment 5:05 p.m.

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CITY OF DAPHNE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MINUTES
September 8th, 2026 - 5:15 P.M.
DAPHNE CITY HALL
I.

CALL TO ORDER

II.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT:
Councilman Oliver Roberts; Councilman Steve Olen; Councilwoman Tommie Conaway;
Councilwoman Stephanie Messinger; Councilman Joel Coleman; Mayor Robin LeJeune
Others Present: Bobby Purvis, Public Works Director; Patrick Dungan, City Attorney; Troy
Strunk, Executive Director, City Development; Cindy Beaudreau, City Clerk; Kelli Reid, Finance
Director; Andy Bobe, City Engineer; Randy Jones; Public Works Deputy Director; Jessica Linne,
Assistant City Clerk; Adrienne Jones, Community Development Director, Victoria Phelps, Curt
Fonger; Lakyn Coggin, Junior City Council

III.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION & CORRESPONDENCE
During public participation, Victoria Phelps thanked the City for the four-way stop installed at
Ridgewood Drive, Windsor Drive, and Lake Forest Boulevard. The speaker stated the
intersection is functioning well and appears safer for drivers and pedestrians. The speaker also
thanked the City for addressing the Ridgewood drainage project. She requested trimming and
general maintenance of approximately 150 crepe myrtles in the Lake Forest medians during the
non-grass-cutting season. Areas referenced included Windsor to the triangle, Lawson area, and
Lawson to Plaza Circle near Ridgewood Pool. Concerns included low-hanging limbs, visibility,
pedestrian and bicycle access, and general appearance.
Mrs. G Smith thanked Public Works for promptly removing vegetation that had limited driveway
visibility. The speaker then raised concerns regarding unfinished sidewalk repairs in the
Whispering Pines area and questioned why crews had been moved before the original repair area
was completed. She also expressed concern about heavy equipment operating on sidewalks and
causing damage. Committee members advised that contractors are responsible for repairing
damage when responsibility can be established and encouraged the citizen to photograph future
incidents. She raised a separate sewer/odor concern. Chairman Coleman clarified that the matter
falls under Daphne Utilities rather than City Public Works and advised the concern would be
passed along.

IV.

OLD BUSINESS
Approval of Minutes – August 3rd , 2026 —Minutes were reviewed and approved by the committee.

V.

NEW BUSINESS
Resolution 2026-57 - Entry Monument: Troy Shrunk explained that ALDOT authorization is
required for the final entry monument associated with remaining Highway 181 project funds. The
proposed sign location is on the east side of Highway 181, south of Dunmore and in the vicinity
of St. Michael's Way. Following Council authorization, the documentation will be forwarded to

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CITY OF DAPHNE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MINUTES
September 8th, 2026 - 5:15 P.M.
DAPHNE CITY HALL
ALDOT for permitting.
MOTION by Councilman Roberts to recommend to Council the approval of the
Resolution 2026-57 - Entry Monument.
Seconded by Councilwoman Messinger.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
VI.

City Engineer’s Report (Separate Handout)
Andy presented the City Engineer’s Report and advised that the Committee members had
received a copy of the report in their packet.
Main Street: Utility coordination is underway with the power company and design engineer.
Utility field locating and a walk-through are planned. Road infrastructure construction is
anticipated to begin around February. The design was described as essentially complete, with
limited changes to Phase 1 and more changes to Phase 2.
Highway 90: The contractor has returned to work. Remaining coordination items with ALDOT
and the consultant are being addressed.
Highway 64 / Pollard Road: One punch-list item remains. Staff is working to close the project
before the end of the month.
Lavender Lane: An updated video was received and Dewberry is assessing the situation and
preparing a report.
Bayfront Project: Work is progressing well. Updates included Phase 2 parking access, roadway
work, retaining wall construction, boardwalk transition, parking, stage work, bathroom
completion, landscaping, and an osprey platform. Project completion is currently projected for
April, with the possibility of earlier completion.
Pollard Road TAP Grant: Final documentation is being prepared for ALDOT approval to
advertise the project for bid.
Justice Center Expansion: A final walk-through was completed. A few punch-list items remain.
A ribbon cutting is scheduled for the 15th at 10:30 a.m.
Bayview Bridge Replacement - Lake Forest: The project has been sent to Montgomery for
Office Engineer review and is expected to be in the final ALDOT review stage.
Pier Extension: Funding of $5 million has been approved through GOMESA.
Milton Jones Road: The project is in punch-list status and staff is working toward closeout by
the end of the month. The road is open and functioning.
Lancaster Ditch: A preconstruction meeting is being scheduled.
Highway 181 Lighting: Riviera was temporarily redirected to complete lighting on Milton Jones
Road and is expected to return to the Highway 181 schedule.
Highway 181 Traffic Signal: The contractor is coordinating with Riviera regarding utility
conflicts. The signal will use a monopole installation.

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CITY OF DAPHNE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MINUTES
September 8th, 2026 - 5:15 P.M.
DAPHNE CITY HALL
Lake Forest Drainage: Additional work was added after further deteriorated infrastructure was
identified and approved.
County Road ___ Turn Lanes: Office Engineer comments were received and addressed by the
consultant. The project should be ready for bid relatively soon. ALDOT will advertise the project.
Search and Rescue Building: A clearing subcontractor dropped a tree onto Fire Station No. 1,
damaging the building and a privately owned vehicle. Fiber service was also damaged the
following day. The contractor is responsible for the associated costs.
Red Gully: The project is out for bid. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for the 16th and bid
opening for the 30th.
Additional project and departmental information was included in the Committee packet.
VII.

DIRECTOR’S REPORT (Handouts reviewed by committee)
Public Works Director, Bobby Purvis, reviewed the Director’s report.
Coastal Cleanup: Randy Jones discussed the upcoming Coastal Cleanup. Check-in is from 8:00
to 9:00 a.m. Public Works participates annually by providing equipment and personnel to collect
and haul debris.
Village Point: The concrete pour for the park bench has been completed.
Nicholson Center: The concrete pad for the bike rack is scheduled for Friday, weather
permitting.
Whispering Pines: Crews are scheduled to work overtime Saturday to frame sidewalk repairs.
Homecoming Parade: Public Works is preparing for the upcoming homecoming parade.
Gator Boardwalk: The new black fence installation was highlighted and staff was commended
for the quality of the work.
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IX.

Work Request Report – July 2025 & July 2026
The Public Works Department completed 628 work orders in July 2026.
Vehicle/Equipment Maintenance Reports – FY2024-2025 YTD
Public Works Related Overtime Report — 91.67% of the year used; $93,913.73 Used YTD
as of September 1st, 2026.
Street Sweeper Report — July 31st – August 27th, 2026 – 1116 Miles Traveled, 570 Miles
Swept
Tallent Lane Facility Report – July 2026 – 285 SW Total Tonnage, 14.22 Other Depts.
Total Tonnage
Solid Waste New Customer Report – July 2026 — 74 new residential; 1 new commercial

MOSQUITO CONTROL SERVICES
A.

Mosquito Report— July Report

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CITY OF DAPHNE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE MINUTES
September 8th, 2026 - 5:15 P.M.
DAPHNE CITY HALL
X.

MUSEUM COMMITTEE
A.

XI.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
A.

X1I.

Minutes – July 27th, 2026

FUTURE BUSINESS
A.

XIII.

Minutes – August 10th, 2026

Next Meeting – Monday, October 5th, 2026

ADJOURNMENT

Motion by Oliver Roberts, seconded by Stephanie Messenger to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 5:25
p.m.

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GOMESA GRANT AGREEMENT

STATE OF ALABAMA

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ADCNR GRANT#: G-CDJRFP/26/CD

BALDWIN COUNTY

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GOMESA GRANT AGREEMENT

THIS GOMESA GRANT AGREEMENT, (“Agreement”) is made and entered by and between the
State of Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources hereinafter, referred to as
“ADCNR”, and City of Daphne, hereinafter referred to as “Grantee” (ADCNR and Grantee
collectively hereinafter “Parties”) to provide funding made available to the State of Alabama under
the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 (“GOMESA”).
In consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, Grantee hereby agrees to perform, in
proper sequence and in the time specified, all tasks necessary for successful completion of the
project as hereinafter set forth.
1. PROJECT PURPOSE AND IDENTITY: The purpose of the Agreement is to provide
funding under the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 (GOMESA) to Grantee, in
accordance with the authorized uses and purposes set forth in GOMESA, to support
construction of the Jubilee Recreation and Fishing Pier at Bayfront Park, as described in
the Disbursement Justification attached as Exhibit A (“Project”).
2. CERTIFICATION OF AUTHORIZED USES FOR PROJECT SERVICES: Grantee
warrants and represents that it will only use the GOMESA funds provided under this
Agreement in accordance with approved GOMESA uses and consistent with all applicable
state and federal laws. Specifically, Grantee will use these funds for projects that satisfy
one or more of the following authorized uses:
a. Projects and activities for the purposes of coastal protection, including conservation,
coastal restoration, hurricane protection, and infrastructure directly affected by coastal
wetland losses;
b. Mitigation of damage to fish, wildlife, or natural resources;
c. Implementation of a federally approved marine, coastal, or comprehensive
conservation management plan;
d. Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding
of onshore infrastructure projects; and
e. Planning assistance and the administrative costs of complying with GOMESA.
3. PROJECT SERVICES: Grantee warrants and represents that it will use the GOMESA
funds provided under this Agreement in accordance with approved GOMESA uses and
consistent with all applicable state and federal laws. Furthermore, Grantee shall provide,
in accordance with all applicable laws, executive orders, codes, regulations, etc., all the
necessary labor, materials, services, and facilities to successfully complete the Project and

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G-CDJRFP/26/CD
Rev. 11/1/2023

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GOMESA GRANT AGREEMENT

fulfill all requirements of this Agreement including, but not limited to, requirements as set
forth in Paragraphs 9 and 14.
4. PROJECT PERFORMANCE PERIOD: The Project Performance Period shall begin
on the date of the Commissioner’s signature (“Project Commencement Date”) and end
October 16, 2028.
5. AGREEMENT TERM: The Agreement Term for the fulfillment of all Project Services
shall begin on the date of the Commissioner’s signature (“Effective Date”) and end ninety
(90) days after the end of the Project Performance Period, unless extended in writing by
ADCNR by amendment as provided herein.
6. NOTICE TO PROCEED: Grantee shall proceed with performing Project Services upon
receipt of a fully executed Agreement which has been approved by the appropriate State of
Alabama officials.
7. FUNDING AMOUNT/PAYMENT: ADCNR agrees to provide advance disbursement
of GOMESA funds to Grantee for payment of Allowable Costs pursuant to two payments,
for a total Agreement amount not to exceed FIVE MILLION and 00/100 ($5,000,000.00),
to allow satisfactory completion of all Project Services following full execution of this
Agreement and submission by Grantee of an invoice for payment which shall include a
reference to the Grant Number identified above. In the event these funds are not fully
expended before the end of the Project Performance Period, the Grantee shall return the
remaining funds to the ADCNR prior to the end of the Agreement Term in such manner as
specified by ADCNR.
8. CONTINGENCY/ FUNDING AVAILABILITY: Grantee acknowledges and agrees
that the commencement and continuation of funding pursuant to this Agreement shall be
specifically contingent upon the receipt and availability of GOMESA funding for this
Project.
9. ALLOWABLE COSTS: Allowable Costs allowed under this Agreement shall be
determined in accordance with Exhibit A, subject to all requirements of GOMESA, local,
state, and federal laws, as well as other applicable requirements, including the following:
a. Grantee agrees that any expenditure related to any type of lower tier contract or
subaward support prior to execution of a written agreement for such purpose may
not qualify as an Allowable Cost.
b. Grantee shall immediately notify ADCNR in writing in the event, subsequent to
execution of this Agreement, it receives other financial assistance to support or fund
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by such other sources constitute Allowable Costs to be funded pursuant to this
Agreement.
c. Grantee acknowledges that no pre-award costs or other costs incurred prior to the
Effective Date of this Agreement shall constitute Allowable Costs, unless it
receives express written approval from ADCNR.
d. Grantee agrees that all disbursed funds shall be expended solely for Allowable
Costs and that the amount of any expenditure determined by ADCNR not to
constitute an Allowable Cost shall be immediately returned to ADCNR in such
manner as specified by ADCNR. Grantee agrees and acknowledges that GOMESA
funds cannot serve as a non-federal match for any other federal grant program.
10. REPORTS: Grantee agrees to submit semi-annual financial and performance reports no
later than April 30 and October 30 of each year following execution of this Agreement.
The semi-annual reports shall provide supporting documentation detailing Allowable Cost
expenditures and Project activities during the reporting period. The Grantee further agrees
to submit a Completion Report no later than ninety (90) days after the end of the Project
Performance Period. The Completion Report must include a summary financial report
detailing Project expenditures and a certification confirming both that Grantee has
completed all Project Services and that all expenditures by Grantee of funds received
pursuant to this Agreement constituted Allowable Costs. The Completion Report shall
include supporting documentation establishing the Allowable Costs as to all expenditures,
documents necessary to evidence successful Project completion, and any other documents
to be maintained by ADCNR for purposes of recordkeeping and audit compliance.
Additionally, if requested by ADCNR, data and reports generated or compiled within the
scope of this Agreement shall be provided in digital format as may be specified by
ADCNR. Grantee agrees that failure to submit such reports in a timely manner may result
in the termination of this Agreement. All reports and correspondence submitted to ADCNR
in connection with this Agreement shall be identified by the Grant Number identified above
and shall be sent to the following:
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Attention: GOMESA Coordinator
31115 Five Rivers Blvd.
Spanish Fort, AL 36527
11. INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS:
a. Grantee agrees to protect, defend, indemnify, save and hold harmless the State of
Alabama and ADCNR, and any and all of their officers, agents, and employees, from
and against any and all claims, demands, expense and liability arising out of injury
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may occur or in any way grow out of, any act or omission of Grantee, its officers,
agents, and employees, the Grantee, and the Grantee’s agents, servants, employees,
and subcontractors. Grantee’s obligation and duty to protect, defend, indemnify,
save and hold harmless ADCNR and its agents and employees shall include and
extend to any and all costs, expenses, attorney fees, judgements, awards, and
settlements incurred by the parties or their agents or employees as a result of any
claims, demands, and/or causes of action arising out of the performance of the
obligations or objectives set forth herein by Grantee. Grantee agrees to investigate,
handle, respond to, provide defense for and defend any such claims, demand, or suit
at its sole expense and agrees to bear all other costs and expenses related thereto,
even if the claims are groundless, false or fraudulent.
b. The provisions of this Paragraph shall survive the Agreement Term and remain a
continuing obligation of Grantee.
12. CLAIMS FOR LIENS: Grantee shall be solely liable for and shall hold the State of
Alabama, all State Agencies, Boards and Commissions, along with the respective officers,
agents, servants, employees, and volunteers of each, harmless from any and all claims or
liens for labor, services or material furnished to Grantee in connection with the
performance of its obligations under this Agreement.
13. ASSIGNMENT / AMENDMENT: Grantee shall not assign or otherwise transfer any
interest in this Agreement without the prior written consent of ADCNR. ADCNR may from
time to time, request amendments to various provisions of this Agreement. Such
amendments, which are mutually agreed upon between ADCNR and Grantee, must be in
writing and approved by all signatory/authorities prior to becoming effective.
14. CLOSEOUT PROCESS: The closeout process is the final reconciliation and reporting
of program expenses and activities. This involves reviewing program expenditures and
completion of deliverables, resolving any open commitments, collecting subrecipient
documents, and submitting the required final reports, while adhering to the schedule
developed by ADCNR. Grantee shall promptly finalize the closeout process upon the
conclusion of the Project Performance Period. Any remaining payments or amounts
otherwise due to Grantee may be withheld until all closeout documents and
deliverables have been received by ADCNR.
15. TITLE VI AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The Grantee will
comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (P.L. 88-352) and all requirements
issued pursuant to that title. In accordance with Title VI of that Act, no person in the United
States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin be excluded from participation
in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program
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16. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS: This Agreement shall be binding upon the successors
and assigns of the respective Parties hereto.
17. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS: The Grantee shall comply with all applicable laws,
ordinances, regulations, and codes of the federal, state, and local governments in the
performance of this Agreement. Grantee shall procure all applicable federal, state, and
local permits and shall pay all said fees. Grantee further agrees and acknowledges that the
ADCNR is relying upon the Grantee to maintain compliance with all provisions of
GOMESA in connection with Project Services and related activities and expenditures.
18. TAX / ASSESSMENT RESPONSIBILITY: Grantee hereby agrees that the
responsibility for payment of any taxes or assessments associated with the Project shall be
the Grantee's obligation and shall be identified under the appropriate Tax Identification
Number.
19. ACCESS TO RECORDS: The State of Alabama, through ADCNR auditors and/or
Alabama Examiners of Public Accounts, and the Federal Government, through any of their
duly authorized representatives, shall be entitled to audit the books, documents, papers,
records of the Grantee, and any lower tier recipients which are reasonably related to this
Agreement. Grantee agrees to assist with any such audit as requested by ADCNR and
further agrees to the following:
a. Grantee shall maintain all books, documents, papers, accounting records, and other
evidence pertaining to costs incurred and shall make such materials available at
their respective offices at all reasonable times during the Agreement period and for
six (6) years after date of final payment under this Agreement or as otherwise
required pursuant the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Records
Disposition Authority (requirements current as of date of this Agreement available
at: https://archives.alabama.gov/officials/rdas/conservation_rda.pdf), whichever
period expires later, for inspection by any of the above entities, and copies thereof
shall be furnished, if requested.
b. Pursuant to Alabama Act No. 94-414, Grantee must forward a copy of every audit
report issued in connection with funding provided under this Agreement where
public funds are received and/or disbursed to: Department of Examiners of Public
Accounts, P. O. Box 302251, Montgomery, Alabama 36130-2251, ATTN: Audit
Report Repository; or to [email protected]. Grantee shall
also simultaneously therewith forward a copy of same to ADCNR.
c. The provisions of this Paragraph shall survive the Agreement Term and remain a
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20. INSURANCE: In addition, Grantee shall maintain in force, at its sole expense, liability
insurance for injury or death or damage to property, in the amount of FIVE MILLION
DOLLARS ($5,000,000) for claims which may occur or in any way grow out of any act or
omission of Grantee or its officers, agents, or employees, which is intended to provide
insurance coverage for Grantee’s indemnity obligations as set forth in Paragraph 11, and
shall include ADCNR, its officers, employees, and agents, as additional insureds in said
insurance policy. Grantee shall provide to ADCNR a current certificate of insurance. Any
notices required to be provided by ADCNR hereunder shall be made to General Counsel,
State of Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, 64 North Union
Street, Suite 474, Montgomery, Alabama, 36130.
21. TERMINATION: In addition to terms of Paragraphs 8, 25, and 37, this Agreement may
be terminated as follows:
a. If, in the determination of ADCNR, Grantee fails to fulfill in timely and proper
manner its obligations under this Agreement or violates any of the covenants,
agreements or stipulations of this Agreement, ADCNR, in addition to all other
available remedies, shall thereupon have the right to terminate this Agreement by
giving written notice to Grantee, pursuant to Paragraph 32, of such termination and
specifying the effective date thereof, at least fifteen (15) days before the effective
date. In that event, at the option of ADCNR, all finished or unfinished documents,
data, studies, surveys, drawings, maps, models, photographs, and reports or other
material prepared by Grantee under this Agreement shall become the property of
ADCNR.
b. ADCNR may terminate this Agreement at any time without cause by giving written
notice to Grantee, pursuant to Paragraph 32, of such termination and specifying the
effective date thereof, at least thirty (30) days before the effective date. In that event,
at the option of ADCNR, all finished or unfinished documents, data, studies,
surveys, drawings, maps, models, photographs, and reports or other material
prepared by Grantee under this Agreement shall become the property of ADCNR.
c. If the Agreement is terminated by ADCNR, as provided herein, Grantee shall
promptly submit a statement detailing the actual services performed and associated
Allowable Costs to date of termination. The Grantee shall immediately return any
remaining funds to ADCNR in such manner as specified by ADCNR.
22. PRESS / EVENTS: Grantee shall notify the ADCNR of the location, date, and time of
any press conferences, press releases, etc. related to this Project at least five (5) working
days prior to the scheduled event or release.
23. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CERTIFICATION: The Grantee by his/her/its signature,
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now exist which have, may have or have had any effect on this Agreement or any
expenditure of funds associated with this Agreement. In addition, in the event Grantee
cannot maintain this certification at any point during the Agreement Term, Grantee shall
immediately notify ADCNR in writing at the address set forth in Paragraph 32 and suspend
performance of services under this Agreement as well as any expenditure of funds under
this Agreement until the potential conflict of interest is resolved to ADCNR’s satisfaction.
24. NONDISCRIMINATION: Grantee agrees to comply with all federal and state laws
which prohibit discrimination, including on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex,
pregnancy, national origin, genetic information, veteran status or disability.
25. NON-APPROPRIATION AND PRORATION: When funds are not appropriated or
otherwise made available to support continuation of performance in a subsequent fiscal
period, the Agreement shall be cancelled, and, to the extent permissible by law, the Grantee
shall be reimbursed for the reasonable value of any non recurring costs incurred but not
amortized in the price of the supplies or services delivered under the Agreement. To the
extent permissible by law, this cost of cancellation may be paid from any appropriations
available for that purpose.
In the event that proration of appropriated funds from which the State is to pay the Grantee
is declared by the Governor pursuant to Section 41-4-90 of the Code of Alabama, the
Grantee shall have the option, in addition to the other remedies of the Agreement, of
renegotiating the Agreement to extend or change payment terms or amounts, or terminating
the Agreement. In all circumstances, it is agreed that the terms and commitments of this
Agreement shall not constitute a debt of the State of Alabama in violation of Section 213
of the Constitution of Alabama, as amended.
26. NOT A DEBT OF THE STATE: It is agreed that the terms and commitments contained
herein shall not be constituted as a debt of the State of Alabama in violation of Article 11,
Section 213 of the Constitution of Alabama, 1901, as amended by Amendment Number
26. It is further agreed that if any provision of this Agreement shall contravene any statute
or constitutional provision or amendment, either now in effect or which may, during the
course of this Agreement, be enacted, then that conflicting provision in the Agreement shall
be deemed null and void.
27. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION: In the event of any dispute between the
Parties, senior officials of both Parties shall meet and engage in a good faith attempt to
resolve the dispute. Should that effort fail and the dispute involves the payment of money,
a party’s sole remedy is the filing of a claim with the Board of Adjustment of the State of
Alabama. For any and all other disputes arising under the terms of this Agreement which
are not resolved by negotiation, the Parties agree to utilize appropriate forms of nonbinding alternative dispute resolution including, but not limited to, mediation. Such dispute
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selected from the roster of mediators maintained by the Center For Dispute Resolution of
the Alabama State Bar.
28. IMMIGRATION: By signing this Agreement, the Grantee affirms, for the duration of
the Agreement, that it will not violate federal immigration law or knowingly employ, hire
for employment, or continue to employ an unauthorized alien within the State of
Alabama. Furthermore, if found to be in violation of this provision, Grantee shall be
deemed in breach of the Agreement and shall be responsible for all damages resulting
therefrom.
29. NOT ENTITLED TO MERIT SYSTEM: Grantee understands and agrees that nothing
in this Agreement entitles Grantee to any benefits of the Alabama State Merit System.
30. BOYCOTT: In compliance with Alabama Act No. 2016-312, Grantee hereby certifies
that it is not currently engaged in, and will not engage in, the boycott of a person or an
entity based in or doing business with a jurisdiction with which the State can enjoy open
trade.
31. ECONOMIC BOYCOTT: In compliance with Ala. Act No. 2023-409, by signing this
Agreement, Grantee provides written verification that Grantee, without violating
controlling law or regulation, does not and will not, during the term of the Agreement
engage in economic boycotts as the term “economic boycott” is defined in Section 1 of the
Act.
32. NOTICE: Contact information of Parties for purposes of providing notice pursuant to the
terms of this Agreement will be as set forth below, unless and until updated information is
provided:
All notices required to be given to ADCNR shall be sufficient if sent by certified mail or
overnight courier to the following address:
To ADCNR:
Attention: Christopher M. Blankenship, Commissioner
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
64 N. Union St., Suite 468
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All notices required to be given to the Grantee shall be sufficient if sent by certified mail
or overnight courier to the following address:
To Grantee:
City of Daphne
Attention: Robin LeJeune, Mayor
1705 Main Street
Daphne, AL 36526
33. SEVERABILITY: In the event any terms or provisions of this Agreement are deemed to
be invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect the validity
or enforceability of the remaining terms or provisions hereof.
34. GOVERNING LAW / SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY: This Agreement and related matters
shall be construed in accordance with and governed by the substantive and adjective laws
of the State of Alabama, including but not limited to the State’s right of immunity from
suit as provided by Article 1 Section 14 of the Official Recompilation of the Constitution
of Alabama of 1901, as amended, without regard to its conflicts of law provisions.
35. CHOICE OF LAW / VENUE: Grantee agrees that the Laws of the State of Alabama
shall govern and be controlling and binding over the provisions of the rights herein granted,
including but not limited to the State's right of immunity from suit as provided by Article
1 Section 14 of the Official Recompilation of the Constitution of Alabama of 1901, and
that, notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, the venue of any legal action brought
in connection herewith shall be the circuit court of Montgomery County, Alabama.
36. ENFORCEMENT OF RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: Failure of ADCNR to strictly
or promptly enforce the rights and obligations herein shall not operate as a waiver thereof.
37. FORCE MAJEURE: In the case of a Force Majeure Event as defined herein, ADCNR
reserves the right to immediately terminate the Agreement without prior notice to Grantee.
Should this occur, neither party shall be liable for or be considered in breach of this
Agreement due to any failure to perform its obligations as a result of a cause beyond its
control, including, without limitation: (i) acts of God; (ii) flood, fire or explosion; (iii)
actions, embargoes, quarantines, or blockades in effect on or after the date of this
Agreement; (iv) national, state, or regional emergency whether ongoing or occurring on or
after the date of this Agreement; (v) public health emergencies, outbreak, epidemic, or
pandemic, whether ongoing or occurring on or after the date of this Agreement, including,
without limitation, COVID-19; or (vi) any other event which is beyond the reasonable
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38. NO AGENCY: By entering into this Agreement, Grantee understands and agrees it is not
an agent of the State, its officers, employees, agents or assigns. The Grantee is an
independent entity from the State and nothing in this Agreement creates an agency
relationship between the Parties.
39. COUNTERPARTS: This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each
of which shall be deemed an original but all of which together shall constitute one and the
same instrument.
40. SUPERSEDES: ADCNR and grantee represent that this Agreement supersedes all
proposals, oral and written, all previous contracts, agreements, negotiations, and all other
communications between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof.
41. REVIEW AND EXECUTION: Grantee acknowledges and agrees that it has had the
opportunity to seek legal counsel in connection with reviewing and executing this
Agreement. Accordingly, any rule of law or legal decision potentially requiring
interpretation of any claimed ambiguity in this Agreement against the drafting party shall
have no application and is expressly waived by Grantee.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed by their
respective officers thereunto duly authorized.

ADCNR:

GRANTEE:

________________________________
Christopher M. Blankenship
Commissioner

____________________________________
Robin LeJeune, Mayor
City of Daphne

Date: ____________________________

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EXHIBIT A
State of Alabama
GOMESA
Disbursement Justification
Background:
GOMESA was enacted by Congress in 2006 and significantly enhances outer Continental Shelf
(OCS) oil and gas leasing activities and revenue sharing in the Gulf of America. Among other
things, GOMESA provides for enhanced sharing of leasing revenues with Gulf producing states
and the Land & Water Conservation Fund for Coastal Restoration projects. GOMESA authorizes
uses of the proceeds for the following purposes:
a. Projects and activities for the purposes of coastal protection, including conservation,
coastal restoration, hurricane protection, and infrastructure directly affected by
coastal wetland losses;
b. Mitigation of damage to fish, wildlife, or natural resources;
c. Implementation of a federally approved marine, coastal, or comprehensive
conservation management plan;
d. Mitigation of the impact of outer Continental Shelf activities through the funding
of onshore infrastructure projects; and
e. Planning assistance and the administrative costs of complying with GOMESA.
Project Description:
Jubilee Recreation and Fishing Pier at Bayfront Park – City of Daphne
Through the development of the 2021 Comprehensive Bayfront Park Master Plan, City of Daphne
leaders envisioned an improved Bayfront Park (Figure 1) with an outdoor event
space/amphitheater, waterfront boardwalk, public restrooms, a recreation and fishing pier,
designated viewing and educational areas, and a 12-15’ wide boardwalk and trail system that will
connect residents and visitors to Bayfront Park from Interstate 10 via pedestrian access (Figure 2).
The City previously utilized $4 million of GOMESA funding to support the purchase of 8.5 acres
to expand Bayfront Park (G-CDBA/21/CD). This significant acquisition, with acreage adjacent to
Bayfront Park, included a 90,000 square foot medical center which will be converted into the City
of Daphne Recreation Center and provides a large parking lot. In 2023, the City of Daphne was
awarded $7.5 million in GOMESA funding (G-CDBP/23/CD) to implement the next priority phase
of the Bayfront Park Master Plan, which includes the construction of the outdoor event space and
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which will further improve Bayfront Park by launching the renovations of the medical center to
convert space into the Recreation Center.
This 2026 GOMESA project will fund the engineering and design, permitting, grant
administration, and contribute to construction of the recreation and fishing pier at Bayfront Park.
To bridge any remaining project funding needs, the City of Daphne will secure funding necessary
to complete the construction of the pier. The new pier will serve as a multi-use destination,
providing public fishing access and a premier setting in coastal Alabama to enjoy the breathtaking
sunsets over Mobile Bay. In addition to fishing and sunset viewing, the pier will support
birdwatching, as Bayfront Park is recognized as one of the most biologically diverse birding
hotspots along the Alabama Gulf Coast. The current 10-foot-wide pier was constructed around
2003 and extends approximately 180 feet into Mobile Bay (Figure 3). The new pier will be ADA
accessible from Bayfront Park and extend approximately 1,100 feet into the bay with a width of
16 feet (Figure 4). Designed for resilience, the pier will be constructed with storm-rated concrete
pilings, elevated decking, and reinforced composite or concrete materials to withstand hurricanes
and tropical storms, ensuring long-term durability. This project will strengthen the community’s
connection to Mobile Bay while also promoting conservation stewardship and outdoor recreation.
This project meets several GOMESA Authorized Uses including projects for the purposes of
coastal protection, including conservation, coastal restoration, and hurricane protection;
mitigation of damage to fish, wildlife, or natural resources; implementation of a federally
approved marine, coastal, or comprehensive conservation management plan; and mitigation of
the impact of OCS activities through onshore infrastructure. Upon completion, the expanded
public access opportunities and associated planned access design will mitigate impacts to natural
resources caused by unmanaged access and user pressure due to currently limited access points.
Such unmanaged access often results in adverse environmental impacts associated with increased
sediment load from shoreline de-stabilization, rutting/soil compaction, and increased siltation of
wetland habitats. Furthermore, the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program’s Comprehensive
Conservation & Management Plan (CCMP) for Alabama’s Estuaries & Coast 2026-2036 seeks to
enhance existing public access sites under Activity Number G6 Ecosystem Restoration and
Protection - 1 (G6-ERP-1). In addition, Section 309(a)(3) of the Alabama Coastal Area
Management Program (ACAMP) seeks to attain increased opportunities for public access to
coastal areas of recreational, historical, aesthetic, ecological, or cultural value. This project will
enhance public access and increase outdoor recreational opportunities for residents and visitors
across Baldwin County where access to the waterfront and natural resources is limited.
Project Duration:
This project is expected to take approximately twenty-four (24) months from the execution of
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Project Costs:
Funding will be provided to the Grantee as two installments.
The first installment will be disbursed following execution of the Grant Agreement for this project
and submission of an invoice for payment of Allowable Costs which includes satisfactory evidence
that Grantee is in compliance with insurance requirements set forth in Paragraph 20 of the
Agreement.
The second and final installment will be disbursed following submission of an invoice that includes
(1) satisfactory evidence that Grantee is in compliance with insurance requirements set forth in
Paragraph 20 of the Agreement; (2) satisfactory verification that construction completion of
project components can be achieved through available funding; (3) satisfactory verification that
all previously disbursed funds have been and will be used for Allowable Costs.
Anticipated Costs:
Installment

Category

Estimated Cost

1

Pre-Construction Services (including Engineering &
Design, Permitting) and Grant Administration

$400,000

2

Construction Costs

$4,600,000

Total GOMESA Funding Not to Exceed
City of Daphne Contribution (or such amount as necessary to achieve
construction completion of the project)
Estimated Total Project Cost

$5,000,000
$1,000,000
$6,000,000

Category line items above are general descriptions of the type of activities anticipated to be
necessary in order to achieve project completion. These categories may include itemized personnel
time and/or contract services associated with project activities. In addition, the final costs of project
activities may vary from the individual line-item estimates set forth above. However, funding shall
in no event exceed the total amount of approved funding for Allowable Costs as set forth pursuant
to the Grant Agreement. Grantee agrees and acknowledges that GOMESA funds cannot serve as
a non-federal match for any other federal grant program.

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Nexus to Authorized Use:
This project meets the criteria set forth in authorized uses: (a) Projects and activities for the
purposes of coastal protection, including conservation, coastal restoration, hurricane protection,
and infrastructure directly affected by coastal wetland losses; (b) Mitigation of damage to fish,
wildlife, or natural resources; (c) Implementation of a federally approved marine, coastal, or
comprehensive conservation management plan; and (d) Mitigation of the impact of outer
Continental Shelf activities through the funding of onshore infrastructure projects.
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Submitted and Approved By:

______________________________________
Robin LeJeune, Mayor
City of Daphne

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Figure 1: City of Daphne Bayfront Park Location

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Figure 2: Eastern Shore Waterfront Connection

Figure 3: Existing City of Daphne Bayfront Park and Pier

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Figure 4: Drawing of the Jubilee Recreation and Fishing Pier

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CITY OF DAPHNE, ALABAMA
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-61
2026-L-RED GULLY DRAINAGE CHANNEL IMPROVEMENTS-NRCS #
NR264101XXXXC004
WHEREAS, the City of Daphne is required under section 39-2-2 of the Code of Alabama
to secure competitive bids for public works contracts in excess of $100,000; and
WHEREAS, The City of Daphne acknowledges that the cost for the Red Gully Drainage
Channel Improvements will exceed this amount; and
WHEREAS, two bids were received for the Red Gully Drainage Channel Improvements;
and
WHEREAS, Staff has reviewed the bids for the Red Gully Drainage Channel
Improvements and determined that the lowest responsive and responsible bidder as presented is
reasonable; and
WHEREAS, the subject bid is hereby certified contemporaneously with the passing of this
resolution that the bid was let in compliance with all applicable provisions of Alabama law; and
WHEREAS, Staff recommends the bid be awarded to James Brother’s Excavating, Inc. as
the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DAPHNE, ALABAMA, that the City
1. Accept the bid of James Brother’s Excavating Inc. in the amount of $1,432,120.65 for BID
SPECIFICATION
NO:
2026-L-RED
GULLY
DRAINAGE
CHANNEL
IMPROVEMENTS - NRCS # NR264101XXXXC004.
2. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to do or perform or cause to be done or
performed in the name of and behalf of the City such other acts, and to execute, deliver, file
and record such other instruments, documents, certificates, notifications and related
documents, all as shall be required by law or necessary or desirable to carry out the provisions
and purposes of this resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAPHNE,
ALABAMA, THIS
day of
, 2026

_____________________________
Robin LeJeune, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________________
Cindy Beaudreau, City Clerk

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CITY OF DAPHNE, ALABAMA
RESOLUTION 2026-62
APPROPRIATION: RED GULLY DRAINAGE CHANNEL IMPROVEMENTS – NRCS
#NR264101XXXXC004
WHEREAS, Ordinance 2026-31 approved and adopted the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget on September
21, 2026; and
WHEREAS, subsequent to the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, the City Council has
determined that certain appropriations are required and should be approved and made a part of the Fiscal
Year 2027 budget; and
WHEREAS, as a result of heavy rains, watersheds and their drainage systems located within the
City of Daphne sustained severe damage and require emergency repairs in order to prevent further impacts
to the City’s watersheds; and
WHEREAS, the City of Daphne has received funding (Award NR264101XXXXC004) from the
U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) through their Emergency
Watershed Protection (EWP) program in the amount $610,995 for watershed emergency repairs at Red
Gully Drainage Channel with a required match of $185,150; and
WHEREAS, the City has also received state funding from the Alabama Department of
Transportation (ALDOT) in the amount of $250,000 (Project#ST-002-999-016) for the Red Gully Channel
Improvements project ; and
WHEREAS, the Red Gully Drainage Channel Improvements project has been bid with a total
project cost of $1,588,852 (Construction - $1,432,121; Engineering - $57,000; Contingency - $71,606; Other
- $28,125); and
WHEREAS, an additional appropriation of $727,857 is needed to complete this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DAPHNE, ALABAMA, that
1) Funds in the amount $727,857 from the General Fund and transferred to the Capital Reserve Fund
are hereby appropriated and made part of the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget for the Red Gully Drainage
Channel Improvements project.
2) The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to do or perform or cause to be done or performed in the
name of and behalf of the City such other acts, and to execute, deliver, file and record such other
instruments, documents, certificates, notifications and related documents, all as shall be required by
law or necessary or desirable to carry out the provisions and purposes of this resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAPHNE,
ALABAMA, THIS
DAY OF
, 2026.

ATTEST:

Robin LeJeune, Mayor

Cindy Beaudreau, City Clerk
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CITY OF DAPHNE, ALABAMA
RESOLUTION 2026- 63
APPROPRIATION: ADDITIONAL ENGINEERING – MAIN STREET
REVITALIZATION
WHEREAS, Ordinance 2026-31 approved and adopted the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget on
September 15, 2025; and
WHEREAS, subsequent to the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, the City Council
has determined that certain appropriations are required and should be approved and made a part of
the Fiscal Year 2027 budget; and
WHEREAS, the City has previously engaged Jade Consulting to provide professional
services for the Civil Design and Construction Document Preparation for the Main Street
Revitalization Project from Potters Mill Avenue to Lott Park and used occupancy fee proceeds to fund
these agreements; and
WHEREAS, the City has received an additional contract proposal from Jade Consulting in
the amount of $11,150 related to professional services for additional surveying services for the Main
Street Revitalization project; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance 2022-56 provides for an occupancy fee to be deposited into the
Lodging Tax Fund that can be appropriated by the City Council pursuant to applicable law; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to use the occupancy fee proceeds to fund this
agreement for professional services with Jade Consulting in the amount of $11,150 for the
aforementioned services related to the Main Street Revitalization Project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DAPHNE, ALABAMA, that:
1. Funds in the amount of $11,150 from the Lodging Tax Fund are appropriated and made a
part of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget for additional professional services related to the Main
Street Revitalization Project.
2. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to do or perform or cause to be done or
performed in the name of and behalf of the City such other acts, and to execute, deliver, file
and record such other instruments, documents, certificates, notifications and related
documents, all as shall be required by law or necessary or desirable to carry out the provisions
and purposes of this resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAPHNE,
ALABAMA this
day of
, 2026.
_________________________________
Robin LeJeune, Mayor
ATTEST:
___
Cindy Beaudreau, City Clerk

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CITY OF DAPHNE, ALABAMA
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-35
ORDINANCE CORRECTING LEGAL DESCRIPTION IN ORDINANCE NO. 2026-30
WHEREAS, the Bayshore Christian School Foundation, Inc. petitioned the City of
Daphne to annex certain property described in the petition and its attachments, including a tract of
approximately 3.00 acres situated immediately south of the tract identified as Parcel 1 in Ordinance
No. 2026-30;
WHEREAS, the petition, map, and materials presented to and advertised for the City
Council included that 3.00-acre tract;
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2026-30 on September 21, 2026,
assenting to the annexation, and the ordinance was recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate
of Baldwin County, Alabama, on September 24, 2026, as Instrument No. 2279598; and
WHEREAS, through a clerical duplication in Section Three of Ordinance No. 2026-30,
the legal description appearing under “PARCELS 3A & 3B” was repeated under “PARCEL 4,” in
place of the description of the 3.00-acre tract included in the owner’s petition;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DAPHNE, ALABAMA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION ONE:

CORRECTION TO SECTION THREE OF ORDINANCE
NO. 2026-30

The legal description under the heading “PARCEL 4” in Section Three of Ordinance No.
2026-30 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
PARCEL 4
Commence at a point being used as the Northwest corner of the Northeast Quarter of
Section 28, Township 5 South, Range 2 East, Baldwin County, Alabama, thence run South
00 degrees 00 minutes 45 seconds East 1369.95 feet to a point; thence run South 89 degrees
57 minutes 07 seconds East 24.34 feet to a point; thence run South 89 degrees 57 minutes
07 seconds East 470.11 feet to a point in a fence; thence run South 00 degrees 03 minutes
06 seconds West 1122.96 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence run South 89 degrees 55
minutes 54 seconds East 665.94 feet to a point in a fence; thence run South 00 degrees 16
minutes 23 seconds West along said fence 196.26 feet to a fence corner; thence run North
89 degrees 55 minutes 54 seconds West 665.18 feet to a point; thence run North 00 degrees
03 minutes 06 seconds East 196.26 feet to the Point of Beginning, having an area of 3.00
acres, more or less.
TOGETHER WITH a 40 foot wide easement for ingress and egress across the Northern
margin of the West Half of the Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of said Section
28, Township 5 South, Range 2 East, and the West three fourths of the East Half of the
Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 28, Township 5 South, Range
2 East.

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SECTION TWO:

LIMITED EFFECT

This ordinance corrects the duplicated Parcel 4 description to reflect the tract included in
the owner’s petition and the materials before the City Council. All other provisions and
descriptions in Ordinance No. 2026-30 remain in effect without change. The map accompanying
Ordinance No. 2026-30 is unchanged.
SECTION THREE: PUBLICATION AND RECORDING
This ordinance shall become effective upon publication as provided by law. The City Clerk
shall cause a certified copy of this ordinance to be filed in the Office of the Judge of Probate of
Baldwin County, Alabama, with reference to Ordinance No. 2026-30, recorded as Instrument No.
2279598.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DAPHNE, ALABAMA, THIS THE _____ DAY OF ____________________, 2026.

Robin LeJeune, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Cindy Beaudreau, City Clerk

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