On the agenda: Gulf Shores meeting — flock camera (Aug 24)

AGENDA
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF GULF SHORES, ALABAMA
AUGUST 24, 2026
4:00 P.M.

1. Call To Order
2. Invocation
A. Pastor Larry Wood, Saint Andrew By The Sea.
3. Pledge Of Allegiance
4. Roll Call
5. Approval Of Minutes
1. August 10, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
2. August 17, 2026 - Council Works Session Meeting

Documents:
MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - AUGUST 10, 2026.PDF
MINUTES - COW - AUGUST 17, 2026.PDF
6. Approval Of Expense Vouchers
7. New Business

A. Resolution - Amend Lease Agreement - ALDOT - Canal Park Boat Launch
Documents:
RESO - AMEND ALDOT LEASE AGREEMENT - JW.PDF
B. Resolution - Authorize One-Time Lump Sum Addition To Retirement Benefits
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE RETIREE ONE-TIME BONUS PAY.PDF
HR - AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY - APPROVE ONE-TIME LONGEVITY

B. Resolution - Authorize One-Time Lump Sum Addition To Retirement Benefits
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE RETIREE ONE-TIME BONUS PAY.PDF
HR - AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY - APPROVE ONE-TIME LONGEVITY
BONUS FOR ELIGIBLE CITY RETIREES.PDF
C. Resolution - Board Appointment - Building Board Of Adjustments & Appeals - Pitts
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE BOARD APPOINTMENT - BBAA - PITTS.PDF
D. Resolution - Authorize Street Acceptance - The Village Craft Farms Phase 1 & 2
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE ACCEPTANCE OF STREETS - VILLAGES AT CRAFT
FARMS.PDF
E. Resolution - Adopt Transportation Plan 2027
Documents:
RESO - ADOPT TRANSPORTATION PLAN FY2027.PDF
F. Resolution - Authorize Gulf Shores Fire Rescue Pay Adjustment Request
Documents:
RESO - FIRE DEPARTMENT POSITION AND PAY ADJUSTMENT.PDF
G. Resolution - Reclassify Positions & Create Position
Documents:
RESO - RECLASSIFY POSITIONS AND CREATE POSITION.PDF
H. Resolution - Authorize Professional Services Contract - Next Move Group, LLC
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT - RECRUTING
SERVICES - NEXT MOVE GROUP, LLC.PDF
I. Resolution - Authorize Professional Services Contract - Find Great People
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT - RECRUTING
SERVICES - FIND GREAT PEOPLE.PDF
J. Ordinance - Amend Code - Speed Limit
Documents:
ORD - AMEND CODE - SPEED LIMITS.PDF
8. Committee Reports
9. Staff Reports
10. Hearing Of Persons Not Listed On Formal Agenda

ORD - AMEND CODE - SPEED LIMITS.PDF
8. Committee Reports
9. Staff Reports
10. Hearing Of Persons Not Listed On Formal Agenda
11. Adjourn

DRAFT
MINUTES OF
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF GULF SHORES, ALABAMA
AUGUST 10, 2026

Mayor Robert Craft called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. at the Gulf Shores City Hall Council
Chambers.
The invocation was delivered by Councilman Stephen E. Jones.
Upon roll call, the following officials answered "present": Councilman Joe Garris, Jr.,
Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie, Councilman Philip Harris, Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D.,
Councilman Stephen E. Jones and Mayor Robert Craft.
Councilman Joe Garris, Jr. moved to approve the minutes of the Special Work Session Meeting of
July 27, 2026, as presented; seconded by Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie; was discussed and
considered in full by the Council; and upon the question, the vote thereon was as follows:
Councilman Joe Garris, Jr. “aye”, Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie, “aye”, Councilman Philip Harris,
“abstain”, Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D., “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor
Robert Craft, “aye”.
Furthermore, Councilman Philip Harris moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Council
Meeting of July 27, 2026, as presented; seconded by Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D.; was discussed
and considered in full by the Council; and upon the question, the vote thereon was as follows:
Councilman Joe Garris, Jr. “aye”, Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie, “aye”, Councilman Philip Harris,
“aye”, Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D., “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor
Robert Craft, “aye”.
At this time, Councilman Joe Garris, Jr. moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Council
Meeting of July 27, 2026, as presented; seconded by Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie; was discussed
and considered in full by the Council; and upon the question, the vote thereon was as follows:
Councilman Joe Garris, Jr. “aye”, Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie, “aye”, Councilman Philip Harris,
“aye”, Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D., “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor
Robert Craft, “aye”.
Councilman Stephen E. Jones moved to approve the expense vouchers in the amount of
$6,393,461.04 seconded by Councilman Philip Harris; and the vote of those officials present was
unanimously in favor of the motion.
The City Clerk noted that the complete list of vouchers to be paid, as reflected on a computer
printout, had been made a permanent record in the Clerk's office.
Gulf Shores Police Department Lt. Josh Hoguet awarded Sgt. Will Phillips and Command Sgt.
Landon Coker with Lifesaving Awards, both administered lifesaving treatment to individuals
suffering from a cardiac event.

MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING – August 10, 2026.
Gulf Shores Fire Rescue Chief of Staff Melvin Sheppard recognized Omar Lagos as the Lifeguard of
the Month for July 2026. After which, he gave a brief summary of Mr. Lagos’s work history which
led to him receiving this award.
Assistant Director of Recreation and Cultural Affairs Laura Waldrop introduced and recommended
approval for the Bloody Mary 5K Large Group Activity Application that was submitted by Mike
Pate. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 5:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Councilman Philip Harris moved to approve the application from Mike Pate to host the Bloody Mary
5K; seconded by Councilman Stephen E. Jones; and the vote thereon was as follows: Councilman Joe
Garris, Jr., “aye”, Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie, “aye”, Councilman Philip Harris, “aye”,
Councilman Jason Dyken, “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor Robert Craft,
"aye". Whereupon Mayor Robert Craft declared the motion carried.
Furthermore, Assistant Director of Recreation and Cultural Affairs Laura Waldrop introduced and
recommended approval of the 53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival Large Group Activity
Application with the following contingencies: submission of their General & Liquor COI and
Confirmation of their State Liquor License. The application was submitted by Stephen Jones on
behalf of the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber. The event is scheduled for Thursday, October 8,
2026 – Saturday, October 10, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. & Sunday, October 11, 2026 – 10:00
a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D. moved to approve the application from Stephen Jones on behalf of
the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber to host the 53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival with
contingencies; seconded by Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie; and the vote thereon was as follows:
Councilman Joe Garris, Jr., “aye”, Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie, “aye”, Councilman Philip Harris,
“aye”, Councilman Jason Dyken, “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “abstain”, and Mayor Robert
Craft, "aye". Whereupon Mayor Robert Craft declared the motion carried.
Mayor Robert Craft stated that this was the time and place for the public hearing, as advertised, on an
application from The Salty Whisker, LLC d/b/a The Salty Whisker for a 040 – Retail Beer (on or off
premises), 060 – Retail Table Wine (on or off premises) License.
The City Clerk reported the dates on which the required advertising was done. The departmental
review is complete. There were no written objections received.
Whereupon, Councilman Stephen E. Jones moved to approve the application from The Salty
Whisker, LLC d/b/a The Salty Whisker for a 040 – Retail Beer (on or off premises), 060 – Retail
Table Wine (on or off premises) License and to notify the ABC Board; seconded by Councilman Joe
Garris, Jr; and the vote of those officials present was as follows: Councilman Joe Garris, Jr., “aye”,
Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie, “aye”, Councilman Philip Harris, “aye”, Councilman Jason Dyken,
“aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, "aye", and Mayor Robert Craft, “aye”. Mayor Robert Craft
declared the motion carried.

MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING – August 10, 2026.
Furthermore, Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D. moved for the adoption of the following Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 7168 -26 Authorize Agreement – ADEM - ACAMP
The motion to defer the consider for the adoption of Resolution No. 7168-26 was seconded by
Councilman Joe Garris, Jr.; was regularly put; was discussed and considered in full by the Council;
and upon the question, the vote thereon was as follows: Councilman Joe Garris, Jr., “aye”,
Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie, “aye”, Councilman Philip Harris, “aye”, Councilman Jason Dyken,
M.D. “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor Robert Craft, “aye”. Whereupon
Mayor Robert Craft declared Resolution No. 7168-26 duly and legally adopted.
At this time, Chief Building Official Brandan Franklin presented Roy Collins with a Certificate of
Appreciation recognizing his upcoming retirement from ADEM. Mr. Franklin gave a brief summary
of the valuable relationship Mr. Collins has maintained with the city during his career with ADEM,
especially after the 2010 Oil Spill.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:

No report at this time.
STAFF REPORTS:
City Engineer Jenny Wolfschlag announced a new signal light was being installed by the high school
and should be active by Wednesday, August 12th.
Airport Director Jesse Fosnaugh gave a brief update on the number of passengers that have come
through the airport terminal.
HEARING OF PERSONS NOT LISTED ON FORMAL AGENDA:
Tara McMeans gave a brief summary of the ep!p program, a South Baldwin Entrepreneur Program
provided by the South Baldwin Foundation and sponsored by numerous area businesses. The
program gives students in middle and high school information about starting their own business or
how to become an entrepreneur. A former student via phone gave her personal testimony of how the
program assisted her in starting her own local cleaning business at the age of 18.
Gulf Shores City School Superintendent Dr. Matt Akin thanked everyone who attended the ribbon
cutting at the new high school earlier in the day stating it was a special day. The Tuesdy Tours would
be held at the new high school the next 3 Tuesday to give the community a chance to view the new
school.
Board President Kevin S. Corcoran asked everyone who wished to tour the new school to please sign
up at gsboe.org so they would know how many to expect.
Several meeting attendees addressed the Mayor & Council with concerns regarding the use of Flock
Cameras, one citizen asked the council to reconsider their usage and to have them removed.

MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING – August 10, 2026.
Local citizen Blair Castro inquired about the new traffic signal being installed at the high school, that
when they are installed, they usually blink for 7 days, why was the city not doing that? City Engineer
Jenny Wolfschlag addressed her concern stating this was not an ALDOT signal, but a city one and it
had already been tested and with presence of police at the intersection for several days, they felt it
would be safe to activate it once it was installed.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Philip Harris moved to
adjourn; seconded by Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie; and the vote of those officials present was
unanimously in favor of the motion.
Mayor Robert Craft declared the meeting adjourned at 4:41 p.m.

____________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor
ATTEST:

__________________________
Tobi Waters MMC, City Clerk

DRAFT
MINUTES
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
CITY OF GULF SHORES, ALABAMA
AUGUST 17, 2026
The City Council of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama met in a Council Work Session Meeting on
Monday, August 17, 2026, at 4:02 p.m. with Mayor Robert Craft presiding. The meeting was held at
City Hall.
Upon roll call, the following members answered present: Councilman Joe Garris, Jr., Councilwoman
Jennifer Guthrie, Councilman Philip Harris, Councilman Jason Dyken, Councilman Stephen E.
Jones and Mayor Robert Craft.
1. Councilman Discussion Period – Councilman Philip Harris
At this time, Councilman Philip Harris stated that before the next item was presented, he wanted
to announce he had an interest in the property on both sides of the boat launch, that he didn’t want
people to wonder why he was being silent. Further stating, he would not be participating in any
discussion or vote regarding this item.
2. City Administrator
A. Amend & Execute Lease Agreements – ALDOT – Canal Park Boat Launch
Councilman Joe Garris, Jr. along with numerous meeting attendees, spoke in opposition of
closing the boat launch. Councilman Stephen E. Jones asked for a show of hands who used the
Canal Park Launch, the launch at the ICW and the Co. Rd. 6 launch. Chief Sealy stated there have
been no incident issues at the launch and it provided an easy ideal place to put their boat. Police
Chief Netemeyer reported a low crime rate at the park
3. City Clerk
A. Board Appointment – Building Board of Adjustments & Appeals
4. Engineering Department
A. Street Acceptance – The Village at Craft Farms Phases 1& 2
B. Adoption of the City of Gulf Shores FY 2027 Transportation Plan
5. Fire Department
A. Gulf Shores Fire Rescue Pay Adjustment Request
6. Human Resource Director
A. Position Classification Changes
B. Professional Services Recruitment Agreement – Find Great People
C. Professional Services Recruitment Agreement – Next Move Group, LLC
7. Public Works Director
A. Coastal Gateway Blvd. School Zone Signage & Speed Limit Change
8. Planning & Zoning Department
A. Prezoning & Annexation Request – 18789 Oak Road West

DRAFT
9. Recreation & Cultural Affairs Department
A. Kids Park Replacement – Budget Consideration Update
10. Mayor Updates
At this time, several people spoke in opposition of flock cameras, stating they deserve fiscal
responsibility and privacy.
Gulf Shores City School Superintendent Dr. Matt Akin gave a brief summary of the school’s
enrollment numbers. Gulf Shores City School Board President Kevin S. Corcoran announced the
first football game would be held this weekend at home. Tuesday Tours continue, so please sign
up!
11. Adjourn

_________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor
ATTEST:

____________________
Tobi Waters, MMC
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

-26

A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO NEGOTIATE
AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE
LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF GULF SHORES AND
THE ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
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WHEREAS, on April 1999, the City entered into a lease agreement with ALDOT to use the
ALDOT ROW under the south end of the HWY 59 bridge for a boat launch and parking area; and
WHEREAS, on September 27, 1999, Resolution 2920-99, the City of Gulf Shores approved a
Cooperative Agreement with the Alabama Department of Conservation & Natural Resources related to
the Canal Park Boat Launch; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GULF SHORES, ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON AUGUST 24, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute an
extension of the lease agreement between the City of Gulf Shores and the Alabama Department of
Transportation concerning the area under the HWY 59 bridge, referred to as Canal Park.
Section 2. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 24th day of August, 2026.

________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________
Tobi Waters, MMC
City Clerk
CERTIFICATE
I, Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, do hereby certify that the
foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. -26 (prepared by City Clerk), which Resolution
was duly and legally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on August 24, 2026.
____________________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO. - 26
RESOLUTION APPROVING A ONE-TIME LUMP SUM
ADDITION TO THE RETIREMENT BENEFITS OF
ELIGIBLE RETIREES AND BENEFICIARIES
OF DECEASED RETIREES OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES
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WHEREAS, Act 2026-608 of the Regular Session of the Alabama Legislature provides
municipalities and other public entities participating in the Retirement Systems of Alabama
(RSA) Employees’ Retirement System with the opportunity to provide a one-time longevity
bonus to eligible retirees; and
WHEREAS, the bonus is calculated at $1 per month, or $12 per year, for each year of creditable
service. Eligible retirees are individuals who retired prior to October 1, 2025. The cost of this
one-time lump sum payment to the City of Gulf Shores is estimated to be $20,741.00; and
WHEREAS, this bonus is to be paid by an increase in the employer contribution rate over a oneyear period from October 1, 2027, through September 30, 2028, or by a one-time lump sum
payment; and
WHEREAS, the City of Gulf Shores City Council wishes to grant a one-time lump sum
payment request for eligible retirees and beneficiaries; and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF
SHORES, ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON AUGUST 24, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That the City of Gulf Shores, through its governing authority, elects to come
under the provisions of Section 2 of Act 608 of the Regular Session of the 2026 State
Legislature.
Section 2. That the City of Gulf Shores agrees to provide all funds necessary to the
Employees’ Retirement System to cover the cost of the one-time lump sum payment as provided
for by Act No. 2026-608 for those eligible retirees and beneficiaries of deceased retirees of the
City of Gulf Shores with the aforementioned lump sum payment being paid in October 2026.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage and
adoption by the City Council.
ADOPTED this 24th day of August, 2026.
__________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor

ATTEST:
________________________________
Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk

CERTIFICATION
I, Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, do hereby certify
that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. -26 (prepared by City Clerk),
which Resolution was duly and legally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on
August 24, 2026.
___________________________
City Clerk

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
SUBJECT: Resolution Authorizing One-Time Longevity Bonus for Eligible City Retirees
Under Act 2026-608
STAFF CONTACT: Tonya T. Wilson, HR Director
COUNCIL MEETING CYCLE: July 24, 2026

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Approve a resolution authorizing the City of Gulf Shores to provide a one-time longevity bonus
to eligible City retirees pursuant to Act 2026-608.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
Recent legislation, Act 2026-608, provides municipalities and other public entities participating
in the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) Employees’ Retirement System with the
opportunity to provide a one-time longevity bonus to eligible retirees.
The bonus is calculated at $1 per month, or $12 per year, for each year of creditable service. For
example, a retiree with 25 years of creditable service would receive a one-time bonus of $300.
For the City of Gulf Shores, the estimated total cost to provide the bonus to eligible retirees is
$20,741.
Eligible retirees are individuals who retired prior to October 1, 2025. If approved, the bonus will
be distributed by RSA in October 2026.
The City may fund the bonus either through a lump-sum payment or by having the cost added to
the City’s monthly RSA contribution rate over a one-year period from October 1, 2027, through
September 30, 2028.
To participate, the City must adopt and submit a resolution to RSA no later than August 31,
2026.
RELATED ISSUES:
This action is authorized under Act 2026-608 and applies only to eligible retirees participating in
the RSA Employees’ Retirement System. Participation is optional for the City.

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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTIONS:
No previous Council action has been taken specific to this longevity bonus program. However,
Council has previously approved participation in the RSA Employees’ Retirement System for
City employees.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
 Estimated total cost: $20,741
 Funding may be provided either as a lump-sum payment or amortized through RSA
contribution adjustments over a one-year period (October 1, 2027 – September 30, 2028)
 Funding source: Existing personnel/retirement budget allocations or future RSA
contribution adjustments
KEY DATES:
 Council Approval Deadline: On or before August 31, 2026 (to participate)
 RSA Distribution of Bonus: October 2026
 Optional Funding Period (if amortized): October 1, 2027 – September 30, 2028
ATTACHMENTS:
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Act 2026-608 Summary
Draft Resolution Authorizing Participation in RSA Longevity Bonus Program

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RESOLUTION NO. - 26
A RESOLUTION
APPOINTING MARTIN PITTS
TO THE BUILDING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS
TO SERVE A FULL TERM OF FOUR (4) YEARS
ENDING ON JUNE 8, 2030
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BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES, ALABAMA,
WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON AUGUST 24, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That Martin Pitts, be and he is hereby appointed to the Building Board of
Adjustments & Appeals to serve a full term of four (4) years ending on June 8, 2030.
Section 2. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 24th day of August 2026.

__________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________
Tobi Waters, MMC
City Clerk
CERTIFICATE
I, Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, do hereby certify that
the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No.
-26 (prepared by City Clerk), which
Resolution was duly and legally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on August 24, 2026.

_________________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

- 26

A RESOLUTION
ACCEPTING THE STREETS IN
THE VILLAGE AT CRAFT FARMS PHASES 1& 2
AS SHOWN ON RECORDED PLATS OF SAID SUBDIVISION
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BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES,
ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON AUGUST 24, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That streets in The Village at Craft Farms Phases 1 & 2 subdivision, as shown
on the recorded plats in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Baldwin County, Alabama, has
been inspected and approved as meeting the requirements and regulations of the City of Gulf
Shores, be and the same hereby is accepted as public rights-of-way, excluding utilities and
common area, from this date forward, be assumed by the City of Gulf Shores. The following
streets to be accepted are:
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Gailes Rd (portion)
Cartgate Dr
Montague Dr
Dorset Ln
Swilcan Ln (portion)
Balgove Dr

Section 2. That ongoing maintenance costs of this additional infrastructure are included
in the current and future Public Works operations budgets.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 24th day of August, 2026.
____________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor
ATTEST:

______________________
Tobi Waters, MMC
City Clerk
CERTIFICATE
I, Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, do hereby certify
that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. -26 (prepared by City Clerk),
which Resolution was duly and legally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on
August 24, 2026.
____________________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

-26

A RESOLUTION
ADOPTING A CITY OF GULF SHORES
FY2027 TRANSPORTATION PLAN
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WHEREAS, in March, 2019, the Alabama Legislature passed the Rebuild Alabama Act
(HB2) implementing a statewide gas tax increase to help with transportation infrastructure
funding; and
WHEREAS, in order to be eligible to receive funds and continue to participate in the
program, each municipality must first adopt an annual transportation plan and continue to follow
the stated guidelines of the initial program; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GULF SHORES, ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON AUGUST 24, 2026, as
follows:
Section 1. That in accordance with the Rebuild Alabama Act signed into law on March 12,
2019, the City of Gulf Shores hereby adopts an annual Transportation Plan and will use the
Rebuild Alabama Act revenue allocation, a projected amount of $100,000 during the FY 2027, to
assist in the funding of roadway improvements, repairs, resurfacing, reconstruction or
maintenance of the following roads and bridges within the City of Gulf Shores existing
street/road network during said fiscal year:
1. Waterway Village Streetscape Improvements
2. Pedestrian Bridge
3. E. 2nd Street Improvements
4. County Road 6 Improvements
5. Annual City Streets Resurfacing
Section 2. That this Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
Adopted this 24th day of August, 2026.
______________________
Robert Craft, Mayor

Resolution No.

-26

ATTEST:

__________________
Tobi Waters, MMC
City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I, Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, do hereby certify
that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. -26 (prepared by City Clerk),
which Resolution was duly and legally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on
August 24, 2026.
_______________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

-26

A RESOLUTION
CREATING THE NEW POSITION OF
FIRE LIEUTENANT / PARAMEDIC; AND
AMENDING THE EMPLOYEE PAY PLAN FOR THE FIRE EMS OFFICER,
FIRE LOGISTICS OFFICER & FIRE TRAINING & SAFETY CHIEF
POSITIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF
GULF SHORES FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT
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WHEREAS, in 2024 the city commissioned a pay study for all positions within the city.
When this study was adopted by council, some positions within the Fire Department were not
accommodated for promotions; and
WHEREAS, the Fire Rescue Department is now facing issues with compression from
Firefighter/Paramedic to the Fire Lieutenant positions. There is a 3.9% gap between the two
ranks. Any firefighter promoted receives a 5% pay increase per the city policy. This has caused
several newly promoted Lieutenants to earn more than others currently holding that rank; and
WHEREAS, the request for the Fire EMS Officer, Fire Logistics Officer, and Fire
Training & Safety Chief are based on current job requirements and Job duties that have expanded
due to department growth and expansion; and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF
SHORES, ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON AUGUST 24, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed
to approve the new Position of Fire Lieutenant / Paramedic within the City of Gulf Shores Fire
Rescue Department as proposed with the following pay scale; and in substantially the form
presented to Council this date:
Band ID
Fire Lieutenant / Paramedic 536B

Min
$68,107.00

Mid
$90,800.00

Max
$108,952.60

Section 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they hereby approve amending the pay
scale for the following positions within the City of Gulf Shores Fire Rescue Department as
proposed:
Band ID
Fire EMS Officer
539
Fire Logistics Officer
539
Fire Training & Safety Chief 544

Min
$68,107.00
$68,107.00
$80,477.00

Mid
$90,800.00
$90,800.00
$100,595.00

Max
$108,952.60
$108,952.60
$120,715.00

Section 3. That the estimated financial impact of these changes would be an increase of
$112,000.00 annually. However, if adopted by September 1st, would only be impact the Fire
Rescue budget by $37,333.33.

Section 4. That this Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 24th day of August 2026.
_________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor
ATTEST:

___________________
Tobi Waters, MMC
City Clerk

CERTIFICATE
I, Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, do hereby certify
that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No.
-26 (prepared by City Clerk),
which Resolution was duly and legally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on
August 24, 2026.

______________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

-26

A RESOLUTION
TO RECLASSIFY THE DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT & PUBLIC AFFAIRS, RECLASSIFY THE
PART-TIME ACCOUNTANT POSTION,
AND CREATE THE POSITION OF THE
COMMUNICATION & ENGAGEMENT DIRECTOR
WITHIN THE CITY OF GULF SHORES
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WHEREAS, approve reclassifying the title of the current Director of Economic
Development and Public Affairs currently held by Blake Phelps, to Director of Strategic
Initiatives, with no change in compensation; and
WHEREAS, approve reclassifying the existing Part-Time Accountant position to a FullTime Grants and Administrative Support Specialist, with the associated salary adjustment; and
WHEREAS, approve the creation of the Communications & Engagement Director
position, with the associated salary adjustment; and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF
SHORES, ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON AUGUST 24, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby approve changing the
title of the Director of Economic Development and Public Affairs to Director of Strategic
Initiatives, with no change in compensation.
Section 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed
to approve reclassifying the vacant Part-Time Accountant position to the Full-Time Grants and
Administrative Support Specialist, with the associated salary adjustment.
Section 3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed
to approve the creation of the Communication & Engagement Director position, with the
associated salary adjustment.
Section 4. That this Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.

ADOPTED this 24th day of August 2026.

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Robert Craft, Mayor

ATTEST:

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Tobi Waters, MMC
City Clerk

CERTIFICATE
I, Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, do hereby certify that the
foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No.
-26 (prepared by City Clerk), which Resolution
was duly and legally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on August 24, 2026.

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City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

-26

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
AND ATTEST, RESPECTIVELY, A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT
WITH NEXT MOVE GROUP, LLC
FOR RECRUITING SERVICES TO INCLUDE PROFESSIONAL
FEE IN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $19,750.00
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BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES,
ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON AUGUST 24, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed
to execute and attest, respectively, a Professional Services Contract between the City of Gulf
Shores and Next Move Group, LLC for Recruitment of a new Economic Development Manager
in an amount not to exceed $19,750.00; in substantially the form presented to Council this date.
Section 2. That funding is available within the approved budget for the recruitment of the
Economic Development Manager position.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 24th day of August, 2026.
__________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk

CERTIFICATION
I, Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, do hereby certify
that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. -26 (prepared by City Clerk),
which Resolution was duly and legally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on
August 24, 2026.
___________________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

-26

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
AND ATTEST, RESPECTIVELY, PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT
WITH FIND GREAT PEOPLE
FOR RECRUITING SERVICES TO INCLUDE PROFESSIONAL
FEE IN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $25,000.00
______________________________________________________
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES,
ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON AUGUST 24, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed
to execute and attest, respectively, a Professional Services Contract between the City of Gulf
Shores and Find Great People for Recruitment of a new Communications & Engagement
Director Position in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00; in substantially the form presented to
Council this date.
Section 2. That funding is available in the budget established for the Communications and
Engagement Director position.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 24th day of August, 2026.
__________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor

ATTEST:
________________________________
Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk

CERTIFICATION
I, Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, do hereby certify
that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution No. -26 (prepared by City Clerk),
which Resolution was duly and legally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on
August 24, 2026.
___________________________
City Clerk

ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE
TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES,
ADOPTED JULY 24, 1989, AT CHAPTER 21, TRAFFIC,
BY CHANGING CERTAIN LANGUAGE AT
ARTICLE I., IN GENERAL, SECTION 21-5., SPEED LIMITS,
WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES, ALABAMA
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BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES, ALABAMA,
WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON AUGUST 24, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That CHAPTER 21, TRAFFIC, of the Code of Ordinances, adopted July 24, 1989, be and it is
hereby amended at ARTICLE I, IN GENERAL, Section 21-5, Speed Limits, by changing certain speed limits
within the corporate limits of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, so that the entire Section shall read as follows:
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Section 21-5. Speed Limits.
The maximum speed for vehicles along the public streets of the City of Gulf Shores shall be as follows:
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(12) Along Coastal Gateway Boulevard (formally County Road 8 East) - 45 mph, with the
exception of the “School Zone” by Gulf Shores High School, the speed limit shall be reduced to
25 mph for the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. on school days.
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Section 2. That any and all provisions of any previous Ordinance in conflict or inconsistent with the
above are hereby repealed, effective with the date of this amendment.
Section 3. That this Ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption and publication as required by
law.
ADOPTED this 24th day of August 2026.
_________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________
Tobi Waters, MMC
City Clerk

Ordinance No.

(cont'd.)

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CERTIFICATE
I, Tobi Waters, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, do hereby certify that the foregoing is
a true and correct copy of Ordinance No. (prepared by City Clerk), which Ordinance was duly and legally
adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on August 24, 2026, and the same was duly published as
required by law.
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City Clerk