On the agenda: Gulf Shores meeting — Flock camera (Jul 27)

AGENDA
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF GULF SHORES, ALABAMA
JULY 27, 2026
4:00 P.M.
1. Call To Order
2. Invocation
A. Pastor Jim Kinder, Orange Beach Church
3. Pledge Of Allegiance
4. Roll Call
5. Approval Of Minutes
1. July 13, 2026 - Regular Council Meeting
2. July 20, 2026 - Council Work Session Meeting
3. July 21, 2026 - Special Council Work Session Meeting

Documents:
MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - JULY 13, 2026.PDF
MINUTES - COW - JULY 20, 2026.PDF
MINUTES - SPECIAL WORK SESSION - JULY 21, 2026.PDF
6. Approval Of Expense Vouchers
7. Presentation Of Petitions, Requests And Communications

A. Gulf Shores Fire Rescue - Firefighter Of The 2nd Quarter - Porsha Keller
Documents:
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY - FIREFIGHTER OF THE QUARTER 2ND Q
2026.PDF
8. New Business

A. Resolution - Authorize MOU - Pleasure Island Revelers Mardi Gras Krewe
Documents:

8. New Business

A. Resolution - Authorize MOU - Pleasure Island Revelers Mardi Gras Krewe
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE MOU - PLEASURE ISLAND REVELERS - MARDI GRAS
PARADE.PDF
B. Resolution - Creation Of Incentive Programs
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE CREATION OF INCENTIVE PROGRAMS - WATERWAY
VILLAGE AREA AND BEACH WALKING DISTRICT.PDF
C. Resolution - Authorize One-Year Extension Tri-Party Agreement - AHSAA Track & Field
Championship
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE ONE YEAR EXTENSION TRI-PARTY AGREEMENT AHSAA - TRACK AND FIELD.PDF
D. Resolution - Authorize One Year Extension Tri-Party Agreement - AHSAA Softball
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE ONE YEAR EXTENSION TRI-PARTY AGREEMENT AHSAA - SOFTBALL.PDF
E. Resolution - Authorize Change Order No. 4 - Harrison Construction - Ped Bridge
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE CHANGE ORDER NO 4 - HARRISON CONSTRUCTION PED BRIDGE.PDF
F. Resolution - Authorize Proposal - The Decor Group - Holiday Decoration Services
Documents:
RESO - AUTHORIZE PROPOSAL - HOLIDAY DECORATIONS - THE DECOR
GROUP, INC..PDF
G. Resolution - Award Bid - Tek84, Inc. - Body Scanner
Documents:
RESO - AWARD BID - BODY SCANNER.PDF
H. Ordinance - Authorize Taxi Franchise - Action Taxi, LLC
Documents:
ORD - AUTHORIZE TAXI FRANCHISE - ACTION TAXI, LLC.PDF
9. Committee Reports
10. Staff Reports
11. Hearing Of Persons Not Listed On Formal Agenda

ORD - AUTHORIZE TAXI FRANCHISE - ACTION TAXI, LLC.PDF
9. Committee Reports
10. Staff Reports
11. Hearing Of Persons Not Listed On Formal Agenda
12. Adjourn

DRAFT
MINUTES OF
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF GULF SHORES, ALABAMA
JULY 13, 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 Pastor Larry Wood, Saint Andrew by the Sea.
Upon roll call, the following officials answered "present": Councilman Joe Garris, Jr., Councilwoman
Jennifer Guthrie, Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D., Councilman Stephen E. Jones and Mayor Robert
Craft. Councilman Philip Harris was absent.
At this time, Mayor Robert Craft recognized local resident and Special Olympian Leighanne Landrum
who recently participated in the National Special Olympics in Minnesota.
Councilman Joe Garris, Jr. moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of June 22,
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 Jason Dyken, M.D., “aye”, Councilman
Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor Robert Craft, “aye”. Councilman Philip Harris was absent.
Furthermore, Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D. moved to approve the minutes of the Council Work
Session Meeting of July 6, 2026, as presented; seconded by Councilman Stephen E. Jones; 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, “abstain”, Councilman
Jason Dyken, M.D., “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor Robert Craft, “aye”.
Councilman Philip Harris was absent.
Councilman Stephen E. Jones moved to approve the expense vouchers in the amount of $4,144,422.03
seconded by Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D.; 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.
Director of Recreation and Cultural Affairs Grant Brown introduced and recommended approval with
several contingencies for the 2026 Bike MS: Tour de Beach Large Group Activity Application that
was submitted by Paul Nevill. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 6:00
a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Councilman Joe Garris, Jr. moved to approve the application from Paul Nevill to host the 2026 Bike
MS: Tour de Beach; seconded by Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie; and the vote thereon was as
follows: Councilman Joe Garris, Jr., “aye”, Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie, “aye”, Councilman Jason

MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING – July 13, 2026.
Dyken, “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor Robert Craft, "aye". Councilman
Philip Harris was absent. Whereupon Mayor Robert Craft declared the motion carried.
At this time, Director of Economic Development & Public Affairs Blake Phelps addressed the council
stating due to the significant amount of interest received from local business owners after last week’s
meeting, so in talking with staff he is requesting the council defer any type action on the proposed
Resolution Creating an Incentive Programs. He would like staff to be allowed to host a business input
session Tuesday, July 21st at 10:00 a.m. in the council chambers for local business owners to come and
learn more about the program to provide any input they have and ask any questions they may have.
Mr. Phelps recommends deferring this item to be heard at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled for
July 27, 2026. Councilman Stephen E. Jones moved to defer the consideration of the following
Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 7156-26

Authorize Creation of Incentive Programs

The motion to defer the consider for the adoption of Resolution No. 7156-26 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 Jason Dyken, M.D. “aye”, Councilman Stephen
E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor Robert Craft, “aye”. Councilman Philip Harris was absent. Whereupon
Mayor Robert Craft declared Resolution No. 7156-26 duly and legally adopted.
Furthermore, Councilman Stephen E. Jones moved for the adoption of the following Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 7157 -26 Authorize Contract – Eventbright
The motion for the adoption of Resolution No. 7157-26 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 Jason Dyken, M.D. “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor Robert Craft,
“aye”. Councilman Philip Harris was absent. Whereupon Mayor Robert Craft declared Resolution No.
7157-26 duly and legally adopted.
At this time, Councilman Stephen E. Jones moved for the adoption of the following Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 7158 -26 Authorize Land Exchange – ADCNR
The motion for the adoption of Resolution No. 7158-26 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 Jason Dyken, M.D. “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor Robert Craft,
“aye”. Councilman Philip Harris was absent. Whereupon Mayor Robert Craft declared Resolution No.
7158-26 duly and legally adopted.
Furthermore, Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D. moved for the adoption of the following Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 7159 -26

Award Bid – Silver Shis, Inc. – Fire Rescue Boat

MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING – July 13, 2026.
The motion for the adoption of Resolution No. 7159-26 was seconded by Councilman Stephen E.
Jones; 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 Jason Dyken, M.D. “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor Robert
Craft, “aye”. Councilman Philip Harris was absent. Whereupon Mayor Robert Craft declared
Resolution No. 7159-26 duly and legally adopted.
At this time, Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie moved for the adoption of the following Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 7160 -26 Authorize Grant Application – Port Security Grant
The motion for the adoption of Resolution No. 7160-26 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 Jason Dyken, M.D. “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and Mayor Robert Craft,
“aye”. Councilman Philip Harris was absent. Whereupon Mayor Robert Craft declared Resolution No.
7160-26 duly and legally adopted.
At this time, Councilman Stephen E. Jones moved for unanimous consent of the Council to suspend
the rules of procedure to allow for the immediate consideration of the following Ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2224 Authorize Annexation Request – 21887 Cotton Creek Drive – Bonifay
The motion for unanimous consent was seconded by Councilman Joe Garris, Jr. and upon the
question, the vote thereon was as follows: Councilman Joe Garris, Jr., “aye”, Councilwoman Jennifer
Guthrie, “aye”, Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D., “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and
Mayor Robert Craft, “aye”. Councilman Philip Harris was absent. Mayor Robert Craft declared the
rules suspended.
Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie then moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 2224 and to waive the
reading of said Ordinance at length. The motion for the adoption of Ordinance No. 2224 was
seconded by Councilman Stephen E. Jones; 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 Jason Dyken, M.D., “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”,
and Mayor Robert Craft, “aye”. Councilman Philip Harris was absent. Mayor Robert Craft declared
Ordinance No. 2224 duly and legally adopted.
Councilman Stephen E. Jones moved for unanimous consent of the Council to suspend the rules of
procedure to allow for the immediate consideration of the following Ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2225 Authorize Taxi Franchise – Granbury Executive Transport
The motion for unanimous consent was seconded by Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D. and upon the
question, the vote thereon was as follows: Councilman Joe Garris, Jr., “aye”, Councilwoman Jennifer
Guthrie, “aye”, Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D., “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”, and
Mayor Robert Craft, “aye”. Councilman Philip Harris was absent. Mayor Robert Craft declared the
rules suspended.

MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING – July 13, 2026.
Councilman Jason Dyken, M.D. then moved for the adoption of Ordinance No. 2225 and to waive the
reading of said Ordinance at length. The motion for the adoption of Ordinance No. 2225 was
seconded by Councilman Stephen E. Jones; 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 Jason Dyken, M.D., “aye”, Councilman Stephen E. Jones, “aye”,
and Mayor Robert Craft, “aye”. Councilman Philip Harris was absent. Mayor Robert Craft declared
Ordinance No. 2225 duly and legally adopted.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:

No report at this time.
STAFF REPORTS:
Revenue Supervisor Teresa Daughtery announced the States Sales Tax Holiday would be from July 17
– July 19, 2026.
Assistant City Administrator Lee Jones reminded everyone the consultants would be hosting the first
Gulf Shores Plan Public House Meeting Tuesday, July 14th from 5:30 – 7:30 at the Gulf Shores High
School inside the theatre. This would be the 1st of 4 meetings to be held to gain community input.
HEARING OF PERSONS NOT LISTED ON FORMAL AGENDA:
Gulf Shores City School Board President Kevin S. Corcoran announced although the community input
meeting would take place at the new high school, this was not an open house, only the theatre and
lobby would be open, they will schedule tours of the school at a later date after the ribbon cutting
scheduled for August 11th.
Superintendent Dr. Matt Akin announced 2 high school students, Zack Bauer & Walter Grogan had
completed their first solo flight.
Local resident Larry Freeman stated he had concerns with the proposed incentive programs and would
be sending as email listing those out. Mr. Freeman also voiced his concern with traffic at Co Rd 6 &
Hwy 59 and asked about the plan moving forward with James Road. Mayor Robert Craft addressed his
concerns stating, although Foley wanted to connect to James Rd, the plan is it would only go as far as
the second entrance to Raley Farms. City Engineer Jenny Wolfschlag addressed the traffic concerns.
Jean Austin voiced concerns with traffic backing up and blocking the intersection in 59 & 180, City
Engineer Jenny Wolfschlag reported signs were being installed to not block the intersections and
police would be monitoring the areas.
Leigh Anne Landrums mother addressed the Mayor & Council thanking them for the recognition of
her daughters’ accomplishments as a member of the Special Olympics, further recognizing the Police
& Fire Departments and the staff at the Bodenhamer Center in regard to the kindness they display to
her daughter Leigh Anne.
Kevin S. Corcoran addressed the Mayor and Council and asked that the zoning amendment to expand
the beach walking district not be delayed, he would like it to move forward.

MINUTES OF REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING – July 13, 2026.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Joe Garris, Jr. moved to
adjourn; seconded by Councilman Stephen E. Jones; and the vote of those officials present was
unanimously in favor of the motion.
Mayor Robert Craft declared the meeting adjourned at 4:35 p.m.
____________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor

ATTEST:

__________________________
Tobi Waters MMC, City Clerk

DRAFT
MINUTES
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
CITY OF GULF SHORES, ALABAMA
JULY 20, 2026
The City Council of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama met in a Council Work Session Meeting on
Monday, July 20, 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 Joe Garris, Jr.
Councilman Joe Garris announced with the creation of the first-ever pictorial history book,
“Small Town, Big Beach” it was felt that some of the history was missed, so a volume 2 is
currently being discussed for possible future publication.
2. Fire Department
A. Recognizing Lifeguard of the Month – June – Ellie Flaig
B. Recognizing Participants of the USLA Regional Lifeguard Competition
3. Capital Projects Department
A. Authorize Change Order No. 4 – Harrison Construction – Pedestrian Bridge
4. Financial Services Department
A. Authorize Taxi Franchise Request – Action Taxi, LLC
5. Human Resource Director – PULLED FROM THE AGENDA
A. Authorize Position & Classification Changes
B. Approve Professional Services Agreement – Next Move Group, LLC – Recruitment Services
C. Approve Professional Services Agreement – Find Great People – Recruitment Services
6. Police Department
A. Award Bid – Tek84, LLC – Full Body Scanner
7. Public Works Department
A. Authorize Holiday Decoration Service – The Décor Group, Inc.
8. Recreation & Cultural Affairs Department
A. MOU – Pleasure Island Revelers Mardi Gras Krewe

B. AHSAA Regional Softball Championship Extension Request
C. AHSAA Outdoor Track & Field State Championship Extension Request
9. Mayor Updates
Chief Building Official / EMA Liaison Brandan Franklin gave a brief update on the tropical storm
forming in the Gulf.
Gulf Shores City Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Akin announced the school and the City’s
Recreation Staff would be forming an adaptive soccer partnership to support inclusion
opportunities, build the community, and invest in the future of the community’s youth. Dr. Akin
thanked Director of Recreation & Cultural Affairs Grant Brown and his staff.
Timothy Pitman addressed the Mayor & Council to voice his concerns regarding the city’s
deployment of Flock cameras, stating he had started an online petition to have them removed and
gathered over 400 signatures. Gulf Shores Police Chief Dan Netemeyer addressed his comments
stating the only reason the city has flock cameras was for public safety and that was it. Discussion
ensued between the council, Mr. Pittman, and Chief Netemeyer regarding the useage of the
cameras.
Councilman Stephen E. Jones voiced his opposition to changing the parade date from “Fat
Tuesday” to the new proposed date which would be on a Saturday. He asked this item to be
deferred and not be placed on next week’s agenda to give more time to gain community input.
Councilwoman Jennifer Guthrie along with Mayor Craft reminded all of the community input
meeting regarding the proposed tax incentive for new business is tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. in the
council chambers, that all are invited to attend.

_________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor
ATTEST:

____________________
Tobi Waters, MMC
City Clerk

DRAFT
MINUTES
SPECIAL WORK SESSION
CITY OF GULF SHORES, ALABAMA
JULY 21, 2026
The City Council of the City of Gulf Shores, Alabama met in a Special Council Work Session
Meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.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. Beach Walking District Area & Waterway Village Area Targeted Incentive Program Presentation
Director of Economic Development & Public Affairs Blake Phelps gave a detailed presentation
regarding the Targeted Incentive Programs. This presentation included the following:
1. The reasons why we would offer the plan.
2. Boundaries of the areas that would be eligible to apply.
3. How the program is structured.
4. Projects that would be considered to be eligible.
5. Project examples.
6. The project application & evaluation review process.
7. A recap of the program.
After the presentation, Mayor Craft opened the floor to public input. Mayor Craft & Mr. Phelps
addressed questions from the council, and those in attendance.
Questions included:
 Why was the program created?
 What constitutes an abandoned property?
 Residential property owners in the beach walking district, how does this affect them?
 Any plans to assist existing businesses with reducing taxes or rebates?
 What’s the timeline for gauging if the program is effective?
 Does the city have a list of anyone that has approached them regarding the plan?
 How do you incentivize the existing businesses who are already established?

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Concerns included:
Lack of parking in the beach walking district / waterway village areas.
Savings clauses for the beach walking district areas.
More information on the “financial gap”
The need to also help small group developers.
Please consider lowering the building heights lower than 12 feet.
Improve city deficiencies before moving forward with new program.
Add 2 residents of the proposed areas to the 3-person committee made up of city personnel.

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Make the building process easier.
Love the local support, but expensive restaurants won’t be supported.
Tap into long term business owners for a resource.
Make sure the project is complete before any incentives are given.

Mayor Craft concluded the meeting by thanking those in attendance and he appreciated all the input.
Further stating, this was the beginning, there are more conversations to be had. He’s heard about the
complications of getting through the building process, but the city has to make sure our details are
met, we’ll do the best we can to make it better.
2. Adjourn
_________________________
Robert Craft, Mayor
ATTEST:

__________________
Tobi Waters, MMC
City Clerk

AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
DATE:

July 20, 2026

TO:

Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator

FROM:

Melvin Shepard, Chief of Staff

ISSUE:

Firefighter of the Quarter

RECOMMENDATION: Firefighter/Paramedic Porsha Keller is being recognized as the
Firefighter of the Quarter for the 2nd Quarter of 2026.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION: None.
BUDGET IMPLICATIONS: None
RELATED ISSUES: None
ATTACHMENTS: None
DEPARTMENT:

Fire Rescue

STAFF CONTACT: Robert Rowland, Chief of Operations

RESOLUTION NO.

- 26

A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST, RESPECTIVELY,
A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN
THE CITY OF GULF SHORES AND
PLEASURE ISLAND REVELERS MARDI GRAS KREWE
TO FOR COLLABORATIVE PLANNING AND EXECUTION
OF THE 2027 MARDI GRAS PARADE
_________________________________________________________________
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES,
ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON JULY 27, 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 Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Gulf Shores and
Pleasure Island Revelers Mardi Gras Krewe for collaborative planning and execution of the 2027 Mardi
Gras Parade.
Section 2. That no new financial impact is anticipated. City responsibilities outlined in the
MOU reflect existing operational commitments, including police staffing, fire inspections, public works
support, and special events coordination. These expenses are already captured in the annual operating
budget.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 27th day of July 2026.
_____________________
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 July 27, 2026.
_________________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING THE CREATION OF INVESTMENT PROGRAMS
WITHIN THE WATERWAY VILLAGE AREA AND
THE BEACH WALKING DISTRICT AREA
TO INCENTIVIZE HIGH-QUALITY COMMERCIAL
DEVELOPMENT FOR THE GOOD OF THE CITY
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WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Gulf Shores (the “City”) has determined that
it is necessary, desirable, and in the best public interest of the City to incentivize high-quality
commercial development within the Waterway Village Area and the Beach Walking District Area;
and
WHEREAS, in order to incentivize such development, it may be necessary for the City
consider certain post-development and post-construction tax rebate incentives for certain
qualifying projects approved by the City Council that produce additional tax revenue for the City
(the City Council is not considering providing any upfront capital, construction assistance, or
financing guarantees of any kind).
WHEREAS, the City believes that any tax rebate incentives will serve valid and sufficient
public purposes by increasing commercial activity in the City, expanding the City’s tax bases,
promoting employment opportunities for City residents, and improving the overall quality of life
in the City, notwithstanding any potential benefit to any potential developers from the City’s
expenditure of said public funds.
WHEREAS, the City Council has prepared the attached description of the Waterway
Village Area and Beach Walking District Area Investment Programs for release to the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GULF SHORES, ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON JULY 27, 2026, as
follows:
Section 1. That the foregoing Whereas clauses, including the determinations by the Council
described in the third Whereas clause, are incorporated herein by reference.
Section 2. That the description of the Waterway Village Area Investment Program and the
Beach Walking District Area Investment Program, including the Application for use by potential
Applicants, is hereby adopted and approved and directed to be disseminated by the City to the
public.
Section 3. That any rebate incentives are subject to the successful approval of the Review
Committee, the negotiation and completion of a Development Agreement with the City, and the
approval by the City Council of such Development Agreement at a council meeting conducted in
compliance with Amendment No. 772 to the Alabama Constitution of 2022, as amended.
4931-2118-5452.1

Section 4. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 27th day of July, 2026.
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Robert Craft, Mayor
Attest:
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Tobi Waters, MMC
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 July
27, 2026.
_________________________
City Clerk

4931-2118-5452.1

EXHIBIT A
City of Gulf Shores
Waterway Area Investment Program
The Waterway Village Investment Program is designed to incentivize high-quality private investment
that strengthens the city’s walkability, expands year-round economic activity, and elevates the city’s
dining, retail, lodging, entertainment, and mixed-use offerings. Subject to the requirements described
below, the program provides the opportunity for approved applicants to receive a rebate from the
City of a portion of the additional tax revenues generated by a qualifying project, allowing
investors to recover a portion of their upfront costs and improve long-term project feasibility.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Eligible Rebates
Projects may qualify for one or more rebates of approved portions of the additional:
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City Sales Tax (City Rate 3%) generated by the business
Incremental Property Tax (City Rate 5 Mills) created by new construction developments
Lodging Tax (City Rate 10%) for boutique hotels or lodging components
Blended Rebate for mixed-use or major catalytic projects

Rebates are strictly performance-based: the City will issue the rebate only after the project is
completed, fully operational, and generates new tax revenue for the City. The City will not provide
any upfront or startup capital or construction assistance of any kind and will not guarantee any
construction indebtedness or other developer obligations.
Rebate Structure
 High-End or Destination Restaurants: up to 50% of new sales tax for up to 20 years
 Boutique/Specialty Retail: up to 50% of new sales tax for up to 20 years
 Mixed-Use Developments: up to 50% of new taxes for up to 20 years
 Boutique Hotels: up to 50% of new lodging tax for up to 20 years
 Entertainment-Focused Uses: up to 50% of new taxes for up to 20 years
Actual terms depend on project scale, public benefits, and alignment with City goals, which will be
determined by the City and the Review Committee in their sole discretion.
Projects Eligible for the Program
1. Mixed-Use Developments
Mixed‑ use projects combine multiple complementary uses within a single building or coordinated
site plan. These projects create all‑ day activity, support walkability, and increase the overall tax
base (property, sales and use, lodging).
Definition
A development that integrates at least two distinct uses—such as residential, retail, restaurant,
office, or lodging—within the same structure or master‑ planned site, with public‑ facing
restaurant or retail uses on the ground floor.
4931-2118-5452.1

Qualifying characteristics
 Ground‑ floor activation through retail, restaurant, or service‑ commercial space
 Upper‑ floor residential units, office space, or lodging
 Shared parking or structured parking that supports multiple uses
 High‑ quality architectural design consistent with City vision
Examples
 A three‑ story building with a restaurant at street level and residential above
 A boutique hotel with ground‑ floor retail and rooftop dining
 A multi‑ building project with retail, office, and residential components
Priority features: activated ground floors, walkability, high-quality architecture
2. High-End or Destination Restaurants
These restaurants serve as anchors for downtown activity, attract visitors, and elevate the city’s
culinary profile.
Definition
A full‑ service, sit‑ down restaurant with a significant capital investment, elevated design, and a
concept that enhances the city’s dining scene.
Qualifying characteristics
 Full commercial kitchen and high‑ quality interior finishes
 Chef‑ driven, specialty, or experiential dining concepts
 Outdoor dining, rooftop dining, or activation of public space
 Year‑ round operation
 Attractive to full and part-time residents as well as tourists and visitors
Examples
 A chef‑ owned seafood restaurant with a curated menu
 A high‑ end steakhouse or coastal fine‑ dining concept
 A destination brewery or craft cocktail bar with a full kitchen
Priority features: chef-driven concepts, outdoor dining, year-round operation
3. Boutique Retail & Specialty Shops
These businesses add character, uniqueness, and local flavor to Waterway Village.
Definition
Small‑ format retail businesses offering curated, specialty, or locally focused products that
contribute to a vibrant pedestrian environment.
Qualifying characteristics
 Locally owned or regionally distinctive brands
 High‑ quality storefront design and merchandising
 Experiential or specialty retail (artisan goods, curated apparel, gourmet foods)
 Year‑ round operation
 Attractive to full and part-time residents as well as tourists and visitors
Examples
 A boutique clothing store or home‑ goods shop
 A specialty food market or gourmet shop
 An artisan gallery or maker‑ focused retail space
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Priority features: local or regional brands, high-quality storefronts, experiential retail
4. Boutique Hotels or Lodging Components
Small‑ scale lodging integrated into the walkable downtown environment.
Definition
A lodging establishment with a limited number of rooms that emphasizes design, experience, and
integration with surrounding uses.
Qualifying characteristics
 Typically, 10–75 rooms
 Ground‑ floor activation (restaurant, café, retail, or lobby lounge)
 Architectural quality consistent with city vision
 Amenities that support walkability (bike storage, concierge, outdoor seating)
 Independent or soft‑ brand concepts preferred
Examples
 A 40‑ room boutique hotel with a rooftop bar
 A mixed‑ use building with a small lodging component above retail
 An existing building converted into an inn
Priority features: 25–75 rooms, ground-floor activation, architectural quality
5. Entertainment-Focused Uses
Vibrant, visitor-oriented entertainment concepts that enhance the coastal experience and support a
lively, walkable environment in Gulf Shores.
Definition
Entertainment venues and experiences—indoor or outdoor—that provide leisure, recreation, and
social activity for residents and visitors. These uses should complement the city’s coastal identity,
activate the streetscape, and contribute to a dynamic mixed-use environment.
Qualifying Characteristics
 Scaled appropriately for a walkable beach-town setting
 Strong indoor–outdoor integration (patios, terraces, open-air elements)
 Family-friendly or multigenerational appeal
 Architectural and experiential quality consistent with Gulf Shores’ coastal character
 Ability to activate the street edge (transparent façades, outdoor seating, music, lighting)
 Preference for concepts that are unique, experiential, or locally rooted
 Parking and circulation designed to support pedestrian activity
Examples
 A coastal-themed entertainment venue with live music and outdoor gathering space
 A small-format arcade, game hall, or family entertainment center integrated into a
mixed-use block
 A craft brewery or distillery with lawn games, food trucks, and event programming
 An immersive attraction (e.g., escape room, virtual reality experience, interactive art
space)
 A waterfront-inspired mini-golf or activity-based recreation concept
Priority Features: Strong indoor–outdoor activation, high-quality design consistent with Gulf Shores’
coastal identity, family-friendly programming and multigenerational appeal, uses that enhance
walkability and support a lively downtown environment
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Project Evaluations
In order to be considered, interested applicants must first submit an Application (attached) to the
Review Committee. Potential projects will be evaluated using a transparent scoring system based on
the following factors and any other factors in the discretion of the Review Committee:
 Capital investment level
 Job creation (high wage, year-round positions)
 Public improvements (parking, plazas, landscaping, sidewalks)
 Architectural quality
 Local ownership or local operator involvement
 Sustainability or resilience features
 Year-round operation
 Attractiveness to full and part-time residents as well as tourists and visitors
Higher-scoring projects may receive higher rebate percentages or longer durations.

Application Requirements
To be considered, developers must demonstrate and include in the Application:
 All relevant capital investment and financing details (including proof of substantial equity,
funding, or financing sources), developer experience and comparable completed projects,
market studies, design schematics, engineering analyses, architectural and site plans,
construction/bid cost estimates, and financial revenue projections for the City
 A financing gap that the rebate helps close
Detailed Applications will have a better chance of being favorably reviewed by the Committee.
Applicants are encouraged not to submit Applications until all requested and relevant information has
been obtained by the Applicant.
Approved Applicants
If the Review Committee approves an Application, the Applicant and the City will begin negotiating a
development agreement outlining performance benchmarks and other terms and conditions of the
rebate. Development Agreements will among other things require the developer to:



Complete project and meet performance benchmarks before rebate activation
Maintain compliance with all requirements outlined in final development agreement including
but not limited to operational minimum standards and incentive transferability. Any rebate
begin only after the project is complete and generating new tax revenue.

City Council Approval
Completed Development Agreements are subject to the review and approval of the City Council
pursuant to Amendment No. 772 to the Alabama Constitution of 2022, as amended, and such other
terms and conditions determined by the City Council in its sole discretion.

Disclaimer: This Notice does not constitute an offer of any kind. The Committee and the City Council
reserve the right to approve or disapprove of any Application or project in their sole discretion.
Approved projects must meet all City building, zoning, and design requirements and must be in
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compliance with all City laws and regulations and the terms of any Development Agreement in order
to be and remain rebate-eligible.
Application
City of Gulf Shores
Waterway Village Investment Program
Date:
Lead Contact Person and Contact Info:
_____________
Developer Name (Corporate and/or Individual):
________
Member(s) (Corporate and/or Individual) of Developer:
_______
Other Investor(s) (Corporate and/or Individual):
_______
Names and Personal Contact Information of All Individual Members and Investors:
______

Project Site (location/address inside the City):
_____________
Project Site Property Owner(s) (Corporate and/or Individual): _______________________________
Member(s) (Corporate and/or Individual) of Property Ownership: ____________________________
Project Description:

Estimated Capital Investment:
Estimated Jobs Created and Hourly Wage Projection:

________
________

Other Information of Interest to the City*:

*Please attach all relevant investment and financing details (including proof of substantial funding or
financing), developer experience and comparable completed projects, market studies, design
schematics, engineering analyses, architectural and site plans, construction/bid cost estimates, and
financial revenue projections for the City

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City of Gulf Shores
Beach Walking District Area Investment Program
The Beach Walking District Area Investment Program is designed to incentivize high-quality private
investment that strengthens the city’s walkability, expands year-round economic activity, and elevates
the city’s dining, retail, lodging, entertainment, and mixed-use offerings. Subject to the requirements
described below, the program provides the opportunity for approved applicants to receive a rebate
from the City of a portion of the additional tax revenues generated by a qualifying project,
allowing investors to recover a portion of their upfront costs and improve long-term project feasibility.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Eligible Rebates
Projects may qualify for rebates on:
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City Sales Tax (City Rate 3%) generated by the business
Incremental Property Tax (City Rate 5 Mills) created by new construction developments
Lodging Tax (City Rate 10%) for boutique hotels or lodging components
Blended Rebate for mixed-use or major catalytic projects

Rebates are strictly performance-based: the City will issue the rebate only after the project is
completed, fully operational, and generates new tax revenue for the City. The City will not provide
any upfront or startup capital or construction assistance of any kind and will not guarantee any
construction indebtedness or other developer obligations.
Rebate Structure
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High-End or Destination Restaurants: up to 50% of new sales tax for up to 20 years
Mixed-Use Developments: up to 50% of new taxes for up to 20 years
Boutique Hotels: up to 50% of new lodging tax for up to 20 years
Entertainment-Focused Uses: up to 50% of new taxes for up to 20 years

Actual terms depend on project scale, public benefits, and alignment with City goals, which will be
determined by the City and the Review Committee in their sole discretion.
Projects Eligible for the Program
1. Mixed-Use Developments
Mixed‑ use projects combine multiple complementary uses within a single building or coordinated
site plan. These projects create all‑ day activity, support walkability, and increase the overall tax
base (property, sales and use, lodging).
Definition
A development that integrates at least two distinct uses—such as residential, retail, restaurant,
office, or lodging—within the same structure or master‑ planned site, with public‑ facing
restaurant or retail uses on the ground floor.
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Qualifying characteristics
 Ground‑ floor activation through retail, restaurant, or service‑ commercial space
 Upper‑ floor residential units, office space, or lodging
 Shared parking or structured parking that supports multiple uses
 High‑ quality architectural design consistent with City vision
 No more than 12 stories
Examples
 A three‑ story building with a restaurant at street level and residential above
 A boutique hotel with ground‑ floor retail and rooftop dining
 A multi‑ building project with retail, office, and residential components
Priority features: activated ground floors, walkability, high-quality architecture, less than 10 total
stories
2. High-End or Destination Restaurants
These restaurants serve as anchors for beach activity, attract visitors, and elevate the city’s culinary
profile.
Definition
A full‑ service, sit‑ down restaurant with a significant capital investment, elevated design, and a
concept that enhances the city’s dining scene.
Qualifying characteristics
 Full commercial kitchen and high‑ quality interior finishes
 Chef‑ driven, specialty, or experiential dining concepts
 Outdoor dining, rooftop dining, or activation of public space
 Year‑ round operation
 Attractive to full and part-time residents as well as tourists and visitors
Examples
 A chef‑ owned seafood restaurant with a curated menu
 A high‑ end steakhouse or coastal fine‑ dining concept
 A destination brewery or craft cocktail bar with a full kitchen
Priority features: chef-driven concepts, outdoor dining, year-round operation
3. High-End/Boutique Hotels
High-end and/or boutique lodging integrated into the walkable beach environment.
Definition
A lodging establishment with a limited number of rooms that emphasizes design, experience, and
integration with surrounding uses.
Qualifying characteristics
 Typically, 50 rooms or more
 Ground‑ floor activation (restaurant, café, retail, or lobby lounge)
 Rooftop and/or elevated floor activation preferred
 Architectural quality consistent with city vision
 Amenities that support walkability (bike storage, concierge, outdoor seating)
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Hotel brands within the STR Upper Upscale chain scale or higher or independent/softbrand concepts that meet the same standard
No more than 12 stories
Attractive to tourists and visitors

Examples
 A 75‑ room boutique hotel with a rooftop restaurant/bar
 A mixed‑ use building with a lodging component above retail
Priority features: ground-floor and rooftop activation, architectural quality, pedestrian-focused
design, less than 10 total stories
4. Entertainment-Focused Uses
Vibrant, visitor-oriented entertainment concepts that enhance the coastal experience and support a
lively, walkable environment in Gulf Shores.
Definition
Entertainment venues and experiences—indoor or outdoor—that provide leisure, recreation, and
social activity for residents and visitors. These uses should complement the city’s coastal identity,
activate the streetscape, and contribute to a dynamic mixed-use environment.
Qualifying Characteristics
 Scaled appropriately for a walkable beach-town setting
 Strong indoor–outdoor integration (patios, terraces, open-air elements)
 Family-friendly or multigenerational appeal
 Architectural and experiential quality consistent with Gulf Shores’ coastal character
 Ability to activate the street edge (transparent façades, outdoor seating, music, lighting)
 Preference for concepts that are unique, experiential, or locally rooted
 Parking and circulation designed to support pedestrian activity
Examples
 A coastal-themed entertainment venue with live music and outdoor gathering space
 A small-format arcade, game hall, or family entertainment center integrated into a
mixed-use block
 A craft brewery or distillery with lawn games, food trucks, and event programming
 An immersive attraction (e.g., escape room, virtual reality experience, interactive art
space)
 A waterfront-inspired mini-golf or activity-based recreation concept
Priority Features: Strong indoor–outdoor activation, high-quality design consistent with Gulf
Shores’ coastal identity, family-friendly programming and multigenerational appeal, uses that
enhance walkability and support a lively downtown environment
Project Evaluations
In order to be considered, interested applicants must first submit an Application (attached) to the
Review Committee. Potential projects will be evaluated using a transparent scoring system based on
the following factors and any other factors in the discretion of the Review Committee:




Capital investment level
Job creation (high wage, year-round positions)
Public improvements (parking, plazas, landscaping, sidewalks)

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
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Architectural quality
Local ownership or local operator involvement
Sustainability or resilience features
Year-round operation
Attractiveness to full and part-time residents as well as tourists and visitors

Higher-scoring projects may receive higher rebate percentages or longer durations.

Application Requirements
To be considered, developers must demonstrate and include in the Application:
 All relevant capital investment and financing details (including proof of substantial equity,
funding, or financing sources), developer experience and comparable completed projects,
market studies, design schematics, engineering analyses, architectural and site plans,
construction/bid cost estimates, and financial revenue projections for the City
 A financing gap that the rebate helps close
Detailed Applications will have a better chance of being favorably reviewed by the Committee.
Applicants are encouraged not to submit Applications until all requested and relevant information has
been obtained by the Applicant.
Approved Applicants
If the Review Committee approves an Application, the Applicant and the City will begin negotiating a
development agreement outlining performance benchmarks and other terms and conditions of the
rebate. Development Agreements will among other things require the developer to:



Complete project and meet performance benchmarks before rebate activation
Maintain compliance with all requirements outlined in final development agreement including
but not limited to operational minimum standards and incentive transferability. Any rebate
begin only after the project is complete and generating new tax revenue.

City Council Approval
Completed Development Agreements are subject to the review and approval of the City Council
pursuant to Amendment No. 772 to the Alabama Constitution of 2022, as amended, and such other
terms and conditions determined by the City Council in its sole discretion.

Disclaimer: This Notice does not constitute an offer of any kind. The Committee and the City Council
reserve the right to approve or disapprove of any Application or project in their sole discretion.
Approved projects must meet all City building, zoning, and design requirements and must be in
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compliance with all City laws and regulations and the terms of any Development Agreement in order
to be and remain rebate-eligible.

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Application
City of Gulf Shores
Beach Walking District Investment Program
Date:
Lead Contact Person and Contact Info:
_____________
Developer Name (Corporate and/or Individual):
________
Member(s) (Corporate and/or Individual) of Developer:
_______
Other Investor(s) (Corporate and/or Individual):
_______
Names and Personal Contact Information of All Individual Members and Investors:
______

Project Site (location/address inside the City):
_____________
Project Site Property Owner(s) (Corporate and/or Individual): _______________________________
Member(s) (Corporate and/or Individual) of Property Ownership: ____________________________
Project Description:

Estimated Capital Investment:
Estimated Jobs Created and Hourly Wage Projection:

________
________

Other Information of Interest to the City*:

*Please attach all relevant investment and financing details (including proof of substantial funding or
financing), developer experience and comparable completed projects, market studies, design
schematics, engineering analyses, architectural and site plans, construction/bid cost estimates, and
financial revenue projections for the City

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RESOLUTION NO.

-26

A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION
TO THE TRI-PARTY AGREEMENT
ALABAMA BEACHES AND THE ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL
ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (AHSAA)
FOR THE COORDINATION AND PROVISION OF THE
AHSAA STATE TRACK & FIELD CHAMPIONSHIP
IN GULF SHORES, ALABAMA FOR MAY 6-8, 2027
__________________________________________________________________
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES,
ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON JULY 27, 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 One-Year Extension to the Tri-Party Agreement between the City
of Gulf Shores, Alabama Beaches and the Alabama High School Athletic Association to host State
Track & Field Championship in substantially the form presented to Council this date.
Section 2. That in exchange, Alabama Beaches shall provide to the City an event to
promote tourism and entertainment to be known as the Alabama High School Athletic Association
State Track & Field Championship to be held May 6-8, 2027, in Gulf Shores, Alabama as agreed
upon by both parties.
Section 3. That production expenses are budgeted annually in expense category 01-55466180 (Tournaments). Concessions revenues to be retained by the City.
Section 4. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 27th day of July, 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 July 27, 2026.
__________________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

______

-26

A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION
TO THE TRI-PARTY AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF GULF SHORES,
ALABAMA BEACHES AND THE ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL
ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (AHSAA)
FOR THE COORDINATION AND PROVISION OF THE
AHSAA REGIONAL SOFTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
IN GULF SHORES, ALABAMA IN MAY 10-13, 2027
__________________________________________________________________

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES,
ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON JULY 27, 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 One-Year Extension to the Tri-Party Agreement between the City
of Gulf Shores, Alabama Beaches and the Alabama High School Athletic Association to host
Regional Softball Championships in substantially the form presented to Council this date.
Section 2. In exchange, Alabama Beaches shall provide to the City an event to promote
tourism and entertainment to be known as the Alabama High School Athletic Association Regional
Softball Championship to be held May 10-13, 2027, as agreed upon by both parties.
Section 3. That production expenses are budgeted annually in expense category 01-55466180 (Tournaments). Concessions revenues to be retained by the City.
Section 4. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 27th day of July, 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 July 27, 2026.
__________________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

- 26

A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 FOR
ADDITIONAL SERVICES TO THE CONTRACT OF
HARRISON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $37,221.46
AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT
______________________________________________________
WHEREAS, on January 6, 2025, resolution 6914-25 was approved awarding the bid to
Harrison Construction for the construction of the Pedestrian Bridge in an amount not to exceed
24,300,000.00, the BUILD Grant is providing $7,935,000 in funding for this project; and
WHEREAS, on October 29, 2025, change order No. 1 was administratively approved from
contingency funds for $15,323.03 for the removal of the old bridge substructure which was
discovered buried in the same location as the new bridge substructure on the north side of the
ICW; and
WHEREAS, on June 22, 2026 (Resolution 7153-26), change order No. 2 was approved by
the Council for $408,940.00 to provide and install a decorative lighting package; and
WHEREAS, on July 6, 2026, change order No. 3 was administratively approved from
contingency funds for $6,718.67 to add French Drains; and
WHEREAS, this change order would fund the following: Additional Structural Support
Steel, in order to meet the required wind loads, additional structural support steel had to be
fabricated and installed. Bridge Design Structural Review, Harrison acquired the services of a
Structural Engineering firm to perform the necessary structural review to confirm the bridge
loads, connections, foundations, and overall structural integrity prior to construction. Structural
Glass Walkway, the City requested a proposal from Harrison to provide and install structural
glass panels for the Pedestrian Bridge.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES,
ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON JULY 27, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to
execute and attest, respectively, Change Order No.4 to the contract between the City of Gulf Shores
and Harrison Construction Company to funding for the four open change orders requests in an
amount not to exceed $37,221.46; and in substantially the form presented to Council this date.
Section 2. That the City’s receipt of the GOMESA grant for the pedestrian plazas, there is
a credit due from Harrison for the work in the original scope of work within the two plaza areas.
This credit equates to $443,192.79 worth of work that will now be included in the GOMESA
project. The total sum of these four PCOs comes to $37,221.46. If approved, this amount will be
taken from the Contractual Contingency which is currently $188,260.50, leaving a remaining
contingency balance of $151,039.04.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.

ADOPTED this 27th day of July 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
July 27, 2026.
___________________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

-26

A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST,
RESPECTIVELY, A PROPOSAL BETWEEN THE
CITY OF GULF SHORES AND THE DÉCOR GROUP, INC.
D/B/A CHRISTMAS DECOR
IN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $604,506.00
____________________________________________________________

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES,
ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON JULY 27, 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 3 year contract between the City of Gulf Shores and The Décor
Group, Inc. d/b/a Christmas Décor for Decoration Services, in an amount not to exceed
$604,506.00.
Section 2. The City participate in TIPS cooperative pricing to ensure the best overall cost. The
following is the breakdown of each year:
Breakdown:
-Year 1: $237,448 (décor & pole mounts)
-Year 2: $194,150 (décor & pole mounts)
-Year 3: $172,908 (décor & pole mounts)
The total Cost for 3 years: $604,506. This will be funded in the Contract Consulting Services
account, number 01-564-64332, which will be addressed in the next budget amendment.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.

ADOPTED this 27th day of July 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 July
27, 2026.
____________________________
City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.

- 26

A RESOLUTION
ACCEPTING THE BID OF TEK84 INC.
FOR PURCHASE OF A FULL BODY SCANNER FOR USE
BY THE GULF SHORES POLICE DEPARTMENT
IN THE AMOUNT OF $142,500.00; AND AUTHORIZING
THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GULF SHORES,
ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON JULY 27, 2026, as follows:
Section 1. That the bid of Tek84, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $142,500.00 for purchase
of a full body scanner for the detection of concealed contraband is hereby accepted, being the
lowest bid among sealed bids opened on July 14, 2026.
Section 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to
execute and attest, respectively, a contract between the City of Gulf Shores and Tek84, Inc. for
purchase of a full body scanner for the detection of concealed contraband in substantially the form
presented to Council this date.
Section 3. That through the direction of the Honorable Judge Frank Holland, the entire
purchase will be paid through the Municipal Court Judicial Fund, account number 11-579-68135.
Section 4. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this 27th day of July 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 July 27,
2026.
______________________
City Clerk

ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE
GRANTING OF A NONEXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE
TO ACTION TAXI, LLC
TO PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION SERVICE IN THE CITY OF GULF SHORES
AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF GULF SHORES AND THE COMPANY
_______________________________________________________________
WHEREAS, James Ray, owner of Action Taxi, LLC has requested approval of its
franchise to empower the Company to provide transportation services in the City of Gulf Shores;
and
WHEREAS, the city is desirous of granting a nonexclusive franchise to James Ray, owner
of Action Taxi, LLC, to provide transportation service in the city; and
WHEREAS, the residents of the city will benefit by the granting of such a franchise
renewal; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GULF SHORES, ALABAMA, WHILE IN REGULAR SESSION ON JULY 27, 2026, as
follows:
Section 1. That the approval of a nonexclusive franchise be and it is hereby granted to
James Ray, owner of Action Taxi, LLC, for operation of a taxi service within the corporate limits
of the city.
Section 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby directed and authorized to execute
and attest, respectively, a Franchise Agreement between the City of Gulf Shores and James Ray,
owner of Action Taxi, LLC which sets forth the requirements, covenants and agreements of a
franchise to the Company for operation of a taxi service within the City.
Section 3. That any future additional vehicles or drivers must be approved by the Revenue
Division.
Section 4. That the subject Franchise Agreement, the full text of which is available for
examination in the office of the City Clerk, is dated July 27, 2026.
Section 5. That this Ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption and publication
as required by law.
ADOPTED this 27th day of July 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 Ordinance No. (prepared by City Clerk), which
Ordinance was duly and legally adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on July 27,
2026, and published as required by law.

________________________________
City Clerk