This is the regular meeting of the Mobile City Council Tuesday, May the 5th.

Please stand for our invitation led by Pastor Tony Legier, Public Safety Chaplain, and remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance.

Good morning, everyone.

I always like to say I represent the uh Mobile Police Department strong and resolute, and we're honored to serve you here today.

So let's pray together.

Father, it's a busy day, and to so many of us, it frankly could just be just another day.

But we arise today, Lord, to give thanks to you for this gift.

We thank you for friends.

We thank you for the privilege to gather here at the city gates and pledge our reliance upon you.

Our prayer humbly, Lord, is that you would continue to smile upon our community.

Smile upon our churches, our synagogues.

And I pray, Father, that you'd find in our hearts a righteousness that's pleasing to you.

May it be evident, Lord, even in this room today, as we conduct, as our leaders give oversight to the life and vitality of our community.

We pray your blessing particularly upon them in this city.

We pray in Christ's name.

Amen.

One nation.

President Small.

Vice President Gregory.

Here.

Councilmember Penn.

Here.

Councilmember Ingram.

Here.

Councilmember Reynolds.

Here.

Councilmember Fleming.

Councilmember Woods.

Here.

Statement of rules.

And good morning, everyone.

Good morning.

It's good to see everyone this morning.

Welcome to our May 5th, 2026 meeting.

At this meeting, we do have rules.

At this time I ask if anyone have any type of electronic device, including cell phones, please at this time put on the off of the vibrant position, the off of the vibrant position.

Any person that desires to address the Mobile City Council must sign in the resolution, the ordinance, or public hearing agenda before entering the meeting.

When addressing this council, the speaker must give up his or her name.

Any person that desire to speak to the council on a non-agenda item must contact the city clerk office no later than two o'clock him the Thursday prior to the council meeting.

The subject that he or she wish to express the Mobile City Council must be identified and pertain to the city of Mobile Business.

Anyone who has not given proper note to the city clerk office and wish to speak on a non-agenda item would not be allowed to address this council.

Each speaker is allowed three minutes to address this council.

A bell was signed to indicate the end of two minutes.

One minute remain for summarizing the second bell indicates that your time has expired.

When addressing this council that we need no personal address to any individual council members, all statements are to be made to the chair who will recognize any council member who wishes to respond to maintain to corn wall to applause or public outcry allowed.

Madam Clerk.

Approval of minutes of April the 28th.

So move second.

Prophet movement second in discussion.

All in favor.

Aye.

All opposed.

Minutes approved.

Communications from Mayor Chair Gatis.

Good morning, everyone.

Good morning, Council.

Sorry I missed you earlier this morning.

Um I had the pleasure of welcoming some of our guests that are in town right now for the GulfCon, the Gulf Conference, over 1,200 uh scientists and federal partners and uh members from each of the Gulf states, all here in downtown at the conference center, at the convention center.

Uh so I encourage them to spend all of their per diemes and not to leave a red cent on the table.

Um but sorry I missed you.

So this morning I want to talk about a few things.

One is um second line transit.

We're continuing to work with our partner via to re redesign and improve our city of Mobile Public City of Mobile's public transit system so it's more accessible, more reliable, and more responsive to the needs of all mobilians.

As part of that effort, we're hosting a series of drop-in informational meetings with via next week to share details about some of the updates that are coming to the system, uh, and of course to gather more public input so that on Wednesday, the May the 13th, from 3:30 to 6:30.

We'll have a meeting at the Thomas Sullivan Community Center.

Uh the next day, Thursday, May 14th, same time, 3:30 to 6:30.

We'll be at the West Regional Library.

Uh and Friday, May 15th, we'll be um at the Ben May Main Library from 11:30 to 2 p.m.

Uh for any more information on this.

For any more information on this, please visit Mobile's Mobile's Transit Future website, which will be linked on our social and you can find that on all of our websites.

Show them the flag.

He tries, he tries.org slash, I think that's the forward slash events slash America 250.

I want to see all of you out at the battleship on uh at Battleship Memorial Park on the 4th of July.

Bring the family, join us for some live music, food trucks, local vendors, games, and I think our biggest fireworks display ever.

So hope to see you there.

Uh the event will take place from 5 30 p.m.

to 9 30 p.m.

on the 4th of July.

I hope you'll join us there.

Um finally, I want to remind everyone that the National Day of Prayer event is this Thursday, May 7th, at the USS Alabama Battleship Park.

Uh hosted by the National Day of Prayer.

This gathering is designed to bring the community together in prayer for our city, our nation, and our world.

This year's event is significant because it marks and celebrates the 75th anniversary of the National Day of Prayer being recognized, of course, on our 250th birthday as a nation.

Please join other community and faith leaders and me as we celebrate the National Day of Prayer from noon to 1:30 this Thursday, May 7th at Battleship Park.

Uh finally, I do have a couple of proclamations, and I'll ask some folks to join me at the podium.

How about Colonel Patrick Downing?

I know I saw him, and um Pat is the uh is U.S.

Army retired, of course, but he's also the vice president of the South Alabama Veterans Council, and I get to work with him through that organization.

And if you don't know Pat, you've probably been asleep at the wheel because he's everywhere.

Our military men and women are honored.

Um and Pat, I'll give you a chance to speak in just a minute, but let me read this proclamation.

Uh, whereas Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May, and whereas, thanks to President Harry S.

Truman, it's a day to pay special tribute to the men and women of the armed forces.

President Truman led the effort to establish a holiday to unite citizens and honor our military heroes for their patriotic service in support of the United States of America.

And whereas our courageous and vigilant armed forces safeguard the blessings of liberty for us and for future generations by selflessly answering the call of duty.

And whereas, through their strength and dedication to our country, they protect our freedoms, interests, and our way of life at duty stations all around the world.

And whereas every day, tens of thousands of American troops risk their lives and sacrifice time with their families and friends to protect our national security and keep us safe.

And whereas we thank them for their incredible service and we recognize that our nation has a sacred obligation to ensure that our armed forces remain ready and fully equipped to face any threat.

And whereas today and every day we acknowledge and celebrate all who proudly wear our nation's uniforms and the family members who face unique challenges as they tirelessly support them.

Now, therefore, I spirit of Charagitas, the 109th mayor of the city of Mobile, to hereby proclaim May 16th, 2026 as Armed Forces Day in the City of Mobile.

All right, Pat, come on up and say something to me.

Well, thank you very much, Mayor.

Be council.

Thank you, Mayor, members of City Council.

We represent the uh the seven counties of South Alabama.

We always appreciate the support from the city council and the city of Mobile for our efforts.

I've uh given Miss Lambert over here, Lisa, the city clerk coins for the city council members, just an expression of our appreciation.

Also have one for you, Mayor.

Well, thank you very much for your support.

Thank you very much.

We appreciate it.

And before I read uh my final proclamation, I do want to recognize this handsome group up here, uh, our SGA from uh St.

Ignatius School, they just come up to my office and met with me.

Thank you to all the teachers and administrators who got all these uh bright young people here.

I got some good ideas for us as a city from this career.

Thank y'all for being here.

Um finally, uh yeah, give them a round of applause, please.

Finally, we want to recognize children's mental health action week.

Uh, whereas mental health is essential to the overall well-being of individuals, families, and communities, influencing emotional, psychological, and social development at every stage of life.

And whereas May is recognized nationwide as mental health awareness month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of mental health conditions, reducing stigma, and promoting access to quality care and supportive services for all individuals.

And whereas Children's Mental Health Awareness Week, observed May 3rd through the 9th, 2026, emphasizes the critical importance of nurturing the emotional well-being of children from an early age and ensuring they have the resources, support systems, and safe environments necessary to grow, learn, and thrive.

And whereas one in five children may experience a mental health challenge, yet many go undiagnosed or untreated, highlighting the need for increased awareness, early intervention, and access to appropriate services.

And whereas families, educators, health care providers, and community organizations play a vital role in promoting resilience, fostering positive mental health, and supporting children facing emotional or behavioral challenges, and whereas raising awareness about children's mental health helps to break down barriers, encourage open conversations, and build a more compassionate and supportive community for all young people.

Now, therefore, I spira Cherragadas, the 109th mayor of the City of Mobile, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2026 as mental health awareness month and May 3rd through the 9th as children's mental health awareness week in the City of Mobile and encourage all citizens to support mental wellness and access to care for all.

Thank you.

And do I have thank you?

Let me call down Miss Cryner, Shay Robinson, Emily Jackson, April Douglas, and anyone else here from Alta Point.

I should have done that first, ladies, but at least I'll let you keep your seat.

Thank you all for being here.

Would anybody like to say anything?

We would like to thank you for the acknowledgement and recognize your continued commitment to making mental health care a priority in our community.

Thank you.

We couldn't do it without thank you.

All right, and with that, my remarks are concluded.

Thank you.

Councilwoman Igor.

Thank you, Mr.

President.

Good morning, everyone.

It is an honor to proclaim the month of May Historic Preservation.

If representatives for the historic preservation would please join me at the podium.

Whereas the city of Mobile founded in 1702 on the banks of the Mobile River is a city rich in history, culture, and diverse architectural styles.

And whereas Mobile is fortunate to have this history reflected in preservation efforts and restoration of a vast collection of historic homes and buildings that represent our heritage and define the character of our beautiful city.

And whereas these historic designations have produced enormous economic impact through hundreds of millions of dollars in investments and renovation.

And whereas the Mobile Historic Development Commission, Historic Mobile Preservation Society, the Downtown Mobile Alliance, Main Street Mobile, and Restore Mobile, in conjunction with the Alabama Historic Commission and the National Trust for Historic Preservation, celebrate National Historic Preservation Month and actively promote the importance of historic preservation to all residents and visitors.

And now therefore I, Councilwoman Samantha J.

Ingram of District 2, and the members of the Mobile City Council do hereby proclaim May 2026 as historic preservation month, done at the City of Mobile, Alabama, on the fifth day of May 2026.

Congratulations and thank you.

If a representative would like to share words, um, just on behalf of Restore Mobile, thank you guys so much for supporting us.

We are a small but mighty group and uh determined to do what we can to help preserve uh mobile's historic architecture.

So thank you.

Thank you.

Likewise, Fred Renfrey Downtown Mobile Alliance, and I'd just say that preservation is good for community and neighborhoods, and it's good for business.

So thank you all for what y'all do for uh for mobile.

Yes, Madam Clerk.

Adoption of the agenda, so move second prompt the move and second any discussion.

All in favor, aye, all opposed, agenda is adopted.

Appeals, we have requests for a wave of the noise ordinance on May 16th on Donald Street, May 15th on Government Street, May 30th and 31st on Charleston Street, September 4th and 5th on Virginia Street, October 1st through the 3rd on Virginia Street, May the 9th, Lyons Park, September 11th through the 13th in Lyons Park, June the 27th, Fort Conde, 6 30 p.m.

until 10 p.m.

July 18th on Dauphin Street, September the 13th on North Warren Street, May 7th, Mobile Botanical Gardens, May 9th and 2 on May 9th in Magnolia Grove Parkway.

So move seconds, second in discussion.

All in favor, aye.

All opposed, appeal passes.

We have requests for wave of the noise ordinance on June the 6th on Apex Court.

Move over one week.

Proper move and second in discussion.

All in favor?

Aye.

All opposed.

I don't laid over one week.

Request for wave of the noise ordinance on October the 17th on Government Street.

Move to lay over for two weeks.

Second.

Prop the move and second in discussion.

All in favor?

Aye.

All opposed.

I laid over two weeks.

Public hearings.

Today is a public hearing to declare the structures at 2814 Cottage Hill Road, 251 Rylands Street, 2459 Carrigan Drive, and 3909 Wiggins Drive, public nuisances and ordering them demolished.

No.

Is there one president would like to address the council on these items?

Not the public hearings or close.

Presentation of petitions and other communications to the council, Tammy White.

It's Ms.

Tammy White present.

Madam Clerk.

Estella Trotter.

Good morning.

Morning.

I'm here today, once again, beating the drums.

Your forward name, please.

My name is Estella Trotter.

Mobile city officials and offices of the court, fiduciary duties to report fake and accurate, fraudulent and gross negligence information purposely submitted to courts in order to harm Mobile citizens.

Multiple attorneys in Alabama, including at least one directly to Mobile have been reprimanded, fined or sanctioned recently for using all the future intelligence AI to draft court filings, filings that included fabricated or hallucinated legal cases.

And I'm going to give an example of falsified information.

It may as well be AI.

Before terminated, Director Pierce of MHA Betty's fate, he posted a liable letter of falsified information that included me, Miss Trotter, and the Mobile Housing Board had a fiduciary duty to check bylaws and policies regarding code of conduct prohibiting defamatory actions and improper conduct by high level staff.

This was to review governing documents.

The Mobile Housing Board and the City failed to do this.

They failed to remove the letter.

As of this day, that letter still is there.

That letter was posted July 2024.

When an executive director, who also serves as the secretary of the housing board, publishes a letter containing negative false statements about a resident who sits on the resident advisory board.

The housing board has a duty to act to protect the agency from liability and uphold ethical standards.

That never happened.

This letter was never taken down, even though it was brought to the attention of city officials by me and MH MHB MHA never reached out to me.

They continued to fight over land.

That was the only thing that was important.

City's gross negligence allowed peers to retaliate against me for testifying as a witness and tenant who helped start code inspections in public housing.

There never was an issue.

They never issued a retraction to mitigate damages.

The board may need to issue a formal retraction or apology to the residents to avoid f further legal liability as the organization could be held responsible for actions of his employees within the scope of their duties.

It's more than me coming up here and you telling me this council telling me to get an attorney.

You having a duty as well.

It is that time again, Elizabeth's crayons.

I've been doing this event for the last four years, uh, where we collect coloring books and crayons to enhance creativity in the youth in the city of Mobile.

So coming to the city and the city council and everybody let's make it known that we're looking for funds and resources.

We will be having the event at the Mamda D this year and through our five member drive.

Let's say you have a PDF that you can send to the city clerk's office and for we can put in our newsletters.

Absolutely.

All right.

Sounds great.

I appreciate all this to do for the community.

Yes, sir.

Thank you.

Okay.

Resolution's held over.

01466.

Authorized agreement with Downtown Mobile District Management Corporation for Baseline Services.

Moves later for one week.

Second.

Proper move and second in the discussion.

All in favor.

Aye.

All opposed.

Item later for one week.

01467 468 and 469 are authorizing agreements with Matthew Brooks, Peyton Hickman, and Frank Trice for tennis teaching and racket stringing services.

09473 Reallocate Funds from Capital Project Mounting Unit.

New training CTR CTR2 Capitol Project MPD mounted unit Grand Bay Upgrades.

09474 reallocate funds from Capitol Project AM testing to Capitol Project Stormwater Management MS4 program to support the City of Mobile's MS4 program.

21475 authorized contract amendment number four with Goodwin Mills in Kwood for improvements to the master plan for the Mobile Civic Center Arena.

3747 consider the application of Charles Henry Royal the Second for a certificate of public convenience and necessity to operate a shuttle service.

6478 authorized settlement agreement and release of claims.

So moved.

Second.

Property move and second in the discussion.

All in favor.

Aye.

All opposed.

Resolution passes.

Consent resolutions being introduced.

03480 through 6489.

Move to waive the rules for immediate consideration of these resolutions as read.

Second.

Promptly move and second in discussion.

All in favor.

Aye.

All opposed.

Rules waived.

Madam Clerk.

03480.

Concur in the appointments of Dr.

Valerie James and Denise Remer to the Mobile County Board of Human Resources.

09481 Transfer Funds from Capitol Project Priority Project District 5 to Capitol Project Traffic Engineering Street Traffic Improvements.

40 482 483 484 and 485 are declared structures at 2814 Cottage Hill Road 251 Ryland Street 250 2459 Carrigan Drive 3 3909 Wiggins Drive Public Nuisances and Ordering them Demolished 6486 through 489 are determining appropriations to Jack and Jill of America Mobile Chapter via Senior Center Country Club Estates Neighborhood Association Augusta Evans Schools serve a public purpose and approved payment so second property move and second in discussion all in favor aye all opposed item passes CIP resolutions being introduced 01490 through 21492 per council rules these resolutions will be laid over for one week resolutions being introduced 01493 through 60508 move to waive the rules for immediate consideration of resolutions numbers 08 497 498 499 500 502 503 504 505 506 with the rest laying over for one week second proper move and second in the discussion all in favor aye all opposed rules wave madam clerk 08497 approved purchase order to CDW government for network switches and backup power supplies 08498 approved purchase order to Daphne Automotive for SUVs 08499 approved purchase order to Echo South services of mobile to repair and refurbish recycling compactors 08500 approved purchase order to Granicus for one year subscription for short-term rental activity monitoring and non-compliant property software outreach 08502 approved purchase order to interra for one year subscription for pitch software 08503 approved purchase order to RML Huntsville Alabama LLC doing business is landers Millardi for SUVs 08504 approved purchase order to Safe Haven Company for storm drainage vegetation and debris removal 08505 reallocate funds from capital project environmental testing and upgrades to capital project facility upgrade a DM compliance 21506 authorized contract amendment with Michael Baker International for miscellaneous drainage repairs so move second proper move and second in discussion all in favor aye all opposed resolution passes call for public hearings 41509 call for public hearing to consider the rezoning of property located at the east side of Tacon Street north of Cameron Street from R1 to B3 scheduled June the 9th 41510 call for public hearing to consider the application of ground transportation with Travis for a certificate of public convenience and necessity to operate a taxicap service scheduled May 19th 41511 call for public hearing to consider the application of raw medical transport LLC for certificate of public convenience and necessity to operate a shuttle service scheduled May 19th same moved second proper move and second in discussion all in favor aye all opposed public hearings called announcements mission one councilman pinn thank you Ms.

41511 call for public hearing to consider the application of raw medical transport, LLC for certificate of public convenience and necessity to operate a shuttle service scheduled May 19th.

Same mate.

All in favor, aye.

All opposed, public hearings called.

Announcements.

Councilman Penn.

Thank you, Mr.

President.

Um, I want to acknowledge we have Miss Anderson.

Can you stand up, please?

Um, she's a student from Theodore High School.

Um, she will be attending Bishop State, and she's here for combo with Corey, opportunity to learn more about politics.

So, can we give her a big hand just for joining and want to understand more about our government, how it works.

Um, also want to take this time.

I want everyone to have an opportunity.

Um, I received some emails regarding situations that's taking place in that's uh that potentially could affect um the district that I serve.

Um, and and it's been concerning, and you probably heard the reports these last three days.

Um, but I want you to take the time to kind of look around the room and you you you see everybody here, we're different, we're diverse, um, but we represent Mobile.

We represent a city that's moving forward together.

And right now, where we're seeing in our state, we're not seeing that.

We're not seeing us move forward together.

And so I want to just take a moment to explain what's happening right now in Alabama and how it could directly affect you and your voice at the ballot box.

Governor K.

Ivey called for a special session.

She called for a special session this week to withdraw our voting district maps.

Um, well, to create a premiere just in case um the Supreme Government overthrow these maps, both for Congress and for the state senate.

These changes could impact areas and parts of Mobile and surrounding communities.

If approved, they could lead to new elections, new candidates, and the possible change to represent this area.

Right now, elections are already scheduled, and that's why I'm receiving calls.

And some people have started voting.

But depending on what happened in court, these elections could be disrupted, delayed, and redone entirely.

That creates confusion, uncertainty, um, and frustration for voters.

And what's concerning me the most or why is this happened?

And if we look at the history behind it, in 2021, the legislators draw congressional maps that the court found likely violated the voting rights act.

When we look in this community, we all say we got to work together.

We all should have representation.

We all should move forward together.

And in 2023, the Supreme Court upheld the findings.

The lawmakers then drew new maps, but I want you to hear this.

But those maps were rejected by the courts.

Now we say that we supposed to listen to the courts.

We supposed to follow the guidelines, but they were rejected.

And as a resort, resort of this, a court appointing special master had to step in and create new districts.

So it had to be forced.

I want you to hear this, guys.

Had to be forced.

And by that happened, we had two majority black congressional seats that now we have.

Then in May of 2025, three federal judges, three federal judges, appointed by Republican presidents, two by Donald Trump, one by Reagan.

Rule that the legislative early maps, the same ones that we're trying to see right now being proposed again, were drawn with intentional racial discrimination.

It wasn't one side.

You could say, well, the Democrats created these maps.

And if anybody know anything about me, I don't care if you're a Republican, Democrat, independent, whatever color, I love everybody.

And when we see this right here, they made a decision and said something is wrong, and we have to fix it.

Now, despite of all that, that's an effort to go back to those same maps.

And I'll be honest with you.

I'm disappointed.

I'm disappointed.

I'm angry and I'm upset.

Because we as a community should be better than that.

Every day on well, every Tuesday, people come to this diets and they speak.

And even if I disagree with them, they have the right to do it.

Just because we disagree with people, that don't mean that we have to be, we have to term them as evil people.

We just disagree.

But everyone should have a voice.

Everyone should have a voice.

I'm disappointed because instead of us using taxpayers' money to improve education, strengthen our economy, fix this infrastructure, address these real challenges in our community that we're facing.

Gas.

These people houses that I'm going to who are they have holes in their roof.

And we up here are fine about just representation.

Where we could be coming together as a community.

Many Alabamians.

And most of all, I'm disappointed.

Because every resident, no matter where you live or what you look like, deserve to feel like your vote matters and your voice is heard.

This isn't about just political as usual.

It's about fairness.

It's about trust.

And it's about making sure our state move forward, not backwards.

So the reason why you said, well, Councilman Penn, why are you saying that?

Because every last one of us has a voice.

And regardless, if you disagree with somebody, you should want that person still to have a voice.

So I'm encouraging you, reach out to your state legislators.

Tell them your concerns.

And let's move Alabama forward and not backwards.

Thank you, Mr.

President.

Thank you, Councilman Penn.

District 2, Councilwoman Ingram.

Thank you, Mr.

President.

I want to echo the sentiments of Councilman Penn.

And I want to remind us of a quote by Bernice King that states if you don't think representation matters, you're probably well represented.

It is important that we remember that representation matters for all of us.

And it's critical.

And I encourage you to take action.

I also want to recognize Austin's signing day on last week.

I have the privilege to be there with 48 young adults from all over the various educational systems in Mobile to be there to sign to for this apprenticeship.

And again, it just shows that when you invest in our youth, you are investing in our future.

And many of those young adults will start, have a starting salary greater than I had when I graduated with a PhD.

And so that again is just a testimony of what happens when we collaborate, work together, and invest in our youth.

So and I just want to thank all of the different organizations from the community to the educational institutions that were there.

You had various educational systems that were there from private to public charter, all education systems were represented.

So again, thank you, Australia and the city for the work that we've done, but also to our partners.

In addition, I want to take a moment to recognize uh Mother's Day that's coming up on Sunday.

I want to honor the mothers that are working for the city, but across our city, and also the the mother figures in our community.

Just thank you for all that you do.

We know that your compassion and your passion and the work that you do, it does not go unnoticed and happy Mother's Day to those.

And lastly, as a reminder, we have an administrative service committee meeting today at 1 p.m.

Thank you, Mr.

President.

Thank you, Councilwoman.

District 4, Councilmith Penn.

I mean, Runnels.

I just want to acknowledge the St.

Ignatius SGA group that's here.

It's a big group.

I'm glad you are involved in understanding your government.

What I've learned over the years is if you understand how government works, you got to leg up on a lot of people because a lot of people do not know how it works.

So please, as you use this time that's a society that society provides you to learn, take full advantage of it, know how it all works, not just at the federal level, but the state level, the county level, and the city level as well, and you'll find that you're very well positioned to have a leg up on a lot of people.

So thank you for what you're doing and keep up the good work.

Thank you, Councilman Reynolds.

District 6.

Councilman Woods.

I actually have something to say today.

Um had the opportunity last Friday to go and visit the Academy of Craft Training.

Uh, Ms.

Bico was there as well.

And uh just uh want to say congratulations to all those students.

They had 69 or 59 that graduated uh and with and signed with local companies, they signed with uh 15 companies across the board.

I think the majority of them went to Austel for either welding electrician um and then a lot of other companies, whether it's Smith Electric or other Thompson Engineering, uh, that the crew went across there.

So just want to say congratulations to those um young men and young ladies.

Um they actually, you know, they go through a program.

I think it's a junior and senior level program, uh, and they uh they finish and at the end they signed with uh sign with the company.

So they're they're immediately entering the job market, whether under an apprenticeship program or going straight into into their trade craft.

So I just want to say congratulations to them.

It was a it was a great opportunity.

I think that's the third or fourth time that I've been there.

I think third time, I guess.

And it's just always amazing seeing uh what they've accomplished and and where they're going.

And um would be remiss the HBA is doing something similar.

I know Robert's here today.

Uh the HBA has their program for for home building and construction on the other side.

So between those type of programs that are that are across the city, uh, we're really uh really geared up to what whatever the future job market looks like in Mobile.

Um, on another note, I want to say congratulations to all the Westside All Stars.

They were they were chosen this last week.

Uh Westside, we had roughly 900 kids, a little over 900 kids playing this year on this season.

So I want to say congratulations to all these all-stars.

Congratulations to to everyone that's finishing up the season at Westside.

Uh, I know Thursday night, I believe is the last time.

I know for certain that me and Kristen will be able to get to bed a lot earlier, um, given the fact we're not gonna be hanging out three or four nights a week at the ballpark.

So um congratulations to all the the kids that played, and also congratulations to the parents that that made it uh through the season.

Um and I did want to also point out too, while we're on the whole baseball thing, um, the University of South Alabama baseball uh this weekend uh swept the series and actually uh finished uh finished uh with 30 wins um to date.

So that's the fastest they've ever gotten to in over a decade that they've gotten to 30 wins in a season.

So I want to say congratulations to them.

Looking forward to seeing what the rest of the season looks like in uh go jacks.

Thank you.

Thank you, Councilman Woods, District 7th, Vice President Gregory.

Thank you, Mr.

President.

On um last week, we were able to do a soft opening for the new Johnny King, John E.

King, uh, senior center at Hillsdale.

It was a soft opening because we still have a bit of a punch list to complete.

I want to thank Shonda Smith and her entire team for setting this up and making it so special for the seniors and for the King family in particular.

So, what this means is that we will be having a big grand opening celebration when everything is complete, bringing in all of the seniors, the trailblazers, and of course the King family to be a part of this.

The community will be invited, and I look forward to having that celebration coming up.

Also, uh good to see the St.

Ignatius group here today.

How many of you know who your city council member is uh from the school over there where it's located?

And that would be right.

Okay, very good.

Yes, it's great to see um kids from one of the schools in my district uh said Ignatius is a big part of the community.

Thank you all for coming and good job knowing who your city council member is.

Thank you.

Uh congratulations to you, um, Vice President on your soft opening on last week.

Yeah, it's great.

And uh greetings to the citizens of District Three, and I do share the same concerns that my colleague, Councilman Penn have.

Um seems like when you take three steps forward in life, something comes and take you four steps backwards.

But I am reminded and remind you also, Councilman Penn, that God looks high, sits high and he looks low, and he's still in control.

And to remind all the citizens in District Three, especially in the Pleasant Valley, Azalea Road, Doll River Morningsty, uh Belvedere communities, we will have a community meeting on May the 19th at I Show Emergs Elementary School, which is located on Government Boulevard, inviting all the citizens in those communities to please come out at 6 o'clock PM.

And wishing every mother, a mother to be a happy bundle day this coming Sunday, which is my birthday, May the 10th.

And I think from the administration.

Nothing, brother.

Motion to adjourn.

Second.

Profit the moving second into discussion.