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Tuscaloosa City Council Meeting Summary - February 3, 2026

City Council Meetings — Tuesday, February 3, 2026

BodyTuscaloosa, Alabama

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DateTuesday, February 3, 2026

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0:00

I thought I'd already done it.

0:01

Yeah.

0:02

I had to change my password.

0:04

Who did you get to help?

0:10

Well, Jeff Elder down there is very helpful.

0:14

I call it when I said look.

0:17

Yes, one for four hours.

0:20

All right.

0:24

Well, they were shorthanded.

0:26

Already.

0:27

Yeah, I'll see how somebody has to be.

0:29

Good evening, everyone.

0:30

The Tuscaloosa City Council has now come to order.

0:33

I would ask everyone to please stand as we have our council prayer and then remain standing for our pledge of allegiance.

0:39

Let's bow our heads, please.

0:41

Dear God, bless our proceedings tonight.

0:43

Give us the wisdom to know what is just and the strength to do what is right.

0:47

Amen.

0:48

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands.

0:56

One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

1:01

Please be seated.

1:02

Approval of the minutes.

1:03

I make a motion.

1:04

We approve the minutes.

1:06

Second.

1:08

To approve the minutes.

1:09

Voting, Mr.

1:10

Eatman.

1:10

Yes.

1:11

Yes.

1:12

Yes.

1:12

Yes.

1:13

Yes.

1:14

Minutes stand approved.

1:15

Proclamation statements by Mayor and Council.

1:18

First tonight, I have a proclamation for National Parent Leadership Month.

1:22

And we have Ms.

1:23

Dora Drake, who we all know well here at the city, along with the Donna Williams.

1:27

And I'm going to ask that they come forward as I read this proclamation into the record.

1:33

Whereas meaningful parent leadership occurs when parents gain knowledge and skills necessary to function in a meaningful leadership role and present a parent's voice to help shape the direction of their families, programs, and communities.

1:46

Whereas the Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention, the Alabama Children's Trust Fund recognizes the valuable importance of partnering with parents and assist public systems and private organizations, policymakers, and key stakeholders to effectively implement parent leadership strategies.

2:04

And whereas parent leadership is a necessary component of an effective family strengthening and whereas parent leadership is necessary component in any effective family strengthening and family support program.

2:16

And whereas parent leadership is successfully achieved when parents receive support and training and shared responsibility and exercise leadership in the planning, implementation, oversight, and evaluation of policies, practices, and programs that impact families and communities.

2:32

And therefore, be it resolved that I want Maddox on behalf of the City of Council of Tuscaloosa to hereby proclaim February 2026 to be National Parent Leadership Month in Tuscaloosa.

2:44

And we ask all residents to join us in supporting parents in the vital leadership roles in their homes and communities.

2:51

And I will say as a as a father and certainly as a parent, it's the hardest job in my life.

2:57

And I think we can all say it is the most difficult job being a parent.

3:01

It never ends.

3:02

Well never.

3:04

It never ends.

3:05

And certainly, but it's also I would argue the key difference in the lives of all of our young people.

3:12

And so Dora, to you and to all of you who are involved in this, thank you for what you're doing.

3:17

Thank you.

3:17

Thank you.

3:18

Let's give them a round of applause.

3:22

We would love for you to say a few words about this month.

3:25

I think they volunteered Justrade to do it.

3:27

I think so.

3:29

To Mayor Maddox and to the Tuscaloosa City Council on behalf of the Tuscaloosa cohort of the parent leadership network, we want to extend our sincerest gratitude to you for always standing behind us and providing this proclamation so that uh the people of Tuscaloosa will know that we are here and we are standing behind our families, making them strong and resilient, and also protecting our babies.

3:54

Thank you so much.

3:55

With us tonight is our parent mentor and leader, uh Mrs.

4:00

Madonna Williams, and one of our parents uh and parent leaders, Mrs.

4:05

Moss, Cesley Moss.

4:07

Thank you.

4:09

Thank you all.

4:16

I plan to be at Jack's Saturday morning for all y'all people that missed me this past Saturday morning.

4:24

Any other council announcements?

4:27

Agenda item comments by citizens.

4:29

No, sir.

4:30

Okay.

4:31

Unfinished business.

4:33

Clerk.

4:34

This will order demolition of the building located at 3153 Riggs Road.

4:38

Move adoption.

4:38

Second.

4:39

It's been moved and second.

4:40

Mr.

4:40

Williams.

4:42

Mr.

4:43

Mayor, Council, this is for the condemnation of 3153 Riggs Road, condemned August 21st, 2025.

4:50

This property has 48 housing code violations.

4:53

The owner has been aware and contacted is aware of this hearing.

4:56

The owner is aware that if it's condemned and demolished, the cost of demolition will be charged back to the owner.

5:02

Since this afternoon, I did speak with the owner.

5:05

There is a contract on it, but I spoke with the salesperson.

5:09

She says the person buying it is still not going to be uh trying to save the house.

5:14

So move forward with what we subjusted this morning.

5:18

And this is for the house and all accessory buildings.

5:22

Okay.

5:23

Any questions for Mr.

5:24

Williams?

5:26

Is there anyone here who wishes to speak for or against this demolition?

5:30

Oh unfortunately, the the owner was late run running late getting here.

5:35

That's the reason she called me.

5:36

So seeing no one here.

5:40

Voting to demolish Mr.

5:42

Pell.

5:42

Yes.

5:43

Yes.

5:43

Yes.

5:44

Yes.

5:45

Yes.

5:45

Demolition is ordered.

5:47

Consent agenda, clerk.

5:48

This approves items A through H on the consent agenda.

5:51

Move adoption.

5:51

Second.

5:52

It's been moved and second.

5:53

Voting, Mr.

5:54

Eatman.

5:55

Yes.

5:55

Yes.

5:56

Yes.

5:56

Yes.

5:57

Yes.

5:58

Consent agenda is adopted.

6:00

We have no public hearings tonight.

6:02

Resolution ordinance is not of the general nature of permanent operation.

6:04

Clerk.

6:05

This approves less than seven days special events retail licenses for downtown entertainment.

6:09

LLC.

6:10

Move adoption.

6:10

Second.

6:11

It's been moved and second.

6:12

Ms.

6:12

Franks.

6:15

Good evening, Mayor and Council.

6:17

Good evening.

6:18

I have Downtown Entertainment LLC applying for special events retail less than seven days.

6:25

The applicant will like to have events in the month of February and March.

6:29

These locations consist of two fraternity houses and one at Bryant Denny Stadium.

6:37

Here's the aerial view for FICAP Psi House, Bryant Deanny Stadium, ATO house.

6:43

All my reports have been filed with the city clerk.

6:45

TPD will come and give his reports and then the applicant for questions.

6:53

Good evening, Mayor Council.

6:54

Police department doesn't have any objections to this applicant.

6:57

Okay.

6:58

Mr.

6:58

Hanks, if you'd like to come forward, please give your name and address.

7:07

Brandon Hanks, Downtown Entertainment, 504 Almond Avenue, Tuscaloosa.

7:12

Any questions of Mr.

7:13

Hanks?

7:16

All right.

7:16

Thank you very much.

7:18

Voting, Mr.

7:19

Bell.

7:19

Yes.

7:20

Yes.

7:20

Yes.

7:21

Yes.

7:21

Yes.

7:22

Applications are approved.

7:23

Good luck.

7:24

Clerk.

7:24

This approves a less than seven days special events retail license for party down LLC.

7:29

So move.

7:30

Second.

7:31

Move and second.

7:32

Ms.

7:32

Franks.

7:35

Okay, we have party down LLC applying for a special events retail less than seven days.

7:41

Applicant will have two events in the month of February at Pi Cappa 5 Parents Weekend at 130 University Boulevard.

7:49

Here's the aerial view of Pi Cappa Phi House.

7:52

All my reports have been filed with the city clerk.

7:54

TPD will come and give their report and then the applicant for questions.

7:58

Also champion.

8:06

If the applicant can come forward, please give your name and address for the record.

8:16

Hello.

8:18

Lauren Sheemaker 13800 Wire Road, Cottendale, Alabama.

8:22

35453.

8:24

Any questions, Miss Shu Maker?

8:26

All right.

8:27

Thank you very much.

8:28

Voting Mr.

8:29

Eden.

8:29

Yes.

8:30

Yes.

8:30

Yes.

8:31

Yes.

8:31

Yes.

8:32

Application is approved.

8:34

Good luck.

8:34

Clerk.

8:35

This authorizes the CFO to draw drifts for the Kicker Road Sidewalk Project Right of Way Acquisition.

8:39

Move adoption.

8:40

Second.

8:40

Move and second.

8:41

Voting Mr.

8:42

Pell.

8:42

Yes.

8:43

Yes.

8:43

Yes.

8:44

Yes.

8:45

Yes.

8:45

That's 400.

8:46

Resolutions adopted.

8:47

Clerk.

8:47

Yeah.

8:48

This authorizes execution of agency funding agreements for the city of Tusaloosa's 2025 emergency solutions grant program.

8:54

So move.

8:55

Second.

8:56

Move and second.

8:56

Voting Mr.

8:57

Eden.

8:57

Yes.

8:58

Yes.

8:58

Yes.

8:59

Yes.

9:00

Yes.

9:01

Resolutions adopted.

9:02

Clerk.

9:02

This authorizes a professional services agreement with Shoal Engineering Company.

9:08

So move.

9:09

Second.

9:09

Move and second.

9:10

Voting Mr.

9:11

Fell.

9:11

Yes.

9:12

Yes.

9:12

Yes.

9:13

Yes.

9:14

Yes.

9:15

Resolution is adopted.

9:16

Clerk.

9:17

This authorizes a professional services agreement with McGiffert and Associates.

9:20

LLC.

9:22

Move adoption.

9:22

Thank you.

9:23

Second.

9:23

Move and second.

9:24

Voting Mr.

9:24

Eatman.

9:25

Yes.

9:25

Yes.

9:26

Yes.

9:27

Yes.

9:28

Yes.

9:29

Resolution is adopted.

9:30

Clerk.

9:30

This authorizes a minor public works contract with PCI Technologies.

9:34

Motion.

9:35

Second.

9:35

Move and second.

9:36

Voting Mr.

9:37

Pell.

9:37

Yes.

9:37

Yes.

9:38

Yes.

9:39

Yes.

9:39

Yes.

9:40

Resolution is adopted.

9:41

Clerk.

9:41

This will authorize a contract for professional services with appraisal and consultant group incorporated.

9:47

So move.

9:48

Second.

9:48

Move and second.

9:49

Voting Mr.

9:50

Eatman.

9:50

Yes.

9:51

Yes.

9:51

Yes.

9:52

Yes.

9:52

Yes.

9:53

Resolution is adopted.

9:55

Clerk.

9:55

This will authorize a contract for professional services with Duncan Coker Associates PC.

10:00

So move.

10:01

Second.

10:01

Move and second, voting is trapped.

10:03

Yes.

10:03

Yes.

10:04

Yes.

10:04

Yes.

10:05

Yes.

10:06

Resolutions adopted, clerk.

10:07

This authorizes professional study and consult services agreement with Hazen and Sawyer.

10:12

PC.

10:13

So move.

10:14

Second.

10:14

Move and second, voting is treatment.

10:16

Yes.

10:16

Yes.

10:17

Yes.

10:19

Yes.

10:20

Yes.

10:20

Resolutions adopted.

10:22

Clerk.

10:22

This amends the resolution authorizing a professional services contract with Corterra Incorporated.

10:28

So move.

10:29

Second.

10:29

Move and second, voting Mr.

10:31

Pell.

10:31

Yes.

10:32

Yes.

10:32

Yes.

10:33

Yes.

10:34

Yes.

10:35

Resolutions adopted.

10:36

Clerk.

10:36

This will authorize a minor public works contract with Johns and Kirkseat Incorporated.

10:41

So move.

10:42

Second.

10:42

Clark.

10:43

Move and second, voting is treatment.

10:45

Yes.

10:45

Yes.

10:46

Yes.

10:46

Yes.

10:47

Yes.

10:47

Resolutions adopted, Clerk.

10:49

This authorizes a professional services contract with Smiths De Gaulle and Associates PC.

10:54

So move.

10:54

Second.

10:55

Move and second, voting.

10:58

Yes.

10:59

Yes.

10:59

Yes.

11:00

Resolutions adopted.

11:01

Clerk.

11:01

This authorizes a minor public works contract with Nixon Power Services.

11:05

So move.

11:06

Second.

11:07

Move and second, voting Mr.

11:08

Eatman.

11:09

Yes.

11:09

Yes.

11:10

Yes.

11:10

Yes.

11:11

Yes.

11:12

Resolutions adopted, clerk.

11:14

This will authorize a minor public works contract with Amison and Associates Incorporated.

11:18

So move.

11:19

Second.

11:20

Move and second, voting Mr.

11:21

Pell.

11:21

Yes.

11:22

Yes.

11:22

Yes.

11:23

Yes.

11:23

Yes.

11:24

Resolutions adopted.

11:25

Clerk.

11:26

This will authorize the professional architectural and engineering services agreement with Markham Architects LLC.

11:31

Move adoption.

11:32

Second.

11:32

Move and second, voting.

11:34

Yes.

11:34

Yes.

11:35

Yes.

11:36

Yes.

11:36

Yes.

11:37

Resolutions adopted.

11:38

Clerk.

11:39

This authorizes disbursement from district two improvement funds for the bloody Tuesday organization.

11:43

So move.

11:44

Second.

11:44

Move and second, voting Mr.

11:46

Pell.

11:46

Yes.

11:47

Yes.

11:47

Yes.

11:48

Yes.

11:48

Yes.

11:49

Resolutions adopted.

11:50

Clerk.

11:51

This will authorize a disbursement from District 2 improvement funds for the Silver Fox Valentine's Day bowl.

11:55

So move.

11:56

Second.

11:57

Move and second, voting is treatment.

11:58

Yes.

11:59

Yes.

12:00

Yes.

12:00

Yes.

12:01

Yes.

12:01

Resolutions adopted, clerk.

12:03

This authorizes disbursement from district five improvement funds for Christmas decor.

12:07

Move adoption.

12:08

Second.

12:08

Move and second, voting tripell.

12:10

Yes.

12:11

Yes.

12:12

Yes.

12:12

Yes.

12:13

Yes.

12:13

Resolutions adopted, clerk.

12:15

This authorizes disbursement from district six improvement funds for the backpack connections.

12:19

Motion.

12:20

Second.

12:21

Move and second, voting of treatment.

12:22

Yes.

12:23

Yes.

12:24

Yes.

12:24

Yes.

12:25

Yes.

12:25

Resolutions adopted, clerk.

12:27

This authorizes disbursement from district six improvement funds for carrying days.

12:31

Motion.

12:32

Second.

12:32

Move and second, voting is trappel.

12:34

Yes.

12:35

Yes.

12:35

Yes.

12:36

Yes.

12:36

Yes.

12:36

Resolutions adopted.

12:38

Clerk.

12:38

This authorizes disbursement from district six improvement funds for the Christian Amerson Youth Foundation.

12:43

Motion.

12:43

Second.

12:44

Move and second, voting treatment.

12:46

Yes.

12:46

Yes.

12:47

Yes.

12:47

Yes.

12:48

Yes.

12:48

Resolutions adopted.

12:50

Clerk.

12:50

This authorizes disbursement from District 7 improvement funds for Southview Elementary School.

12:55

So move.

12:55

Second.

12:56

Move and second, voting is trippel.

12:58

Yes.

12:59

Yes.

12:59

Yes.

13:00

Yes.

13:01

Yes.

13:01

Resolutions adopted.

13:02

Clerk.

13:03

This authorizes execution of a right-of-way permit to Star Partners LLC.

13:07

So move.

13:08

Second.

13:09

Move and second, voting readman.

13:10

Yes.

13:11

Yes.

13:12

Yes.

13:13

Yes.

13:13

Yes.

13:14

Resolutions adopted.

13:15

Clerk.

13:16

This accepts public infrastructure improvements.

13:19

So move.

13:20

Second.

13:20

Move and second, voting is trappel.

13:22

Yes.

13:23

Yes.

13:23

Yes.

13:24

Yes.

13:24

Yes.

13:25

Resolutions adopted.

13:26

Clerk.

13:27

This authorizes execution of a grant agreements for the city's program year 2025 CDBG home program.

13:34

So move.

13:34

Second.

13:35

Move and second, voting is readman.

13:37

Yes.

13:37

Yes.

13:38

Yes.

13:38

Yes.

13:39

Yes.

13:40

Resolutions adopted.

13:41

Clerk.

13:43

This authorizes execution of sub recipient agreements and MOUs for the city's 2025 CDBG and home programs.

13:50

So move.

13:51

Second.

13:51

Move and second, voting.

13:53

Yes.

13:54

Yes.

13:55

Yes.

13:55

Yes.

13:56

Yes.

13:56

Resolutions adopted.

13:57

Clerk.

13:58

This authorizes execution of amendment number one to the subrecipient funding agreement with temporary emergency services.

14:04

So move.

14:04

Second.

14:05

Move and second, voting treatment.

14:07

Yes.

14:07

Yes.

14:08

Yes.

14:08

Yes.

14:08

Yes.

14:09

Resolutions adopted, clerk.

14:11

This will authorize execution of amendment number two to the subrecipient funding agreement with turning point.

14:16

So move.

14:16

Second.

14:17

Move and second, voting.

14:19

Yes.

14:20

Yes.

14:20

Yes.

14:21

Yes.

14:22

Yes.

14:22

Resolutions adopted, clerk.

14:24

This authorizes execution of amendment number one to the subrecipient funding agreement with Salvation Army.

14:29

So move.

14:30

Second.

14:31

Move and second, voting is treatment.

14:32

Yes.

14:33

Yes.

14:34

Yes.

14:34

Yes.

14:35

Yes.

14:36

Resolutions adopted, clerk.

14:37

This authorizes execution of an agreement with a DECA.

14:40

So move.

14:41

Second.

14:42

Move and second, voting Mr.

14:43

Pell.

14:44

Yes.

14:44

Yes.

14:45

Yes.

14:45

Yes.

14:46

Yes.

14:46

Resolutions adopted.

14:48

Clerk.

14:48

This authorizes amendment number one to the funding agreement with MAC Environmental LLC.

14:53

So move.

14:53

Second.

14:54

Move and second, voting is treatment.

14:56

Yes.

14:56

Yes.

14:57

Yes.

14:58

Yes.

14:59

Yes.

15:00

Resolution is adopted.

15:00

Clerk.

15:01

This authorizes OCA to initiate condemnation proceedings if there's other necessary actions for the acquisition of property for the kicker road sidewalk project.

15:08

Move adoption.

15:10

Second.

15:10

Move and second, voting Mr.

15:11

Fell.

15:12

Yes.

15:12

Yes.

15:13

Yes.

15:13

Yes.

15:14

Yes.

15:15

Resolution is adopted.

15:16

Clerk.

15:16

This authorizes execution of security firm contracts for city facilities and events.

15:21

So move.

15:22

Second.

15:23

Move and second, voting Mr.

15:24

Eatman.

15:24

Yes.

15:25

Yes.

15:25

Yes.

15:26

Yes.

15:26

Yes.

15:27

Resolution is adopted, Clerk.

15:28

This will authorize amendment number five to the 2019 B warrant series budget.

15:33

Motion.

15:33

Second.

15:34

Move and second, voting Mr.

15:35

Fell.

15:36

Yes.

15:37

Yes.

15:37

Yes.

15:38

Yes.

15:39

Yes.

15:39

Resolution is adopted.

15:40

Clerk.

15:41

This authorizes amendment number one to the fiscal year 2026.

15:44

Water and sewer reserve for future improvements fund budget.

15:47

Motion.

15:48

Second.

15:48

Move and second, voting Mr.

15:50

Eatman.

15:50

Yes.

15:51

Yes.

15:51

Yes.

15:52

Yes.

15:52

Yes.

15:53

Resolutions adopted.

15:55

Ordinance of resolutions of the general nature of permanent operation for introduction.

15:58

Clerk.

15:58

This introduces zoning amendment number 29.

16:02

So move.

16:03

Second.

16:04

Move and second.

16:05

Voting, Mr.

16:06

Fell.

16:07

Yes.

16:08

Yes.

16:08

Yes.

16:09

Yes.

16:10

Yes.

16:11

Clerk.

16:11

This authorizes amendment number six to the fiscal year 2026 general fund budget.

16:17

So move.

16:18

Second.

16:19

Move and second, voting Mr.

16:20

Eatman.

16:20

Yes.

16:21

Yes.

16:21

Yes.

16:22

Yes.

16:23

Yes.

16:23

All for unanimous consent.

16:25

Second.

16:26

Move and second, voting Mr.

16:27

Pell.

16:27

Yes.

16:28

Yes.

16:29

Yes.

16:30

Yes.

16:30

Yes.

16:31

Budget is amended for adoption, Clerk.

16:33

This sets March 3rd, 2026 is the date for a public hearing to consider adoption of zoning amendment number 29.

16:38

Motion.

16:39

Second.

16:39

Move and second, voting is treatment.

16:41

Yes.

16:42

Yes.

16:42

Yes.

16:43

Yes.

16:43

Yes.

16:44

Data set.

16:45

Auditing account.

16:46

This authorizes the payment of bills.

16:48

Thank you, Mr.

16:48

Bills.

16:49

Pay my bills.

16:50

Move and second.

16:50

Voting Mr.

16:51

Pell.

16:53

Yes.

16:55

Yes.

16:56

Yes.

16:56

Yes.

16:57

Bills are paid.

16:58

Citizens' comments and other communications.

17:00

Anyone wish to address city council?

17:02

Please.

17:05

You would please give your name and address for the record.

17:07

Okay.

17:08

Susie Smith, 17 Springbrook.

17:10

I was here last week to oppose the execution of a development agreement with Delaney Property Group to provide economic development assistance for the construction of Springbrook Circle Development.

17:25

That was to the tune of tax incentive of 5.75 million dollars.

17:32

But I didn't have to do that.

17:34

Didn't have what ma'am?

17:35

I didn't have to do that.

17:37

Because you all decided to table that request indefinitely.

17:45

I thank you for that.

17:47

Thank you, Mr.

17:48

Eatman.

17:49

Thank you, Ms.

17:50

Howard.

17:51

Thank you, Mr.

17:52

Tiner.

17:52

Thank you, Mr.

17:53

Busby.

17:54

Thank you, Mr.

17:55

Fayle.

17:56

And I would like to thank also Mr.

17:58

Lanier for bringing that motion forward to begin with.

18:02

I appreciate it.

18:04

Thank you, Mr.

18:04

Well.

18:05

Thank you.

18:05

Anyone else wish to address city council tonight?

18:11

Subject to excise mayoral veto and ordinances of adjournal nature of permanent operational applicable departments here by orders otherwise implement council.

18:18

I'll move we adjourn.

18:19

Second.

18:19

Moved and second, voting Mr.

18:21

Eatman.

18:21

Yes.

18:22

Yes.

18:22

Yes.

18:23

Yes.

18:24

Yes.

18:24

Meetings adjourned.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting

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Youth Programs█████9%

Economic Development███5%

Summary of Proceedings

Tuscaloosa City Council Meeting Summary - February 3, 2026

The Tuscaloosa City Council convened on February 3, 2026, to conduct routine business including the approval of minutes, the issuance of a proclamation for National Parent Leadership Month, and the adoption of a comprehensive series of resolutions regarding public works, funding agreements, and special event licenses. The meeting also featured a public comment session where a resident expressed support for a previously tabled economic development request.

Consent Calendar

Unanimously adopted the approval of meeting minutes.
Ordered the demolition of the building at 3153 Riggs Road due to 48 housing code violations, noting the owner was informed of the costs which would be charged back to them.
Approved the Consent Agenda items A through H, covering various resolutions.
Adopted resolutions authorizing less than seven days special events retail licenses for Downtown Entertainment LLC (fraternity houses and Bryant-Denny Stadium) and Party Down LLC (Pi Kappa Phi House) for February events.
Approved several professional services and minor public works contracts with entities including Shoal Engineering, McGiffert Associates, PCI Technologies, Appraisal and Consultant Group, Duncan Coker Associates, Hazen and Sawyer, Corterra Incorporated, Johns and Kirkseat, Nixon Power Services, Amison and Associates, and Markham Architects LLC.
Authorized disbursements from District 2, 5, 6, and 7 improvement funds for various organizations including the Bloody Tuesday organization, Silver Fox Valentine's Day Bowl, Backpack Connections, Carrying Days, Christian Amerson Youth Foundation, and Southview Elementary School.
Approved grants, sub-recipient agreements, and MOUs for the city's 2025 CDBG and HOME programs, and authorized condemnation proceedings for the Kicker Road Sidewalk Project.
Adopted amendments to the 2019 B warrant series budget and the fiscal year 2026 water and sewer reserve fund budget, as well as a $5.75 million tax incentive request (note: see Citizen Comments regarding final status).

Public Comments & Testimony

Susie Smith (17 Springbrook) addressed the council to express gratitude for the previous indefinite tabling of a development agreement with Delaney Property Group regarding the Springbrook Circle Development and a requested tax incentive of $5.75 million. She explicitly stated she did not have to oppose the request because the council had already decided to table it, and she thanked the council and Mr. Lanier for the motion.

Discussion Items

National Parent Leadership Month: Mayor Maddox proclaimed February 2026 as National Parent Leadership Month. Ms. Dora Drake and Mrs. Madonna Williams of the Parent Leadership Network接受了 the proclamation and expressed gratitude for the city's support in making families strong and resilient. The Mayor noted that parenting is the "hardest job in my life" and a key difference in young people's lives.
3153 Riggs Road Demolition: Mr. Williams reported that the property owner was aware of the hearing and the 48 housing code violations. He noted that while a contract exists, the buyer is not attempting to save the house, and the owner was unable to attend. The Council moved to proceed with condemnation and demolition.
Zoning Amendment 29: The Clerk introduced Zoning Amendment Number 29. It was noted that a public hearing is scheduled for March 3, 2026, to consider its adoption. The agenda item lists this as an "Ordinance of the general nature of permanent operation for introduction."

Key Outcomes

Demolition Ordered: The Council voted unanimously (5 Yes) to order the demolition of 3153 Riggs Road, with costs to be charged to the owner.
Unanimous Approvals: All consent agenda items, special event licenses, professional contracts, and budget amendments were passed unanimously (5 Yes).
Date Set: March 3, 2026, was officially set as the date for the public hearing on Zoning Amendment 29.
Meeting Adjourned: The meeting was adjourned unanimously (5 Yes).
Discrepancy Note: The Consent Calendar summary indicates the adoption of resolutions authorizing a tax incentive request (contextually linked to Delaney Property Group/Springbrook Circle in the budget section), whereas Citizen Comments confirm that the request was previously "table[d] indefinitely" and did not require opposition at this meeting. The transcript does not record a final re-approval vote or a specific discussion clarifying if the budget amendment passed refers to this specific incentivized amount or a separate line item, suggesting the agenda item may have been procedural regarding the process of funding rather than finalizing the incentive itself, or a potential agenda/transcript conflict exists regarding the status of that specific $5.75M request.

Meeting Transcript

I thought I'd already done it. Yeah. I had to change my password. Who did you get to help? Well, Jeff Elder down there is very helpful. I call it when I said look. Yes, one for four hours. All right. Well, they were shorthanded. Already. Yeah, I'll see how somebody has to be. Good evening, everyone. The Tuscaloosa City Council has now come to order. I would ask everyone to please stand as we have our council prayer and then remain standing for our pledge of allegiance. Let's bow our heads, please. Dear God, bless our proceedings tonight. Give us the wisdom to know what is just and the strength to do what is right. Amen. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Please be seated. Approval of the minutes. I make a motion. We approve the minutes. Second. To approve the minutes. Voting, Mr. Eatman. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Minutes stand approved. Proclamation statements by Mayor and Council. First tonight, I have a proclamation for National Parent Leadership Month. And we have Ms. Dora Drake, who we all know well here at the city, along with the Donna Williams. And I'm going to ask that they come forward as I read this proclamation into the record. Whereas meaningful parent leadership occurs when parents gain knowledge and skills necessary to function in a meaningful leadership role and present a parent's voice to help shape the direction of their families, programs, and communities. Whereas the Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention, the Alabama Children's Trust Fund recognizes the valuable importance of partnering with parents and assist public systems and private organizations, policymakers, and key stakeholders to effectively implement parent leadership strategies. And whereas parent leadership is a necessary component of an effective family strengthening and whereas parent leadership is necessary component in any effective family strengthening and family support program. And whereas parent leadership is successfully achieved when parents receive support and training and shared responsibility and exercise leadership in the planning, implementation, oversight, and evaluation of policies, practices, and programs that impact families and communities. And therefore, be it resolved that I want Maddox on behalf of the City of Council of Tuscaloosa to hereby proclaim February 2026 to be National Parent Leadership Month in Tuscaloosa. And we ask all residents to join us in supporting parents in the vital leadership roles in their homes and communities. And I will say as a as a father and certainly as a parent, it's the hardest job in my life. And I think we can all say it is the most difficult job being a parent. It never ends. Well never. It never ends.

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