2025.04.01 CC Minutes
PRATTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2025
6:00 P.M.
The Prattville City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at
124 W. Main Street on the 2nd floor. After the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag, Council
President Boone gave the invocation. Roll was called with all Councilors recorded as present
with the exception of Councilor Chambers. Council President Boone declared a quorum and
called the meeting to order.
THE CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH IS DETERMINATION: Overcoming obstacles in
order to reach my goals.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: City Council Meeting, March 18, 2025. Council President Pro
Tempore Strichik made a motion to adopt the minutes and Councilor Merrick seconded the
motion. There being no discussion, the minutes were adopted (6-0).
Council President Boone recognized Autauga County Emergency Management Agency
Director David Bagley in the audience.
COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT REGARDING TONIGHT’S AGENDA:
None.
MAYOR’S REPORT:
Mayor Gillespie opened his report asking for a Point -of-Privilege and introducing Autauga
County Emergency Communication Center Director Becky Neugent. The Mayor presented a
proclamation decreeing the Week of April 13-19, 2025, as National Telecommunications Week
in the City of Prattville. Ms. Nugent thanked the Mayor and gave the history of
telecommunications, noting the 28,471 911 calls answered by Autauga 911 Center in 2024 for
Prattville and the surrounding areas.
Mayor Gillespie continued the Point-of-Privilege, opening the floor to the Autauga County
Heritage Association (ACHA). Cody Daughtry with the ACHA gave a project update on “The
Pratt” museum and venue. Jeremy Day with the ACHA spoke next, giving an update on
pledges received and/or requested for “The Pratt” project, and asked for an
investment/partnership with the City of Prattville for 5 years or less in the total amount of
$2,500,000.00.
Mayor Gillespie thanked the ACHA and then continued his report advising that the Stanley
Jensen Stadium project has made significant progress , giving Councilor Strichik, Chair of the
Parks and Recreation Committee, an opportunity to discuss. Council President Pro Tempore
Strichik advised they had a recent walkthrough of the facility and the project should be finishing
up soon with the first scheduled event to be the Prattville High School graduation to take place
at the end of May. Council President Pro Tempore Strichik pointed out the concession stands,
locker rooms, restrooms, video boards, and landscaping as part of the new facility, stating that
this is a facility to be proud of in Prattville.
Mayor Gillespie continued his report, noting the Maxwell-Gunter Spouses Club's recent visit
and their compliments on seasonal events in downtown and desires to retire in Prattville. The
Mayor proclaimed April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Prattville, noting his attendance at
the Family Support Center’s recent event and explained the symbolism of pinwheels and
popcorn as it relates to Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Mayor Gillespie continued his report, updating the Council on a modern type of triple surface
treatment that can be utilized on non-conforming dirt streets which is a more cost-efficient
longer-term solution than other methods. The Mayor advised that the City will test an area to
examine the impact of the triple surface treatment and report back to the Council. Mayor
Gillespie further explained that the cost to do the triple surface treatment for a quarter mile of
roadway is approximately $48,000.00, compared to $451,000.00 for asphalt.
Mayor Gillespie advised that the Fairview Avenue project is behind schedule and that the
construction company will adjust their work schedules Monday through Thursday after school
traffic times until approximately 7:00 p.m. to attempt to get back on schedule.
Mayor Gillespie announced several events for the weekend advising that this Saturday at 10:00
a.m. was the opening ceremonies of girls’ softball at Mac Gray 2.0, the Wilson Pickett Music
and Art Festival at Cooter’s Pond Park starting at 10:00 a.m. and the opening ceremonies of
boys’ baseball at Whetstone Baseball Complex at 2:00 p.m.
Mayor Gillespie closed his report by commenting on the first Beats and Eats event this past
weekend being a success.
Councilor Jackson asked for clarification on the costs of the treatments for the non-conforming
dirt streets. Mayor Gillespie explained that the cost to do the triple surface treatment for a
quarter mile of roadway is approximately $48,000.00, compared to $451,000.00 for asphalt.
Councilor Jackson also requested an update from Mayor Gillespie and City Attorney Andrew
Odom on the Bent Tree drainage issues. City Attorney Odom explained the City sent nine (9)
letters to property owners of Bent Tree Drive explaining the proposed exploratory analysis of
the drainage issues, noting this was to attempt to determine the cause of the drainage issues
on private property. Mr. Odom encouraged the owners who have not responded to the letters
to please do so.
REPORT FROM COUNCIL ON SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Council President Boone reminded all of the Autauga County Heritage Association’s Low
Country Boil fundraiser at Buena Vista this month, explaining the benefit that the event would
have on the association and its projects.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. RESOLUTION: To Declare the Garbage and Rubbish at 520 E Main Street a Public
Nuisance and Authorize the Mayor to Abate and Charge Any Incurred Expenses Pursuant to
Chapter 46 et seq., City of Prattville Code of Ordinances. {Sponsored By: Councilor Whaley}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 072
2. RESOLUTION: To Declare the Garbage and Rubbish at 518 Boxwood Road a Public
Nuisance and Authorize the Mayor to Abate and Charge Any Incurred Expenses Pursuant to
Chapter 46 et seq., City of Prattville Code of Ordinances. {Sponsored By: Councilor Whaley}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 073
3. RESOLUTION: To Declare the Garbage and Rubbish at 1456 S Memorial Drive a Public
Nuisance and Authorize the Mayor to Abate and Charge Any Incurred Expenses Pursuant to
Chapter 46 et seq., City of Prattville Code of Ordinances. {Sponsored By: Councilor Whaley}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 074
4. RESOLUTION: To Declare the Garbage and Rubbish at 413 New Moon Drive a Public
Nuisance and Authorize the Mayor to Abate and Charge Any Incurred Expenses Pursuant to
Chapter 46 et seq., City of Prattville Code of Ordinances. {Sponsored By: Councilor Whaley}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 075
5. RESOLUTION: To Declare the Garbage and Rubbish at 409 Bedford Terrace a Public
Nuisance and Authorize the Mayor to Abate and Charge Any Incurred Expenses Purs uant to
Chapter 46 et seq., City of Prattville Code of Ordinances. {Sponsored By: Councilor Whaley}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 076
6. RESOLUTION: To Declare the Garbage and Rubbish at 115 Yaupon Drive a Public
Nuisance and Authorize the Mayor to Abate and Charge Any Incurred Expenses Pursuant to
Chapter 46 et seq., City of Prattville Code of Ordinances. {Sponsored By: Councilor Whaley}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 077
7. RESOLUTION: To Accept the Extension of Jay Street from East of Chantel Drive to the
Intersection of McQueen Smith Road as a City Street. {Sponsored By: Councilor Jackson}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 078
Council President Pro Tempore Strichik made a motion to place item numbers 1 -7 on a
Consent Agenda and Councilor Jackson seconded the motion. The items were placed on
Consent Agenda (6-0).
Councilor Merrick made a motion to adopt the Consent Agenda and Councilor Whaley
seconded the motion.
There being no discussion, the Consent Agenda was adopted with the following results:
AYES : SANDERS, JACKSON, MERRICK,
WHALEY, STRICHIK, BOONE 6
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : CHAMBERS
AGENDA
1. RESOLUTION: To Award Bid No. 25-004 to Murphy Excavation, LLC for the ADA Compliant
Downtown Pedestrian Paths and Sidewalks for the Transportation Alternative Program (TAP)
Project No. TAPAA-TA24(925), CPMS Ref # 100077818 and 100077819, at a Total Cost Not
to Exceed $523,980.00 (Net Cost to City Not to Exceed $112,712.00). {Sponsored By:
Councilor Jackson}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 079
Councilor Jackson made a motion to adopt the resolution and Councilor Sanders seconded the
motion. Council President Boone opened the floor for discussion.
There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : SANDERS, JACKSON, MERRICK,
WHALEY, STRICHIK, BOONE 6
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : CHAMBERS
2. RESOLUTION: To Authorize the Release of Funds for the Purchase of One (1) 2025 Hino
Dump Truck through the Sourcewell Purchasing Cooperative, Contract No. 032824 -NAF, from
Kenworth of Birmingham, Inc. for Urban Management at a Cost Not to Exceed $122,633.00.
{Sponsored By: Councilor Merrick}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 080
Councilor Merrick made a motion to adopt the resolution and Councilor Jackson seconded the
motion. Council President Boone opened the floor for discussion.
There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : SANDERS, JACKSON, MERRICK,
WHALEY, STRICHIK, BOONE 6
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : CHAMBERS
3. RESOLUTION: To Set a Public Hearing to Rezone Property Located Inside the Corporate
Limits off of Doster Road from FAR (Forest, Agricultural, Recreation) to M-2 (General Industry)
(Petitioner: Blake Rice-BSI Inc.). {Sponsored By: Council President Boone}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 081
Council President Pro Tempore Strichik made a motion to adopt the resolution and Councilor
Whaley seconded the motion. Council President Boone opened the floor for discussion.
There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : SANDERS, JACKSON, MERRICK,
WHALEY, STRICHIK, BOONE 6
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : CHAMBERS
Council President Pro Tempore Strichik read in the ordinance and made a motion to adopt,
which was seconded by Councilor Merrick. By Point-of-Order, the ordinance was held until after
the Public Hearing on May 6, 2025.
4. RESOLUTION: To Authorize the City Staff to Submit an Application through the Montgomery
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) for
Sidewalk Improvements along Shelia Boulevard, Janice Street and Thames Drive, at a Total
Cost Not to Exceed $288,075.00 (Net Cost to City Not to Exceed $88,075). {Sponsored by:
Councilor Jackson}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 082
Councilor Jackson made a motion to adopt the resolution and Councilor Whaley seconded the
motion. Council President Boone opened the floor for discussion.
There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : SANDERS, JACKSON, MERRICK,
WHALEY, STRICHIK, BOONE 6
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : CHAMBERS
5. RESOLUTION: To Authorize the Release of Funds for Audio Visual Equipment and
Installation to Moffitt Technology, Inc. for the City Council Chambers Renovations at a Cost
Not to Exceed $98,901.98. {Sponsored By: Councilor Whaley}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 083
Councilor Whaley made a motion to adopt the resolution and Councilor Jackson seconded the
motion. Council President Boone opened the floor for discussion.
There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : SANDERS, JACKSON, MERRICK,
WHALEY, STRICHIK, BOONE 6
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : CHAMBERS
6. RESOLUTION: To Authorize the Release of Funds for the Purchase of Two (2) Toro 60”
Mowers from Live Oaks Outdoors LLC d/b/a Prattville Outdoors for Wastewater at a Cost Not
to Exceed $22,222.66. {Sponsored By: Councilor Sanders}
RESOLUTION BOOK 2025, PAGE 084
Councilor Sanders made a motion to adopt the resolution and Councilor Merrick seconded the
motion. Council President Boone opened the floor for discussion.
There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : SANDERS, JACKSON, MERRICK,
WHALEY, STRICHIK, BOONE 6
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : CHAMBERS
COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT:
Dennis Mullins, 521 Weatherby Trail, congratulated Council President Boone on announcing
her candidacy for re-election and inquired about an upcoming trip .
Mark Gillum, 357 Bent Tree Drive, commented on the drainage issues on Bent Tree Drive,
inquiring about a solution.
Lavandolyn Robinson, 118 Cosby Court, commented on 106 7th Street, asking the Council to
reconsider their past decision.
Barbara Robinson, 123 White Oak Court, commented on the North Highland Park Easter Event
inquiring about the City providing more restroom facilities. Council President Pro Tempore
Strichik advised Ms. Robinson that as stated before, her organization needed to start by
reserving the park but that the City was unable to provide extra facilities for private events. Ms.
Robinson also expressed her concerns with the upcoming construction at North Highland Park
during the Juneteenth Holiday.
Debra Robinson, 118 Cosby Court, commented on the history of 106 7th Street and her family
heritage there.
Robert Robinson III, 118 Cosby Court, commented on not being able to reserve North Highland
Park for Juneteenth and inquired about the date range of the upcoming construction. Mr.
Robinson also commented on his family property at 106 7th Street and his declaration to do
whatever was necessary to preserve it.
CLOSING COMMENTS:
Councilor Jackson thanked the City departments that participated in the Job Fair that was held
at North Highland Park on March 19, 2025, stating they had over 200 participants come out to
the community hiring event. Councilor Jackson thanked the Police Department for their help in
managing traffic flow and the Economic Development Director for facilitating the Job Fair.
Councilor Jackson recognized the City Clerk for her 25 years of service with the City of
Prattville.
ADJOURN:
There being no further business to come before the Council, Council President Pro Tempore
Strichik made a motion to adjourn and Councilor Merrick seconded the motion. The meeting
adjourned at 6:56 p.m. (6-0)
APPROVED:
Paula G. Barlow
City Clerk
Lora Lee Boone, President
Prattville City Council