Andalusia City Council Meeting
Date: June 17, 2025 Type: Regular Meeting
Summary
A brief mid-June meeting focused on Heritage Park water feature improvements and routine administrative matters during the local election season.
Key Decisions
Resolution 2025-20: Heritage Park Fountains Appropriation — Council approved appropriation of funds for two decorative fountains in Heritage Park’s lake feature, to be constructed by Tri State Fence and Ironwork, Inc.
Cost: $35,507.46 (original invoice included 10% sales tax of $3,873.75, which the city does not owe, reducing actual cost)
Funding: 2022 Series A bond account
Features: The fountains will be placed in the lake’s two main sections (connected by a pedestrian crossing) and will:
- Improve aesthetic appeal
- Aerate the water to maintain water quality
- Include night lighting for enhanced visual interest
Meeting Location Change for July 1 — Council approved moving the July 1 regular meeting upstairs to the workshop room (6 p.m., no workshop) to accommodate a community group requesting use of the main auditorium for an afternoon/evening event. Notice will be published.
Administrative Notes
2025 Alabama State Softball Tournament — Mayor encouraged community participation in the state tournament, June 20-22, at Andalusia’s facility. Opening ceremonies Friday, June 20 at 10 a.m.
Attendance
Mayor Earl V. Johnson and full council present.
Next Meeting
July 1, 2025 (Workshop room location)