Andalusia City Council Meeting
Date: February 3, 2026 Type: Regular Meeting
Summary
A brief, efficiently-run meeting focused on property maintenance and capital equipment procurement.
Key Decisions
Property Abatement Resolution 2026-01 — Council adopted a resolution requiring cleanup and abatement of nuisance properties at five locations: 500 Opp Ave., 204 Chickasaw St., 104 Choctaw St., 228 Sheriff Dr., and 205 Cherokee St. Council members reviewed photographic documentation demonstrating the needed improvements before voting unanimously to approve.
Traffic Barrier Purchase Approved — Council authorized purchase of 240 additional heavy-duty steel barricades (8.5 feet) for $29,930.19, to be funded from the city’s capital account. Mayor emphasized these barriers are used consistently for parades and public events, with color and style standardization intended.
Notable Discussion
Mayor briefly addressed upcoming events requiring the new barricades. The council meets first and third Tuesdays at 6 p.m. (with 5:30 p.m. workshops on the third floor).
Action Items
- Property owners must address conditions documented in the abatement resolution
- New barricades to be ordered and received for upcoming public events
Attendance
Mayor Earl V. Johnson and full council present.