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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pelham public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Library Board appointment
Dr. Judy Mannings was reappointed to the Pelham Public Library Board after some residents asked to delay the vote; the council moved ahead because she was the only timely, qualified applicant.
New city employees introduced
Pelham welcomed a big class of new hires: four firefighters (after 130+ applicants), three police officers, a dispatcher, building and zoning inspectors, water department staff, and golf club personnel.
Ice Arena Protective Flooring
The Civic Complex & Ice Arena would get a new protective flooring system paid for with reallocated funds — better facilities for skaters and event-goers.
Art Stroll community event
The renamed Art Stroll lands November 8 at Park 124, showcasing artists, student work, and school organizations — a free community arts celebration.
Cahaba Solid Waste Disposal Authority legal fee payment
The council reviewed authorizing payment of legal fees the city owes the Cahaba Solid Waste Disposal Authority, incurred from 2021 to 2025.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board openings
Residents can apply through August 7 for four seats on the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, including a student representative seat.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Painting
Industrial Coatings Group, Inc. would provide painting services at the Pelham Wastewater Treatment Plant under a budgeted FY2026 agreement.
Retiree longevity payments
Eligible city retirees get a one-time payment of $1 per month of service under new state law — $300 for a 25-year retiree. First offered since 2022.
Police command staff filled with new captain
Police Chief Ed Delmer introduced Captain Steven Brock, a Marine Corps and National Guard veteran with a Bronze Star and 20 years in law enforcement, as the final piece of the department's senior command staff.
Telecom facility equipment upgrades
Two special use permits were on the agenda to let existing cell facilities upgrade their equipment at 1000 Peavine Falls Road and 2025 Morgan Park Road, following the city consultant's recommendations.
Ice Arena main switchboard replacement
The Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena needs a new main switchboard, and the council was set to accept ICS, Inc.'s negotiated bid pricing plus a budget amendment to pay for it.
Surplus Police Vehicles
The council was to consider declaring a city vehicle surplus for disposal, and separately, the first reading of an ordinance to declare empty ad panels on a city sign as surplus property that could be sold.