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[WATCH] Sylacauga City Council Work Session and Meeting 7/21/2026
Published: Jul 21, 2026
Street Department Receives $17,241.33 Budget Amendment for Expanded Landscaping Services
The City Council approved a budget amendment of $17,241.33 for the Street Department. This amendment transfers funds from the landfill expense to beautification expense to cover increased costs associated with recently awarded landscape and horticultural services by Deweys Lawns LLC, effective May 1st, 2026, for the remainder of Fiscal Year 26.
Council Approves Hiring New Police Officer at Step Three Based on 10 Years of Experience Amidst Pay Policy Discussion
The City Council considered a request to hire a new police officer, Alicia Simmons, at step three of the pay scale, due to her 10 years of experience as a law enforcement officer. Simmons is a combat veteran with 10 years of military service and 10 years as a police officer. The Chief requested step three, acknowledging it as 'baby steps' from potentially requesting step four. The hire date was July 7th, and the approval was intended to be within the current pay period to avoid retroactive pay issues. Council members discussed the alignment of the pay plan with experience and certifications, advocating for fair treatment of both new hires and tenured employees, and suggested reviewing and intertwining HR policies for consistency and to avoid potential litigation. A comprehensive pay plan is reportedly under development with Jacksonville State University.
Public Hearing Set for August 18th on Animal Control Ordinance for Highway 280 Corridor
The City Council set a public hearing for August 18th to consider Ordinance 22-2290-26. This ordinance addresses animal control issues and the feeding of animals along the Highway 280 corridor and surrounding areas. The motion to set the public hearing was made and seconded, and passed unanimously.
Construction Contracts Approved for New Silicago Recreational Center with Stone Building LLC
The City Council authorized Mayor Hubbard to sign construction contracts with the awarded bidder, Stone Building LLC, for the new Silicago Recreational Center. This follows the administrative correction made to Resolution 65-2026, now designated as Resolution 66-2026, which awarded the contract for the recreational center project (number 23-070.00) to Stone Building for a projected total cost between $28.25 million and $29 million, funded by 2024-B bond proceeds.
Fire Department Receives $1,500 Budget Amendment for Unforeseen Repairs at Station 2
The City Council approved a budget amendment of $1,500 for the Fire Department to transfer funds from 'travel and training' to 'building maintenance expense'. This is due to unforeseen repairs required at Fire Station 2. The transfer was approved with a motion and second.
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