Spanish Fort City of HOME CITY GOVERNMENT WORK LIVE PLAY FAQ COVID-19 UPDATES Governor Kay Ivey ends State of Emergency for Alabama July 6, 2021 Governor Kay Ivey has terminated the COVID-19 state of emergency, effective July 6, 2021, at 11:59 pm. CLICK HERE to view the full proclamation. ADPH launches COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility Check and Scheduling Portal February 2, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Karen Landers, M.D., (256) 383-1231 The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has launched an online portal for individuals to check their eligibility for vaccination and make appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations at county health departments. The easy-to-navigate portal also provides up-to-date information about additional drive-through and walk-in clinics being offered. The portal can be accessed at https://www.alcovidvaccine.gov/ By entering information in the portal, individuals can confirm their eligibility, select a county where they intend to schedule their vaccination, and indicate if they want to be notified if interested in receiving an e-mail when the vaccine becomes available for additional priority groups. Information about the vaccine product itself and what to expect is also provided. There are links to click to view a complete list of vaccine providers in the state and other information on the Alabama COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Dashboard. The portal also provides practical information for the people scheduled, such as what they should bring, mask requirements, and a vaccine fact sheet. The demand for vaccine continues to greatly exceed supply as Alabama has more than 326,000 healthcare workers and nearly 350,000 people who now qualify for a vaccine because they are 75 years of age or older. On February 8, the addition of people 65 or older and frontline critical workers will add over 1 million more people that are eligible to receive a vaccine. Sites listed in the portal have limited supply of vaccine available. Current assessment of vaccine supply and expectations for shipments over the next month indicate that many public health clinics will have to focus heavily on providing second doses for the month of February. As appointments may not be available immediately, the limitation of appointments is directly related to the amount of vaccine provided by the federal government. If supply of vaccine products from the federal government increases, ADPH expects that access to appointments for priority groups will increase as well. Individuals are encouraged to visit drive-through and walk-in clinics, or other vaccine providers, if appointments are not currently available at a county health department location. Alabama’s COVID-19 Vaccination Allocation Plan, which can be viewed by clicking a box on the dashboard, was developed by working with stakeholders and following guidance provided by the federal government. For general information about COVID-19, the COVID-19 Information Hotline number is 1-800-270-7268. COURT CANCELLED FOR JULY 23 July 21, 2020 Spanish Fort Municipal Court has been cancelled for Thursday, July 23, 2020. For more information, contact 251-626-4884. CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING June 15, 2020 The agenda for tonight's meeting and Public Hearing can be found on the City Council Meeting Agenda page. A few reminders: You can participate in both the City Council Meeting and the Public Hearing portion via GoToMeeting (link below). If you are attending tonight's City Council Meeting in person, you will be screened before entering the building. The screening includes a brief questionnaire and temperature check. While in the building, please maintain social distancing standards, including standing and sitting 6 feet apart from other attendees Join tonight's City Council Meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/141457405 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (646) 749-3122 Access Code: 141-457-405 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/141457405 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING June 8, 2020 Join in on the Spanish Fort Planning Commission Meeting on Monday, June 8th. CLICK HERE to view tonight's agenda. Join the meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. https://www.gotomeet.me/CityofSpanishFort/spanish-fort-planning-commission---june-8-2020 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (646) 749-3112 Access Code: 443-662-837 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/443662837 CITY COUNCIL MEETING LOGIN June 1, 2020 Join in on the Spanish Fort City Council Work Session and Meeting on Monday, May 18th. CLICK HERE to view tonight's agenda. Work Session: 4:30 pm (listen-only mode) City Council Meeting: 6 pm (public participation welcomed) Join from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. https://www.gotomeet.me/CityofSpanishFort/city-council_june-1-2020 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (571) 317-3122 Access Code: 371-371-205 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/371371205 FROM THE MAYOR May 22, 2020 In accordance with the Order issued by the State Health Officer Suspending Certain Public Gatherings Due to the Risk of Infection by COVID-19, as amended on May 21, 2020, the City of Spanish Fort is taking the following action: All Spanish Fort City facilities, except for the Senior Center, will reopen on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at 8:00 am. The Senior Center will remain closed in accordance with the order issued by the State Health Officer. Adequate distancing of 6’ minimum and compliance with the orders issued by the State Health Officer and applicable guidelines will be required. Spanish Fort City parks, including Spirit Park, Integrity Park and the Kids Park, will reopen effective Friday, May 22, 2020, at 5:00 pm. Youth league practice can resume on Friday, May 22, 2020, at 5:00 pm. Athletic events may commence on Monday, June 15, 2020, as long as all participants and spectators engage in social distancing and comply with the orders issued by the State Health Officer and all applicable guidelines. CITY COUNCIL MEETING LOGIN May 18, 2020 Join in on the Spanish Fort City Council Work Session and Meeting on Monday, May 18th! CLICK HERE to view tonight's agenda. Work Session: 4:30 pm (listen-only mode) City Council Meeting: 6 pm (public participation welcomed) Join the meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. https://www.gotomeet.me/CityofSpanishFort/city-of-spanish-fort-city-council-meeting You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3212 Access Code: 566-114-269 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/566114269 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING LOGIN May 11, 2020 Join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://www.gotomeet.me/CityofSpanishFort/spanish-fort-planning-commission-5-11-2020 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3212 Access Code: 149-993-541 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/149993541 A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR MIKE MCMILLAN REGARDING SAFER AT HOME ORDER May 11, 2020 Now that the Governor and State Health Officer have issued the new Safer at Home Order, the City of Spanish Fort is working to get back to the “new normal” as soon as possible. In accordance with the Order of the State Health Officer as amended on May 8th, the City is taking the following actions: City staff is back at full capacity to prepare for reopening City facilities. City Hall, Spanish Fort Public Library, and Spanish Fort Senior Center remain closed and will reopen in accordance with applicable guidelines. With the exception of the Kids Park on Ember Lane, all City parks are now open. Spirt Park tennis courts are open for singles and doubles play. (Sports league play remains closed.) Please continue to do your part by washing your hands regularly and practicing social distancing by remaining 6-feet apart at City facilities and as you go about your day. We will get through this together! Click here to read Mayor Mike McMillan's full message. CITY COUNCIL MEETING LOGIN May 4, 2020 Join in on the Spanish Fort City Council Work Session and Meeting on Monday, May 4th! Work Session: 4:30 pm (listen-only mode) City Council Meeting: 6 pm (public participation welcomed) Join the meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. https://www.gotomeet.me/CityofSpanishFort/spanish-fort-city-council-meeting-1 You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (312) 757-3121 Access Code: 291-305-437 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/291305437 "SAFER AT HOME ORDER" ISSUED BY OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR April 28, 2020 ADPH and the office of Governor Kay Ivey has announced a new statewide COVID-19 emergency health order that will take effect April 30th, at 5 pm. This order will relax the previous health order regarding individuals, employers, retailers, beaches and medical procedures. For more information, read the full order here. SPECIAL CALLED CITY COUNCIL MEETING - APRIL 30, 2020 April 29, 2020 The Spanish Fort City Council will hold a special called meeting at 4:00 pm on Thursday, April 30th, 2020. Due to the current situation regarding the CDC guidelines for social distancing regarding to the COVID-19 virus, this meeting will be held remotely. For any persons interested in listening in on this call, the call-in information can be found below. Join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/118306709 You can also dial in using your phone. (US) +1 (786) 535-3211 Access Code: 118-306-709 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/118306709 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION AND MEETING LOGIN - APRIL 20, 2020 April 18, 2020 Join in on the Spanish Fort City Council Work Session and Meeting on Monday, April 20th! Work Session: 4:30 pm (listen only mode) City Council Meeting: 6 pm (public participation welcomed) Join from your computer, tablet, or smart phone at the link below. https://www.gotomeet.me/CityofSpanishFort/spanish-fort-city-council-meeting You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (571) 317-3122 Access Code: 878-242-429 For even easier access, download the GoToMeeting app! https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/878242429 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING LOGIN - APRIL 13, 2020 April 13, 2020 Spanish Fort Planning Commission Date: Monday, April 13, 2020 Time: 6 pm Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://www.gotomeet.me/CityofSpanishFort/spanish-fort-planning-commission You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (669) 224-3412 Access Code: 800-949-205 New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/800949205 TENNIS COURTS CLOSED April 4, 2020 As of 5 pm on Saturday, April 4th, the tennis courts at Spirit Park will be closed until further notice. STAY AT HOME ORDER ISSUED April 3, 2020 The State Health Officer, Scott Harris, M.D., M.P.H., has issued the ORDER OF THE STATE HEALTH OFFICER SUSPENDING CERTAIN PUBLIC GATHERINGS DUE TO RISK OF INFECTION BY COVID-19 (APPLICABLE STATEWIDE) AMENDED APRIL 3, 2020. All persons and businesses are required to comply with this Order. CLICK HERE for the full order. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT March 30, 2020 All regular City Council and Planning Commission Meetings will be held as scheduled. Planning Commission Work Sessions have been canceled until further notice. All Public Hearings for City Council and Planning Commission have been postponed until further notice. All applications relating to Building/Zoning are only being received electronically at this time at permitclerk@cityofspanishfort.com. 12TH ANNUAL DELTA WOODS & WATERS EXPO CANCELED March 26, 2020 In light of the current recommendations from both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), and out of care and concern for the citizens of Baldwin County, the City of Spanish Fort and the Delta Woods & Waters Expo committee have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s event. We are so thankful for all our sponsors and supporters, and we look forward to seeing everyone at 2021’s Expo! CHANGES IN SPANISH FORT POST OFFICE HOURS March 23, 2020 Effective Wednesday, March 25th, the Spanish Fort Post Office will be modifying their hours. To reduce the risks associated with COVID-19, they will be open from 10 am until 3 pm, Monday through Friday, until further notice. They will be closed on Saturdays. Access to PO Boxes will remain available 24/7. This will not affect regular mail deliveries. Click here to see the full announcement from the Spanish Fort Post Office. SPECIAL CALLED PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING March 20, 2020 The Spanish Fort Planning Commission will hold a special called meeting at 6:00 pm on Monday, March 23, 2020 in order to consider a Site Plan Revision for "Spanish Fort Professional Center". Due to the current situation regarding the CDC guidelines for social distancing regarding to the COVID-19 virus, this meeting will be held remotely. For any persons interested in listening in on this call, the call-in information can be found below. Call-in Information: (‪US‬)‪+1 505-738-2293‬ PIN: ‪610 890 716#‬ Click here to view the minutes from Planning Commission Meeting on Monday, March 23rd, at 6 pm. FREE WIFI AVAILABLE OUTSIDE THE SPANISH FORT COMMUNITY CENTER March 19, 2020 While the Spanish Fort Community Center, including the Spanish Fort Public Library, are closed, free WiFi is still available to use in your vehicle while in our parking lot area. THE CITY OF SPANISH FORT DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY March 17, 2020 The City of Spanish Fort declared a State of Emergency related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, effective Monday, March 16th, at 6:20 p.m. All City facilities will be closed to the public beginning Wednesday, March 18th, at 8 a.m. until further notice. All City events, programs, rentals, and committee meetings are canceled, with the exception of City Council and Planning Commission meetings. In accordance with the most recent recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and out of an abundance of caution for the health and safety of our community and our employees, the City of Spanish Fort is making the following changes to our daily operations: Municipal Court for March 26th is canceled, per administrative order from the Supreme Court of Alabama. Individuals and attorneys will be informed of their new court date. The Spanish Fort Public Library will be closed to the public. Drive-thru book drop-off is still available, and all late fees will be waived during this time. The Spanish Fort Police Department lobby will be closed to the public. Officers can still be reached via the non-emergency dispatch number (251-626-4914). In the event of an emergency, call 911. The Spanish Fort Senior Center will be closed to the public, including the exercise facility. While public gatherings are discouraged, public parks will be open to use at your own risk. Bathrooms located at these parks will be locked during this time to help prevent the spread of germs. The City of Spanish Fort staff will be available via telephone at 251-626-4884 to answer your questions. The direct numbers for each department can be found below. Administration: 251-626-4884 Building Department: 251-626-4993 Library: 251-410-7523 Magistrate: 251-626-4884 Senior Center: 251-410-6523 For the most recent recommendations and news on the COVID-19 outbreak, we recommend the following resources: CDC: www.cdc.gov/COVID19 or call 800-232-4636 Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH): www.alabamapublichealth.gov or call 1-800-252-1818 Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency: www.baldwincountyal.gov/departments/EMA or call 251-990-4605 Click here to see the public notice. SPANISH FORT MUNICIPAL COURT PROCEEDINGS POSTPONED March 17, 2020 In compliance with the administrative order from the Alabama Supreme Court, all Spanish Fort Municipal Court proceedings are postponed until further notice. Individuals and attorneys will be notified by US Mail of their new court date. Notifications will be sent to the last address provided to the court. Failure to update contact information will not excuse a defendant from missing court. Failure to appear could result in a warrant for your arrest. If you need to update your address please put your request in writing by mailing it to 7361 Spanish Fort Blvd., Spanish Fort, AL 36527 or by emailing it to magistrate@cityofspanishfort.com. We will not accept change of address requests over the phone. Please contact the court directly for all other questions by calling 251-626-4884. MICHAEL M. MCMILLAN March 14, 2020 Regarding COVID-19 The Governor of the State of Alabama, Kay Ivey, on recommendation of the State Health Officer and pursuant to the Alabama Emergency Management Act of 1955, as amended, has declared that a state public health emergency exists in the State of Alabama based on the potential widespread exposure to the 2019 novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. As a result, emergency action plans and procedures are being executed through the state as needed. I am issuing this statement regarding the City of Spanish Fort’s response to the COVID-19 virus. We are in contact with and coordinating with the Governor’s office, the Alabama Emergency Management Agency, the Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency and all other state and local agencies and officials. The Baldwin County Board of Education has announced that the last day of school in Baldwin County will be Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Baldwin County Public School students will be out of school starting March 19 through April 12 to include the regularly scheduled spring break. As a result, all Alabama High School Athletic Association events have been cancelled for the next two and a half weeks. Based on the foregoing, the City of Spanish Fort is taking the following actions. City Hall will maintain normal business hours to conduct City business and assist the members of our community during this time. All Spanish Fort youth league athletic events will be postponed until further notice, effective Wednesday, March 18. All people are urged to listen to information issued by the appropriate agencies regarding protective measures and procedures to follow. Price gouging and consumer fraud is illegal. Please report any illegal conduct to the appropriate agencies. We will provide updates as needed regarding actions taken by the City and services and events management. We are blessed to live in this wonderful place and community of people. While it is appropriate to take protective measures to keep separation between us until the threat of this virus has passed, it does not mean we are “separated” or alone. Please take time to safely check on family, friends and neighbors. In particular, call and check on the elderly and those who live alone. If you need us, we are here for you. If you need assistance, please contact City Hall or the appropriate agency for help. As stated above we will be providing updates as deemed necessary. God Bless You! Michael M. McMillan Mayor © 2020 City of Spanish Fort COME VISIT 7361 Spanish Fort Boulevard Spanish Fort, Alabama 36527 Phone | 251-626-4884 Fax | 251-626-4880 Monday - Friday | 8 am - 4:30 pm Saturday and Sunday | CLOSED