Anderson City Council on a regular meeting approved several measures including an ordinance amending Article 7 of the city code governing traffic-control devices, two FY26 budget transfers to fund public works projects, and the reappointment of James M. Sims as municipal judge.

Council moved to amend the printed agenda at the start of the meeting to add public comment for Matthew Gravatt, a resolution authorizing a donation to Anderson High School to help cover travel expenses for the 2025 state football championship, and an agreement with Calhoun County for animal-shelter services. The amendment was seconded and approved by roll call.

The council approved a resolution amending the FY26 budget to transfer $30,000 from the general-fund contingency to the capital projects fund for the traffic-signal camera infrastructure project at 11th Street and Noble Street. The council also approved an amendment to cover $337,697 to fully fund the final payment for the Cheapwood Avenue Trail.

An ordinance amending Article 7 of the Code of Ordinances governing traffic-control devices was read by title only, opened for public comment (no speakers), and adopted following roll-call votes. The clerk recorded affirmative votes from Councilman Downey, Councilor Carlson, Councilor Harrington, Councilor Moss, Councilor Marquez and Mayor Smith; the mayor announced the ordinance had passed.

Separately, the council passed a standalone resolution reappointing James M. Sims as municipal judge. The body also read and approved a resolution setting a public hearing to consider revocation of the business license issued to '120 HD Lounge LLC' (doing business as Pierce Sports Bar and Grill) located at 1800 South Winter Avenue in Anniston; the hearing is scheduled for Dec. 16, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in Room B at the City Meeting Center, and the city manager is directed to serve the petition at least 10 calendar days before the hearing.

The consent agenda was approved earlier in the meeting, and the council adjourned at the end of its scheduled business.

Votes at a glance: ordinance on traffic-control devices — adopted (roll-call recorded as unanimous among members voting); FY26 transfer $30,000 for traffic-signal camera project — approved; FY26 transfer $337,697 for Cheapwood Avenue Trail final payment — approved; reappointment of municipal judge James M. Sims — adopted; public hearing set on business-license revocation — scheduled for Dec. 16, 2025.