Votes at a glance: retiree lump-sum, animal-control amendment, rec center rentals and Miller's liquor license approved

The Dadeville City Council approved several items during the meeting's new-business portion.

Resolution 2612 — One-time lump-sum payment for retirees: The council approved Resolution 2612 to participate in a legislatively-authorized lump-sum payment to retirees. The Chair described the city share as approximately $3,800 (as discussed on the record). The resolution passed by roll call with all members voting yes.

Budget amendment for animal control (FY2026): The council approved a budget amendment intended to commit funds for animal-control enforcement and sheltering. The staff presentation cited $8,500 but the motion on the floor referenced $500; the council approved the amendment by roll call (unanimous). The Chair indicated the program would begin in early June and that the funds could pay a part-time enforcement stipend and sheltering costs.

Rec center room rentals (Item A): The council approved several room rental requests (including a child's birthday booking and weekday after-school programming requests). One item — a Lake Martin Baptist Church request for a full-season Monday program with a requested waiver of rental fees — was deferred to the next meeting for additional review.

Liquor license for Miller's on Broadnax: The council granted approval for a liquor license for Miller's on Broadnax after a brief statement from new owner David Hooten, who told the council, "I appreciate y'all's participation and we look forward to new business here." The motion passed by voice vote.

Votes and tallies (as recorded): Resolution 2612 — roll call, unanimous yes; Budget amendment for animal control — roll call, unanimous yes; Liquor license — voice vote, approved; Rec center rentals — voice vote, approved except for the deferred item.

No further public comments were offered and the council adjourned.