Town Council
The Emelle Town Council is the legislative body of the Town of Emelle, responsible for adopting local laws, approving the budget, and setting policy for town services.
About the Council
Council members are elected by the qualified voters of the Town of Emelle to serve four-year terms. The Mayor presides over Council meetings. Council members represent the town as a whole and work together with the Mayor to address the needs of residents, from street maintenance and drainage to public safety and community events.
For current council membership and contact details, please contact City Hall at (205) 286-2243 or contact@emelle.org.
Powers & Duties
- Adopt ordinances and resolutions governing the town
- Approve the annual operating budget and authorize expenditures
- Establish fees, rates, and charges for town services
- Approve contracts, agreements, and grant applications
- Confirm appointments to boards and committees
- Review monthly financial reports and department reports
- Hear the concerns of residents during public meetings
Meeting Schedule
Regular meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at Emelle City Hall, 123 Dailey Ave, Emelle, AL 35459.
| Date | Meeting | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 1, 2026 | Town Council Regular Meeting | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Council Chambers, City Hall |
| January 5, 2027 | Town Council Regular Meeting | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Council Chambers, City Hall |
| February 2, 2027 | Town Council Regular Meeting | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Council Chambers, City Hall |
Meeting Rules & Public Participation
All regular and special meetings of the Council are open to the public. Residents may address the Council during the public comment portion of the agenda. To be recognized, please sign in before the meeting begins or contact City Hall before noon on the day of the meeting.
- Speakers should state their name and address for the record.
- Comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Remarks should be addressed to the Council as a body.
- Personnel matters and pending litigation may only be discussed as permitted by law.
Special Called Meetings & Work Sessions
The Mayor or Council may call special meetings or work sessions when needed to address time-sensitive matters. Notice of all special meetings is posted at City Hall and on the Public Notices page in accordance with the Alabama Open Meetings Act.
Quorum & Voting
A majority of the members of the Council constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business. Ordinances and resolutions are adopted by a majority vote of the members present, except where state law requires a greater vote. The Town Clerk records each vote in the official minutes.