OAK GROVE, Ala. – The Oak Grove Town Council approved several resolutions and addressed infrastructure, fire department, and municipal matters during its meeting on Tuesday night, June 9.
The council approved Resolution 655, authorizing an agreement with Engineering, Environmental & Forestry Services (EEFS) Company PC to apply for Rebuild Alabama grant funding totaling $258,452 for street paving projects. The town’s required local match will be $8,425. EEFS will oversee the paving project through completion.
Council members also approved five applications for membership in the Oak Grove Volunteer Fire Department. The applicants included Crista Baird, Hunter Smith, Jessie Nelson, Kanyon Ogle, and Emily Preuss. One of the applications had been tabled from the previous month’s meeting.
A discussion regarding the purchase of a new fire engine for the volunteer fire department resulted in the council approving a loan from the town to the department, contingent upon the approval of a grant application. The proposed fire engine would cost approximately $714,000. The loan, not to exceed $110,000, would cover the anticipated local matching funds required by the grant. Fire department officials expect to receive a decision on the grant application in September, allowing them to secure a 2026 model fire engine at current pricing if approved.
The council approved Resolution 654, declaring three town-owned trucks surplus and no longer necessary for municipal purposes. The action allows the vehicles to be disposed of. Officials described the trucks as “working, but well worn.”
Resolution 656 authorized a total of $650 in one-time lump-sum payments to eligible retirees. Three retirees will share the funds.
Mayor Tony White also read a proclamation commemorating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.
The council addressed additional costs associated with the recently completed lot-clearing project across from Town Hall. According to Mayor White, the original agreement with the contractor called for 50 loads of dirt at a cost of $200 per load. However, the project ultimately required 182 loads. The council approved an additional payment of $6,600 to cover the increased cost.
