Meeting Type: BCC Regular Meeting
Meeting Date: 9/15/2026
Item Status: New
From: Katrina Taylor, Grants & Compliance Manager
Submitted by: Alivia Wade, Grants Coordinator
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ITEM TITLE
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Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Local Government Recovery Infrastructure Program (LGRIP) Partner Contract with Perdido Bay Water, Sewer and Fire Protection District
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Partner Contract for the Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Local Government Recovery Infrastructure Program (LGRIP) with Perdido Bay Water, Sewer and Fire Protection District, for the Operations and Maintenance Facility Project in the amount of $800,000.00.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Background: As outlined in Baldwin County’s approved Local Recovery Plan (LRP), ADECA allocated $13.3 million to LGRIP for the County to fund local municipalities (cities, towns, and utility districts) for eligible, priority infrastructure investments that address recovery from damage caused by Hurricanes Sally and Zeta, mitigate future disaster impacts, and enhance quality of life for vulnerable populations. LGRIP supports eligible projects such as roadway extensions, drainage system upgrades, flood mitigation improvements, broadband expansion, and the restoration of critical public facilities. Each project must demonstrate a direct connection to the declared disaster or contribute meaningfully to long-term mitigation efforts, while also meeting HUD’s National Objective and complying with applicable federal regulations, including 2 CFR Part 200.
The LGRIP Phase 2 submissions included 13 applications for disaster recovery projects, from eight municipalities and three utility providers. County staff have identified and developed eligible CDBG-DR LGRIP projects that address documented disaster-related impacts, enhance community resilience, and support critical public infrastructure needs. All required application components, including project descriptions, budgets, environmental documentation, and supporting materials, are being prepared for submission to ADECA in accordance with program guidelines.
Perdido Bay Water, Sewer and Fire Protection District - Operations and Maintenance Facility
Hardening and restoration of a new 6,665 square foot building that will serve as the Perdido Bay Water, Sewer & Fire Protection District’s Operations and Maintenance Facility. This facility will include a large work area, supply area, metal shelving, worktables, materials testing areas, utility room, bathroom, breakroom, equipment storage area, grease drums and welding station, and adequate outside covered workspace. The facility will serve as both a dispatch point for repair crews and a hub for emergency response during storm events.
Previous Commission action/date:
June 16, 2026 - 1) Approved the following Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Local Government Recovery Infrastructure Program (LGRIP) projects:
• City of Daphne - Randall Avenue Drainage Improvements - $1,581,883.00
• City of Robertsdale - Sanitary Sewer and Drainage Rehabilitation - $800,000.00
• City of Loxley - Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation - $809,000.00
• East Central Baldwin Water Authority - Water Line Extension on Woerner Road - $1,235,000.00
• Town of Magnolia Springs - Drainage Improvements - $949,537.98
• City of Orange Beach - Jubilee Point Road Elevation - $950,000.00
• North Baldwin Utilities - Emergency Storage Pond Restoration - $1,000,000.00
• City of Fairhope - Fish River Water Expansion - $2,000,000.00
• Perdido Bay Water, Sewer and Fire Protection District - Operations and Maintenance Facility - $800,000.00
• City of Bay Minette - Drainage Rehabilitation for McMillan Avenue Area - $2,000,000.00
2) Authorized staff to submit the CDBG-DR LGRIP Activity Profile Forms and supporting documents to ADECA for Funding Consideration; and 3) Authorized the Chairman to execute any documents related to the LGRIP Activity Profile Form submittals.
January 20, 2026 - Approved the Non-Substantial Amendment No. 1 to the CDBG-DR LRP for submission to ADECA.
November 6, 2025 - Awarded the Contract to MB3 Inc. d/b/a Civix in the amount of $2,427,488.00 for the Implementation Phase of the General Grant and Management, Project Management, and Capacity Building for CDBG-DR Subaward and authorize the Chairman to execute the Contract contingent upon County Attorney approval. (The contract is effective on the date of full execution.)
July 1, 2025 - Approved Amendment No. 2 to Subrecipient Agreement Number DR-21-001 between the BCC and the State of Alabama, ADECA, addressing recovery from Hurricanes Sally and Zeta, including unmet housing, infrastructure, economic development, mitigation, and other eligible unmet needs, as described in the BCC’s approved LRP. Amendment No. 2 to Baldwin County’s CDBG-DR Subrecipient Agreement with ADECA establishes the implementation budget allocations of $100,000.00 for Administration, $19,169,010.00 for Housing Recovery Activities, and $24,092,676.00 for Non-Housing Recovery Activities. The amendment also extends the period of performance through October 31, 2028.
September 17, 2024 - Approved Amendment No. 1 to Subrecipient Agreement Number DR-21-001 between the Baldwin County Commission and ADECA addressing recovery from Hurricanes Sally and Zeta, including unmet housing, infrastructure, economic development, mitigation, and other eligible unmet needs, as described in the BCC’s approved LRP.
September 3, 2024 - Adopted Resolution #2024-155 of the Baldwin County Commission approving the CDBG-DR LRP for DR-4563 and DR-4573.
December 19, 2023 - Accepted the CDBG-DR sub-award from ADECA in the amount of $1,000,000 for the development of a LRP to identify local unmet needs resulting from Hurricanes Sally and Zeta in 2020 through outreach and coordination with impacted stakeholders; and approved the Subrecipient Agreement No. DR-21-001, with ADECA; and authorized the Chairman to execute the agreement and any related documents.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Total cost of recommendation: $800,000.00 in CDBG-DR Funds
Budget line item(s) to be used: GR24012.0LGRIP.PROF SERV.PERD BAY
If this is not a budgeted expenditure, does the recommendation create a need for funding? N/A
LEGAL IMPACT
Is legal review necessary for this staff recommendation and related documents? Yes
Reviewed/approved by: Approved by Brad Hicks and William Babb on 8/26/26 (ALW)
Additional comments: N/A
ADVERTISING REQUIREMENTS
Is advertising required for this recommendation? N/A
If the proof of publication affidavit is not attached, list the reason: N/A
FOLLOW UP IMPLEMENTATION
For time-sensitive follow up, select deadline date for follow up: N/A
Individual(s) responsible for follow up: Administration staff obtain Chairman’s signature on Partner Contract and email to Mark Bohlin, General Manager.
Via Email Only - (mbohlin@perdidobaywater.com)
Perdido Bay Water, Sewer and Fire Protection District
ATTN: Mark Bohlin, General Manager
28171 Freshwater Lane
Elberta, Alabama 36530
cc: Roger Rendleman, Frank Lundy, Tara Hazelbaker, Katrina Taylor, Shelby Middleton, Alivia Wade
Action required (list contact persons/addresses if documents are to be mailed or emailed): N/A
Additional instructions/notes: Admin - place in tickler