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Core information about Gulf Shores and Orange Beach City Governments from Alabama Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce.:

Gulf Shores / Orange Beach Area Info Sheet (.pdf)

Gulf Shores / Orange Beach School Information (.pdf)

Gulf Shorees / Orange Beach Church Infomation (.pdf)

Area Clubs and Organizations (.pdf)

Our local newspapers classified section is online at www.gulfcoastnewspapers.com

Alabama State Employment Service is online at www.es.dir.alabama.gov

Baldwin County Economic Development Alliance Job website www.baldwinjobs.org

Demographics and Census Information for Gulf Shores / Orange Beach Area

Build a Hurricane Proof Home

City of Gulf Shores

GULF SHORES CITY HALL
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 1905 W. 1st St., Gulf Shores, AL 36542
MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 299, Gulf Shores, AL 36547
PHONE: 968-2425
WEBSITE: www.cityofgulfshores.org
Gulf Shores has a mayor/council form of government. Council members are elected at large.

Mayor—Robert S. Craft
Place 1 Council Member—Joe Garris
Place 2 Council Member—Carolyn Doughty
Place 3 Council Member—Philip Harris
Place 4 Council Member—Jason Dyken
Place 5 Council Member—Stephen E. Jones

DIRECTORY
Mayor’s Office Secretary 968-1124
City Clerk 968-1125
City Administrator 968-2205
Accounting 968-1128
Civil Defense 968-1124
Community Development/Planning and Zoning/Code Enforement 968-1164
Library 968-1176
Municipal Court 968-6780
Parks & Recreation 968-1422
Recreation Center 968-4420
Tennis Complex 968-1431
Personnel 968-2425
Public Works Department/Engineering 968-1156
Division Receptionist 968-1440
Revenue Department/Business License 968-2425
Special Events /Entertainment Series 968-1172
Public Facility Rentals 968-1173
Utilities Board 968-6323
Building Permits/Building Inspections 968-1150

Police And Emergency Numbers
Emergency Fire and Rescue 968-7411 or 911
Fire Chief 968-1166
Police Department 968-2431 or 911
Chief of Police 968-2431
Police Dept. Records Division 968-1136

Business Meetings
City Council - 2nd and 4th Monday of every month, 5 p.m. at City Hall.
Committee of the Whole - 1st and 3rd Monday of every month, 4 p.m. at City Hall.
Planning Commission - 4th Tuesday of every month, 4 p.m. at City Hall.

City Business Licenses
Licenses can be obtained at City Hall Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. or online at
www.cityofgulfshores.org/pages_2006/revenue.htm. For information, call (251) 968-2425.

Building Permit Information
When property owners or authorized agents want to construct, alter or add to a building, they must apply for and secure a building permit in accordance with state, federal and city requirements. Building permits are issued by the Building Department. Because Gulf Shores is located in an environmentally sensitive area and many areas are located in flood zones or high hazard zones, building requirements are not the same in all areas. Properties in Gulf Shores are located in the following flood zones: A Zones, B Zones, C Zones, V Zones. For more information on Building Permits, contact the Building Department at 968-1150.

Burning Permit
Permits are issued by the Gulf Shores Fire Department. Fees are charged for commercial burning, but not for residential burning. For more information, call 968-1166.

Post Office
2149 W. First St. 800-275-8777

Gulf Shores Museum
244 W. 19th St. 967-4733

Library
Thomas B. Norton Library 221 W. 19th Ave. 968-1176 Hours: Monday and Tuesday 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Wednesday–Friday 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. To obtain a library card, Baldwin County residents must provide proof of residence and fill out an application. Residents pay no fee. Non-residents must pay $10 for a one-year card.

Hurricane Passes
Gulf Shores residents, property owners and business owners may purchase hurricane passes to allow the holder re-entry onto the island after the mayor has given the “all-clear.” Passes may be obtained at the front desk at City Hall. Show proof of residence and/or business ownership. You may use a driver’s license showing a Gulf Shores physical address, a business license, voter registration card, current lease or rent receipt, deed or utility bill. The cost for the pass is $10.

RECREATION & BOAT LAUNCH INFORMATION
Bon Secour Wildlife Refuge
12295 Hwy. 180540-7720 The refuge features 6,200 acres of natural oasis. Highlights include five miles of gulf beach, fresh- and saltwater fishing, five miles of walking trails, and a museum. Trails are open year-round, 7 days a week, during daylight hours. Museum hours: Monday–Friday 8–4

Gulf State Park
State Hwy. 135 948-7275 This 6,000-acre park features picnic areas, an 18-hole golf course, an 825-foot fishing pier, a nature center, cabins, campsites, and a 144-room motel and convention center on Hwy. 182. Activities include fishing, swimming, biking, tennis and canoeing.

Canal Park Boat Ramp
Located south of the canal. From Hwy. 59, turn west on 20th Ave., right on E. 1st Ave., right on Canal Rd. No fee.

Lake Shelby at Gulf State Park
Hwy. 135 off Hwy. 182. Picnic area. Entrance fee is $1 for adults, 50¢ for seniors and children ages 6–12; $2 fishing fee plus AL fishing license; $2 launch fee.

CITY OF GULF SHORES PARKS & RECREATION DIVISION
David L. Bodenhamer Center
310 W. 19th Ave. 968-4420 Hours: Monday–Friday 7 a.m.–9 p.m. (weight room opens at 5:30 a.m.), Saturday 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 1–6 p.m. Office hours: Monday–Friday 8–5. Daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and seasonal passes available as well as annual memberships. Includes fitness center, gymnasium (with spectator seating), indoor pool, indoor track, racquetball courts, aerobic area, saunas, locker/shower facilities, game/activity area (table and board games; TV/VCR) and commons with telephones, vending machines and seating area. Many types of activity and exercise classes with trained staff is offered. Leagues and pick-up games in basketball and volleyball are available. Watch for special programs for family fun.

Meyer Park
E. 24th Ave. 968-4420 This 12-acre city park features picnic shelters, individual picnic tables, playground equipment, a softball field, horseshoe pits and shuffleboard court.

Johnnie Sims Park & Kids Park
244 W. 19th Ave. 968-4420
Tennis Courts: 968-1431.
Tennis lessons are available for juniors to adults; private, semi-private or group.
Charge for lighted nighttime play: 25¢ every 30 minutes; coin-operated.
Five city-sponsored tournaments per year.
Basketball Courts: Charge for lighted play: 25¢ every 15 minutes; coin-operated.

Wade Ward Nature Park
Hwy. 59 S. 968-4420 This city park overlooking a canal features a small pavilion and bench seating.

Beach Parking Passes
Gulf Shores offers beach parking passes each summer, effective March–September. Passes can be obtained at Gulf Shores City Hall. Resident passes are $10 (proof of physical address is required for resident passes). Non-resident passes are $20. Daily passes are $5. For additional info, call 968-1120.

UTILITIES
Electric
Baldwin Electric Membership Corporation
200 W. 22nd Ave., P.O. Box 2939 Gulf Shores, 36547 968-7585 After-hours, holidays, weekends, emergencies. 989-6247 Hours: Monday–Friday 8–4:30 Call for deposit information. Deposits are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Natural Gas
Riviera Utilities
413 E. Laurel Ave. Foley, AL 36535 943-5001 Hours: Monday–Friday 8–5 Deposits are $85 for homeowners and $165 for renters. Deposit amount may vary. You will need an outline of the physical location, a driver’s license and Social Security number.

Water and Sewer
Utilities Board, City of Gulf Shores
149 E. 16th Ave. 968-6323 Hours: Monday–Friday 8–4:30. Come in person. Deposits are $50 for owners and $100 for non-owners. You will need a meter number or the former owner’s name and street address. Transfer fee $25. Bills are sent on a monthly basis.

Telephone
Gulf Telephone Company
208 W. Fort Morgan Rd. 952-5100 Gulf Telephone Directory Assistance: 1-411 Hours: Monday–Friday 8–5. Come in person. You will need your Social Security number, driver’s license number, previous phone number and street address. If you have had phone service previously and are in good standing, there is generally no deposit. Those without previous service are charged a deposit fee based on their credit rating.

Cable Television
Mediacom
2320 E. 2nd St. 800-239-8411 Please call for information.
Fort Morgan Cable
2033 W. 1st St. Mailing address: P.O. Box 660199 Birmingham, AL 35266 540-7221
For residents between Mile Marker 2 and Mile Marker 11 on Fort Morgan Road.

Garbage Pickup and Recycling
BFI
800-752-4092 Residential and non-residential.
Waste Management of Alabama, Inc.
800-972-2631 Non-residential refuse collection and disposal.

City of Orange Beach

The City of Orange Beach has recently celebrated its 20th birthday and as we continue to grow, we hope that you find our community to be an enjoyable place to vacation, live or work. Our city has made a tremendous recovery following Hurricane Ivan and our staff and departments are dedicated to making Orange Beach one of the best places to visit and call home. The City of Orange Beach now offers wireless internet connectivity at various locations throughout our city; we hope you take advantage of the wi-fi zones. Ongoing improvements to city services and our infrastructure is a major priority and 2005 will see the largest beach nourishment project in the history of the State of Alabama. Orange Beach is a young, progressive, coastal resort that is nationally recognized as a year-round destination. Come enjoy our charter fishing, coastal dining or beautiful beaches and maybe you will decide to call Orange Beach, Alabama your home.

ORANGE BEACH CITY HALL
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 4099 Orange Beach Blvd. (Hwy. 161)
MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 458, Orange Beach, AL 36561
PHONE: 981-6979
FAX: 981-6981
WEBSITE: www.cityoforangebeach.com
Administrative and Finance departments, along with the council chambers, are located in City Hall. The City of Orange Beach has a mayor/council form of government.

Pete Blalock—Mayor
Jeff Silvers—Mayor Pro Tem
Joni Blalock—Council Member
Ed Carroll—Council Member
Tracy Holiday —Council Member
Cathy Constantino—City Clerk
Jeffrey S. Moon—City Administrator
Wanda Cochran—City Attorney

DIRECTORY
Community Development 981-2610/981-1290
Community Center Rentals 981-6028
Fire Administration 981-6166
Indian and Sea Museum 981-8545
Library 981-2923
Municipal Court 981-2444
Parks and Recreation 981-6039
Police Administration 981-9777
Public Works 974-5681
Senior Citizen Center 981-3440
Sewer Plant 974-5617
SportsPlex 981-6626
Street Department 974-5681
Information Line 980-4636 (INFO)

Emergency Numbers
Orange Beach Police Station/Justice Center located at 4480 Orange Beach Blvd.
Emergency Fire, Police or Rescue 911
Fire Dept. Business 981-6166
Police Dept. Business 981-9777
Marine Police/Rescue 981-8533

Business Meetings
All business meetings are held in the Council Chamber in City Hall and are open to the public.
City Council - 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, 5:00 p.m.
Council Committee of the Whole - 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, 4:00 p.m.
Planning Commission - 2nd Tuesday of each month, 5:00 p.m.
Board of Adjustments - meets as needed Standing Committees meet as needed

Post Office
25778 John Snook Dr. Phone: 800-275-8777 Hours: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday 9–11 a.m. Mail pick-up: 4 p.m. The zip code is 36561.

Library
26267 Canal Rd. Phone: 981-2923
Come in and enjoy the David Fowler floor mural and the waterfront view as you browse through the stacks in our blue ribbon library
Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Friday 9–6, Wednesday and Thursday 9–8, Saturday 9–3. To obtain a library card, Baldwin County residents must furnish a current local mailing address; non-residents must provide an acceptable form of identification or proof of local mailing address. No fees are charged for a card. The library is a permanent wi-fi hotspot with high-speed wireless internet connectivity available 24/7. Limited internet access inside.

Burn Permits
Burn permit requests must be made through the fire department, which is located at 25853 John Snook Drive. The city enforces the state code that prohibits gas grills above the first floor. For additional information, please call 981-6166.

Finance Department
The following functions are provided by the Finance Department, which is located in City Hall. Their number is 981-6096.

Business License And Tax Information
Phone: 981-6783, Fax: 981-2551. Business license and city tax information may be obtained from the department during the regular business day (8–5). Anyone doing business within the city limits or police jurisdiction of the City of Orange Beach must purchase an annual business license before conducting activities. Online information and forms are available at www.cityoforangebeach.com.

Hurricane Decals
Hurricane decals are issued by zone. All city utility customers will receive their decals every other year. Condo associations will distribute decals to their property owners. New residents must present proof of residency at City Hall to receive their decals. Business owners must provide a list of necessary personnel on your letterhead to Administrative Department at City Hall. There is a $10 replacement fee for each decal (limit of 2 total decals per household). For additional information, please call 981-6096.

Sewer & Garbage
4099 Orange Beach Blvd. Hours: Monday–Friday 8–5. For information about fees and services, please call 981-6096. Within the city limits of Orange Beach, a single family dwelling fee of $20 for sewer and $10 for garbage is billed monthly. Garbage service is mandatory.

Department Of Community Development: Building, Planning And Zoning
4101 Orange Beach Blvd. Phone: 981-2610/ 981-1290 Fax: 981-3725 Hours: 7:30–5. Site plan and zoning approvals, as well as building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing permits, may be obtained through the Department of Community Development. Online information and forms are available at www.cityoforangebeach.com

Insurance
Flood—Properties in Orange Beach are located in the following flood zones: AE Zones (flood hazard areas), X Zones and VE Zones (flood hazard areas). The Building Division (981-2610) can furnish information on Flood Zones. The City of Orange Beach participates in the National Flood Insurance Program so you may be eligible for a discount on your flood insurance.

RECREATION INFORMATION

Orange Beach Recreational Center
4849 Wilson Blvd. 981-PLAY (7529) Hours: Monday–Friday 6 a.m.–9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.–7 p.m., Sunday 1–6 p.m. After-school and school holiday programs are provided, as well as the annual Camp Gator summer camp program. Structured programs for youth include sports, arts and crafts, and games. Amenities include a gymnasium, fitness center, aerobics room, game room and classrooms. Online information and schedules are available at www.cityoforangebeach.com. The Recreation Center is a permanent wi-fi hotspot with high-speed wireless internet connectivity available 24/7.

Waterfront Park
26425 Canal Rd. (1/4 mile east of Hwy. 161) Open to the public year-round. This beautiful family park is located on scenic Wolf Bay. Amenities include 400' fishing pier with covered pavilions and seating, picnic shelters with grills, restrooms, paved walking path, parking and Kids Park. The park is a permanent wi-fi hotspot with high-speed wireless internet connectivity available 24/7. The Pleasure Island Art Association (981-ARTS [2787]), is located in the historic Campbell House, which serves as a gallery with office space. The PIAA is a nonprofit organization composed of artisans from the area. Numerous art festivals and events are held at Waterfront Park.

Orange Beach Kids Park
26425 Canal Rd. (1/4 mile east of Hwy. 161) Built by volunteers and members of the Orange Beach Community Center Association, the Kids Park covers nearly a half acre with areas for all ages to enjoy. Wooden towers, swings, climbing platforms and misting stations bring hours of fun.

Orange Beach Senior Activity Center
26251 Canal Rd. Phone: 981-3440. The center is located adjacent to the Orange Beach Library. Amenities include arts and crafts, games, multi-purpose rooms and a screened-in back porch overlooking Wolf Bay. Year-round senior programs are offered by our professional staff.

Orange Beach Sportsplex
4385 William Silvers Pkwy. Phone: 981-6626. This regional sports facility includes venues for youth baseball, softball, soccer, adult softball, football, concerts and semi pro football, and hosts the SEC Women’s Soccer Championship and many other collegiate events. Offshore powerboat racing makes its dry pits home at the facility with race teams and crews opening up to meet the public. The SportsPlex is a permanent wi-fi hotspot with high-speed wireless internet connectivity available 24/7.

Orange Beach Aquatics Center
4853 Wilson Blvd. Phone: 974-SWIM (7946) Hours: Monday–Friday 6 a.m. –7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.– 5 p.m. Amenities include Junior Olympic swimming pool, 11½' diving well and separate wading pool with spray features. The Aquatics Center offers swimming lessons, water aerobics and other activities. The Aquatics Center is a permanent wi-fi hotspot with high-speed wireless internet connectivity available.

Orange Beach Tennis Center
4851Wilson Blvd. 974-NETS (6387) Hours: Courts open daily 6 a.m.–10 p.m. Amenities include eight lighted, mediumspeed hard courts.
Tennis Pro Shop open Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–7 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tennis Pro Shop features Wilson rackets, tennis shoes and accessories, along with Nike tennis apparel. Youth, adult and senior adult tennis programs are available. The Tennis Center is a permanent wi-fi hotspot with high-speed wireless internet connectivity available 24/7.

Orange Beach Indian and Sea Museum
25850 John Snook Dr. 981-8545 Hours: Tuesday–Friday 9–4, Saturday 9–2. Admission is free. The museum houses local artifacts and memorabilia relating to our Native American and fishing heritage. Families of early fishermen have donated supplies and collectibles that make us mindful of the challenges and achievements in the early days of our fishing industry.

UTILITIES

Electric
Baldwin Electric Membership Corporation
200 W. 22nd Ave., Gulf Shores, AL 36542 (251) 968-7585 After-hours, holidays, weekends, emergencies (251) 989-6247

Natural Gas
CMC
24699–A Canal Rd. (251)974-5432 Hours: Monday–Friday 7–4 Residential customers pay a $75 deposit. Commercial accounts pay a $200 deposit.

Water
Orange Beach Water Authority
25097 Canal Rd. (251)981-4233 Hours: Monday–Friday 7:30–4 When you apply at the water company, you will need a 911 address description of your property, plus directions. Fees: renters $75 deposit, owner of residence with previous service $25 deposit, new single-family residence connection fee $750 plus $25 deposit. Please call for additional information.

Telephone
Gulf Telephone Company
208 W. Ft. Morgan Rd., Gulf Shores, AL 36542. 952-5100 Retail center hours: Monday–Friday 8–5. After hours call 952-5100 or 611. Gulf Telephone Company offers services for your home or business, including basic local phone service, DSL, dial-up and long distance. For new phone service, you will need your Social Security number, driver’s license number, previous phone number and physical address. Deposit is based on credit history.

Cable Television
Mediacom
2320 E. 2nd St., Gulf Shores, AL 36542 800-239-8411

Garbage
BFI 800-752-4092 Residents receive twice-a-week pick-up. If you have a question, please call 981-6096.

Debris Removal
The City of Orange Beach maintains regular pickup of residential leaf and limb yard debris by placing it curbside. For more information 974-5681.

Recycling
Baldwin County (251)943-5611 Bins are located behind the Community Center on Canal Road and behind the Community Development Offices on Oak Ridge Drive. Please follow the guidelines below:
Newspapers—dry, either loose or in a brown paper bag
Brown corrugated cardboard boxes— broken down and flat
Aluminum cans—empty and rinsed
Plastic milk, water and soft drink bottles— tops removed and bottles rinsed

Toll Road
The Foley Beach Express
Terminates/ begins on Hwy. 180, three miles west of Highway 161. Toll booths are located on the bridge landing north of the canal. For information regarding fares and short- or long-term passes, please call 968-3415. Orange Beach registered voters may obtain a Beach Express Discount Card by showing proof of voter registration at the toll booth offices.

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