A Record of Accomplishment... Building for our Future!
Under Brian Baine’s leadership, Fort Payne has delivered dozens of high impact projects that promote safety, growth, and long-term sustainability:
- $20 million – Construction of the new Little Ridge Intermediate School (bond-funded)
- $25 million - Long overdue maintenance of sewer system
- $11 million – Full renovation of the Fort Payne Sports Complex with new ballfields, lighting, parking, and facilities
- $5 million – New Police Department headquarters modernizing law enforcement
- $2 million – Replacement of aging police and fire vehicles more reliable response
- $2 million (over 5 years) – Competitive benefits to recruit and retain city employees
- $1.5 million – New sanitation trucks to improve waste collection service
- $1.2 million – Upgraded telecommunications for first responders
- $1 million – New ladder truck and pumper to maintain fire and insurance ratings
Additionally, over $1.5 million has been invested in several community
projects:
- Improved traffic flow at 5th Street and Gault Avenue
- Renovated, ADA-compliant sidewalks to enhance pedestrian access downtown
- New basketball and tennis courts
- Dump truck fleet rotation for ongoing maintenance efficiency
- Demolition of the abandoned hospital to reduce blight and inspire redevelopment
- Two additional School Resource Officers to enhance student safety
- Public-private partnership to support the expansion of Builders Supply Company
- New traffic signal at Airport Road and Highway 11