Frequently Asked Questions

Water service for the City is provided by the Orange Beach Water Authority located at 25097 Canal Road. They can be reached at 251-981-4233.

Call the Finance Department's main number at 251-981-6096.

The City of Orange Beach posts job vacancy announcements on its Career Opportunity Page. The City also posts job vacancy announcements at City Hall located at 4099 Orange Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL 36561. Periodically, the City may advertise some job vacancies on online job sites, and also in the local newspaper, magazines, specialized journals, and newsletters.

Call the Finance Department's main number at 251-981-6096.

City Council meeting agendas can be found on the Council Agendas page. Agendas for the Planning Commission can be found on the Community Development page. 

First submit an application to the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. Once the application is received at City Hall, then contact the City Clerk's office at 251-981-6806 for placement on the agenda for City Council approval.

The next city election will be in 2025. Find more information on the Municipal Election Information page.

The agenda is posted on the City of Orange Beach's Council Agendas and Minutes page by 5 pm on Friday before the Council meeting.

Complete a Request for Inspection and/or Copying of Records form and email it to the City Clerk's office (email City Clerk) or fax 251-981-1442. Electronic documents are free. Printed documents are $1 per page.

For information about serving on a board or committee for the city, call the City Clerk's office at 251-981-6806.

The City Council meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 5 pm in Council Chambers located at 4099 Orange Beach Boulevard in Orange Beach, and is open to the public. 

Council meetings start at 5 pm, followed by the Committee of the Whole meetings.

The agenda for the City Council meetings is available the Friday before the Council meeting.

Contact the City Administrator or City Clerk's Office at 251-981-6979 between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, to speak to someone about speaking at a City Council meeting.

A Building Permit (SubType: Accessory Structure) is required prior to constructing or placing a shed on your property. Please review the Accessory Structure Requirements & Guidelines (PDF) or contact Community Development for any further questions.

• The maximum height for fences on residential properties is 6 feet. 
• Fences located within the front yard setback (30 feet from front property line), cannot exceed 4 feet in height. 
• Fences shall be installed with the finished side facing the adjoining property or public or private right-of-way. 
• Fence posts must be located on the inside of the fence facing the property on which the fence is located. 
• Posts and supporting members may be viewable if the fence has a shadowbox design or uses panels across the front and back to give the fence a finished appearance on both sides. 
• There are no setback requirements for fences, and a permit is not required.

For patients transported after September 1, 2020, you may pay your ambulance bill online on the AccuMed Group website. You may also mail a check to the address provided on your bill or bring your payment to the Fire Administration building located at 25855 John M Snook Drive in Orange Beach.

All available jobs with the Orange Beach Fire Department are updated on the City of Orange Beach website as they become available. Please visit their website to view available positions.

• For patients transported prior to September 1, 2020, please contact EMS Consultants/Elevos at the contact information below.
  • Renee Brem
    Account Manager | EMS Consultants
    Phone: 800-342-5460 Option 2
    Fax: 706-298-5310
    Email Renee Brem
• For patients transported after September 1, 2020, please contact AccuMed at the contact information listed below.
  • Phone: 888-330-5405
    Fax: 734-479-6319
    P.O. Box 2122
    Riverview, Michigan 48193-1122

For patients transported after September 1, 2023, you may pay your ambulance bill online on the EMS Management & Consultants website. For questions about billing, call EMS MC at 1-800-814-5339. You may also mail a check to the address provided on your bill or bring your payment to the Fire Administration building located at 25855 John M Snook Drive in Orange Beach.

Medical records for EMS transport fall under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 2015 (HIPAA). In order to receive a copy of your own personal medical records, you must submit a Public Records Request form (included below). Please make sure to include the patient's full name, date of transport, and a description of the records you are requesting.

Please note: For attorneys or other representatives requesting medical records for a client, you must include an authorization signed by the patient with your request.

Public Records Request Form

Submit all medical record requests to:

Orange Beach Fire Rescue
c/o Kris Roberts
P.O. Box 458
Orange Beach, AL 36561
Email Kris Roberts
Phone: 251-981-6392 (Office)

Fire hydrants within the City of Orange Beach are maintained by the Orange Beach Water Authority. For any problem relating to a fire hydrant, please give them a call at 251-981-4233.

Yes, we do have Station Pride shirts for sale from sizes small up to 3XL. We are unable to ship t-shirts, but you are welcome to pick one up at our Administration Office located at 25855 John Snook Drive in Orange Beach between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (Monday through Friday). Acceptable forms of payment include cash and Venmo. 

Yes, we offer patch trading on a limited basis as available. Please contact 251-981-6166 regarding trades.

Learn more information on our Internship Program page.

The Daily Beach Report is updated each day, three times daily. Please call 251-981-SURF (7873) to hear the most up-to-date beach conditions.

Under the Leave Only Footprints campaign, items left on the beach overnight will be disposed of by Orange Beach Coastal Resources. This includes tents, canopies, beach chairs, toys, etc. Please visit the Leave Only Footprints Campaign page to learn more.

Any open fires or use of flammable items, including but not limited to charcoal or gas grills, torches, (e.g., Tiki torches, etc.), and/or fireworks are considered inappropriate and unlawful per Ordinance 2005-946.

All job postings are listed in accordance with the City of Orange Beach Human Resource Department.

No. Gas-fired grills shall not be used on any balcony or under any overhanging portion or within 10 feet of any structure.

There is no open burning inside the city limits (for example - trash, grass, brush).

The Orange Beach Fire Rescue Firefighter Internship Program is an exciting opportunity for young men and women to pursue a career in Fire and Emergency Services.

Applicants that are accepted into the program will receive Firefighter I/II training. After receiving their Firefighter I/II certification, they will be assigned to a regular shift within the department where they will serve alongside our career members working twenty-four-hour shifts performing all of the duties of a firefighter, gaining valuable experience and training to prepare you for a career here in Orange Beach.

This program provides free educational opportunities to obtain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Advanced EMT (if already an EMT) certifications along with the ability to obtain other certifications from the Alabama Fire College. Due to the level of investment in each participant, a minimum of a one-year commitment is requested. 

In exchange for this commitment, participants are provided with the following:

• Certification as a Firefighter I/II (based on successfully completing the course and passing the certification exam)
• Opportunity for additional fire service certifications (for example Apparatus Operator, Hazardous Materials Technician, Rope Rescue Technician, etc.)
• EMT or Advanced EMT certification
• A monthly stipend
• An opportunity to become a certified Lifeguard (via the United States Lifesaving Association)
• Invaluable experience serving your community preparing you for a rewarding career in fire and emergency services

The Alabama Fire College and Personnel Standards Commission prerequisites for Firefighter training are:

• Applicants must be at least eighteen years of age
• Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Applicants must have successfully completed a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT). More information about this test can be found on the Alabama Fire College website.

Please review the Physical Training Preparation for Firefighter Recruits (PDF).

Please view the Alabama Fire College CPAT: Candidate Physical Ability Test video regarding the CPAT certification testing requirements. This will give the candidate a basic understanding of what is involved in this test.

Each year, applications for the Fall class open in May and close at the end of June. 

As an intern, you are considered a temporary employee of the City of Orange Beach. This requires us to obtain certain information prior to your employment, including:

• A physical copy of your valid driver's license or CDL license (if applicable)
• A physical copy of your social security card. This is a federal requirement and can not be waived under any circumstances.
• Direct deposit banking information or voided check
• A pre-employment drug screen and physical are to be completed at least one week prior to your first day of attendance

Additionally, the Alabama Fire College requires additional documentation, including:

• Completed CPAT form
• A copy of the front and back of your health insurance card
• A copy of your high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Alabama Fire College registration form
• Alabama Fire College physical form (Please note: This physical is in addition to the physical required by the City of Orange Beach)

It is important to understand that this documentation is required and you will not be able to attend the program without the completion of this documentation.

Yes, you may still apply. However, a current CPAT certificate is required in order to interview for this program. Interviews will be held mid-July. Information about how and where to obtain a CPAT certification can be found on the Alabama Fire College website.

Daphne Fire and Mobile Fire are the closest available facilities offering CPAT certification. You can register to take the best at Mobile Fire Rescue here, and Daphne Fire Department here. 

Need help passing the cpat? Give us a call, we are more than happy to help. We can give you some pointers and/or you can join us in some training sessions. Call, text, or email one of our Training Officers for more information

Each intern will receive a $10,000 annual stipend and many non-monetary incentives such as: Firefighter I/II training and certificate, EMT training, top of the line equipment and personal protective equipment, work 24 hours on/48 off to allow for part time employment

Accommodations that were provided to the former resident program are no longer available. Students are responsible for securing their own housing for the duration of the internship program.

Dates

• May-June: Application period. 
• Beginning of July: Applicants will be informed they will be moving to the next level 
• Early July: Meet and Greet
• Mid-July: Interviews and recruit selections (Gear and uniform sizing will be completed during the interview process, meaning all interviews must be in-person)
• September: Orientation and PT evaluation
• September: New hire paperwork, physicals, and drug screens
• Mid-September: Class begins
• Mid-December: Graduation

Please note: These dates are subject to change.

Questions regarding this program can be directed to:

• Training Officer Michael Lucas
  Phone: 251-484-0741 (text or call)
  Email Michael Lucas
• Training Officer Austin Lesinger
  Phone: 251-215-5064 (text or call)
  Email Austin Lesinger
• Training Officer Zac White
  Phone: 251-597-9827 (text or call)
  Email Zac White

For application information, or to check if your application was received, please contact:

• Kris Roberts
  Phone: 251-981-6166
  Email Kris Roberts

You may fax your application to 251-981-1442. The fax must be received before 5 pm Central Time on the closing date.

A resume cannot take the place of a completed application. However, the Human Resources Department will accept resumes if they are part of an application packet.

No. We only accept Employment Applications for specified positions at which time that position is advertised.

A separate application must be submitted for each position.

There are many factors that can affect how long it takes to fill a position with the City of Orange Beach, for example, background checks, the hiring department's schedule, drug screenings, etc. However, it can take from 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date to fill a position.

The 5 pm closing date means this is the last date and time an application will be accepted for that position. The closing date is indicated on the Job Announcement. The application can be delivered in person, online, by hand-mail, by the U.S. postal service or any other mail delivery service, or by facsimile at 251-981-1442. If an application is received by any of these methods after 5 pm, the application will not be reviewed and will be returned to the applicant. A position that states "position will remain open until filled" indicates applications are continuously evaluated until further notice. The announcement may be closed at any time without prior notice.

The City of Orange Beach posts job vacancy announcements on its website. The City also posts job vacancy announcements at City Hall located at 4099 Orange Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL 36561. Periodically, the City may advertise some job vacancies in the local newspaper, magazines, specialized journals, and newsletters.

No, the clerk must witness your signature on the Waiver of Rights on the back of the ticket.

You may call the Municipal Court at 251-981-2444.

If you have a case that requires a court appearance, the municipal judge will establish the fine amount in each case he presides over. Depending upon the change, the judge can place a fine of up to $500, plus costs. There are some offenses where the fine may be higher.

You may call the Municipal Court at 251-981-2444. Note that there may be a fee associated with this request.

You can contact the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency at 334-242-4400 or at your local Courthouse, where you obtain a driver's license or you can write to:

Drivers License Division Improvement Unit
P.O. Box 1471
Montgomery, Al 36102-1471

If the vehicle listed on the ticket had insurance coverage at the time the citation was written and you did not have proof of it in the vehicle, you may bring proof of insurance to the Orange Beach Municipal Court before your court date. A magistrate will then determine if your ticket may be dismissed. 

If you obtained insurance coverage for the vehicle listed on the ticket after the citation was written, you may bring proof of insurance to Orange Beach Municipal Court. A magistrate will then determine if your ticket may be dismissed upon payment of cost. 

If the vehicle listed on the ticket did not have insurance coverage at the time the citation was written and you have not gotten insurance since a court appearance is mandatory. Your court date is listed at the bottom of your ticket.

To plead not guilty and request a trial date, you must appear in court on the date listed at the bottom of your ticket or on your appearance bond.

• Fairhope Satellite Court House Call Center
  Phone: 251-990-3002
• Foley Satellite Courthouse Call Center
  Phone: 251-943-5061
• Bay Minette Courthouse Call Center
  Phone: 251-937-9561

The Orange Beach Municipal Court is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm. The Court offices close at noon on the day of Court to prepare.

Cash, cashier's check, money order, Visa or Mastercard debit or credit cards. A 4.5% processing fee will be charged if paying by debit or credit card. No personal checks or partial payments will be accepted.

If you were charged with a crime that was handled through the Orange Beach Municipal Court, you may obtain a copy of that record. Note that there may be a fee associated with this request. Otherwise, the Municipal Court cannot run a background check or a criminal history check. If you are in need of a background check for employment, housing rental, etc., you should call the Alabama Criminal Justice Information Center at 866-740-4762 for further instruction.

The Court Clerks is located at the Orange Beach Justice Center - 4480 Orange Beach Boulevard Orange Beach, AL 36561.

If you did not pay your ticket on time or failed to appear to settle your case, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) was notified and they suspended your license for failing to appear in court or non-payment. In order to have your license reinstated, you must first settle the charge(s) against you. Then contact the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency at your local Courthouse, where you obtain a driver's license, or you may call ALEA at 334-242-4400 for more information concerning the reinstatement fee.

Payments of fines, court costs, and/or restitution are expected at the time you appear in court and you will be required to pay the fine and court costs at that time. If you need more time to pay, call the Municipal Court at 251-981-2444 and make your request.

Call the Orange Beach Municipal Court at 251-981-2444 to reschedule your court date.

The court date, time, and location are listed near the bottom of your citation under the section labeled "Court Appearance Information," or it is noted on your Appearance Bond.

In certain cases (i.e. minor traffic citations, etc.) the court will allow you to enter a plea before a magistrate and pay your fines and court cost. Full payment for all violations and late court fees must be made at the time of the plea.

You may call 251-981-2444 for information on your case and if it can be handled out of Court.

• To pay by mail: P.O. Box 529 Orange Beach, Al 36561
• To pay in person: 4480 Orange Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL 36561

• If your case requires a court appearance, you must appear in court on the date listed on your ticket or bond. You will appear before the Honorable Judge Brackin and enter a plea of guilty or not guilty to the charge. 
• If you plead guilty, the judge will determine your fine based on the evidence against you and you will be required to pay the fine and costs in full at the time.
• If you plead not guilty, a trial will be held at that time. The Judge has the discretion to set a fine up to $500.00 and in some cases up to $5,000.00 plus cost. 
• If you do not know if your case requires a court appearance, and you want an estimated fine and cost you may contact the Orange Beach Municipal Court at 251-981-2444 

Once a warrant has been signed and issued, it cannot be dropped for any reason. Everyone must appear in court to settle the matter.

PFA can only be filed with the Baldwin County Circuit Clerk's Office located in the courthouse in Bay Minette, AL. There is no charge to file a PFA. New laws went into effect as of July 2010 regarding who a PFA can be filed against.

In order to take care of an outstanding warrant, you must turn yourself into the Orange Beach Police Department. After the warrant has been executed, you will be given an opportunity to post a bond and you will be given a court date. You may contact the Orange Beach Municipal Court at 251-981-2444 to receive specific information pertaining to your case.

To seek charges against someone you must first file a report with the Orange Beach Police Department. If probable cause exists, you will then be referred to the Municipal Court at 251-981-2444 to make an appointment for a probable cause hearing with a magistrate to determine if a warrant will be issued. You must have as much information as possible such as name, address, date of birth or age, employer, and phone number. A warrant cannot be obtained without a police report.

Open flames of any kind are strictly prohibited by City Ordinance.

Tents and sunshades are allowed north of the Mean High Tide Line as represented by posted signage.

Only authorized government vehicles and beach maintenance vehicles are allowed on the beach.

Beaching or launching personal watercraft from Gulf beaches is prohibited by City Ordinance.

For health and wildlife disturbance reasons, dogs are not allowed on Gulf Beaches. As an alternative, Unleashed in Orange Beach, our community dog park, or The Dog Pond at Lake Shelby in the Gulf State Park both offer you a great place to enjoy with your companion. Learn more information on the Unleashed Dog Park page.

Drinking alcohol is allowed on the beach but glass containers are strictly prohibited.

Fishing is allowed on the beach but chumming and/or shark fishing is prohibited.

Metal detecting is allowed on the beach but the City respectfully requests that holes be returned to natural grade following the investigation.

Yes. Find more information on the Youth Sports page.

Yes. Please see the Youth Sports page on the City Website for more information.

Click the "Like" button on the City of Orange Beach Athletics Facebook page to receive up-to-date information on all youth sports offered. Flyers are also sent home with the children at Orange Beach Elementary School (OBES) just prior to the start of registration.

• Baseball (Tiny T-Ball through 12U; must be 4 on May 1st)
• Basketball (Ages 6U through 12U; must be 5 on September 1st)
• Cheerleading (Ages 10U and 12U; must be 9 on August 1st)
• Contact Football (Ages 10U and 12U; must be 9 on August 1st) 
• Flag Football (Ages 6U through 12U; must be 5 on September 1st)
• Sand Volleyball (12U an 16U; must be 10 on May 1st) 
• Soccer (Ages 5U through 14U; must be 4 on August 1st )
• Softball (Tiny T-Ball through 12U; must be 4 on May 1st) 

Typically, we run basketball registration during the month of November. The season will begin in December and run through February.

Typically, we run soccer registration during the month of August. The season will begin in September and run through October.

Find information on the Youth Sports page.

Volunteers; we love to have any parent volunteer to coach pending a mandatory background check

No, we ask that you keep all domestic animals away from native wildlife as this is their home. Please keep cats and dogs inside. We do not want to kidnap a baby animal from its mother due to the risk of it potentially becoming injured.

Please email Melissa Vinson  for volunteer information.

We have an amazon Wishlist and a donation link below. Please also follow us on social media. We appreciate the support! 

Please check the Texas A&M Wildlife job board for internship postings by searching "Wildlife Care Intern." 

It is actually very common for owls to use nests built by other species. Great horns also use cavities in trees, cliffs, and ledges for their nests. Great horns generally use one nest per year, as they cause a lot of wear and tear on the nest, although it is possible the they may use it again next year. It is also possible that the ospreys may return the next year and retake the nest.

On average, great horns lay two eggs, but they can lay one to five eggs. They usually only have one brood per season, although they will lay more eggs if the original clutch is taken or destroyed.

On average, great horned owls incubate their eggs for about 30 to 37 days.

Young owlets start fledging around 6 to 8 weeks old.

Great horned owls are generalists and therefore eat just about anything. They have a wide range of prey, from small rodents, to large birds such as herons. A great horns diet consists of about 90% mammals,10% birds, and herptiles and insects. Owls also get moisture from their prey, so they do not have to drink often.

Great horns swallow small prey whole, bones and all. They have very strong stomach acid that breaks down the bones to extract important nutrients, and any indigestible parts of the prey are regurgitated as a pellet.

Ospreys build nests at the tops of trees, and oftentimes on man-made structures, such as telephone poles, service towers, or nest platforms made specifically for it. Established pairs oftentimes return to previous nest sites.

On average, ospreys lay three eggs, but they can lay one to four eggs. They only lay one clutch per season, regardless of whether the original clutch is taken or destroyed.

Ospreys usually begin laying eggs in late April.On average, they incubate their eggs for about 35 to 42 days.

Young osprey chicks start fledging around 7 to 8 weeks old.

Ospreys are piscivores, meaning they almost exclusively eat fish. This is how they got the nickname "fish hawk." Ospreys hunt in both fresh and saltwater.

Yes, both great horns and ospreys are monogamous and generally mate for life. However if one of the pair dies the other will usually find a new mate.

It is normal for parents to leave the eggs and nestlings every so often. The mother rarely stays away long enough to cause harm. Both great horns and ospreys are able to successfully incubate the eggs in extremely cold weather, and great horn eggs have been recorded to withstand parent absence of 20 minutes at -13 degrees.

Great horns and ospreys usually lay an egg every couple days until their clutch is complete, but they start incubating as soon as the first egg is laid. The first eggs have a head start and hatch first, although sometimes an egg may not hatch because it wasn't fertilized or the embryo didn't develop properly.

Only the female incubates the eggs. She has a featherless area on her abdomen called a brood patch, which is specifically designed to keep the eggs warm. The male's job is to bring food for the mother, until the chicks are hatched and old enough that she can also hunt.

This is a natural behavior for nestlings. Sometimes, the aggression is essentially play-fighting, a way for them to practice and hone their skills. Other times, especially when food is scarce, aggression can lead to siblicide. Also, if the parents can sense that one chick is doing better than the other, they may focus all their food, attention, and energy into ensuring that the healthy chick survives. The older chicks may be the only one to survive.

No, temperatures in Southern Alabama rarely get cold enough to cause concern.

This is common behavior throughout most bird species. They may do this as a heat-saving measure, as a way to reduce fatigue in one leg, or simply just to be comfortable.

Legally we cannot intervene with these birds without very specific permission as are state and federally protected. Sometimes they are predated on, other times only the stronger siblings survive. While it can be difficult to watch, this is nature and it is survival of the fittest.

The Gulf State Park Office Headquarters is located at:
20115 State Park Road
Gulf Shores, AL 36542

The office can be reached at 251-948-7275 and is open 7 days a week year-round.

In order to qualify for an No Charge Orange Beach Resident Beach Parking Pass, an individual must possess a valid Alabama Driver's License with a physical address inside the city limits of Orange Beach, Alabama. The "resident pass" can be obtained at Orange Beach City Hall, 4099 Orange Beach Boulevard beginning on April 22, 2021. Up to two resident passes will be issued per household. If a third pass is desired for an additional vehicle, the resident must purchase one for $25 at Park Headquarters.

No. The No Charge Parking Passes for Orange Beach residents (as defined by the City of Orange Beach) were part of an agreement signed between the City of Orange Beach and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Due to the value of the passes and the limited number of beach access parking spaces, the City of Orange Beach restricted the distribution quantity of No Charge Parking Passes to two per household with one additional vehicle pass available that can be purchased at Gulf State Park Headquarters. As a result, "Orange Beach resident" is defined by the City of Orange Beach, as individuals who possess a valid Alabama Driver's License with a physical address inside the city limits of Orange Beach, Alabama. Ono Island is part of unincorporated Baldwin County and is not within the city limits of Orange Beach. Property owners and/or business owners who do not meet the Driver's License requirements will also not qualify for a No Charge Parking Pass.

Yes. The $200 Annual Parking Pass can be purchased at Gulf State Park headquarters.

If the resident brings a damaged decal for exchange, Orange Beach Resident Parking Passes can be replaced at Orange Beach City Hall (e.g., in the situation of a vehicle sale) at no additional charge. If removing the decal from service cannot be verified, a new decal will need to be purchased at Gulf State Park Headquarters in accordance with the fee schedule for additional vehicles at $25.

Personal coolers are not permitted. Soft drinks and beer are sold in the Pro Shop and coolers are provided for your enjoyment on the course.

No, tee shirts are welcome.

No, golf on a first come basis. (There is usually little or no wait.)

Yes, we have both drive and walking carts. The carts are included in the rates. (Carts are not included with memberships.)

Yes, we have both left-handed and right-handed clubs. The rental fee is $25/per day for adult clubs and $10/per day for youth clubs.

The range has both grass tees and mats for your enjoyment.

The driving range is self-serve. The ball dispensers will accept credit cards, tokens (available at the Pro Shop), and cash (the dispensers will only take $1s and $5s).

Range Balls are $3.00 per bucket. (Cost will increase to $5 per bucket, effective Feb. 1, 2024.) There are 34 balls per bucket.

The range is lighted and open until 9 pm every day.

The course is open to golfers at 8 am (every day).

Yes - With advanced reservations group tours can be scheduled. Contact the Museum at 251-981-8545 for full details. reservations group tours can be scheduled. Contact the Museum at 251-981-8545 for full details.

No.

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

No admission charge.

The Museum houses photos and memorabilia from the early days of Orange Beach. Focusing on the charter fishing industry contains many nautical pieces. In addition, many Indian artifacts on display have been collected from the area.

No - the sportsplex does not allow any RV or camper to stay overnight. There are several campgrounds and RV parks in the area we encourage you to check out.

The cost of renting one, some, or all of our fields depends on a few different factors which include but are not limited to the following:

• The time of year your organization will be using the fields.
• The city in which your organizations/teams will be staying while they are here.
• The amount of time/days your organizations use the fields.

No - the sportsplex consists of nine baseball/softball fields, two soccer fields, and one multipurpose field. The sportsplex does not have any indoor athletic facility. The city's gym and pool are located at the OB Rec Center and the OB Aquatics Center

The Orange Beach Sportsplex rents out its fields to different organizations, and that organization controls gate fees, scheduling, and any other tournament-related issues. The sportsplex only controls the use of the facility.

The sportsplex is located at 4389 William Silvers Parkway in Orange Beach, AL (off of Canal Road).

Yes, we can draft monthly service charges from your checking account. Please go to the OpenGov link for Utility Billing Authorization for Bank Draft at https://orangebeachal.portal.opengov.com/. (An account will need to be created on OpenGov in order to submit the authorization form. Learn about creating an account on the OpenGov resources page.) 

The current Lodging Tax Rate is 16% (City of Orange Beach - 10%, State - 4%, Baldwin County Lodging - 2%). 

While we do not currently accept Business Licenses payments online we do accept Credit Card payments over the phone with a 2.95% convenience fee. To pay taxes online, go to the Alabama Department of Revenue website.   

Online Utility Bill Paying: Beginning at 9 a.m. May 6th, billing and payments will be available at https://orangebeachal.taxandrevenue.opengov.com/. 

Property taxes are handled by the Baldwin County Revenue Commissioner. You can get information from the Baldwin County Revenue Commission website, or call the Foley Satellite Courthouse at 251-943-5061.

Yes, the license is the responsibility of the owner not the management company.

Yes,  4099 Orange Beach Blvd, the SOUTH-REAR Entrance of City Hall, (facing the Fire Department).  If you are picking up after business hours, to the left of the Finance Department's doors is a white mailbox.

Businesses do not receive decals, it will be coded on your business license if you are located in Orange Beach. The business license will need to be up-to-date for it to be effective.  

If you have a home-based business, your residential decal will get you back on the island.

Ono Island, Condo owners, and Home Owner associations obtain passes from their Property/Owners' Association.

Residential passes can be picked up in the Finance Department office at 4099 Orange Beach Boulevard, behind City Hall, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.

Decals will not be issued once a named storm has entered the Gulf.  Do not affix tags to your vehicle until required to return to the island.

There is a charge for replacement decals.

If there is a renter, one decal goes to the renter; one decal goes to the owner.

The license expires December 31 of each year, however, it does not have to be renewed during December. Business owners have until January 31 to renew without penalty. Please go to the OpenGov link for all business license applications and renewals at https://orangebeachal.portal.opengov.com/. (An account will need to be created on OpenGov in order to submit an application. Learn about creating an account on the OpenGov resources page.) 

You should call our main number 251-981-6096.

No. Water service for the City is provided by the Orange Beach Water Authority located at 25097 Canal Road. They can be reached at 251-981-4233.

Every Tuesday and Friday. The can with the blue lid must be placed with the opening facing the road and 3 feet away from any obstacle. The contents of the can cannot exceed 90 pounds.

You can refer to our Trash and Recycling page to find out when your trash will be picked up.

If your trash has not been picked up at the appropriate time, you can call the Finance Office's main number at 251-981-6096.

A report can be obtained by contacting the Administration office at 251-981-9777 or by coming to the Orange Beach Police Department located at 4480 Orange Beach Boulevard Orange Beach, AL 36561. 

There is a $5 charge for all copies of reports. Please have any pertinent information (such as case numbers, dates, locations, and or names of the person(s) involved) to ensure prompt and accurate service.

The Orange Beach Police Department provides fingerprinting services for a variety of reasons, including teaching credentials, adoptions, employment, sales, real estate, etc. We do not provide fingerprint services for immigration purposes.  To schedule an appointment, please visit the Orange Beach Corrections Scheduling Calendar for Fingerprinting and select a date and time. 

On-site visitation is available two times a week.  To schedule an appointment, you will need to set up a visitor account by going to the following website: www.ncic.com. We offer on-site as well as remote video visitation.

VISITATION HOURS - ON SITE: Sundays & Wednesdays: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Holiday visitation will be the same as above if the holiday falls on a visitation day.

ALL visitors MUST set up an online account to visit either in person or VIDEO VISIT. Please go online to the NCIC website to set up your account. Once your online account has been set up and approved you may call the jail to set up an ON-SITE visit.

What to expect when you arrive for your visit:  When you arrive for your visit please leave all electronic devices, backpacks, purses, etc. in your vehicle. Have your photo Identification ready. No one will be allowed in to visit without an ID. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All visitors will be searched for weapons and contraband. The search may consist of a pat-down search and/or a metal detector. Visitors must be dressed properly, please do not wear clothing that would be considered too short, tight, or low cut. You will be asked to change or cover up before being allowed to visit. To be considerate of others that may have breathing issues please do not wear an overabundance of perfume or cologne. 

VISITATION HOURS - OFF SITE (VIDEO VISIT):  Video visits may be scheduled for any day of the week from the hours of 7:00 am to 9:30 pm. Please go to the NCIC website and follow the instructions on how to schedule your video visit. Once you have completed all the requirements and funded the inmate’s account you will be able to visit via video from your home computer or cell phone using the mobile app. If you need any assistance with setting up your account or setting up an appointment please call NCIC at 1-844-724-2076 or the Orange Beach Jail at 251-981-5298.  

Old prescriptions can be dangerous and should not be disposed of improperly. The Orange Beach Police Department has made a disposal site available, free of charge. You will find the drop box just inside the lobby of the Police Department.

There is no fee and the box is available 24 hours a day/seven days a week. You may leave these drugs in their original container, or seal them in a bag or other non-breakable container for disposal. No information is gathered from the containers.

Animal Control Officers are authorized to investigate canine and wildlife-related complaints. Patrol officers are able to issue citations for animal ordinance violations. Please contact the Orange Beach Police Department at 251-981-9777.

The Orange Beach Police Department never solicits money over the phone. If you get a call claiming to raise money for the Orange Beach Police Department, report the call to the Orange Beach Police Department.

Call 911 immediately. Be observant and make mental notes, including asking yourself:

• First and foremost, don't confront the subject(s), and stay safe!
• Are there any weapons involved?
• What is the address?
• Are there any physical characteristics such as height, weight, race, beard, scars, or tattoos?
• Can you give any clothing descriptions?
• How many people are involved?
• Are the persons involved on foot or in a vehicle, if in a vehicle, what make, model, and color?

When there is an emergency, lives are in danger, serious injury, serious medical condition, crime in progress, or any other situation needs immediate attention.

No. You do not have to have a license to get on the bid list, or to bid; however, you will need to complete the business license process before a purchase order can be written. Contact the Revenue Department at 251-981-6096 for more complete information on licensing.

Prospective vendors may sign up to be notified of bid postings through the City of Orange Beach OpenGov bid site.

The following are not required before being placed on the Bid List nor are they required to submit a bid, but the following forms will be required prior to the City of Orange Beach issuing a purchase order to a vendor: 

• Current year signed and dated W-9
• An affidavit that the business complies with the current Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act in the hiring of immigrants
• Copy of current City of Orange Beach Business License

Yes, we have glass, pottery, fine art, jewelry and more for sale.

Yes, they are primarily local and from the Gulf Coast region.

No, we do not give art valuations.

Yes, we can also mail them.

Yes, we ship anything that fits in a large flat rate box. For larger works, please visit local shipping specialists.

Since all our art is for sale, the pieces are in continual rotation.

No, admission is free to all three buildings on our campus.

No, our chandelier was made by our own glass artists in The Hot Shop, Kerry Parks and Dan Rush.  We say it is "Chihuly-inspired!"

Yes! Please call to get information about your specific needs.  Various demo's can be scheduled in our studios. We are also located adjacent to the Waterfront Kids Park which works nicely for young school groups.

Yes. The Clay Studio is occasionally available to rent for birthday parties and special occasions for $95 per hour. If you wish to paint pottery, a per item/per-person fee is also applied.

Yes. Our resident Clay Artist offers instruction in clay hand building and wheel throwing. Sessions are one hour long and you will learn several techniques. Call 251-981-ARTS (2787) for more details.

Yes. We offer Pick-n-Paint for $35 and up, per item. Call for a reservation at 251-981-ARTS (2787).

If you paint an already finished piece, you may retrieve your item within 24 to 48 hours.

If you sculpt your own piece, it will take between 1 to 3 days to dry, then it takes 1 to 2 days to fire it in the kiln; you can return to glaze your piece at this point. It is then fired in the kiln for a second time (which also takes 1 to 2 days). You may pick up the finished product after approximately 7 to 10 business days from your start date. We can also ship your pieces to you.

The Clay Studio is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4 pm.

No, this is a juried fine arts show only, with culinary and musical artists by invitation.

Applications are accepted through the ZAPPlication website. The application process opens August 1 of each year, and closes on October 31. Notification of accepted/waitlist/declined artists is announced in November after our juror process. The deadline to then pay your booth fee(s) is mid January of each festival year. Double booths are limited and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Yes, it is always the second full weekend of March. We always host our show one week prior to the Fairhope Arts and Crafts show.

No, this is a free event.

Off-site parking is available with a shuttle. Final parking information is announced in January.

Guests coming from East Orange Beach (Bear Point, Caswell, etc.) should park at the Orange Beach Presbyterian Church.

We offer a tremendous variety of mediums with an average of 95 artists, including:

• Acrylics
• Glass
• Graphic
• Jewelry
• Metal
• Mix-media
• Oils
• Pencil
• Photography
• Pottery
• Wood
• Etc.

The Festival will open rain or shine unless there is an emergency weather issue!

Well behaved pets on a leash are welcome! Pet bag stations are located behind the Hot Shop, in the circle at the end of Waterfront Park, and at the Kid's Park.

We require that children be at least 8 years of age because it takes extreme focus and understanding of multiple concepts.

Yes. It is a basic, introductory class and, before you begin, a detailed description of the process will be explained, as well as demonstrations of each item you will be able to choose from. It is recommended that you research glassblowing (i.e. YouTube videos) to gain a basic understanding of glassblowing so the process will not be as foreign the day of your class.

No. We cannot incorporate any other material into the glass because it will cool at a different rate which will cause stress cracks and/or breakage.

All of the pieces we have in our shop have taken the glassblowers years to learn how to make, so they are not something we can offer for the Make Your Own class. The object of the class is to experience glassblowing with lots of help from a highly skilled glassblower (because it is not something that can easily be done in the first few attempts- it takes years to build the skills required to pull off even the simplest pieces.) Therefore, no one should try to replicate an exact piece or design as all glass items turn out uniquely different even for an experienced glassblower- which is part of the beauty of this art form.

Of course! We encourage pictures and always appreciate when you tag us in your photos on Facebook or Instagram.

Closed-toe shoes are required. 100% cotton clothing is preferred, and any synthetic materials are not recommended. You are welcome to bring your own sunglasses for eye protection, but safety glasses are provided. Feel free to bring a drink since classes can last up to 2.5 hours.

For Make Your Own classes or hourly rental we ask for 48 hour notice for reschedule or cancellation. All appointments are held with a credit card. For no shows or day-of cancellations, we will charge your credit card for the total class amount.

Appointments are set for 9 am, Monday through Friday and we ask that you arrive 5 to 10 minutes early for your appointment.

The paperweight, globe and flower each have a different process which is why we demonstrate each piece first to show you what you will be doing. You will choose your colors and assist the instructor according to your capabilities (i.e. using tools to sculpt, blowing air into the blow pipe, taking heats, etc.). You may take a more active or passive role based on your physical ability or comfort level.

We do ask that you curb your dogs. Bags are provided and we ask that you dispose of in containers on site.

There are water stations available inside both fenced areas.

There are two separately fenced areas, one for small dogs and one for large dogs.

Unleashed is operated at no charge but does accept donations.

The park is open from dawn to dusk.

The Unleashed In Orange Beach Dog Park is located at 27920 Canal Road, approximately 2 miles east of the intersection of Canal Road and Highway 161, very close to Pleasure Island Tiki Bar and Sportsman Marina.

There are currently eight trailheads, the first and most well-known is the Catman Road trailhead located at 3801 Orange Beach Boulevard

Overnight camping is prohibited by City Ordinance.

Yes. Non-Member day passes are available for $10 per person per day, which includes access to the Adult Fitness Center, Recreation Center, and Aquatics Center.

No. We do have an outdoor Junior Olympic size pool which is heated during the colder months and open year round.

Yes - a list of personal trainers is available at the Fitness Center.

Yes. There are changing rooms and showers available during our normal hours of operation. Towels and toiletries are not provided.

Yes. 

Please note: Class schedules may change without notice

• Class prices are $5 per class for members or non-members.
• Fitness cards are available for purchase. The card is $50 and covers 15 classes.
• Unlimited annual class pass for $150 with a current membership.

Hours

Monday through Friday - 7:00 am to 8:00 pm
Saturday - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday - 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm

The day pass includes the Adult Fitness Center, an inside basketball court, and an outdoor heated pool.

Just off of Canal Road at 4847 Wilson Boulevard. If coming from Gulf Shores on Canal Road, when you get to the light at the intersection of Canal and Highway 161, continue east on Canal - 1.3 miles on the left just across from Fire Station 2.

Vendors may register to be notified of bids through Vendor Registry.

The City of Orange Beach does not have an ordinance that would prohibit the release of helium balloons on the beach. However the balloons are prohibited from containing fire or combustible material (such as candles, lights, lighters, etc.). Please remember, based on past complaints, that the balloons may eventually end up as debris on someone else's property.

Download and/or print a copy of the Orange Beach Zoning Map (PDF).

Visit the Online Interactive Floodplain Map or download the Orange Beach Floodplain Map (PDF).

Yes, Orange Beach has an ArcGIS Online Interactive Mapping website that will help you find parcel, zoning, floodplain, and other property related information.

Complete the Address Request/Verification Application.

1. Be prepared to enter the Parcel # and PIN #. This information can be found using Orange Beach Map Viewer, Baldwin County Map Viewer, or Baldwin County Property Search. 
2. Be prepared to describe where the driveway is or will be located. There is an option to upload a map showing the structure and driveway locations on the property. 
3. Processing time can take up to five business days.

For properties outside Orange Beach city limits, please refer to Baldwin County E-911's GIS-Addressing.

You can call the library and we'll place the item on hold for you or within our catalog:

1. Click on the item desired
2. Place Hold
3. Type in your Library Card number and PIN
4. Submit Hold

Yes, as long as there are no patrons waiting on the item you can renew up to four items. Staff will also auto-renew materials as long as there is no one else waiting for the item.

Yes, we have 24/7 open access Wi-Fi throughout the building. Wi-Fi is also available from the first few rows of parking, the front porch, and the rear patio

Yes, we have a full-service business center available. Black and white prints and copies are $0.15, Color prints and copies are $0.50, Faxing is $2.00 on the first page, $1.00 per page for each subsequent page, and $1.00 per page to receive, Scanning is $1.00 for up to 6 items scanned.

Your PIN Number is the last four digits of your library card.

Visitors are welcome! Anyone can get a library card! You'll just need a valid form of picture ID. (Patrons under 13 must have a parent/guardian sign the application).

Yes, we have 15 computer terminals with free internet access and a variety of software available. There is no fee to use the computers, however, we ask that you limit use to 30 minutes when others are waiting for computer access.

1. Visit the Baldwin County Library Cooperative website
2. Access the 'My Account' link in the side navigation (located on the left side of the page)
3. Log in
4. Type in your Library Card number and PIN

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
9 am to 6 om
Thursday
9 am to 8 pm
Saturday
9 am to 3 pm
Sunday - Closed

The library will gladly accept donations in good condition. We do not accept encyclopedias, VHS, cassettes, damaged materials, or extremely dated materials.

That depends. Orange Beach weddings held at any public beach access points (such as Alabama Point, Cotton Bayou Beach Access, etc), you will need to contact the Gulf State Park for a permit; call 251-948-7275 between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday. For more information about planning your Beach Wedding, visit the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Tourism website.

Alabama residents wishing to get married on the beach may either obtain a marriage license in their home county or at the Baldwin County Courthouse in Bay Minette, Alabama. Please call Baldwin County Courthouse at 251-937-0260 or visit the Baldwin County website for additional information about obtaining an Alabama marriage license.

No, you will need to go to a Baldwin County Courthouse for drivers licenses, car tags and boat tags. Please call Baldwin County Courthouse, (the closest one is in Foley), 251-943-5061 or visit the Baldwin County website.

Renewals and tags/title can be handled in four Probate locations: Foley, Robertsdale, Fairhope and Bay Minette. A new drivers license requires a visit to one of the courthouses with a State Testing Officer present, as that is a state office offered in some of the courthouses as a courtesy from the state. They are Foley, Fairhope, and only the first Wednesday of the month, Bay Minette.

You can obtain a State of Alabama fishing license at Wal-Mart in Orange Beach, 251-974-1810, other local tackle stores, online at the Outdoor Alabama website or over the phone at 888-848-6887.

You can obtain a voter registration form from Orange Beach City Hall, however, the form will need to be mailed into the Baldwin County Registrars. To register to vote or make a change/correction to your voter record, Board of Registrars - 251-937-0305, 251-990-4614 and 251-972-6877.

Yes, if your event will have an impact on traffic, will be held on public property, involves the sale of goods and services, involves the sale of alcohol or involves the sale of food. Visit our Special Events Department for permitting and to learn more.

Please call the Beach Express office at 251-968-3415 or visit the Beach Express website.

You can refer to our Trash and Recycling calendar to find out when your trash will be picked up.

If your trash has not been picked up at the appropriate time, you can call the Finance Office's main number at 251-981-6096.

For program information, please email Orange Beach Tennis/Pickleball Coordinator Kevin LaPointe or contact 251-974-6387 (Office), or 251-200-9086 (Cell). 

Visit the Tennis Center about page on the City Website for the latest information.

Recycle pickup is divided into 2 zones. Each zone receives pickup every other week on Wednesday.

Please refer to the zone map for recycling pick-up zones and the calendar on this page for the weekly schedule for trash or recycling pick-up dates.

When referring to the Zone Map, Zone 1 = Gray, and Zone 2 = Blue.

For more information and to download a printable recycling calendar, please visit the Trash and Recycling page.

These items can be recycled:

• Newspaper and newspaper inserts
• Magazines and catalogs
• Junk mail and envelopes
• Office and school papers
• Cardboard
• Boxboard (cereal, cake, and cracker boxes)
• Brown paper bags
• Aluminum cans
• Tin and steel cans
• Plastic milk jugs
• Plastic bottles
• Phone books

These items cannot be recycled:

• Glass jars and bottles (Except at the Cotton Bayou Trailhead, next to the water tower, at 3241 Orange Beach Blvd. A glass recycling bin is located there.)
• Plastic bags
• Food waste, garbage, yard waste
• Medical waste
• Food tainted items
• Pizza boxes
• Egg cartons
• Ice cream cartons
• Waxy paper milk cartons
• Aluminum foil
• Plastic cups/silverware
• Aerosol cans
• Plastics other than bottles
• Juice boxes/bags
• Styrofoam cups, containers, coolers, packing materials, etc.

Please email Savannah Rollins for all bench inquiries. 

Golf carts are not allowed on the trail.

There are currently eight trailheads, the first and most well-know is the Catman Road trailhead located at 3801 Orange Beach Blvd.

Yes! The W&WLC is a municipal facility that the public can access during daylight hours.

Yes, dogs are allowed on leashes. There is also a pet waste station located off the northeast corner of the building.

We are in the process of developing an equipment rental program for the community. 

No, we would love to host you for a lesson with one of our certified instructors on site at the W&WLC in our fleet. We use Optimists, Sunfish, and touring style kayaks. 

Yellow - Moderate risk surf conditions / current 

 Purple - Dangerous marine life  

Red - High risk surf / current

 Double Red - Waters closed to the public 

Text ALBEACHES to 888777 for daily conditions.

Yes! You may use a metal detector and small sifting shovel to uncover found items but be sure to fill in any holes.

Yes! The gulf is their natural habitat, we are the visitors! If you see one don't panic, slowly move towards shore without splashing, flailing, or making excessive noise

Yes, but be respectful of others when placing fishing poles. Share the beach!

No, you should never feed native wildlife. Feeding wildlife leads to the disruption of their natural behaviors and dependency on humans for food. This in turn becomes a            dangerous situation for the animal as it puts them in harm's way (for example, feeding a pelican fish and then it getting entangled in fishing line.) It is better for them to hunt naturally and eat their wild diet.

The beaches do not close at night but please be mindful of the noise ordinance.

Any beach equipment left unattended on the beach one hour after sunset until sunrise as defined by NOAA for Orange Beach, Alabama, each day will be deemed abandoned, and shall be disposed of accordingly and will not be returned. Any items of value collected will be turned in to the police department.

Call: 251-981-SURF (7873). 

Text: ALBEACHES to 888777. 

Facebook: @Orangebeachsurfrescue. 

Online: https://www.orangebeachal.gov/170/Beach-Safety-Mollys-Patrol

There is no closing time. However you should consider the following: Overnight camping is unlawful, Overnight swimming poses extreme dangers, and be mindful of our noise ordinance

Yes! The Gulf is their natural habitat, we are the visitors! If you see one don't panic, slowly move towards shore without splashing, flailing, or making excessive noise. Most sharks stay offshore but occasionally they will swim closer. Avoid swimming in areas where schools of fish are present or seabirds are diving. If Lifeguards determine a shark is a threat to the public they can close the water to swimming.

As far as treating a jellyfish sting our suggestion is the “beach method” which involves no chemicals. Take a hard surface something like a credit card/room key and scrape against the effected area. The goal of this is to remove any remaining tentacles. Next take wet sand and pack it on top of the affected area and let it sit. This relieves stinging and adds a cooling effect. 

Realistically a jellyfish sting is very similar to a bee sting. Pain thresholds are different person to person and pain tends to last for 10-15 minutes. In the case of an emergency: person has difficulty breathing or breaks out in extreme hives all over the body call 911.

While it is nearly impossible to predicts this in the open water environment a few factors can help in removing jellyfish or seaweed from the swimming area: Strong winds, strong surf, strong lateral currents, or large storms. When the water is calm & stagnant there is very little to do. Remember this is the open water!

Any beach equipment left unattended on the beach one hour after sunset until sunrise as defined by NOAA for Orange Beach, Alabama, each day will be deemed abandoned, and shall be disposed of accordingly and will not be returned. This includes tents, canopies, beach chairs, toys, etc. Please visit the Leave Only Footprints Campaign page to learn more.

Any open fires or use of flammable items, including but not limited to charcoal or gas grills, torches, (e.g., Tiki torches, etc.), and/or fireworks are considered inappropriate and unlawful per Ordinance 2005-946

Yes, but be respectful of others when placing fishing poles. Share the beach! It is however illegal to fish or target sharks by methods of chumming. Visit here for more info: https://www.outdooralabama.com/fishing.