South Mobile County

The Fairhope Single Tax Corporation (FSTC) is a 501(c)(4) not-for-profit organization located in Fairhope, Alabama, and is one of only two single tax colonies remaining in the United States. Established in 1894 by a group from Des Moines, Iowa, the FSTC operates under the principles of economist Henry George, leasing land to residents while maintaining ownership of the land itself. Today, the FSTC owns approximately 4,500 acres of land within and around Fairhope, with the majority situated in the downtown area. The organization continues to play a pivotal role in the governance and development of Fairhope, which was incorporated as a city in 1908. Generated from the website

Hatch Fairhope is a business resource hub located in Fairhope, AL, that aims to support technology-based entrepreneurs in Baldwin County. Through a partnership between The University of Alabama, the City of Fairhope, and the Baldwin Community and Economic Development Foundation, Hatch provides startups with a space to learn and grow, fostering an entrepreneurial culture and connecting emerging tech companies with the resources of the university. With funding from the City of Fairhope, Coastal Alabama Community College, and the Baldwin Community and Economic Development Foundation, Hatch is housed in Downtown Fairhope and is based on a successful pilot program conducted by Clemson University in South Carolina. The program in South Carolina resulted in the creation of several companies and new jobs, making a significant economic impact. Led by experienced professionals like Rick Miller and Lee Lawson, Hatch is dedicated to helping individuals develop their talents and positively impact their community and companies.Generated from the website

The Fairhope Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency that protects residents lives and property, reduces crime and arrests criminals. Located in Fairhope, Ala., it also organizes several community programs to enhance partnership between citizens and police. The department provides crime and safety information to members of community through various events, such as neighborhood watch programs and community-oriented policing. The Fairhope Police Department provides services for bicycle registration, code enforcement, fingerprinting, noise check,s alarm permit, and traffic and parking law enforcement. In addition, it undertakes cases related to murder, criminal and sexual assault, robbery, burglary, arson and auto theft. The Fairhope Police Department maintains patrol, K-9, investigation and records divisions.