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City of Daphne
History:
Historical records indicate Spanish explorers discovered this area as early as 1557. Researchers have excavated many valuable relics showing that the Tensaw, Alabama, Choctaw, Creeks, and Seminole Indians all lived in this area prior to 1557. The community of Daphne dates as far back as 1763 when it was commonly known as "The Village". French troops and later British troops occupied the area. Other well known historical areas can be found in nearby battle grounds located at Blakeley, north of Daphne; Fort Morgan at Gulf Shores: and Fort Gaines at Dauphin Island near Mobile.
Records indicate April 9, 1874 as the actual establishment of the town to be called Daphne with the designation of a Postmaster and official Post Office for the Community. Daphne was a resort area prior to the War between the States . In the early 1900's, several Italian families settled in Daphne and brought with them great expertise in agriculture and a tradition of foods and wine. Their family names remain an important part of Daphne's heritage. The "Festa Italiana", sponsored by Christ the King Church Sodality, held each spring in conjunction with the Eastern Shore Chamber's Arts & Crafts Festival, entices the crowd with homemade pastas, sauces, and delightful foods and crafts prepared from family traditions. The Festa truly emphasizes the wonderful heritage brought to this area from Italy.
Daphne was incorporated on July 8, 1927 with a population of only 500. Originally, Daphne was the Baldwin County seat of government. However, Daphne's courthouse records were stolen one night by the rival community of Bay Minette, where the Baldwin County seat of government remains today.
Recent News
City of Daphne - New Bid Posting Athletic Uniforms
Description: Athletic uniforms for City sports programs - see specifications for full list of uniforms needed. Publication Date/Time: 3/8/2023 4:08 PM Publication Information: See Adv Closing Date/Time: 3/16/2023 11:30 AM Submittal…
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Proposals will be received for the furnishing a Crew Cab Truck. All proposed vehicles/equipment shall meet the quality of materials, products, and service best adapted to the City’s intended use. Publication Date/Time: 2/6/2023 4:00 PM…
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The City of Daphne is seeking responses from qualified firms to furnish and provide all equipment, materials, supplies, labor, insurance, tools, equipment, all associated travel time and expenses necessary to provide replacement/upgrade of a jail…
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The City of Daphne (City) plans to update the ADA Transition Plan for pedestrian facilities within the rights-of-way by performing a current self-evaluation to align the document with current physical infrastructure conditions, and programs/services…
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The Work will consist of grading, draining, paving, preparing a building pad for 2,800 square foot pre-engineered metal building with stubs for water and sanitary, and erosion control and permanent stabilization. Publication Date/Time: 9/27/2022…
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The Work will consist of removing the existing bitumen roof, approximately 13,600 Square Feet, repair all areas of deterioration and install a high strength, cold process SBS modified, polyester reinforced coating system with Energy Star rated…
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The City of Daphne is soliciting bids to provide public safety vehicle equipment for the Daphne Police Department and other departments as needed. Equivalent or similar products may be bid pursuant to the substitute provisions set forth in this bid…
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