Business View Civil Municipal - July 2023

ORANGE BEACH, ALABAMA Orange Beach’s next-door neighbor, Gulf Shores, may be bigger and better known. But they actually complement each other quite harmoniously, sharing a bounty of opportunities for those seeking a high-quality family vacation or others just keen on a bit of beach-related relaxation, Handley noted. “We like to say that we offer a unique product that we’re very proud of,” he said, “and I know Gulf Shores is as well. We’re very proud of what we do in Orange Beach and we work hard to live up to our motto: ‘Life is better here.’” Mayor Tony Kennon often refers to the city as “Mayberry at the Beach,” because Orange Beach’s family-friendly brand is always protected, and public safety is a top priority. “We hold the line on keeping the coastal feel of our city and not becoming a cookie-cutter town with no character or personality,” Kennon said. This small city offers big fun, too. It’s well known as a water sports center. Situated on Wolf Bay, Waterfront Park It’s a community of many attractions, among them the Orange Beach History Museum, exploring pre-Columbian Amerindian life, fishing history and the community’s early days. Operated by the City of Orange Beach, it’s located in a former one-room schoolhouse.