Under Councilman Craig Sanderson’s resolution, the mayor would have had options including reaching a settlement with the hospital and Daniel Corp. to pay off the debt, reaching a payoff arrangement with bond holders or filing for Chapter 9 bankruptcy in federal court.
The rest of the council — including Alexander — voted against the resolution that would have given the mayor those powers instead of the council.
There are two fewer council seats on the Irondale City Council than in years past and 10 residents are vying to fill those spots.
Municipal elections will be Aug. 26.