💰 Hidden on consent

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #9 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $1.2M

Council to authorize $1.2M ARPA funding amendment for Land Bank property acquisi

If approved, would increase total ARPA funding to the Birmingham Land Bank Authority to $1.2M. Would support property acquisition and title clearance in Districts 5 and 8, including neighborhood improvements in Belview Heights that could accelerate community revitalization.

👥 Counterparty: Birmingham Land Bank Authority 🏛 Funding source: Arpa 📋 Action type: Contract amendment 📍 Location: Smithfield, College Hills, Graymont, Belview Heights

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #12 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $140K

City to approve $140K VertiGIS software contract for GIS access

Would fund a three-year software license allowing city staff and departments to access Birmingham's geographic information system (GIS) data. Essential for land records, permitting, zoning, and infrastructure management if approved.

👥 Counterparty: VertiGIS North America Ltd. 🏛 Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan 📋 Action type: Contract award

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #39 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $94K

Council to consider $94K contract for Southern Museum of Flight renovations

If approved, the city would enter a $94,166.58 contract with Interface Americas, Inc. to renovate the Southern Museum of Flight at 4343 73rd Street North. The work would be funded through capital improvement dollars.

👥 Counterparty: Interface Americas, Inc. 🏛 Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan 📋 Action type: Contract award 📍 Location: 4343 73rd Street North, Birmingham

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #36 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $54K

Emergency sinkhole repair contract: $54.3K with Gillespie Construction

Would authorize immediate repair of a sinkhole on Roberts Industrial Drive. If approved, the city would fix a public safety hazard that could affect traffic flow and worker safety in the industrial area.

👥 Counterparty: Gillespie Construction, LLC 🏛 Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan 📋 Action type: Emergency procurement 📍 Location: Roberts Industrial Drive

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #50 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $31K

Council to approve $31,000 library book purchase from Ebsco Industries

Would replenish the Birmingham Public Library's collection with new and replacement materials. The $31,000 spending is drawn from the FY 2026-2027 budget allocation for library acquisitions.

👥 Counterparty: Ebsco Industries, Dallas, Texas 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Resolution

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #15 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $24K

Settlement vote: $24,225 payout for Christopher Holmes claim

The city would pay $24,225 from the general fund to settle a claim filed by Christopher Holmes. If approved, this payment would resolve the dispute.

👥 Counterparty: Christopher Holmes 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Settlement

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #47 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to approve 1-year EMS equipment contract with Stryker Sales

Would authorize the Fire and Rescue Department to purchase EMS equipment from Stryker Sales at pre-negotiated unit prices through a cooperative procurement agreement. Covers essential equipment needs for emergency medical response.

👥 Counterparty: Stryker Sales, LLC 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #31 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to declare 2032 Cedar Street unsafe and order demolition

If approved, the city would order demolition of the building at 2032 Cedar Street, removing a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance from the neighborhood.

🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Demolition 📍 Location: 2032 Cedar Street, Birmingham, Alabama 35217

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #35 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 805 Avenue E

If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance, removing a blight hazard from the neighborhood and clearing the path for potential future redevelopment.

🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Demolition 📍 Location: 805 Avenue E, Birmingham, Alabama 35214

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #30 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 811 22nd Street

If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 811 22nd Street. Removal could reduce blight and safety hazards in the neighborhood.

🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Demolition 📍 Location: 811 22nd Street, Birmingham, Alabama 35218

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #16 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to order demolition of unsafe structure at 475 Iota Avenue

If approved, the city would demolish the building at 475 Iota Avenue, which has been determined unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would clear the blighted property and reduce public safety and health risks in the area.

🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Demolition 📍 Location: 475 Iota Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35205

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #57 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

One-year DEF and fuel contract for city equipment operations

Council will consider a sole-source contract with W H Thomas Oil Co. to supply diesel exhaust fluid and fuel products for city equipment throughout FY 2026-2027. Approval would maintain operational fuel supply for municipal vehicle fleets.

👥 Counterparty: W H Thomas Oil Co., Inc. 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Resolution

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #29 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 1025 Penfield Drive

If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 1025 Penfield Drive. The demolition would clear a blighted property and reduce safety hazards in the area.

🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Demolition 📍 Location: 1025 Penfield Drive, Birmingham, Alabama 35218

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #41 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to amend emergency vehicle upfitting contract with LEHR Upfitters

If approved, would update the emergency vehicle fleet upfitting supplier due to ProLogic ITS ownership change. LEHR Upfitters would provide vehicle equipment installation and maintenance for up to 3 years under the lowest responsive bid.

👥 Counterparty: LEHR Upfitters Southeast, LLC 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract amendment 📍 Location: Griffin, Georgia

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #25 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to vote on demolition of unsafe structure at 3448 Ellis Avenue

If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance, removing a hazard from the Ellis Avenue neighborhood.

🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Demolition 📍 Location: 3448 Ellis Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35221

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #32 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 640 Avenue F

If approved, the unsafe structure would be demolished and removed as a public nuisance. The demolition would address blight and safety hazards at this location.

🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Demolition 📍 Location: 640 Avenue F, Birmingham, Alabama 35214

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #24 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 1609 2nd Court West

Council would declare the building unsafe and a public nuisance, directing its demolition. If approved, the structure would be removed from the neighborhood, addressing a blight and safety concern.

🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Demolition 📍 Location: 1609 2nd Court West, Birmingham, Alabama 35208

September 22, 2026 · Item number:Item #21 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: undisclosed

Council to declare 3012 Dowell Ave SW unsafe and authorize demolition

If approved, the city would demolish this structure and clear a blighted property from the neighborhood. Removes a hazardous building and reduces public safety risk.

🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Demolition 📍 Location: 3012 Dowell Avenue SW, Birmingham, Alabama 35211

September 15, 2026 · Item number:Item #40 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $7.5M

Council to authorize $7.5M uniform contract with Galls, LLC for police departmen

If approved, would authorize the city to purchase uniforms and equipment for the Birmingham Police Department over three years under a national purchasing cooperative agreement. Up to $2.5M per year would be spent from the general fund.

👥 Counterparty: Galls, LLC 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

September 15, 2026 · Item number:Item #57 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $5.0M

$5M federal grant: Red Rock Trail expansion on Robert Jemison Rd

If approved, would fund construction of Corridor C of the Red Rock Trail from Robert Jemison Rd to the western end of Vulcan Trail. City would provide 20% local match. Project spans fiscal years 2028–2031.

👥 Counterparty: Birmingham MPO 🏛 Funding source: Federal Grant 📋 Action type: Resolution 📍 Location: Robert Jemison Rd to western end of Vulcan Trail

September 15, 2026 · Item number:Item #56 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $4.0M

Council to approve $4M federal grant for bridge replacements on West Blvd

If approved, would fund replacement of aging bridges on West Blvd and 1st Ct N near Roebuck Golf Course through 2031. Requires 20% local match from city funds.

👥 Counterparty: Birmingham MPO 🏛 Funding source: Federal Grant 📋 Action type: Resolution 📍 Location: West Blvd and 1st Ct N, Birmingham

September 15, 2026 · Item number:Item #49 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $1.2M

Council to fund Violence Intervention Program through 2027

Would extend case management, employment, housing, and emergency support services for violence intervention participants through June 2027. The Offender Alumni Association would manage the program with $1.15M in city funding.

👥 Counterparty: Offender Alumni Association 🏛 Funding source: Unknown 📋 Action type: Contract award

September 15, 2026 · Item number:Item #43 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $600K

Council to authorize $600K tax-software contract with HdL Companies

If approved, the city would pay HdL Companies up to $600,000 annually for tax-administration software and support. The one-year contract would sustain the Tax & License Division's ability to process business licenses and tax filings.

👥 Counterparty: HdL Companies 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

September 15, 2026 · Item number:Item #39 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $541K

Council to consider $541K GIS software agreement with ESRI through 2029

If approved, would authorize a three-year contract for the Planning, Engineering and Permits Department to maintain and update its mapping and geographic information systems. The annual cost of $180,400 would support the tools planners and engineers use to manage land records and

👥 Counterparty: Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) 🏛 Funding source: General Fund 📋 Action type: Contract award

September 15, 2026 · Item number:Item #58 · 💰 Hidden on consent $ Total cost: $350K

Council to consider accepting $280,634 federal justice grant

If approved, the city would secure federal funding to support law enforcement and criminal justice programs with no local match required. The grant supports Bureau of Justice Assistance initiatives.

👥 Counterparty: U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance 🏛 Funding source: Federal Grant 📋 Action type: Resolution