Sign regulations amended under zoning code
Changes to city sign rules may affect what businesses and residents can display, including size, placement, and lighting rules for signs in different zones.
Council actions affecting tenants, eviction prevention, fair housing, or housing-affordability programs.
Changes to city sign rules may affect what businesses and residents can display, including size, placement, and lighting rules for signs in different zones.
The city is divesting public land in the industrial district. The sale price and development plans for this property aren't detailed in the item, but residents in or near the industrial area may see changes to neighborhood character or operations.
Alabama Power gains access to Zoo property at 2630 Cahaba Road to build utility infrastructure. The easement may affect Zoo operations or future development on the site.
The city is investing in the Crossplex sports and entertainment facility managed by the PACE Board, which serves the public. Details on the scope and funding source are unclear from the agenda text.
City approves upgrades to the Crossplex, a public athletic and cultural venue. Details on funding source and specific improvements not provided in this summary.
City extends temporary street closures designed to reduce traffic speeds and improve pedestrian safety in East LA. Check local routes for ongoing lane changes.
The city is modifying its ground lease agreement with Veranda at Graymont School LP, which affects the terms under which the private developer uses city-owned land at the Graymont school site.
City and county will jointly fund road repairs on Shady Grove Road in Birmingham. The agreement sets terms for the resurfacing project and shared costs.
The Mayor's proposed $0 capital budget for fiscal 2025 has been pulled from consideration, delaying infrastructure spending decisions.
The city is pulling back its tax increment financing budget plan for next year, deferring the final TIF spending framework. This affects any projects or services funded through TIF districts.
Fuel tax revenue funds city transportation and infrastructure projects. The budget deferral postpones decisions on how $millions in fuel-tax dollars will be spent this fiscal year.
City Council is authorizing the Police Chief to enter into a one-year contract effective October 1, 2024, but the agreement's terms, vendor, and purpose are not disclosed in the available agenda text.
This proposed budget law—originally introduced May 14, 2024—has been withdrawn from the council agenda, delaying decisions on highway repair and maintenance funding for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025.
The city is modifying its lease agreement with a private developer at Graymont School property. Details on lease terms, duration, and financial impact are not provided in this summary.
Council approves spending plan for the Fair Trial Tax Fund through June 30, 2025, ensuring continued support for fair trial services and legal resources.
City takes formal ownership of new streets and public spaces shown on the Sydney Drive Resurvey, enabling future maintenance and public access.
City will formalize partnership with Alabama Law Enforcement for public safety operations. Details of the agreement's scope and any funding obligations are not yet disclosed.
Police will enter a formal partnership with Alabama Law Enforcement to coordinate enforcement activities and share resources. Details on scope and cost were not available in the agenda.
The city will commit funds to a partnership with HRCA to expand housing investment and development in Birmingham. Details on exact funding amount and affected neighborhoods are incomplete.
The city is delegating upkeep and management of three historic cemeteries—Oak Hill, Elyton, and East Lake—to a nonprofit partner. This ensures continued care and operation of burial grounds for families using these facilities.
Housing Reinvestment Corporation will develop these city-owned vacant properties, potentially turning them into affordable homes or community assets. Removes blight from Birmingham neighborhoods and generates economic activity on unused land.
Birmingham and its schools will coordinate on security camera footage and systems, enabling faster response to incidents on shared or adjacent properties.
Birmingham will coordinate with federal prosecutors and DC's police department on law enforcement matters, likely involving case support or criminal justice coordination.
The city is renewing its ban on new automated car wash facilities to protect neighborhood character and traffic patterns while the city develops long-term zoning rules.
City transfers its interest in two parcels to a private LLC. This removes public ownership of the property at 2110 Avenue I.