Regular City Council Meeting

CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA All items designated as "Consent" are considered to be routine and non-controversial and will be approved by one motion. No separate discussion of these items will be permitted unless a Councilmember, the Mayor or Citizen i

Special assessment on blighted properties for weed abatement

Property owners will receive bills to cover the cost of clearing weeds from their land. The city previously declared the properties dangerous or noxious under a February 2024 resolution.

Special weed-abatement assessment levied on blighted properties

Property owners of declared noxious-weed sites face special tax assessments to cover abatement costs. Affected owners have the right to be heard before the Council.

Special assessment imposed for weed abatement on city properties

City is charging property owners for weed removal on their land after declaring the vegetation noxious or dangerous. Check if your property is listed to understand any costs you may owe.

Special assessment imposed for weed abatement on multiple properties

Property owners may face a special assessment charge to cover the cost of removing noxious or dangerous weeds on their land, following the Council's February 2024 declaration.

Special assessment imposed for weed abatement on vacant properties

Property owners will face a special assessment bill to cover costs of removing noxious or dangerous weeds from their land. The assessment amount and affected properties should be reviewed in the full resolution.

Special assessment: property owners billed for weed abatement

Property owners with noxious or dangerous weeds will receive bills to cover city abatement costs. The assessment applies to properties identified in a July 2024 council resolution.

City removes inoperable vehicle from property as public nuisance

Abandoned vehicles clutter neighborhoods and reduce property values. Removal costs will be charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

Remove inoperable vehicle from neighborhood street

City removes abandoned or inoperable vehicle flagged as a public nuisance. Costs for removal will be charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

City removes inoperable vehicle; costs charged to owner

City will haul away an abandoned car and bill the registered owner for removal costs. Helps clear neighborhood blight.

Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

City removes abandoned or broken-down vehicle from property; owner will be charged for removal costs.

Council amends Bama Wellness Advocacy contract, up to $97,165

City extends health advocacy services through a second contract amendment. The vendor will continue supporting residents through wellness programs and community health outreach.

City extends Brother Let's Talk support contract; $200K amendment

City commits additional $200,000 to extend support services from Brother Let's Talk, LLC. The specific services remain unclear from the agenda.

City extends Brother Let's Talk contract $200K for support services

City will spend an additional $200,000 with Brother Let's Talk, LLC under an amended agreement. The nature of services was not fully detailed in the agenda item.

Mayor authorized to partner with City Center District Management Corp

City will work with City Center District Management Corporation on community engagement and cultural events. Agreement details and any financial commitment not specified in agenda.

City approves job-skills and counseling partnership with Lovelady Center

Expands job training and support services through a community provider, helping residents build skills and access meals and counseling.

City loans federal grant to Howard's Unlimited for façade improvements

City extends forgivable federal development funds to a private business for storefront upgrades, improving neighborhood appearance and supporting local commerce through a five-year loan.

City hires Info-Tech Research Group for cybersecurity consulting

City brings in external expertise to assess and strengthen cybersecurity defenses. Protects resident data and critical city services from cyberattacks.

City executes sales contract with bankruptcy estate trustee

The city is entering a general sales contract with a trustee managing a bankruptcy estate, but the item description is incomplete—no purchase price, property location, or intended use is provided.

City approves $100K contract with LRY Media Group

Birmingham commits $100,000 in public funds to LRY Media Group, LLC for media services. The item appears on the consent calendar, meaning the full service scope is not detailed in the public description.

City renews SurveyMonkey software agreement with SHI International

The city continues its sole-source contract with SurveyMonkey for survey and data collection software. Dollar amount and contract term not specified in available materials.

City awards 3-year contract to TTL, Inc. for $1.29M professional services

City commits $1.29 million over three years to TTL, Inc. for unnamed professional services on consent agenda without public debate.

City leases office suites to WAHG Birmingham I at 3001 27th Street North

City commits general funds to lease three office suites at a private location. Lease terms and duration not disclosed in available materials.

City approves license agreement with World Dodgeball Association

Lets the World Dodgeball Association operate events or programs in Birmingham under a licensing agreement.

City buys "No Dumping" sign for Rising West-Princeton

Neighborhood gets new signage to deter illegal dumping in Rising West-Princeton area.

City acquires temporary construction easement at 637 Pratt Highway

City gains right to use private property for construction work. Owners may receive compensation under eminent domain law.

City to seize right-of-way at 505 Morgan Street via eminent domain

Property owner at 505 Morgan Street will lose land rights for a public right-of-way. The City Attorney is authorized to use eminent domain to acquire the easement or property interest needed for city infrastructure or development.

City amends weed-abatement tax collection process

The city is adjusting how it collects costs for removing weeds from blighted properties. These assessments get added to property taxes, so changes affect how and when property owners pay for cleanup work on their land.

Weed abatement: 212 13th Terrace North removed from city assessment

This property is no longer subject to the city's noxious-weed abatement assessment. The removal may indicate the property owner completed cleanup or the initial assessment was in error.

Weed abatement: 1335 26th Street removed from assessment roll

Property owner at 1335 26th Street is released from weed abatement costs assessed in December 2025. This removes a financial obligation from the property's tax record.

Weed abatement removed for 481 37th Avenue West

Property owner at 481 37th Avenue West no longer faces city-ordered weed removal. The property is being removed from the March 2026 abatement assessment list.

Property removed from weed-abatement assessment at 1115 Reverend Abraham Woods J

Owner at 1115 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Boulevard is no longer subject to the city's noxious-weed abatement fees after the property was removed from the assessment list.

City awards vehicle purchase contract to Buster Miles Ford

City commits funds to purchase five vehicles including electric and hybrid models for municipal fleet operations.

City awards Bobcat parts contract to Loader Services & Equipment

City commits to buying replacement parts from a single vendor for its Bobcat equipment fleet, locking in unit prices for one year.

City awards uniform contract to Municipal and Commercial Uniform

City employees get work uniforms, safety gear, and outerwear through competitive bidding. Municipal and Commercial Uniform won the contract to supply shirts, trousers, outerwear, and safety accessories at set unit prices as needed.

Council approves 3-year window cleaning contract with Squeegee Squad

Squeegee Squad wins competitive bid for city window cleaning services through 2027. Routine facility maintenance.

City awards Ford vehicle bid to Stivers Ford Lincoln

Establishes pricing for Ford Cab and Chassis vehicles needed by city operations. Contract allows the city to purchase vehicles at pre-negotiated rates for an unspecified period.

Council approves $1,311 purchase of acrylic frames for police department

Police department receives display frames for internal use. Minor operational spending from general fund.

City approves $157.63 office furniture payment to Amazon

Routine vendor payment for office supplies. No direct impact on residents or public services.

City approves $85,543 final payment to Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus for wrec

Fire department vehicle repair completed at total cost of $106,487. This final payment settles the outstanding balance from the original contract amendment.

City approves $15,450 cold patch asphalt purchase from Fastenal

Funds road repair materials used to fill potholes and surface cracks across city streets.

City approves $12,623 office furniture purchase for Youth Services

Youth Services department receives updated office furniture through competitive procurement. This is a routine spending decision on general fund dollars.

City approves $35,278 for EMS recruit training books

Purchase of 140 training textbooks and tests for EMS recruits. Standard spending for emergency services workforce development.

Library funds freegal music streaming service for $13,500

Birmingham Public Library patrons gain access to free legal music and streaming through a vendor subscription. The service is funded from the city's general fund.

Library gets $35K digital access deal with Midwest Tape

Birmingham Public Library expands digital collections through a sole-source purchase. Residents gain broader online access to audiobooks, ebooks, and streaming media.

Fire department buys $4,106 rescue training dummy from NAFECO

Fire department gets a specialized training tool (LION SmartDummy with voice box) to improve rescue drills and readiness.

City renews GPS subscription with Samsara for $85,878

Department of Equipment Management relies on this GPS service to track and manage city vehicle fleets. Renewal ensures continued access to location data for operational planning and cost control.

City approves $1,549.95 office chair purchase from Staples for Youth Services

Youth Services Department gets new office furniture via routine vendor payment on the consent agenda.

Council approves $1,387 office furniture purchase from Strickland Paper

Routine spending from general funds to equip city offices with furniture. Included on consent agenda for routine approval.

Parks Department rental equipment: $6,025 to United Rentals

City spending on heavy equipment rentals for parks maintenance. Payment from general fund.

City issues $44,244 in refunds from general fund

Two refunds totaling $44,244 are being returned to claimants from city coffers. These are routine payouts whose specific recipients and reasons are not disclosed in the agenda.

City declares 202 blighted properties public nuisance; weed abatement ordered

City takes action against abandoned properties with dangerous overgrowth across 202 sites. Property owners must clear weeds or face enforcement; affects neighborhood safety and property values.

City sponsors 94th South Eastern Regional Conference for Alpha Kappa Alpha Soror

The city will sponsor a major conference bringing Alpha Kappa Alpha's regional leadership to town, supporting community engagement and potentially boosting local economic activity.

City amends Salvation Army services contract; $50K increase

City commits additional $50,000 to The Salvation Army for unspecified services. Details on what programs or residents benefit are not disclosed in this summary.