Regular City Council Meeting

Special Events License OK'd for Bham Be Brunch at Mimosa's on Morris

Bham Be Brunch gets a one-day special events permit for a brunch event on June 22, 2024 at 2299 Morris Avenue. This allows the event to proceed as planned.

Weed abatement: city clears nuisances, costs become property liens

The city will clear overgrown weeds and debris from neglected properties and bill the property owners; unpaid costs become liens on the properties. Affects owners of properties on the abatement list.

Budget amendment: $13,874 shifted within District 9 consulting funds

Reallocates $13,874 from District 9 consulting fees to another general fund purpose. Routine rebalancing of mid-year budget authority.

Mayor authorized to apply for and manage federal grant

This resolution enables the city to pursue federal funding, though the specific grant program, dollar amount, and purpose are not disclosed in the title. Citizens deserve clarity on what the grant funds and how it affects their community.

Axon Enterprise contract amendment: invoice schedule revision

City amends payment terms with Axon Enterprise under existing Master Services agreement. Details of the invoice schedule change are not provided in available materials.

City contracts HdL Companies for tax revenue support services

HdL Companies will help the Tax & License Division improve revenue collection and administration. Scope and cost of the agreement are not specified in available documents.

City contracts with Noble Chapel CME for $1,500 facility use

City agrees to pay Noble Chapel CME Community Development $1,500 to provide facilities for the Riley program. Details of the program and facility type are incomplete.

City licenses event with RENEW Birmingham

City approves a licensing agreement for RENEW Birmingham to host an event on city property or with city support. Details on the event type, location, and any cost to the city are not fully disclosed in the agenda.

Agreement with Penny Foundation extended to June 2025

City extends its partnership with Penny Foundation for an additional year and a half, maintaining ongoing services or support through mid-2025.

City commits $450K to Greater Birmingham Habitat for Humanity

Amendment increases the city's investment in affordable housing development through Habitat for Humanity. Supports new homes for low-income residents in the area.

Council approves $250K amendment to Create Birmingham contract

City commits $250,000 to Create Birmingham for 12 months of services. Funds public spending on this organization; details of services unclear from agenda text.

Council extends STREAM Innovations contract $130K for 12 months

City continues partnership with STREAM Innovations through a 12-month extension. Amendment modifies prior contract terms to allow continued service delivery.

Contract amendment: Urban Impact, Inc., $50K for 12 months

City commits $50,000 to Urban Impact, Inc. for ongoing services through next year. Full scope of services not detailed in the title; check the full resolution text for what residents are funding.

City approves $600 sole-source contract with Bad Boy Butch Entertainment

City commits $600 in public funds to Forrest Hardy dba Bad Boy Butch Entertainment through sole-source procurement, bypassing competitive bidding.

City authorizes $1K contract with Roosevelt Southwest Community Development Corp

City commits funds to Roosevelt Southwest Community Development Corporation for community services or infrastructure. Specific project details are not disclosed in the agenda item.

Mayor approved to spend $2,000 on 8 neighborhood meeting signs

City will purchase A-frame signs for neighborhood association meetings, supporting community engagement and gatherings across the city.

City approves $540 purchase of 20 coroplastic signs

Routine city spending from general funds for signage materials. This type of purchase maintains public infrastructure and communication needs.

Settlement: City to recover damages from GEICO for 2023 auto accident

City recovers funds for vehicle damage caused by a GEICO-insured driver's collision on July 2, 2023. Settlement amount not disclosed in agenda item.

City declares building at 600-86th St unsafe, orders demolition

Property at 600-86th Street South is being demolished after the city determined it unsafe and a public nuisance. The structure will be removed to improve neighborhood safety and property conditions.

Council orders demolition of unsafe building at 1424 10th Place South

This blighted structure will be torn down, removing a public safety hazard and clearing the parcel for potential redevelopment or neighborhood improvement.

Unsafe building at 3405 13th Ave. N ordered demolished

City will demolish a structure declared unsafe and a public nuisance. Removes a blighted property from the neighborhood.

Condemnation repair permit issued for 711 Graymont Avenue West

Property owner George Allums, Jr. can now proceed with repairs to a condemned building, allowing potential restoration or redevelopment of the address.

Condemnation repair permit approved for 824 Illinois Road

Allows property owner Sandy Whitted to repair a condemned building at 824 Illinois Road, clearing the path to bring it back into use.

Condemnation repair permit issued for 2331 34th Ave N

Property owner Thomas Nelson Murray III can now proceed with repairs to the condemned property at 2331 34th Avenue North. The permit enables remediation of code violations.

City approves $20,755 office furniture purchase from Affordable Interior Systems

City commits general funds to furnish municipal offices. Vendor selected through competitive bidding process.

Council approves $4,957 payment to AHEAD Inc. for network service

City spends $4,957 from the general fund for post-network disruption services through sole-source vendor contract via Omnia Partners Cooperative.

Council approves $35,081 emergency lighting purchase from Dana Safety Supply

City buys emergency lighting equipment through state contract. Ensures public safety infrastructure is available for emergency response.

City pays $18,477 to Division 12 Consulting for glass wall installation

General fund spending on office interior improvements. Sole-source contract without competitive bidding.

City pays $264,443 for emergency management dues

Funds emergency management operations and disaster preparedness for the city. This is the city's annual share of operational costs for Jefferson County Emergency Management.

City approves $15,534 office desk purchase from Lindsey Office Furnishings

City Attorney's office receives new office desks via competitive purchase. Routine equipment buy using general fund.

City approves $1,438.50 office chair purchase from Lindsey Office Furnishings

City Attorney's office receives new office chairs through competitive purchase process.

City releases $131K for Pratt Highway Bridge repairs

State grant funds will pay for rehabilitation work on Pratt Highway Bridge, improving safety and reducing future maintenance costs for commuters using this route.

Council approves $10,753.99 in refunds

Two refunds totaling $10,753.99 are being processed. The funding source and purpose of the refunds are not specified in the agenda.

Council approves elected officials' expense accounts

Citizens see how elected officials spend public money on travel, meals, and other official expenses. Transparency holds leaders accountable for taxpayer funds.

Council approves itemized expense reimbursement for Mayor and appointed official

Public officials' spending is on record. This vote confirms the Mayor and one appointed official's documented expenses are reimbursed from city funds.

Expense reimbursement approved for appointed official

City approves itemized expense claims for an appointed official. Specific expenses and amount are not disclosed in this summary.

Council approves Mayor's expense account reimbursement

Routine reimbursement of official expenses incurred by the Mayor. Citizens see what the city pays for elected officials' authorized travel, meals, and office costs.

Council approves advanced expense accounts for appointed officials

Appointed city officials get approval to spend from advance accounts for operating expenses. Allows officials to cover costs without waiting for reimbursement.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements from general fund

City employees' work-related expenses are reimbursed from public funds. This routine approval ensures staff can be reimbursed for travel, meals, and other approved business costs incurred while serving residents.

Council approves city employee expense reimbursements

City covers itemized work-related expenses (travel, meals, supplies) incurred by employees. Routine spending from general fund.

Council approves employee expense accounts from general fund

City employees' itemized expenses are reimbursed from public funds. Approving these accounts ensures transparency in how tax dollars cover employee costs like travel, meals, and supplies.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

City employees receive reimbursement for work-related expenses from the general fund. This routine approval ensures timely payment of legitimate business costs incurred by staff.

City approves advanced expense reimbursements for employees

Employees who paid expenses out-of-pocket for city business will be reimbursed from the general fund. This confirms the city honors its obligation to cover legitimate work costs.

Council approves advance expense reimbursement for city employees

Allows city staff to seek upfront reimbursement for work-related expenses instead of waiting for later payment. Affects cash flow for employees and city budget management.

City purchases property from Birmingham Board of Education

City acquires real estate from the school board. Details on property location, purchase price, and intended use are not provided in the available information.

Council extends $805K contract with Jones Valley Urban Farm

City commits up to $805,000 to continue funding Jones Valley Urban Farm for 12 months. Contract supports local food production and community agriculture.

City endorses Keep Birmingham Beautiful events, July 2024–June 2025

Council formally supports recurring beautification activities citywide, giving the nonprofit planning certainty for a year of community cleanup and improvement projects.

CONSENT ITEM 25. A Resolution determining that pursuant to §11-40-1 of the Code of Alabama 1975, Council Districts #1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9, quarterly meetings held July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, serves a public purpose that promotes goodwill and se