Regular City Council Meeting

STATEMENT OF CONDUCT OF BUSINESS All items designated as "Consent" are routine and non-controversial and will be approved by one motion. All items on the "Consent Agenda" will be announced by reading the Item Numbers only. No separate discussion of these i

G&P Convenience Store seeks off-premise beer and wine license

A new beer and wine retailer seeks approval to operate at 1313 - 14th Avenue North. If approved, the business may begin selling alcohol for off-premise consumption in the neighborhood.

Operating Authority Permit: Walker's Transportation approved for non-emergency m

Walker's Transportation gains legal authority to operate non-emergency medical transport service in the city. The permit grants a Certificate of Public Necessity and Convenience, allowing regulated passenger service operation.

City hires Juniper and Myrtle LLC for consulting services

The city is paying a consultant to develop plans and strategies. The dollar amount and scope of work are not fully disclosed in the agenda description.

Sole-source: Police get LiveView camera contract, 3 years

Police Department will deploy LiveView surveillance technology under a three-year sole-source agreement. Details on equipment count, cost, and capabilities not fully disclosed in agenda.

City approves security contract with Premier Security Solutions

The city will pay Premier Security Solutions to provide security services. Specific costs and service scope are not disclosed in the agenda item.

City funds neighborhood association training events ($5,000)

Supports local civics engagement by training neighborhood leaders who advocate for their communities at City Hall.

City funds office supplies for Neighborhood Associations ($2,500 max)

City set aside up to $2,500 per Neighborhood Association for office supplies, enabling these civic groups to operate and serve residents.

City spends $2,500 on Board of Education coordination services

City contracts with Birmingham Board of Education to coordinate services with Avondale Elementary.

City funds Five Points Alliance $2,000 for 2024 Saint Patrick's Day

City set aside $2,000 in general funds for Five Points Alliance to organize the 2024 Saint Patrick's Day event.

City funds Powderly Library Summer Reading Program with $500

Grants $500 to Birmingham Public Library Board for youth summer programs at the Powderly branch location.

Council approves $200 for trash bags at Oakwood Place

Neighborhood association gets city funding for trash supplies at Oakwood Place.

City approves $5,900 marquee sign from Steel City Creative

City is spending $5,900 to install a 6 ft 4 in × 5 ft 4 in marquee sign on public property using a sole-source contract with Steel City Creative, LLC.

Police Department gets funds for community event

City funds a BPD community engagement initiative, strengthening police-neighborhood ties through direct participation in local events.

CONSENT ITEM 20. A Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor to cause awards to be presented to individual employees of the following Departments: Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham Park and Recreation, Birmingham Fire and Rescue, Capital Projects,

City awards $77,055 storm sewer contract to Gillespie Construction

Storm sewer replacement at 509 Maple Street will improve drainage and reduce flooding risk in that area. Work begins after contract award.

Roof repairs approved for King Recreation Center: $6,168

City approves $6,168 sole-source contract with Tecta America Southeast for roof repairs at the MLK Recreation Center, a public facility serving the neighborhood.

City awards $144K roof contract to Tecta America Southeast

Carver Theatre gets a new roof after competitive bidding. Project protects a historic downtown venue from water damage and keeps it operational for performances and community events.

City awards $13,448 roof repair contract to Tecta America Southeast

Fixes critical roof damage at City Hall. Contractor was selected through competitive bidding as lowest qualified bid.

Office supplies contract awarded to ODP Business Solutions

City commits to buying office supplies from ODP Business Solutions for 10 months at set unit prices. Routine procurement on consent agenda.

City approves $592.60 payment to Graybar for HR window graphics

Human Resources Department purchases customized window graphics from vendor Graybar Electric Company, Inc. using general fund dollars.

City buys firefighter extrication equipment from KLK Fire Solutions for $28,860

Fire department receives new spreader and cutter tools for vehicle rescue operations.

City approves $3,558 collision repair payment to Rich's

Authorizes spending from the general fund to repair a city vehicle after a wreck.

City authorizes newspaper publishing for 2024 notices and ordinances

City departments need to publish legal notices, ordinances, and bids in newspapers throughout 2024. This blanket authorization lets them work with multiple newspaper vendors as needed.

Approve expense accounts for city officials

Reimburses appointed and elected officials for approved out-of-pocket spending on city business. Sets the terms for what expenses officials can charge back to taxpayers.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

City employees receive reimbursement for work-related expenses. Public records show who spent what on city business.

City approves advanced employee expense reimbursements

Employees receive reimbursement for work-related expenses paid upfront from personal funds. Routine payroll processing.

City targets 22 blighted properties for weed removal

Council declares 22 overgrown lots a public nuisance and orders them cleaned up. Neighbors of weedy properties will see action to reduce blight and potential pest/safety hazards.

Operating permit granted to Transportation One for non-emergency medical transpo

Transportation One gains authority to operate medical transport vehicles on city streets. This affects availability of non-emergency medical transport services for residents.

Budget amendment: $1,470 from Kingston to Department of Transportation

Neighborhood funds reallocated from Kingston to transportation—residents should know where their tax money is going, even in routine budget shifts.

City to purchase real property from Positive Development, LLC

City is acquiring real estate from a private developer. The purchase price and property location are not disclosed in the available information.

City awards HVAC contract to Trane U.S. Inc. for one year

City facilities will receive heating and cooling maintenance through this competitive contract. Unit prices are on file with the Purchasing Agent for public review.