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council Birmingham · Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Regular City Council Meeting

Agenda items
48
33 consent · 15 regular
Votes
24
video ocr
Total dollars
$868,264
4 items with amounts

Executive Summary

The Birmingham City Council considered several significant matters, including a second reading of a temporary moratorium on data center development citywide, a $834,613 contract with Massey Asphalt Paving for citywide alley resurfacing, and a ground lease amendment tied to the Choice Neighborhoods/Legacy at Graymont redevelopment project. The council also took up agreements with Childcare Resources, Inc. for the Reinvest Birmingham Initiative, a redevelopment deal with La Vie Chiropractique for a municipal property, and a one-year 911 dispatch services agreement with Birmingham's Emergency Communication District; public hearings were set for April 7 and April 21, 2026, to consider zoning changes affecting commercial properties and the broader Eastern Framework Plan area, respectively. The council also handled 11 public safety items, 7 budget items, and a number of other routine procurement and administrative matters.

Provisional · minutes not yet adopted
Roll call

Votes (24)

Video OCR source
Some votes on this meeting were extracted from video via OCR, not from official minutes. OCR results may contain errors — verify against the original video. Vote IDs are shown for reference if corrections are needed.
passed #1301 video OCR · high
Re: #36. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA timestamp · 100%
9–0
B. Gunn · YES D. OQuinn · YES S. Smith · YES C. Smitherman · YES J. Vasa · YES H. Williams · YES C. Woods · YES L. Tate · YES W. Alexander · YES
passed #1302 video OCR · high
Re: #36. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA timestamp · 100%
9–0
B. Gunn · YES D. OQuinn · YES S. Smith · YES C. Smitherman · YES J. Vasa · YES H. Williams · YES C. Woods · YES L. Tate · YES W. Alexander · YES
passed #1303 video OCR · high
Re: #39. P ITEM 12. An Ordinance approving and authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Redevelopment Agreement with La Vie Chiropr… timestamp · 100%
9–0
B. Gunn · YES D. OQuinn · YES S. Smith · YES C. Smitherman · YES J. Vasa · YES H. Williams · YES C. Woods · YES L. Tate · YES W. Alexander · YES
passed #1304 video OCR · high
Re: #40. P ITEM 13. An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor, upon receipt of payment in the amount of $5,476.63, to execute a quitcla… timestamp · 100%
9–0
B. Gunn · YES D. OQuinn · YES S. Smith · YES C. Smitherman · YES J. Vasa · YES H. Williams · YES C. Woods · YES L. Tate · YES W. Alexander · YES
passed #1305 video OCR · high
Re: #41. CONSENT ITEM 14. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Childcare Resources, Inc. ("Childcare … timestamp · 100%
9–0
B. Gunn · YES D. OQuinn · YES S. Smith · YES C. Smitherman · YES J. Vasa · YES H. Williams · YES C. Woods · YES L. Tate · YES W. Alexander · YES
passed #1306 video OCR · high
Re: #43. CONSENT ITEM 18. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Women's Foundation of Alabama, under w… timestamp · 80%
7–0
B. Gunn · YES D. OQuinn · YES S. Smith · YES C. Smitherman · YES J. Vasa · YES H. Williams · YES C. Woods · YES
passed #1307 video OCR · high
Re: #45. P ITEM 39. A Resolution setting a public hearing April 21, 2026, to consider the adoption of an ordinance for a change … timestamp · 100%
8–0
B. Gunn · YES D. OQuinn · YES S. Smith · YES C. Smitherman · YES J. Vasa · YES H. Williams · YES C. Woods · YES L. Tate · YES
passed #1308 video OCR · high
Re: #45. P ITEM 39. A Resolution setting a public hearing April 21, 2026, to consider the adoption of an ordinance for a change … timestamp · 100%
8–0
B. Gunn · YES D. OQuinn · YES S. Smith · YES C. Smitherman · YES J. Vasa · YES H. Williams · YES C. Woods · YES L. Tate · YES
passed #1309 video OCR · low
Re: #46. P(ph) ITEM 1. An Ordinance to consider a temporary suspension on data centers within the City, and the hearing of all i… timestamp · 30%
9–0
B. Gunn · YES D. OQuinn · YES S. Smith · YES C. Smitherman · YES J. Vasa · YES H. Williams · YES C. Woods · YES L. Tate · YES W. Alexander · YES
passed #12164 official minutes · high
Re: #37. P ITEM 10. An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a one-year Agreement between the City of Birmingham and th… text similarity · 75%
9–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12165 official minutes · high
Re: #37. P ITEM 10. An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into a one-year Agreement between the City of Birmingham and th… text similarity · 75%
9–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12166 official minutes · high
Re: #38. P ITEM 11. An Ordinance approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute certain documents in connection with the Choice … structured fact · 80%
9–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12167 official minutes · high
Re: #38. P ITEM 11. An Ordinance approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute certain documents in connection with the Choice … structured fact · 80%
10–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA MAR · YEA
passed #12168 official minutes · high
Re: #39. P ITEM 12. An Ordinance approving and authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Redevelopment Agreement with La Vie Chiropr… structured fact · 80%
9–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12169 official minutes · high
Re: #39. P ITEM 12. An Ordinance approving and authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Redevelopment Agreement with La Vie Chiropr… structured fact · 80%
9–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12170 official minutes · high
Re: #40. P ITEM 13. An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor, upon receipt of payment in the amount of $5,476.63, to execute a quitcla… text similarity · 75%
9–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12171 official minutes · high
Re: #40. P ITEM 13. An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor, upon receipt of payment in the amount of $5,476.63, to execute a quitcla… text similarity · 75%
9–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12172 official minutes · high
Re: #41. CONSENT ITEM 14. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Childcare Resources, Inc. ("Childcare … text similarity · 75%
8–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12173 official minutes · high
Re: #42. CONSENT ITEM 15. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Birmingham Promise under which Birming… structured fact · 80%
8–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12174 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12175 official minutes · high
Re: #44. P ITEM 38. A Resolution setting a public hearing April 7, 2026, to consider the adoption of an Ordinance "TO AMEND THE … structured fact · 80%
8–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12176 official minutes · high
Re: #45. P ITEM 39. A Resolution setting a public hearing April 21, 2026, to consider the adoption of an ordinance for a change … structured fact · 80%
8–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #12177 official minutes · high
Re: #46. P(ph) ITEM 1. An Ordinance to consider a temporary suspension on data centers within the City, and the hearing of all i… text similarity · 75%
9–0
Gunn · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smith · YEA Smitherman · YEA Vasa · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Tate · YEA Alexander · YEA
Business

Regular Agenda (15)

Procedural: INVOCATION: Bishop Gregory Mullins, Senior Pastor, Abraham Nest of Love Christian Church, Birmingham, Alabama
Procedural: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council Pro-Tempore LaTonya Tate
Procedural: ROLL CALL
Procedural: MINUTES NOT READY: January 6, 2026 – February 24, 2026
Procedural: COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
Procedural: ANNOUNCEMENT OF BOARDS AND AGENCIES EXPIRATIONS - April 2026
· Item number:Item #37 · 🚨 Emergency action Total cost: undisclosed

City renews 911 dispatch agreement with Birmingham Emergency Communication Distr

This agreement ensures continuous emergency call dispatch services for the city. The one-year renewal maintains 911 system operations that residents depend on during emergencies.

Counterparty: Birmingham Emergency Communication District ("Birmingham 911") Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
· Item number:Item #38 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to execute revised ground lease for Graymont housing project

City approves updated lease terms with developer Veranda at Graymont School, LP for the Choice Neighborhoods/Legacy at Graymont Project, enabling continued mixed-income housing development in the neighborhood.

Counterparty: Veranda at Graymont School, LP Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: Graymont
· Item number:Item #39 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves redevelopment deal with La Vie Chiropractique

Property will be refurbished and restored through a partnership with La Vie Chiropractique, bringing improvements to the neighborhood.

Counterparty: La Vie Chiropractique, PC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
· Item number:Item #40 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $5K

City sells property at 12th Ave N & 29th St N to Saverio Properties for $5,477

City is conveying land at the intersection of 12th Ave N and 29th St N to a private buyer, clearing title to the property. The sale generates $5,477 in city revenue.

Counterparty: Saverio Properties, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: 12th Ave N & 29th St N
· Item number:Item #44 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set April 7 on zoning change from C-2 Commercial

Zoning change could alter what businesses or uses are allowed on this property. Public hearing gives residents a chance to weigh in on neighborhood impact.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: April 7, 2026
· Item number:Item #45 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set April 21 for Eastern Framework Plan zone changes

Zoning changes proposed for Airport Hills, East Birmingham, and East La neighborhoods will reshape what can be built and how land is used. The April 21 hearing is your chance to weigh in before the city votes.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Location: Eastern Framework Plan area, Airport Hills, East Birmingham, East La Public hearing: 2026-04-21
· Item number:Item #46 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City considers temporary ban on new data centers

Data center development shapes your city's growth, tax base, and power grid. A temporary suspension pauses new projects while officials study impacts on housing costs, electricity demand, and neighborhood change.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
Procedural: OLD AND NEW BUSINESS
Procedural: REQUEST FROM THE PUBLIC
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Consent Agenda (33)

Items passed as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.

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