Regular City Council Meeting

Weed abatement costs levied against blighted properties

City removes nuisances from vacant properties and collects costs through property liens. Affects owners of the abated parcels.

Special weed-abatement assessment against properties

Property owners may face a special assessment to cover city costs for clearing noxious weeds. Check if your property is listed — you'll have a chance to be heard.

Special assessment: weed abatement costs charged to property owners

Property owners may face charges to recover costs of city weed removal ordered under a 2022 council decision. Check if your property is listed and review any assessment notice.

Special assessment issued for weed abatement on city properties

Property owners may face charges for noxious weed removal on their land, as authorized under a 2022 council resolution. Check if your address is affected.

City assesses property owners for weed abatement costs

Property owners will receive bills for the cost of clearing noxious weeds from their land, following the city's abatement work authorized in 2022. Check your mail if your property was flagged for overgrown vegetation.

Special weed-abatement assessment imposed on properties

City is levying a special assessment against property owners to cover costs of removing noxious or dangerous weeds. Property owners will receive a bill for cleanup expenses on their property.

Weed abatement: special assessment imposed on property owners

Property owners declared in violation of weed ordinance must pay city costs for removing noxious or dangerous vegetation. Assessment amounts and affected properties will be listed in full resolution.

City assesses property owners for weed abatement costs

Property owners will receive bills to recover costs the city spent clearing noxious weeds from their land under a 2019 council decision.

Special assessment for weed abatement on multiple properties

Property owners will face special assessments to cover the cost of removing noxious or dangerous weeds declared a public safety hazard in 2020. The city is pursuing payment from affected landowners.

Sole-source ad contract: BGrace Media, $113K for COVID-19 crisis management

City spends $113K with BGrace Media for ad placement and COVID-19 crisis messaging without competitive bidding. Sole-source contracts merit public awareness of vendor selection and cost.

Council authorizes Mayor to execute agreement with Brenda's Brown Bosom Buddies,

City commits funds to a contract with a private organization, though the specific dollar amount and purpose are not fully disclosed in the available text.

City partners with Childcare Resources to help families find childcare

City families will gain access to free childcare referral and navigation assistance through Childcare Resources, making it easier to find licensed care options.

City approves $2,500 community outreach grant to Miracle Mullen Downs Foundation

City funds nonprofit community outreach program through general fund allocation. Agreement caps spending at $2,500.

City spends $2,500 on Druid Hills Christmas tree lighting

Funds holiday decorations and event setup at Druid Hills, enhancing the neighborhood's seasonal gathering space.

Building demolition cost: $3,626 special assessment on 25th Street West

Property owner at 2005 25th Street West faces a $3,626 bill to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the site.

Property owner charged $12,221.68 for demolition of unsafe building at 1633 8th

If you own the property at 1633 8th Avenue West, you'll be assessed this demolition cost. The city removed an unsafe structure and is passing the expense to the property owner.

Special assessment: $2,964.40 for demolition at 2212 10th Place, Pratt City

Property owner at 2212 10th Place will be charged $2,964.40 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the lot.

City assesses $8,408 demolition cost to 388 3rd Street property owner

Property owner at 388 3rd Street will be billed $8,408 to recover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building. The cost becomes a lien against the property until paid.

Property owner billed $4,937 for demolition of unsafe building at 3001 Avenue H

The city demolished an unsafe structure at this address and is now charging the property owner for the cost. Property owners in Birmingham should be aware of demolition charges that may appear on their tax bill or property records.

Property owner billed $6,015.84 for demolition at 1214 Avenue G

Owner of 1214 Avenue G will be charged $6,015.84 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building. The cost becomes a special property tax assessment against the lot.

Special assessment: $6,170 demolition cost assigned to 2915 Pike Road

Property owner at 2915 Pike Road will be billed $6,170.48 for the city's cost to demolish an unsafe building on the site. The assessment becomes a lien on the property.

City charges property owner $5,776 for unsafe building demolition at 513 Cambrid

The cost of tearing down an unsafe structure on Cambridge Street in Wylam will be billed to the property owner as a special assessment. This recovers public safety expenses from the responsible party.

Special assessment: $5,571 demolition cost for 6218 2nd Ave South

Property owner at 6218 2nd Avenue South is assessed $5,571 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building on their lot.

Condemnation repair permit issued for 2021 19th Court North

City authorizes repairs to a condemned property at 2021 19th Court North. The permit lets Morfaith Opportunity Zone, LLC address code violations or damage to bring the building into compliance.

Condemnation repair permit issued to 705 Graymont Avenue West

Property owner James Jordan gets approval to repair the condemned building at 705 Graymont Avenue West. Repair permits let owners remediate code violations and return properties to usable condition.

Repair permit issued for condemned property at 5601 Terrace J

Owner Calvin Brown can now repair and potentially restore the condemned building at 5601 Terrace J, moving the property toward removal from the city's condemned list.

City renews mower parts contract with Advanced Mower

Keeps city equipment repair and maintenance operational at competitive rates. Covers parts for multiple mower groups across parks and grounds operations.

City renews mower repair-parts contract with Rent One, LLC

Parks and grounds equipment will continue to get timely repairs at set unit prices. Renewing this vendor contract keeps maintenance costs predictable and equipment operating smoothly.

City approves Dell products and services via ConvergeOne cooperative bid

Establishes master agreement for Dell IT equipment and services through a competitive state cooperative procurement. Enables standardized purchasing of computers, software, and IT support for city operations.

Council awards housing rehab contract to Home Shield, Birmingham

City awards contract to rehabilitate residential properties; affects 7 cases in ongoing housing restoration program (FY20-154, 155, 157, 161, 163, 164, 169, 171).

Council awards CRGP housing rehabilitation contract to Kennedy Development Prope

City approves bid to rehabilitate residential properties under three housing cases. Specific project scope and dollar amount stored in Purchasing office records.

Council awards housing rehab contracts to Providential Remodeling

City invests in rehabilitation of existing homes through Community Reinvestment and Growth Program (CRGP). Nine homes across multiple case numbers benefit from this competitive contract award.

Contract awarded to ReDesigned Living for CRGP housing rehabilitation

City selects contractor to rehabilitate homes under Community Revitalization Grant Program; residents in qualifying areas may access affordable housing repairs.

Council awards CRGP housing rehab contract to Slate Industrial

City funds housing rehabilitation across seven properties. Projects improve neighborhood conditions and home values in target areas.

Council renews medical waste disposal contract with West Med

Ensures reliable medical waste collection and disposal for city facilities. Contract renewal maintains continuity of essential services at competitive bid rates.

Weed abatement: 2612 20th Avenue removed from special assessment

Property owner at 2612 20th Avenue no longer owes the city's special weed-abatement fee, likely because the property has been cleared or the original noxious-weed problem resolved.

City accepts Schnitzer Steel property dedication

The city formally accepts a dedicated right-of-way or easement on the Schnitzer Steel parcel following subdivision approval. This clears the way for public access or infrastructure use on the property.

City pays Black Market Magazine $28K for ads in special editions

City commits $28,000 to advertising in a local magazine's special editions, a routine media spending decision on the consent agenda.

Council approves elected officials' expense accounts

City spending on elected and appointed officials' expenses—travel, meals, office supplies, professional development—becomes public record. This approval vote ensures transparency over how taxpayers fund official operations.

Approve advance expense accounts for appointed city officials

Sets spending authority for officials' out-of-pocket expenses before reimbursement, ensuring continuity of city operations.

CONSENT ITEM 52. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of city employees.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

Routine approval of city employee advanced expense accounts for reimbursement from the general fund.

City sponsors Birmingham Legion soccer for 2023–2024 seasons

City commits public resources to support professional soccer matches. Dollar amount not disclosed in agenda.

City approves Housing Investment Partnerships agreement with Housing Reinvestmen

City enters partnership with Housing Reinvestment Corp to develop and finance affordable housing programs. Specifics on funding, locations, and units affected are not yet public.

City partners with RPCGB to oversee American Rescue Plan jobs grant

This agreement lets the Regional Planning Commission manage federal Good Jobs Challenge funding aimed at creating or supporting employment in your area. Partnership arrangement typically has no direct cost to the city.

$30,731 small business loan from federal grant approved

City commits federal Community Development Block Grant funds to support a small business loan. Strengthens local economic opportunity.

Council awards $208.7K audio-visual contract to Barbizon Charlotte

City commits $208,720 in public funds to Barbizon Charlotte for audio-visual equipment without competitive bidding.

City approves $13,366 sole-source purchase of embroidered uniforms from Highland

City commits $13,366 in public funds to Highland Park Golf for embroidered uniform items under sole-source procurement rules.

City approves $11,000 acrylic sheeting purchase from Polymershapes

City facilities will receive acrylic sheeting supplies for maintenance and upgrades managed by Community Development.

City approves $18,984 annual dues for Alabama Big Ten Mayors Association

Annual membership in this regional mayors organization. City commits general fund dollars to participate in peer networking and advocacy on municipal policy.