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Regular City Council Meeting

Tuesday, August 9, 2022 · 33 agenda items · 8 votes recorded

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Votes (8)

passed #2443 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
9–0
Abbott · YEA Clarke · YEA Moore · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Tate · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Smitherman · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #2444 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
9–0
Abbott · YEA Clarke · YEA Moore · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Tate · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Smitherman · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #2445 adopted official minutes · high
Consent vote — covers 2 items
  • [9] CONSENT ITEM 1. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with the State of Alabama Ballet, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 to provide the following services within the City of Birmingham: offer world class, stunnin named in vote
  • [19] CONSENT ITEM 12. A Resolution approving payment to Thompson Tractor Company, Birmingham, to purchase Caterpillar parts as needed for a period of one (1) year in accordance with Sourcewell Purchasing Program, Contract #032119-CAT, for the Equipment Managem named in vote
Pulled from consent — voted separately:
  • [12] CONSENT ITEM 4. [REVISION: CHANGE "NOT TO EXCEED $1,826,475.00" TO "NOT TO EXCEED $2,226,475.00"] A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute, for and as the act of said City, an Agreement with Building & Property Sciences, LLC (BPS), under which BPS s
  • [13] CONSENT ITEM 5. A Resolution, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §11-47-16, Code of Alabama 1975, authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with R.E.S.P.E.C.T Organization in an amount not to exceed $1,000.00, under which the Provider will provide
  • [16] CONSENT ITEM 7. [REVISION: CHANGE "NOT TO EXCEED $1,826,475.00" TO "NOT TO EXCEED $900,000.00"] A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute, for and as the act of said City, an Agreement with Slade Land Use, Environmental, and Transportation Planning,
  • [18] CONSENT ITEM 9. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits to issue a condemnation repair permit to Teresa Williams, the owner or agent of the property located at 2317 Rambow Avenue, Birmingham, which was condemned by the C
  • [20] CONSENT ITEM 13. A Resolution amending Resolution No. 228-22, adopted by the Council February 8, 2022, to correct the amount of the refund for Earthbound Holding LLC from $3,356.85 to $4,841.81, the amount having been incorrectly stated, to adjust the tot
  • [24] CONSENT ITEM 19. A Resolution finding that the following four hundred eleven (411) properties have noxious or dangerous weeds growing thereon declaring said properties to be a public nuisance and providing that notice shall be posted on each of said prope
  • [25] APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
  • [26] APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
  • [27] CONSENT ITEM 10. [CORRECTION: RECOMMENDED DENIAL BY THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE] A Resolution authorizing the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits to issue a condemnation repair permit to Sherritta Smith, the owner or agent of the property
  • [8] CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA
  • [23] CONSENT ITEM 16. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of city employees.
  • [10] CONSENT ITEM 2. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents required for the City to complete a grant with Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and the Alabama Gulf Coast High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area in the amount of $66,5
  • [11] CONSENT ITEM 3. A Resolution, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §11-47-19, Code of Alabama 1975, authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an Agreement with Alabama Symphonic Association, Inc., in order to provide free concerts. ASO will provide free tickets
  • [14] CONSENT ITEM 6. A Resolution, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §11-47-16, Code of Alabama 1975, authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with Sidewalk Film Center and Cinema, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $5,000.00, to engage children and ad
  • [15] CONSENT ITEM 6. A Resolution, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §11-47-16, Code of Alabama 1975, authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with Sidewalk Film Center and Cinema, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $5,000.00, to engage children and ad
  • [17] CONSENT ITEM 8. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with Mr. Brent Boyd d/b/a CityVision, INC, as a consultant, to provide graphic artwork and design, social media marketing, constituent communication through the use dat
  • [21] CONSENT ITEM 14. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Finance to make four (4) refunds in the total amount of $44,679.56.
  • [28] CONSENT ITEM 11. A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Trane U.S. Inc. dba Trane, Birmingham, for HVAC products and related services, as needed at the unit prices on file in the Office of the Purchasing Agent, for a period not to exceed March 31
  • [22] CONSENT ITEM 15. A Resolution approving the advanced expense accounts of elected and appointed officials.
9–0
Abbott · YEA Clarke · YEA Moore · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Tate · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Smitherman · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #2446 adopted official minutes · high
Consent vote — covers 4 items
  • [19] CONSENT ITEM 12. A Resolution approving payment to Thompson Tractor Company, Birmingham, to purchase Caterpillar parts as needed for a period of one (1) year in accordance with Sourcewell Purchasing Program, Contract #032119-CAT, for the Equipment Managem named in vote
  • [9] CONSENT ITEM 1. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with the State of Alabama Ballet, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 to provide the following services within the City of Birmingham: offer world class, stunnin named in vote
  • [13] CONSENT ITEM 5. A Resolution, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §11-47-16, Code of Alabama 1975, authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with R.E.S.P.E.C.T Organization in an amount not to exceed $1,000.00, under which the Provider will provide named in vote
  • [15] CONSENT ITEM 6. A Resolution, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §11-47-16, Code of Alabama 1975, authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with Sidewalk Film Center and Cinema, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $5,000.00, to engage children and ad consent default
Pulled from consent — voted separately:
  • [11] CONSENT ITEM 3. A Resolution, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §11-47-19, Code of Alabama 1975, authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an Agreement with Alabama Symphonic Association, Inc., in order to provide free concerts. ASO will provide free tickets
9–0
Abbott · YEA Clarke · YEA Moore · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Tate · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Smitherman · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #2447 official minutes · high
Re: #29. ITEM 17. A Resolution confirming the appointment of seven (7) members to the Art Museum of the City of Birmingham, one (… text similarity · 75%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Clarke · YEA Moore · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Tate · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Smitherman · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #2448 official minutes · high
Re: #30. P ITEM 18. A Resolution setting a public hearing September 6, 2022 to consider the adoption of an Ordinance "TO AMEND… structured fact · 80%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Clarke · YEA Moore · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Tate · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Smitherman · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #2449 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
9–0
Abbott · YEA Clarke · YEA Moore · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Tate · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Smitherman · YEA Alexander · YEA
passed #2450 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
9–0
Abbott · YEA Clarke · YEA Moore · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Tate · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Smitherman · YEA Alexander · YEA
Business

Regular Agenda (12)

Procedural: INVOCATION
Procedural: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilor LaTonya Tate
Procedural: ROLL CALL
Procedural: APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING: March 8, 22 and 29, 2022
Item number:Item #29 Total cost: undisclosed

Council appoints 7 members to Art Museum board

Fills vacancies on the Art Museum's governing board, including one seat left by Kelly Styslinger's resignation. Board appointments shape the museum's direction on programming, collections, and public access.

Counterparty: Art Museum of the City of Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Appointment board
Item number:Item #30 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set for zoning change (Case ZAC2022-00004)

City will consider changing zone boundaries for one or more parcels from R-3 (single-family residential) to another district. Zoning changes can affect property values, allowed uses, density, and neighborhood character.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Zoning Public hearing: September 6, 2022
Procedural: ADJOURNMENT
Consent calendar

Consent Agenda (21)

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

Item number:Item #9 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $25K

City agrees to pay State of Alabama Ballet $25,000 for performances

Public funds support cultural programming and arts access in Birmingham. The contract provides world-class ballet performances to residents.

Counterparty: State of Alabama Ballet, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #10 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $665

City secures $66,500 federal drug-trafficking grant from ALEA

Federal funding supports local law enforcement operations targeting high-intensity drug trafficking in the Alabama Gulf Coast region.

Counterparty: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and the Alabama Gulf Coast High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #11 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Alabama Symphonic Association for free concerts

Residents gain access to free symphonic performances through a new agreement with ASO. No direct cost to the city.

Counterparty: Alabama Symphonic Association, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #12 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $2.2M

BPS contract amendment raises spending cap to $2.23M

City increases Building & Property Sciences contract by $400,000. Amendment details not fully visible in truncated agenda item.

Counterparty: Building & Property Sciences, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract amendment
Item number:Item #13 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $1K

City funds R.E.S.P.E.C.T Organization contract for $1,000

City commits $1,000 to R.E.S.P.E.C.T Organization for services under a sole-source agreement.

Counterparty: R.E.S.P.E.C.T Organization Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #14 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $5K

City funds Sidewalk Film Center $5,000 for youth engagement

City commits $5,000 to support youth programs through Sidewalk Film Center and Cinema, Inc., a no-bid agreement.

Counterparty: Sidewalk Film Center and Cinema, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #15 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $5K

City approves $5,000 agreement with Sidewalk Film Center

Agreement with Sidewalk Film Center and Cinema, Inc. to engage children in film education and cultural programming. Funding amount is $5,000.

Counterparty: Sidewalk Film Center and Cinema, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #16 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $1.8M

City hires Slade Planning for consulting, caps spending at $900K

City commits up to $900,000 to consultant Slade for land use and transportation planning work. Taxpayer funds go to external planning expertise rather than in-house staff.

Counterparty: Slade Land Use, Environmental, and Transportation Planning Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #17 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City hires CityVision for graphic design and social media

City will contract with Brent Boyd's firm for in-house design, social media, and constituent communications. Details on contract duration and cost were cut off in the agenda text.

Counterparty: Mr. Brent Boyd d/b/a CityVision, INC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #18 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Repair permit issued for condemned property at 2317 Rambow Avenue

Property owner Teresa Williams can now proceed with repairs to bring the condemned building back into compliance. This allows the structure to be restored and returned to use.

Counterparty: Teresa Williams Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 2317 Rambow Avenue, Birmingham
Item number:Item #19 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

City approves 1-year Caterpillar parts contract with Thompson Tractor

City equipment will have steady access to replacement parts through a competitively selected vendor agreement.

Counterparty: Thompson Tractor Company, Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $5K

Refund correction: Earthbound Holding LLC receives $4,841.81

City corrects previous overpayment error by increasing refund to Earthbound Holding LLC. The original 2022 refund amount was understated and is now being adjusted upward.

Counterparty: Earthbound Holding LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #21 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $45K

City refunds $44,680 to four recipients

General fund pays back $44,680 in overcharges or excess payments to residents or vendors.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #24 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

411 properties declared nuisance for noxious weeds; notices to be posted

Properties with dangerous weeds that threaten public health and neighborhood safety will be flagged for abatement. Property owners will receive notice and be required to address the violation or face further city action.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #27 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Condemnation repair permit approved for Sherritta Smith property

Property owner gets city approval to repair a condemned building. This allows the structure to be brought back into compliance and potentially returned to use.

Counterparty: Sherritta Smith Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #28 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

City awards HVAC contract to Trane for products and services

City locks in pricing for heating, cooling, and air handling equipment through March 31. Covers routine maintenance and repairs across municipal buildings.

Counterparty: Trane U.S. Inc. dba Trane, Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
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