Regular City Council Meeting

Lounge liquor license for Mickey's Place, 1720 Avenue D

Council will decide whether to grant Yekcim & Yar, LLC a retail lounge liquor license for Mickey's Place in Ensley. The decision affects whether the business can sell alcohol and what regulations will apply.

J.D. & H. Enterprises seeks restaurant liquor license for The Goose

Application for a new restaurant liquor license at 4100 4th Avenue South. Council will hear from interested parties and decide whether to grant the license.

Special Events License issued for "A Novel Tasting" at Central Library

Friends Foundation hosts literary-themed event at Central Library on April 7. Public can attend fundraiser for library programming and collections.

TLT Interiors gets special events license for April 27 event

Event venue at 1218 2nd Avenue North approved to host WellHouse Style Event. License allows the location to operate as a special events space on the specified date.

Special assessment for weed abatement on blighted properties

City is charging property owners for clearing noxious weeds on their land, following a 2018 declaration. Owners will receive bills to recover abatement costs.

Special assessment for weed abatement on blighted properties

Property owners will face a special assessment to cover costs of removing dangerous weeds from blighted parcels in the city. This is a lien against specific properties to recover city cleanup expenses.

Special assessment: weed abatement charges on properties

Property owners will receive special assessments to cover the cost of removing noxious or dangerous weeds from their land, declared necessary by city resolution in 2018.

Weed abatement assessment on blighted properties

City assesses property owners for cost of clearing noxious weeds from their land. Owners will receive bills for abatement work declared necessary under a 2018 city resolution.

Special weed-abatement assessments set for blighted properties

Property owners will face special assessments to cover costs of removing noxious weeds from their land. Specific properties and amounts are listed in the attached resolution.

Weed abatement special assessment levied on blighted properties

Property owners with noxious or dangerous weeds will be assessed cleanup costs. This follows a 2018 declaration and gives the city a way to recover abatement expenses from negligent landowners.

Special assessment for weed abatement on blighted properties

City will charge property owners for cleanup costs of noxious weeds on their land. Affected owners will receive notice and have opportunity to be heard.

Special assessment: weed abatement charges for multiple properties

Property owners will face charges to cover city costs for clearing noxious weeds from their lots. Assessment details and affected addresses appear to be listed separately in the full resolution.

Weed abatement: special assessment approved for blighted properties

City will levy charges against property owners who failed to clear noxious weeds, recovering abatement costs from those responsible rather than taxpayers.

Weed abatement special assessment hearing scheduled

City is collecting fees from property owners for weed removal work completed under 2018 authority. Affected owners will have a hearing to contest the assessment.

Special weed-abatement assessment on unnamed properties

Property owners may face assessment charges for weed removal on their land. Details on affected parcels and cost amounts are not provided in this agenda item.

Special assessment imposed for weed abatement

Property owners will be assessed costs to remove noxious or dangerous weeds from their land, as declared by prior city action in 2019.

Budget amendment: $2,137.50 moved to capital improvements

Reallocates travel funds from District 1 administrative budget to support capital improvement projects.

City authorizes transit agreement with BJCTA for bus and paratransit service

This agreement governs how buses and paratransit service operate throughout Birmingham. The terms set service quality, routes, and accessibility standards that affect daily commuting for transit-dependent residents.

City expands street outreach services through $11.2K contract amendment with Fam

Additional funding extends street outreach services to support homeless and vulnerable residents on city streets.

City accepts street dedications at Crossroads Commerce Center

DP Industrial Partners' expansion adds new streets and public grounds to the city's inventory. Once accepted, the city becomes responsible for maintaining these roads and alleys.

CONSENT ITEM 29. A Resolution, pursuant to Section 100 of the Constitution of the State of Alabama, and the provisions of §2-3-27 of the General Code of the City of Birmingham, 1980, as amended, authorizing the City Attorney, upon her recommendation to s

Settlement: City pays compromised amount in Richardson litigation

City General Fund pays settlement to resolve Terrence Richardson's claim. Dollar amount not disclosed in public agenda.

CONSENT ITEM 31. A Resolution, pursuant to Section 100 of the Constitution of the State of Alabama, and the provisions of §2-3-27 of the General Code of the City of Birmingham, 1980, as amended, authorizing the City Attorney, upon her recommendation to s

City Attorney authorized to settle work-duty claims

This lets the City Attorney settle lawsuits over alleged workplace injuries or employment disputes without returning to Council. No dollar amount is specified in the title.

City Attorney authorized to settle work-duty claims

City may pay damages for alleged workplace injuries or disputes. The settlement amount and counterparty details are not public in this agenda item.

City settles lawsuit filed by Patricia Scarbrough

Resolves legal claim against the city. Settlement terms not disclosed in the agenda title.

Property owner billed $5,673 for unsafe building demolition

City demolished an unsafe structure at 1628 Jefferson Avenue and is assessing the cost to the property owner. This is how Birmingham recovers demolition expenses for blighted buildings.

City charges property owner $6,111 for unsafe building demolition

Property owner at 5904 Patton Avenue will be billed $6,111.28 to recover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe structure. The charge becomes a special assessment against the property.

Special demolition assessment of $3,754 set against 1722 Jefferson Ave

Property owner at 1722 Jefferson Avenue will be billed $3,754.12 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the site.

Special assessment: $9,038 demolition cost at 317–25th St SW

Property owner will be billed $9,038.44 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building at this address. The assessment becomes a lien on the property until paid.

Special assessment: $3,415 demo cost for 200 9th St SW

Property owner at 200 9th Street SW will be billed $3,415.36 for the city's cost to demolish an unsafe building on the site.

City charges property owner $4,509.68 for demolition of unsafe building at 204–9

Unsafe building demolished and cost assessed to owner. Property holder now owes the city the demolition expense as a special assessment against the parcel.

Special assessment: $1,989 demolition cost for 90-14th Street West

Property owner at 90-14th Street West is billed $1,989 for the city's cost to demolish an unsafe building. The owner must pay this assessment.

Special assessment: $2,845 demolition cost at 905 Mason Avenue

Property owner at 905 Mason Avenue will be charged $2,845.16 to cover the city's cost to demolish an unsafe building. The cost becomes a special tax assessment against the property.

Special assessment: $2,155 demolition cost at 925 Mason Ave

Property owner at 925 Mason Avenue will be charged $2,155.28 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building. This cost is assessed directly against the property.

City recovers $7,746 demolition cost from 718 New Hill Place

Property owner at 718 New Hill Place will be assessed $7,745.60 to cover the city's cost to demolish an unsafe building. The assessment becomes a lien on the property.

Property owner assessed $3,009 for building demolition at 719 New Hill Place

A property owner at 719 New Hill Place in Brighton will be billed $3,008.80 through a special tax assessment to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe structure on the site.

Special assessment: $4,306.80 charge for demolished building at 705 New Hill Ave

Property owner at 705 New Hill Avenue will be billed $4,306.80 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe structure on their lot.

Property owner billed $5,113 for unsafe building demolition at 841 Washington Av

The city is charging the property owner for demolishing an unsafe structure and will impose a special assessment—a lien against the property if unpaid—to recover the $5,113 cost.

Special assessment: $2,603.88 charged to 6120 Ellington Street for demolition

Property owner at 6120 Ellington Street will be charged $2,603.88 to cover demolition costs for an unsafe building. The cost becomes a special tax assessment on the property.

Special assessment: $4,867 demolition cost at 328 Templeton Road

Property owner at 328 Templeton Road must pay $4,867.28 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the lot.

Special assessment bill: $7,945 for demo of 7943 Rugby Avenue

Property owner at 7943 Rugby Avenue is now responsible for $7,945.44 in demolition costs through a special assessment on their tax bill. This amends a 2021 assessment.

City awards $83K sidewalk contract to Gillespie Construction

Park Place neighborhood sidewalks will be repaired. Gillespie Construction won the competitive bid at $83,000.50.

City awards ambulance stretcher fastener maintenance contract to EMSAR

Ensures emergency medical equipment stays in working order through a one-year service agreement with routine maintenance provider.

Buffalo Electric Supply wins bid for street lighting poles

City locks in unit pricing for replacement street lighting poles as needed. Competitive bid process ensures cost control for ongoing roadway maintenance.

Council awards roadway lighting supply contract to Graybar Electric

City secures ongoing supplies of street lighting poles and parts at negotiated unit prices, ensuring reliable maintenance and repair of public lighting infrastructure.

Dell Marketing awarded technology solutions contract

City commits funds for IT equipment and services over the next year through a competitive bid process.

City awards pool chemicals contract to Leslie's Poolmart

City approves one-year supply contract for pool chemicals at competitive bid prices. Keeps municipal pools operational at predetermined costs.

City pays $3,966 to Advance Stores for Equipment Management tools

Routine purchase of small tools for city equipment maintenance, funded from the general fund.

Council approves $50 for 7th Annual Congressional Dinner

City Council registration fee for annual networking dinner hosted by Alabama League of Municipalities.

Fire truck repairs: $11,938 to Emergency Equipment Professionals

City funds ladder and brake repairs for Pierce fire truck equipment. Keeps emergency vehicle maintenance on schedule.

City pays $1,575 to Jones & Bartlett Learning for AEMT exam access

Routine vendor payment for emergency medical technician (AEMT) exam platform licensing used by City Council Administration.

City approves $2,830 vehicle repair payment to J.W. Auto Body

General fund pays collision repair supplement for city equipment fleet vehicle. Routine maintenance expense.

Fire Rescue buys slide-out units and cargo platforms from Extendobed for $37,176

Birmingham Fire and Rescue gets new heavy-duty equipment to expand vehicle cargo capacity and improve response efficiency.

Equipment Management buys three 22-ton floor jacks from Napa for $2,031

City spends $2,031 from general funds on maintenance equipment for Equipment Management.

City pays Paul Pierce Auto $1,650 for vehicle wreck repair

Vehicle 154320's repair is funded and completed through Equipment Management. Routine maintenance expense approved on consent.

City approves $450 wreck repair payment to Quick Motors

Equipment Management repairs city vehicle #184379 after damage. Routine maintenance cost from general fund.

Council approves $2,850 to Vulcan, Inc. for sign brackets

City replenishes inventory supplies for Central Stores Warehouse to keep sign materials in stock for ongoing operations.

Council approves $138,028 in refunds

Four refunds totaling $138,028 are being processed. Details on who receives the refunds and the reason are not provided in this agenda item.

City approves $365 expense reimbursement for Deputy Director Bowser

Deputy Director of Public Information receives advanced expense account reimbursement from city general fund.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

City employees receive reimbursement for authorized work-related expenses. The itemized account is public record of how taxpayer funds cover employee business costs.

City approves advanced expense account for employee

Reimburses or authorizes an employee to draw funds upfront for city business expenses. Ensures the worker isn't out-of-pocket for travel, supplies, or other official costs.

CONSENT ITEM 73. A Resolution determining that the Man-Up Breakfast, to be held on or around June 1 - 30, 2022 for the general public in District 1, serves a public purpose that promotes goodwill and serves a public interest, and authorizing and empowerin

CONSENT ITEM 74. A Resolution determining that the Magic City High School Football Showcase, to be held on or around July 1 - August 31, 2022 for the general public in District 1, serves a public purpose that promotes goodwill and serves a public interest

City declares 49 properties public nuisance for overgrown weeds

Owners of these 49 properties will receive notice to clear dangerous weeds or face city abatement and potential liens. Clears hazards that harbor pests, create fire risk, and degrade neighborhoods.

City declares 82 properties public nuisance for noxious weeds

Property owners must clear weeds or face enforcement action; city can abate the nuisance and bill owners for costs. Clears overgrown lots that attract blight.

Weed abatement costs assessed as liens on blighted properties

City will clear overgrown weeds from vacant or neglected properties and bill owners for the cleanup; unpaid costs become liens on the properties.

Dance permit hearing set for Mickeys Place, Ensley

City will hear public comment on a dance-club license for 1720 Avenue D. Approval affects liquor and entertainment operations in the Ensley neighborhood.

Settlement: City to pay judgment to plaintiff

City will spend public funds to settle a legal claim. Specific dollar amount and case details are incomplete in the public record.

City to pay court judgment to plaintiff

The city is settling a lawsuit by paying a court-ordered judgment from the general fund. Specifics on the claim and amount are not disclosed in this item.