Regular City Council Meeting
Executive Summary
The council will consider a $50,000 housing repair contract for District 6 that, if approved, would fund safety upgrades, plumbing, electrical, and roofing improvements for low- and moderate-income homeowners in the district. Also on the agenda are three separate citywide condemned-housing demolition contracts—with Bostic Trucking & Excavating, Swanson Enterprises, and Cornerstone Roofing—that would collectively authorize one-year agreements to demolish blighted structures and clear debris across Birmingham. The council will also take up several liquor and business license applications, including for Ralphs Listening Room, ArMoney's at 7627 1st Ave N, LA Catrina Bar, and a beer/wine license transfer for Star Food Mart, as well as a three-year renewal of the airport fire services agreement under which the Airport Authority would reimburse the city for firefighter salaries. The council will also consider roughly 30 individual demolition orders for unsafe structures across the city, a junk dealer permit for EZ Pull N Pay, a $10,267 smoke alarm battery purchase for the Fire Department, and dozens of routine budget, public works, and zoning matters.
Regular Agenda (5)
Council to consider junk dealer permit for EZ Pull N Pay at 1849 Ruffner Road
If approved, would allow IQAP dba EZ Pull N Pay to operate a junk dealership at 1849 Ruffner Road. The permit requires sign-off from police, fire, health, and planning officials.
Council to revise parking violation fines and add collection fees
Would increase fines for municipal parking violations and introduce an administrative fee for tickets sent to collection. Drivers cited for parking offenses would face higher penalties if approved.
Proposed parking violation rule changes: remove some penalties, add late-fee col
Would reduce certain parking violation penalties but create a new administrative fee for tickets unpaid after 30 days. Changes how the city collects parking fines and could affect enforcement outcomes for residents with outstanding tickets.
Airport fire services agreement up for 3-year renewal
Council would authorize a three-year agreement for BFRS to manage and staff the airport's fire station and provide aircraft rescue services. The Airport Authority would reimburse the city for firefighter salaries and overtime—ensuring airport operations are covered without net co
Consent Agenda (97)
Items expected to pass as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.
Council to consider beer/wine license transfer for Star Food Mart
If approved, would allow Angels Enterprises, LLC to operate off-premise beer and wine sales at 4313 Vanderbilt Road. This determines whether the location can legally sell packaged alcohol to residents.
Council to vote on beer and wine license for PK Groceries
If approved, PK Groceries at 2216 24th Street North would be able to sell beer and wine off-premise. The decision follows a Public Safety Committee review and public hearing process.
Restro 430, LLC liquor license application for 430 41st Street South
Council will consider whether to grant a restaurant retail liquor license for Retro at 430 41st Street South. If approved, the establishment would be authorized to serve beer and wine with food service at that location.
LA Catrina Bar seeks Lounge Retail Liquor license for 20th Street location
If approved, would grant a Class I Lounge Retail Liquor license to LA Catrina Bar, LLC to operate at 1005 20th Street South. This would authorize retail liquor sales at the location subject to state and local regulations.
Council to consider liquor license for Ralphs Listening Room
If approved, Ralphs Listening Room would be allowed to serve and sell alcohol at its venue on 2nd Avenue North. This enables the business to operate as a lounge and could affect neighborhood activity and licensing in the area.
Council to hear liquor license application for ArMoney's at 7627 1st Ave N
If approved, would grant ArMoney's, LLC a Special Retail Liquor License 160 to operate at 7627 1st Avenue North. The license allows retail sale of alcoholic beverages at that location.
Council to grant operating permit for non-emergency medical transport
If approved, On The Mark, LLC would be authorized to operate non-emergency medical transport services on Birmingham streets. This allows the company to provide transport services within the city.
Council to order removal of inoperable vehicle at 452 Price Dr
If approved, the city would remove a gray 2008 Mercedes Benz abandoned at 452 Price Dr and bill the registered owner for removal costs. The vehicle would be treated as a public nuisance.
Council to authorize removal of abandoned vehicle at 903 Barnisdale Rd
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable 2004 Toyota Corolla from 903 Barnisdale Rd and charge the registered owner for removal costs. The vehicle would be classified as a public nuisance.
Council to authorize removal of inoperable vehicle as public nuisance at 903 Bar
If approved, would allow the city to remove an inoperable 2-door Toyota Celica and charge removal costs to the vehicle's registered owner. Helps clear blight from residential areas.
Council to authorize removal of inoperable vehicle as public nuisance
Would authorize removal of an abandoned tan Cadillac Escalade from 1008 Lafayette St. If approved, removal costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner.
Council to authorize removal of inoperable vehicle at 1008 Lafayette St
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable 4-door GMC van designated a public nuisance from the property at 1008 Lafayette St. Removal costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner.
Council to remove inoperable vehicle from Lafayette Street as public nuisance
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned brown 4-door Buick from 1008 Lafayette Street and charge the vehicle's registered owner for removal costs. The vehicle is classified as a public nuisance.
$50K forgivable loan for façade improvement at 5812 1st Ave N
Would provide Honeycutt Jr. Enterprises a $50,000 forgivable Community Development Block Grant loan to improve the building façade at 5812 1st Avenue North. If approved and the business maintains the property and complies with loan terms, the loan could be forgiven after five yea
Council to authorize $50K housing repair contract for District 6
If approved, would fund home repairs—safety upgrades, plumbing, electrical, roofing—for low- and moderate-income homeowners in District 6. Would help reduce blight and raise property values in the neighborhood.
City would fund greenspace maintenance at Ruffner Mountain through 2026
Would authorize a $5,000 contract with Jefferson County Greenways Foundation to maintain the appearance, safety, and integrity of Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve for District 2 and Birmingham residents through June 2026.
City to repurchase property at 4626 Avenue V for $25,000
The City would exercise its buyback option on a property previously sold to Black & White Photography, Inc., recovering the parcel under a redevelopment agreement. This would return the land to city control.
Council to fund back-to-school book bags and supplies event
If approved, would allocate $2,000 to Grace Club CDC to provide book bags and school supplies at a Back-to-School Event on August 1, 2026. Funds come from neighborhood association budgets in Brownville and Roosevelt neighborhoods.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 3940 George Avenue SW
If approved, would direct demolition of a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Would remove a hazard from the neighborhood and potentially clear the way for property recovery or redevelopment.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe structure at 1121 Lawson Road
If approved, the city would demolish the building at 1121 Lawson Road, which has been deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would help address blight and improve safety in the neighborhood.
Council to order demolition of unsafe building at 452 Lawson Road
If approved, the city would order demolition of the structure at 452 Lawson Road, which has been determined unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would clear blight and improve neighborhood safety.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 7141 Naples Ave
If approved, the city would demolish the property and remove a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance in the neighborhood, addressing blight and potential public health risks.
Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 7321 Sparta Avenue
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would clear the blighted property and reduce neighborhood safety risks.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 2909 38th St SW
If approved, the city would demolish the structure at 2909 38th Street SW, which has been deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. This would remove a hazardous building from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 3740 Oak Avenue
If approved, would direct demolition of the structure identified as unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would address blighted property in the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 3745 Maple Ave
If approved, the building would be demolished and removed from the neighborhood. The structure has been determined unsafe and a public nuisance, which the demolition would resolve.
Council to order demolition of unsafe structure at 7432 Naples Ave
If approved, the city would demolish an unsafe building declared a public nuisance at 7432 Naples Avenue. Removal would clear a blighted property and reduce public safety risk in the neighborhood.
Council to demolish unsafe building at 740 76th Street South
If approved, the city would declare the property unsafe and a public nuisance, directing its demolition. Removal would eliminate a blighted structure in the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 5032 9th Avenue North
If approved, the city would demolish the structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would clear blight and potential hazards from the neighborhood.
Council to consider demolition of unsafe building at 1807 27th Street
If approved, the city would demolish the building at 1807 27th Street, which has been determined unsafe and a public nuisance. The demolition would remove a blighted property from the neighborhood.
Council to declare 5020 9th Ave. N unsafe and order demolition
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 5020 9th Avenue North, removing a blighted structure from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of building at 943 47th Pl N
If approved, the city would demolish a property deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal could help stabilize the neighborhood and prevent hazards to nearby residents.
Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 1724 27th Street
If approved, the property would be demolished and removed from the tax rolls. The action would address a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance in the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolishing unsafe structure at 301 Lawson Road
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 301 Lawson Road, removing a potential hazard from the neighborhood.
Council to consider demolition of unsafe building at 7033 5th Ave S
If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 7033 5th Avenue South. Removal would help clear blight in the area and improve public safety for nearby residents.
Council to order demolition of unsafe building at 7139 London Avenue
If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would address a blighted property and improve neighborhood safety and conditions in the area.
Council to order demolition of unsafe building at 4520 8th Ave
If approved, the city would demolish an unsafe structure deemed a public nuisance at 4520 8th Avenue. Removing blighted buildings can improve neighborhood safety and property values in the area.
Council to order demolition of unsafe building at 4613 8th Ave N
If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 4613 8th Avenue North. Removal would clear a blighted property and reduce hazards in the neighborhood.
Council to consider demolition of unsafe building at 4624 8th Avenue
If approved, the city would demolish the property and remove a structure declared unsafe and a public nuisance. Would eliminate a neighborhood blight concern and potential safety hazard.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 915 18th Way SW
If approved, the city would demolish the building and clear the parcel, removing a blighted property and potential public safety hazard from the neighborhood.
Council to order demolition of unsafe building at 913 18th Way SW
If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance, removing a potential hazard and blight from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 909 18th Way SW
If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 909 18th Way SW. Removal of blighted structures can improve neighborhood safety and property values in the area.
Council to order demolition of unsafe building at 908 18th Way SW
If approved, the city would remove a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. The demolition would clear the property and reduce blight in the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 1772 Peason Avenue
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. The action would remove a blighted structure from the neighborhood at 1772 Peason Avenue.
Council to declare 645 18th St SW unsafe, order demolition
If approved, the city would demolish the unsafe structure at 645 18th Street SW. Removal of blighted buildings can help stabilize neighborhoods and reduce public safety risks from deteriorated structures.
Council to demolish unsafe building at 7314 Kimberly Avenue
If approved, the city would demolish a building determined unsafe and a public nuisance. The demolition would remove a blighted structure from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 4109 9th Avenue
If approved, the city would demolish the structure at 4109 9th Avenue and remove it from the property, clearing a public safety hazard in the neighborhood.
Council to demolish unsafe building at 4113 9th Avenue
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Would remove a hazard from the neighborhood and clear the parcel for potential redevelopment or land recovery.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 4120 9th Avenue
If approved, the building would be demolished and removed from the 4120 9th Avenue property. The action targets structures deemed unsafe and a public nuisance, affecting neighborhood conditions and public safety.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 6408 Georgia Road
If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would reduce blight and potential hazards in the neighborhood.
Council to declare 6416 Georgia Road unsafe, approve demolition
If approved, the building would be demolished after being determined unsafe and a public nuisance. Removes a blighted structure from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 205 27th Street
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 205 27th Street. The action aims to remove a hazard from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 211 27th Street
If approved, the city would demolish the structure at 211 27th Street, which officials have identified as unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would address blight in the area and potential safety risks to nearby residents.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 2717 Avenue B
If approved, the city would demolish the structure at 2717 Avenue B, which has been deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. The action would clear the property and reduce blight in the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 8130 6th Avenue North
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 8130 6th Avenue North. The action would remove a blighted property from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 732 84th Place South
If approved, the city would demolish the structure, removing a declared public nuisance and unsafe building from the neighborhood. Would address blight and safety concerns in the area.
Demolition ordered for unsafe building at 3712 Mineral Avenue
If approved, the city would demolish the structure at 3712 Mineral Avenue, removing a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 3708 Willow Avenue SW
If approved, the city would demolish the structure at 3708 Willow Avenue SW, which has been determined unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would address the blighted property and associated public safety concerns in the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 3721 Pine Avenue
If approved, the city would demolish the structure at 3721 Pine Avenue, removing what officials deem an unsafe public nuisance from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 3712 Oak Avenue
If approved, the city would demolish the structure at 3712 Oak Avenue, removing a property designated as unsafe and a public nuisance from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 2712 Avenue C
If approved, the city would demolish the structure and remove a property deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Clearing blighted buildings improves neighborhood safety and opens opportunity for future development.
Council to demolish unsafe building at 3012 Avenue D
Would remove a property deemed unsafe and a public nuisance from the neighborhood. The demolition would clear the site and potentially improve safety and blight conditions on Avenue D.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 3020 Avenue D
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 3020 Avenue D, removing a blighted structure from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe structure at 1400 4th Court West
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 1400 4th Court West. Clearing blighted properties can improve neighborhood safety and open land for future development.
Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 1323 4th Court West
If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at this address. Would remove a blighted property from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 228 69th Place North
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance at 228 69th Place North. Removal would clear blight from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 2440 29th Street West
If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance, removing a blighted property from the neighborhood and freeing the site for potential redevelopment or stabilization.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 705 45th Place North
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would clear blight from the neighborhood and eliminate a hazard to residents.
Council to declare building at 2440 29th St. West unsafe, authorize demolition
If approved, the city would demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance, removing a blighted property from the neighborhood. Would clear a site for potential redevelopment or stabilization.
Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 2444 29th St W
If approved, the city would demolish the structure at 2444 29th Street West, which has been deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. This would remove a blighted property from the neighborhood.
Council to order demolition of unsafe building at 821 18th Way SW
If approved, the city would demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance, removing a hazard from the neighborhood and clearing the site for potential redevelopment or stabilization.
Council to vote on demolishing unsafe building at 820 18th Way SW
If approved, the city would demolish the building and clear the site. The action aims to remove a property declared unsafe and a public nuisance from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 821 19th Street SW
If approved, the city would demolish the building, removing a property designated as unsafe and a public nuisance from the neighborhood. The general fund would cover demolition costs.
Council to declare 820 19th Street SW unsafe and direct demolition
If approved, the building would be demolished and removed from the neighborhood. The action would address a property declared unsafe and a public nuisance, clearing the site for potential redevelopment or safety improvements.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe structure at 943 Rose Drive
If approved, would direct demolition of a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would clear blight and reduce hazards in the neighborhood.
Council to order demolition of unsafe building at 511 Omega Street
If approved, the city would demolish the building at 511 Omega Street, removing a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. This would eliminate a blighted property from the neighborhood.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 5520 Court P
If approved, the city would demolish the building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance, removing a blighted structure from the neighborhood and improving public safety in the area.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 300 Omega Street
If approved, the city would demolish the building at 300 Omega Street, declared unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal could improve neighborhood safety and property values nearby.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe structure at 5504 Avenue North
If approved, the city would demolish a building determined unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal would clear blight from the neighborhood and eliminate a potential hazard to residents.
Council to vote on demolition of unsafe building at 5313 Avenue P
If approved, the city would demolish the structure as a public nuisance and safety hazard. Would remove an unsafe building from the neighborhood.
City to award demolition contract for condemned housing citywide
The city would contract with Bostic Trucking & Excavating to demolish condemned buildings and clear debris across Birmingham over the next year. Removes unsafe structures and advance blight remediation.
Council to approve demolition services contract with CJ's Ventures for condemned
If approved, would authorize a one-year contract to demolish condemned structures and clear debris across Birmingham, removing unsafe buildings from neighborhoods and freeing city resources for site remediation and redevelopment.
Council to approve Cornerstone Roofing contract for city-wide demolition
Would authorize a 1-year contract for demolition of condemned housing and debris clearing across Birmingham. The winning competitive bid from Cornerstone Roofing would remove blighted structures under the Planning, Engineering and Permits Department.
City to contract Swanson Enterprises for city-wide condemned housing demolition
If approved, would authorize a one-year contract for demolition of condemned structures and debris removal across Birmingham. Clearing blighted properties can help stabilize neighborhoods and reduce public safety hazards from abandoned buildings.
Weed abatement fee waiver: 1700 Slayden Avenue
Would remove a special assessment charge for the property owner at 1700 Slayden Avenue (parcel 35071) who cleared weeds on the lot before the city contractor arrived. The owner would be exempted from paying for duplicate weed removal work.
Library book and supply purchase from EBSCO approved for $36,294
Would fund the Birmingham Public Library's book and supplies budget for fiscal 2025-2026, supporting collection updates and operational needs for resident access.
Payment for VFD drive repair at Negro Southern League Museum
If approved, the City would authorize $13,713 in materials and labor to repair the VFD drive system at the Negro Southern League Museum, keeping the facility operational.
Payment for HVAC parts at City Radio Shop and BPD Academy
Would authorize $21,983.50 in public funds for HVAC repair parts needed to maintain equipment at critical city facilities serving public safety and communications operations.
Council to approve $25,374 payment for air permit fees
Public Works would pay Jefferson County for Major Source Operating Permit Fees, a regulatory requirement to maintain the city's air quality compliance and operations.
Council to approve $10,267 payment for Fire Department smoke alarm batteries
Would fund replacement smoke alarm batteries for the Birmingham Fire Department, supporting fire safety equipment maintenance across the city.
Council to approve $41,665 payment for digital library access
If approved, the Birmingham Public Library would gain advance access to digital resources from Midwest Tape, LLC, expanding digital collections for residents.
Fire Dept: $17K sole-source purchase of fans from Williams Fire Apparatus
Council would authorize spending $17,050 in general funds for specialized equipment (three 24" commando fans) for Birmingham Fire and Rescue. This is a sole-source purchase, meaning only this vendor supplies the product.
Council to consider expense accounts for appointed officials
If approved, would authorize reimbursement of itemized expenses claimed by appointed city officials from the general fund. Determines what travel, meals, and other official business costs taxpayers cover.
Council to approve advanced expense accounts for city officials
Would reimburse out-of-pocket expenses already incurred by appointed and elected officials. Affects city budget allocation if approved.
Council to approve employee expense reimbursements
If approved, would authorize reimbursement of documented expenses incurred by city employees from the general fund. This ensures employee costs for city business are processed and paid.
Council to approve employee advance expense accounts
If approved, would authorize reimbursement of advanced expenses for city employees from the general fund. Affects payroll and employee cash-flow processing.
Council to declare 262 properties public nuisance for noxious weeds
City would post notice on each property and send certified mail to owners, triggering a public hearing on June 23, 2026. Property owners can object before the city proceeds with weed abatement.