Council will consider changes to Birmingham's zoning ordinance general provisions. The specific amendments are not detailed in the agenda, but approval would modify rules governing land use citywide once implemented.
If approved, the property at 101 Sayreton Drive would be rezoned from industrial (landfill/mining) to light manufacturing, allowing construction of a convenience store with drive-through. Would change land use in the area.
The appointee will serve on the board overseeing Birmingham's parks and recreation programs through October 2026, influencing decisions on facilities, programming, and community access to parks.
Items passed as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable 2003 Nissan Xterra from the neighborhood and charge removal costs to the vehicle's registered owner. This addresses blight and public nuisance concerns.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned white 2-door Ford E-150 from 333 16th Ave SW and charge the registered owner for removal costs. Clearing the vehicle would reduce blight in the neighborhood.
If approved, would authorize removal of an abandoned gray Chevrolet Impala at 333 16th Ave SW. Removal costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner. The vehicle is classified as a public nuisance.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned gold 2002 Toyota 4Runner from 333 16th Ave SW and charge removal costs to the registered owner. The removal would eliminate a public nuisance in the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable 2008 Honda Odyssey (gray, VIN 5FNPL286688081365) parked at 333 16th Ave SW and assess removal costs to the registered owner. Would address a neighborhood public nuisance.
Would authorize removal of an inoperable gray Ford Explorer listed as a public nuisance. The costs of removal would be charged to the vehicle's registered owner.
If approved, the city would remove a non-functional 2-door Chevrolet 2500 from the property and charge removal costs to the registered owner. Would help reduce blight and public nuisance conditions in the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable white Honda Odyssey from 6217 Crest Green Rd and bill the registered owner for removal costs, reducing blight in the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned white Chevrolet Caprice from the property and charge the vehicle's registered owner for removal costs, reducing blight in the neighborhood.
If approved, would remove an inoperable 2005 Lincoln Town Car declared a public nuisance at this address. The registered owner would be assessed removal costs.
If approved, would authorize removal of an abandoned white 2-door van classified as a public nuisance. Removal costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner.
If approved, would authorize removal of an abandoned white FedEx van declared a public nuisance. Removal costs would be assessed to the vehicle's registered owner.
If approved, would remove an inoperable yellow 2-door Chevrolet van declared a public nuisance. Removal costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner. The decision would allow the property to be cleared of the abandoned vehicle.
Would authorize cleanup of overgrown lots and abandoned properties across Birmingham neighborhoods. Abatement costs would become liens on affected properties, potentially forcing remediation or tax consequences for owners.
If approved, would fund Bare Hands Gallery to establish and operate a cultural arts facility with public programming in District 4 through June 2026. Uses discretionary funds from District 4 allocation.
Would direct $20,000 of District 3 funds to the Birmingham Botanical Gardens to provide science and nature workshops for families through June 2026 if approved.
If approved, the City would increase annual support to the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute by $500,000 in fiscal year 2026. The funds would support the institute's operations and programming.
If approved, the city would provide $500 in District 8 discretionary funds for free music classes through June 2026. The program aims to improve academic performance, foster creativity, and build workforce skills like critical thinking and teamwork among young people in the distr
If approved, the city would provide $1,000 in District 8 discretionary funds to support youth arts training in dance, improvisation, hip hop, and contemporary performance through The Files Arts Project.
Council would authorize a 13-month water quality testing contract for stormwater management. The testing helps ensure the city meets federal and state environmental standards required by the EPA and ADEM.
If approved, would commit $50,000 (split between Districts 3 and 4 discretionary funds) to fund community educational workshops and exhibits by Jones Valley Teaching Farm for families and youth through June 2026. Would focus on food-based learning for healthy community developmen
If approved, the city would fund Never Go Broke, Inc. to deliver financial education workshops and money-management training to students through June 2026 using District 8 discretionary funds. Would equip young people with tools for informed financial decision-making.
Would fund fresh produce distribution to Birmingham residents without reliable access to fruits and vegetables through June 2026. $7,500 from District 2 and $3,500 from District 5 discretionary budgets.
Would provide regular upkeep and repairs to bike stands in District 5, keeping the cycling infrastructure functional through June 2026 if approved.
District 8 funds would support summer theatre education for students, focusing on teamwork, literacy, and public speaking skills through June 2026.
If approved, the city would provide $36,800 in sponsorship funds to bring the Junior Olympic National Championship to Birmingham's CrossPlex Natatorium in June-July 2027. The event would host swimmers ages 12 and under competing for national titles and is expected to generate eco
If approved, the city would hire a consultant to survey 367 unexamined properties in Avondale Park and Forest Park for potential historic district protection. The state grant would fund the work with no cost to the city budget.
If approved, would enable Birmingham to transform vacant lots into community assets through a resident-led program funded by Johns Hopkins. No local match required.
If approved, the city would pay $100,000 to settle a civil claim brought by Carlton Tyler Williams against the city. The settlement would use general funds.
If approved, the city would pay $20,000 from the general fund to settle Fransesta Sloan's affidavit of claim. Funds come from city reserves and require no additional appropriation.
If approved, the property owner would be assessed $25,033.36 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe structure. The assessment would be placed against the property.
If approved, the property owner at 7120 6th Court South would be assessed $6,825.28 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the site.
If approved, the property owner at 8207 82nd Street South would be billed $9,283.44 to recover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building on the lot.
If approved, the owner of 410 80th Street North would be required to pay a special tax assessment of $12,970.60 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe structure on the property.
If approved, the property owner would be assessed $14,171 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building on the site. The owner would be liable for this special assessment on their tax bill.
Property owner would be responsible for repaying the city $8,947.40 for demolishing an unsafe building at this address if approved. The cost would be assessed against the property.
If approved, the property owner at 5532 Yellow Wood Avenue would be responsible for paying the city $6,244.80 to recover the cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the lot.
If approved, would place a special assessment of $13,621.88 on the property at 813 4th Terrace West to recover demolition costs for an unsafe structure. The property owner would be responsible for this amount.
If approved, would charge the property owner $4,596.80 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe structure at this address.
If approved, the property owner would be assessed $5,111.60 to cover the cost of demolishing an unsafe building on their lot. The special assessment would be charged against the property.
The property owner would be charged $6,258.80 to recover the city's demolition costs for the unsafe structure. If approved, the assessment would be levied against the property at 1731 1st Place South.
If approved, the property owner at 509 Irving Street would be charged $5,614.24 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the parcel. The special assessment would be levied against the property.
If approved, the property owner would be responsible for paying $9,430 to cover the city's cost for demolishing the unsafe building at this Ensley address. The assessment would be charged against the property.
Would charge the property owner $6,877.44 to recover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building at 2717 Avenue J. If approved, the owner becomes liable for the demolition expense.
Would charge the property owner $9,324 to recover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building at this address. Property owners pay via special tax assessment.
If approved, would charge the property owner $4,067.68 for the city's cost to demolish an unsafe building at 1300 Avenue S. The special assessment would be added as a lien against the property.
If approved, property owner would be assessed $11,926 to cover demolition costs for an unsafe building. The cost becomes a lien against the property unless paid.
If approved, the property owner at 4260 Richard Arrington Boulevard would be charged $6,589.84 to cover the city's cost of tearing down an unsafe structure. The fee would appear as a special assessment against the property.
If approved, property owner at 1849 47th Street would be assessed $7,071 to cover demolition costs for the unsafe building. The assessment would become a lien against the property.
If approved, the property owner at 2229 Wesley Avenue SW would be charged $19,940 to recover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building on the site.
If approved, would impose a special assessment of $10,127.20 against the property owner to recover demolition costs for the unsafe structure. The property owner would be responsible for this debt.
If approved, would impose an $11,315.36 special tax bill against the property owner to recover demolition costs for the unsafe building at this address.
If approved, the property owner would be required to pay $6,562.40 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the lot. This recovers public funds spent on the demolition.
If approved, the property owner would be billed $10,123.20 to recover the city's demolition cost for removing an unsafe building at this address.
If approved, would charge the property owner $8,027.60 to recover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe structure. The assessment becomes a lien against the property.
If approved, the property owner would be charged $8,183.20 to cover demolition costs of an unsafe building at this address. The assessment would become a lien against the property.
If approved, the property owner at 1117 Alabama Ave SW would be assessed $11,914 to cover the city's costs for demolishing the unsafe structure. The owner would be responsible for repaying this amount.
If approved, the property owner at 1120 Alabama Avenue SW would be assessed $9,507.40 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the site.
Property owner would be assessed $6,685.60 to cover the city's cost of demolishing the unsafe building. If approved, the amount would be a lien against the property until paid.
If approved, the property owner at 1803 19th Street would be charged $6,553.20 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building. The assessment would become a lien against the property.
If approved, the property owner at 1783 McMillon Avenue would be billed $12,677.80 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building on the site. The cost would be levied as a special assessment against the property.
Would fund an urgent electrical panel upgrade needed to operate a new breathing apparatus compressor at Fire Station #20 in Ensley, supporting firefighter safety equipment.
Council would approve a $105,871 contract to repair the sewer lateral at Carver Theater (1631 4th Avenue North). The work would address critical infrastructure at a historic downtown venue.
If approved, the city would spend FY2025-2026 budget funds on pesticides, fertilizers, and soil amendments for public grounds maintenance through Clarke Mosquito Control Products, which submitted the lowest qualifying bid.
If approved, the city would purchase pesticides, fertilizers, and soil amendments from Helena Agri-Enterprises at competitively bid unit prices for Department of Public Works operations over the next year.
If approved, the city would procure pesticides, fertilizers, and soil amendments from Nutrien Ag Solutions for one year at the lowest competitive bid price. Supports Department of Public Works operations and grounds maintenance.
If approved, the city would secure supplies of pesticides, fertilizers, and soil amendments for Department of Public Works operations over the next year. The contract would lock in unit prices for 20 line items from the lowest qualifying bid.
If approved, would authorize the city to purchase audio-visual products and services from B&H Foto at negotiated unit prices for one year across multiple departments, using general fund appropriations.
Would authorize spending from the FY2025-2026 budget for a noise sound machine and date stamp for the Human Resources Department.
If approved, would reimburse appointed city officials for advance expenses paid from personal funds. Affects budget allocation from the general fund for official business costs.
If approved, the city would reimburse documented expenses for city employees from the general fund. This routine authorization ensures employee travel, supplies, and other work-related costs are paid promptly.
If approved, would allow city employees to draw advances on approved expense reimbursements. Affects payroll processing and employee cash flow management.