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If approved, would prohibit camping on public land and rights-of-way, requiring removal of unlawful camps. The city would connect people experiencing homelessness to resources and sanitarily remove items from public areas.
If approved, would authorize the city to accept a $462,500 grant from Jefferson County Board of Health to develop parks that separate industrial and residential areas. The buffer zones would help protect neighborhoods from industrial impacts.
If approved, the city would authorize industrial revenue bonds of up to $10 million to help Culton Holdings finance a new manufacturing and warehousing facility at 1811 Woodlands Industrial Drive. The project could bring jobs and investment to the area.
Items expected to pass as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable 4-door brown Cadillac DeVille from 1225 SW 18th St and assess removal costs against the registered vehicle owner, addressing a public nuisance complaint.
If approved, would authorize removal of an inoperable 4-door BMW abandoned at 1225 SW 18th St. Removal costs would be assessed against the vehicle's registered owner. The property would be cleared of the nuisance.
If approved, the city would remove a red Chevrolet SUV declared a public nuisance and bill the registered owner for removal costs. Would clear blight from the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable 2004 gray Toyota Corolla from 608 S 72ND ST and charge the registered owner for removal costs. The vehicle would be declared a public nuisance.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned gold Honda Civic from 360 Observatory Dr and assess removal costs against the registered vehicle owner, helping clear blighted properties in the neighborhood.
Would authorize removal of an abandoned gray 2005 Lexus ES300 parked at 360 Observatory Dr. If approved, the registered owner would be assessed the cost of removal. The vehicle has been deemed a public nuisance.
If approved, would authorize removal of an abandoned purple-and-blue 4-door Chevrolet Cruze from 313 Martin Dr. Removal costs would be assessed against the vehicle's registered owner. The item addresses blight and neighborhood cleanup.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned gray 1989 Volvo from 637 Covington Ave and bill the registered owner for removal costs, clearing a public nuisance from the neighborhood.
If approved, would expand food assistance to 14 distribution sites across Birmingham and add permanent infrastructure (storage building, walk-in freezer, two delivery trucks) to serve food-insecure households in District 4 using ARPA funds.
If approved, the city would lease land at 600 3rd Ave North for a Department of Unhoused Strategies outdoor respite site for unhoused residents over three years at $1,389/month ($50,000 total).
If approved, would invest $128,403 in regional planning support for one year, helping the city secure federal and state grants, develop comprehensive land-use plans, and improve GIS data systems for better development decisions.
If approved, would fund Six Pratt Community and Economic Development, Inc.'s annual community event on August 8, 2026, offering health screenings and educational resources to residents and children in Pratt City (District 9).
If approved, would establish a 12-month outdoor respite site staffed by harm-reduction trained practitioners, offering Narcan, hydration, care coordination, and bathrooms to people at highest risk of opioid overdose. Open 12–14 hours daily, 7 days a week.
If approved, would allow the city to accept federal grant funds to rehabilitate street lighting along a 1.2-mile stretch of I-59, improving visibility and safety for commuters in that corridor.
If approved, would enable the city to accept a state grant for LED lighting upgrades on I-59 between 83rd Street North and I-459. Improved highway lighting would enhance safety for motorists traveling this corridor.
If approved, would allow Birmingham to secure federal funding for Gulf Coast HIDTA anti-drug initiatives with no local matching requirement. Supports public safety operations in FY 2026.
If approved, the city would pay $45,000 from the general fund to resolve a civil claim brought by Jasmine Hall. The settlement would close the case without further litigation.
Would release $16,767 from city funds to settle a workers' compensation claim brought by a Department of Public Works employee for an alleged on-the-job injury. If approved, the city would resolve the claim without further litigation.
Council would authorize a $27,000 settlement for a Department of Public Works employee's on-the-job injury claim involving shoulder and body trauma. If approved, funds from the general fund would be released to resolve the dispute.
Would correct the vehicle description in an earlier removal order to reflect the actual color (red, not blue). If approved, removal costs would still be assessed to the registered owner as a public nuisance abatement.
Property owner provided proof that vegetation was cut before the city contractor performed abatement work. Removing the address would spare the owner a special assessment charge on their property tax bill.
If approved, would correct a clerical error in the account number for a $6,398 special assessment charged to the property owner for demolition of an unsafe building. The property owner would receive the corrected assessment notice.
Council would correct a clerical error in the account number for an $8,728.40 special assessment against the property for demolition costs of an unsafe structure.
Would correct a clerical error in the special assessment against this property, ensuring the demolition cost ($13,412.80) is properly recorded. Fixing the account number allows the lien process to proceed accurately if approved.
Would correct a clerical error in the account number for a demolition cost assessment on 1213 16th Street SW. The property owner would be charged $9,710.60 for the unsafe building removal.
Council would correct a clerical error in an earlier resolution that assessed demolition costs against the property. If approved, the corrected assessment would remain due to recover the city's $11,714.40 spent removing an unsafe structure.
Would correct a clerical error in the property account number for a demolition cost assessment. The property owner at 1664 Lee Avenue SW would remain responsible for the $11,596 demolition charge.
Council will correct a clerical error in the account number for a $6,402 demolition cost previously assessed to this property. If approved, the property owner's billing record will be corrected.
Corrects a clerical error in the special assessment billing for a $8,196.40 demolition cost. The property owner at 68 Kappa Avenue South would owe the corrected amount to reimburse the city for removing the unsafe structure.
Would fix a clerical error in the account number for a $6,394 demolition cost assessment on the property. The correction ensures the special tax bill is properly recorded against the correct account.
Would correct a clerical error in the property account number for the special assessment billed to the owner of 1023 48th Street North for a previously demolished unsafe building. If approved, the corrected assessment stands at $5,512.
Would fix a clerical error in the property tax account number for an $8,454 demolition cost assessment on a Birmingham property. Residents at the address would have their account corrected.
Council will correct a clerical error in the account number for a $7,899.20 special tax assessment against the property for demolition costs already incurred.
Would correct a clerical error in the account number on a demolition cost assessment. The property owner at 5901 Avenue N in Ensley would be charged $9,008.88 for the unsafe building demolition if approved.
Corrects a clerical error in the property account number for a $10,780.80 special assessment covering demolition costs. The property owner would be charged for the cost of removing an unsafe structure.
Would correct an account number error on a property tax bill for demolition costs at 2512 17th Street. The owner would owe the corrected assessment of $8,523.76 for the unsafe building removal.
If approved, would fund door replacements and repairs at Fire Stations 19, 20, 21, 24, and 29, ensuring functional entryways and facility maintenance.
Would authorize an emergency contract to repair the Carver Theater's sewer lateral system. The proposed $105,871 contract with Plumcore, Inc. aims to address urgent infrastructure needs at this public facility.
If approved, would fund elevator inspection, testing, and maintenance at city buildings. This is the lowest bid among two submissions received.
Would increase the contract cost for the Museum of Art's boiler feed water tank replacement system by $4,254 if approved, keeping the total compensation within the existing appropriation.
Would authorize the city to procure software and tech solutions for the Information Management Service Department over one year at pre-negotiated unit prices.
Would authorize paint and related supplies for Public Works maintenance projects over the next year under a competitively bid cooperative contract.
If approved, would authorize a one-year agreement for employee uniforms and related services for Public Works staff. The contract uses competitive bidding through Sourcewell Purchasing Cooperative.
If approved, would provide Brighton Fire Department with surplus breathing apparatus equipment at nominal cost, expanding emergency response capacity for area residents.
If approved, would provide Empire Fire Department with surplus respiratory equipment—10 self-contained breathing apparatuses and 20 bottles—at minimal cost to expand emergency response capacity in the area.
If approved, would provide 10 self-contained breathing apparatuses and 20 bottles to Fairfield Fire Department, supporting emergency response capabilities in the area at no cost to Fairfield.
Spending would cover office furniture for the Fire Department from the state's existing Master Agreement. This is routine equipment procurement funded through the FY 2026-2027 budget.
The city would pay for professional sanitation and inspection of mattresses at Fire Department facilities, ensuring safe conditions for firefighter housing and equipment storage.
Would fund advance digital library access through Midwest Tape for Birmingham Public Library patrons if approved.
If approved, would authorize payment to OCLC for library supplies from the city's general fund. Enables the Birmingham Public Library to replenish materials and resources for patron services.
If approved, would reimburse itemized employee expenses from city funds. Affects city budget allocation and cash flow for staff reimbursement accounts.
Would authorize city employees to draw advance payments on approved business expenses from the general fund. Streamlines reimbursement process if approved.
Would allow the city to remove dangerous weeds from vacant or neglected parcels across multiple neighborhoods if council approves. A public hearing on September 1, 2026 will let property owners object before abatement work begins.