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Would remove a financial incentive for timely payment of consumer use tax. If approved, businesses and individuals would no longer receive a discount for paying this tax early—effectively raising the effective tax rate for those who currently take advantage of the discount.
A zoning change across Pratt and Ensley communities could reshape how land is used—affecting what can be built, where residents can live, and local economic development. Council will first approve holding a public hearing Sept. 22, 2026, to take community input before voting on t
Items expected to pass as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned white 4-door Chrysler 300 from 225 W 15th Ave and bill the registered owner for removal costs. Addresses blight and public nuisance complaints in the area.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable brown GMC Sierra pickup truck from 1684 SW 18th Way and bill the registered owner for removal costs, helping clear blighted vehicles from neighborhoods.
Would remove an inoperable white Chevrolet Impala from a residential area, reducing blight. The vehicle owner would be assessed the cost of removal.
If approved, the city would remove a non-functioning 2011 Chevrolet Malibu from 1666 SW 18th Way and bill the registered owner for removal costs, helping clear blight in the neighborhood.
If approved, would authorize removal of an inoperable 2004 Chevrolet Pickup Truck (Tag: JMT411) from the property, with removal costs assessed to the registered owner. Clearing the vehicle would remove a public nuisance from the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable green 2004 Chevrolet Caprice from 337 SW 23rd St and assess removal costs to the vehicle's registered owner. The removal would address blight and public nuisance concerns in the neighborhood.
Would authorize removal of an abandoned 2-door blue Cadillac from a residential property. Removal costs would be charged to the registered vehicle owner. If approved, the property would be cleared of the nuisance.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned white 4-door Ford Taurus from 337 SW 23rd St and bill the registered owner for removal costs. Would help clear blighted property and improve neighborhood appearance.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable blue Chevrolet pickup truck from 337 SW 23rd St and charge the vehicle's registered owner for removal costs. This would clear blight from the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned white Dodge Caravan classified as a public nuisance from the property at 337 SW 23rd St and assess removal costs to the registered owner.
If approved, the white Dodge Caravan at 337 SW 23rd St would be removed and costs assessed to the registered owner. The removal would clear a vehicle designated as a public nuisance from the property.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned white Chevrolet pickup truck from the property and charge the registered owner for removal costs. This addresses blight in the neighborhood and clears the parcel.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable vehicle classified as a public nuisance from a residential address. The vehicle owner would be assessed the cost of removal.
If approved, the city would remove a junk vehicle from 326 SW 23rd St and bill the registered owner for removal costs. Helps clear neighborhood blight.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned gray 2007 Nissan Altima from 326 SW 23rd St and assess removal costs to the registered owner, reducing blight in the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable 2-door Chrysler Sebring from 326 SW 23rd St and assess removal costs against the registered owner. Would help clear blight from residential area.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable white Ford van classified as a public nuisance and bill the registered owner for removal costs. Would clear blight from the property.
If approved, the city would remove a tan 2000-era Chevrolet pickup truck parked at 236 SW 23rd St and bill the registered owner for removal costs. The vehicle would be classified as a public nuisance.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable blue 2-door Chevrolet Monte Carlo classified as a public nuisance from 236 SW 23rd St. Removal costs would be assessed against the vehicle's registered owner.
If approved, would remove a blue 2-door Chevrolet Caprice from 236 SW 23rd St. Removal costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner. The action addresses blight and property condition issues in the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable pickup truck designated a public nuisance from the property at 236 SW 23rd St. Removal costs would be assessed to the vehicle's registered owner.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable silver 2-door Ford Mustang from 236 SW 23rd St and charge the registered owner for removal costs. Would help address vehicle blight in the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned 2-door gray Chevrolet Caprice from 236 SW 23rd St and bill the registered owner for removal costs. This addresses neighborhood blight and public safety concerns.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable red 2008 Mazda Speed3 and charge the registered owner for removal costs. The abandoned vehicle, located in a residential area, would be declared a public nuisance.
If approved, the council would authorize removal of an inoperable white Chevrolet pickup truck from the property. Costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner. This addresses blight concerns in the neighborhood.
Removal would clear an abandoned vehicle from the neighborhood. Costs would be charged to the registered owner of the black Chevrolet Blazer SS.
If approved, would authorize removal of an abandoned 2-door Volkswagen Beetle from 1401 SW 18th St. The cost of removal would be billed to the vehicle's registered owner, reducing visual blight in the neighborhood.
If approved, would expand food distribution from 10 to 14 sites across Birmingham and add permanent infrastructure (storage, freezer, trucks) to serve food-insecure households using District 4 ARPA funds.
Would authorize the city to access historical employee pay records, tax documents, and earnings data through MHC's payroll system over the next three years. Supports payroll administration and employee record management.
Would extend Momentus software maintenance for the Insights event-booking platform through FY29. The 3-year agreement ensures the city's event scheduling system continues to receive updates and technical support.
If approved, would direct $1,500 from District 6 discretionary funds to support talent development, fashion, and arts programming for youth through June 2027.
Would fund professional development and creative storytelling access through Sidewalk Film Center for Birmingham residents across Districts 2, 5, and 6 if approved.
Would fund a one-year program providing enrichment activities for children birth through age 5 and support for childcare and learning centers. If approved, would invest heavily in early childhood capacity building and quality enhancement.
Would allocate $100,000 in direct grants to eligible legacy businesses in Birmingham for modernization and operational support, with $14,000 going to Urban Impact, Inc. to administer the program. If approved, local small business owners could access funding to strengthen sustaina
Would fund construction of up to 8 new rental units for residents earning 30–80% of area median income in South Woodlawn. If approved, extends the agreement through 2027 and adds $170,500 to the total partnership with Woodlawn Foundation.
If approved, would fund assessments of homeless encampments across Birmingham to help guide future policy and service decisions. No local match required.
If approved, would spend $102,070.50 in general funds on uniforms for the August 2026 police recruit class and promotional ceremony. Uses sole-source procurement without competitive bidding.
If approved, the city would restore air conditioning to the Negro Southern League Museum without competitive bidding, citing urgent need to prevent harm to the building and visitors. The no-bid emergency procurement bypasses standard procurement rules.
Council would authorize emergency repairs to the Police Academy after ceiling collapse from flooding. If approved, the city would hire Servpro of Birmingham to mitigate water damage and restore the facility to operational condition.
If approved, would authorize an emergency repair and renovation contract at Birmingham City Jail. The $1.96M project aims to address security-sensitive maintenance needs at the facility on 6th Avenue South.
Would authorize a contract to replace domestic water heaters at Birmingham CrossPlex. If approved, the $99,975.15 project would be funded through capital improvement funds already appropriated.
Would upgrade fire safety systems at the Arlington House Museum on Cotton Ave SW. The work includes installation and testing of a new fire alarm system to protect the historic property and visitors.
If approved, the city would secure IV, airway, trauma, diagnostic, ventilation, and PPE supplies for Birmingham Fire and Rescue for one year at competitive unit prices. Bound Tree Medical submitted the lowest responsive bid among six competitors.
If approved, the city would source replacement air filters for HVAC systems at city facilities through a competitive bid process, ensuring reliable supply and cost-efficiency over the three-year term.
If approved, would authorize the Police Department to purchase ballistic-resistant body armor and protective equipment from Galls, LLC under an Alabama master agreement for the coming fiscal year, using general-fund appropriation.
Council would approve a one-year supply contract for firefighter hoods and gloves from the lowest bidder. Ensures Fire and Rescue personnel have protective equipment to safely perform their duties.
Would equip Birmingham Fire and Rescue with helmets, boots, and protective wear through FY 2026-27. Approved vendor is Sunbelt Fire, Inc., selected through competitive bidding (3 bids received).
Would authorize a one-year food supply contract with US Foods for the Arlington Antebellum Home. The contract sets unit prices for food products and related services for the historic site's operations.
If approved, would correct the vehicle color record in the prior abatement resolution and authorize removal of the inoperable Jeep from 9718 Williamsburg Dr, with costs assessed to the vehicle's registered owner.
If approved, would commit general-fund dollars to three-year membership in the state municipal association, which provides advocacy, training, and peer resources for city government.
If approved, the city would purchase 1,000 battery-powered smoke alarms for the Birmingham Fire and Rescue Department. The equipment would support fire prevention efforts across the city.
Would authorize one-year supply of medical equipment for Birmingham Fire and Rescue. Sole-source procurement means no competitive bidding; contract uses unit prices already on file with the Purchasing Agent.
Would authorize a one-year supply and service agreement for stump grinder parts and repair, ensuring the Department of Equipment Management can maintain grounds-care equipment. Funded from the FY2026-2027 budget via sole-source Sourcewell contract.
Would authorize spending from the general fund to cover advance expense accounts for appointed and elected officials, such as travel, meals, and operational costs incurred in official duties.
If approved, would reimburse itemized employee expenses from city funds. Affects city budget allocation and cash flow for staff reimbursement accounts.
Would establish rules for how city employees can request and use advance payments for job-related expenses. If approved, employees would have a clear process for obtaining funds before expenses occur.
If approved, the city would declare 304 properties with noxious weeds a public nuisance and begin the process to clear them. Property owners would be notified by certified mail and have until September 15 to object at a public hearing.