Would update Birmingham's floodplain zone overlay rules to meet federal flood insurance standards. If approved, the city would maintain eligibility for FEMA's Community Rating System, potentially helping residents with flood insurance rates and reducing flood risk.
Would fill a vacant seat on the Design Review Committee through July 2027. The committee advises on architectural and urban design standards for development projects in Birmingham.
Items passed as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.
If approved, would allow RK Foodmart to transfer an off-premise beer and wine license to the Eastlake Shell location at 313 Oporto Madrid Boulevard South, enabling alcohol sales at that convenience store.
If approved, would authorize Washington Media Group, Inc. to operate a lounge serving alcohol at 2206 31st Street in Ensley. The license decision would follow public hearing of all interested parties.
If approved, Tre Luna Catering would be authorized to operate a retail beverage service at the September 18, 2026 UAB Art Block Party in the 10th Avenue South corridor near downtown. Residents in the area may be affected by temporary street closures and event operations.
If approved, would issue a consumable hemp products retailer license to Magic City Organics at 701 37th Street South. The business would be permitted to sell hemp-derived products subject to state and local regulations.
If approved, the city would remove a white 4-door Ford F150 abandoned at 2008 NW 10th St and assess removal costs to the vehicle's registered owner. Clearing inoperable vehicles reduces neighborhood blight.
If approved, the city would remove a non-functioning 2-door Mazda from 3119 Avenue E and charge the registered owner for removal costs. This clears blight from the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove a derelict white 2-door Nissan Xterra from 3119 Avenue E and charge the registered owner for removal costs. The action treats the vehicle as a public nuisance affecting neighborhood conditions.
If approved, the city would remove a silver 2006 Lexus listed as a public nuisance and assess removal costs against the vehicle's registered owner. This clears blight from the neighborhood.
If approved, the inoperable vehicle would be removed from the property at 2218 Avenue H, with removal costs assessed to the registered owner. Aims to address blight and improve neighborhood conditions.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable white GMC box truck from 2218 Avenue H and bill the registered owner for removal costs, helping clear blight from the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable grey Jeep Patriot from 2218 Avenue H and charge removal costs to the registered owner. The vehicle would be declared a public nuisance.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable motor vehicle classified as a public nuisance from 1634 Boise Ave. Removal costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner.
If approved, the city would remove a non-operational 2024 Ford Explorer from 911 Avenue E and bill the registered owner for removal costs, helping address blight and public nuisance concerns in the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable INFINITI (grey, Tag 1A0P1H6) classified as a public nuisance. Removal costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner. The vehicle is located at 1044 Avenue E, 35218.
If approved, the city would remove a non-functional 2-door Ford XLT from 2221 Avenue E and assess removal costs to the vehicle's registered owner. Reduces blight and hazards in the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned white 2-door Nissan pickup truck from 1115 Suncrest Lane and charge the registered owner for removal costs. The vehicle would no longer sit as a public nuisance in the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable 2-door Nissan pickup truck from 1115 Suncrest Lane and bill the registered owner for removal costs. This clears blight and frees up property space in the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an inoperable 2-door Nissan Pathfinder from 1115 Suncrest Ln and assess removal costs against the registered vehicle owner. The removal would help reduce blight in the neighborhood.
Would authorize removal of an abandoned 2-door Isuzu Rodeo from 1115 Suncrest Lane. If approved, removal costs would be charged to the vehicle's registered owner, clearing blight from the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove a green 2-door Volkswagen Beetle from 1115 Suncrest Ln and assess removal costs to the vehicle's registered owner, clearing a public nuisance from the neighborhood.
If approved, the city would remove an abandoned 2-Door Chrysler 300 from 1115 Suncrest Ln and assess removal costs to the registered owner. The vehicle would be declared a public nuisance.
Would authorize removal of an inoperable 2-door Nissan Pathfinder from 1115 Suncrest Lane. Removal costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner. If approved, the property would be cleared of this abandoned nuisance.
If approved, the city would abate nuisances on 166 properties across multiple neighborhoods and assess costs as liens against those parcels. Residents and property owners on affected properties would be able to present concerns at a public hearing.
Would allow Birmingham Police Department to hold its September 4, 2026 promotion ceremony at the civic center ballroom at no cost to the city.
Would authorize three years of installation, maintenance, and repair services for the intercom system at Fire Station 2. If approved, the city would pay up to $5,693 from the general fund for this public safety communications infrastructure.
Council would authorize the Fire Department to enter a three-year maintenance agreement with Johnson Controls for Aiphone intercom system repairs at Station 6. This covers installation, maintenance, and parts for emergency communication equipment.
Would provide all Birmingham Fire and Rescue employees access to Cordico Wellness App for one year starting November 1, 2026. Supports mental health and wellness resources for first responders if approved.
Would expand security monitoring at BPD Headquarters and Arlington Historic House, adding equipment and services for 12 months. If approved, the contract cost would increase from $343,726 to $378,856, funded from police and capital project budgets.
If approved, the city would pay $20,000 from the general fund to resolve a civil claim brought by Donald M. Dodson against the city and officer Steven D. Turner (Case No. 01-CV-2024-902169).
Council will consider authorizing a $22,500 settlement payout from the general fund to resolve a civil claim. If approved, the Mayor and City Attorney would be authorized to execute settlement documents.
If approved, the city would spend up to $10,000 from the general fund to host a free community picnic at Railroad Park on September 27, 2026, celebrating Neighborhood and Community Officers.
Would fund a new fence at Oasis Park (600 3rd Avenue North). If approved, Sherrod Construction would begin work using capital improvement funds.
If approved, would authorize a $62,007 contract with Southeastern Sealcoating to repair drainage and roads on Slayden Avenue. The project aims to improve street conditions and stormwater management in the area.
Would authorize a contract to investigate and remove asbestos from the former Shields School building at 12th Avenue North and Escambia Street. If approved, would address environmental contamination at an abandoned school site.
If approved, would authorize the city to enter a $410,000 contract with Advanced Roofing Solutions to replace the roof at the Birmingham Police Department North Precinct, using capital improvement funds.
If approved, the Fire and Rescue Department would use this one-year contract to purchase training manikins needed for firefighter education and emergency response readiness.
Council would authorize a one-year supply agreement for firefighting equipment, breathing apparatus, and protective gear used by Birmingham Fire and Rescue. Costs would be covered in the FY2026–27 budget.
If approved, the Birmingham Police Department would acquire a new DMT Intoximeter breath-testing instrument for DUI enforcement. The equipment would replace or supplement existing testing capacity.
Would fund Fire and Rescue marketing and community engagement materials through FY 2027, supporting public outreach efforts by the department.
Council would approve a $6,508 payment for wreck repair work on a 2015 fire truck. If approved, Equipment Management can complete repairs to Unit #Q22 under existing Sourcewell contract terms.
This spending decision would authorize purchase of office furniture for the Community Development Department using a competitive state contract, funded from the general fund budget already allocated in FY 2026-2027.
Council would approve spending $34,293 in general funds on office furniture for the Police Department through a competitive state contract bid.
Would fund replacement window coverings at Fire Stations #3, #13, #20, #25, and #28, supporting facility maintenance and operational readiness across the Fire Department.
If approved, the city would renew its subscription to Monday Work Management software, a project management tool used by the Finance Department to organize and track internal workflows and tasks.
Would authorize continued purchase of pathogen reduction equipment and supplies for Birmingham Fire and Rescue, ensuring ongoing air and surface disinfection capability for emergency response operations.
Would authorize the city to purchase tire repair services for Department Equipment Management vehicles through a statewide bid agreement. This ensures city fleet maintenance capacity for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
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.
Would authorize reimbursement of pre-approved expenses for city staff. If approved, employees could draw advance funds for eligible work-related costs.