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Regular City Council Meeting

Tuesday, August 17, 2021 · 58 agenda items · 11 votes recorded

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passed #2897 provisional official minutes · high
Consent vote — covers 36 items
  • [11] CONSENT ITEM 11. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE CAPITAL FUND BUDGET" for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, by transferring $250,000.00 from Street Resurfacing, Undesignated and appropriating $250,000.00 to Transfer to Fund 036 Grant Match and "TO named in vote
  • [15] CONSENT ITEM 15. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE CAPITAL FUND BUDGET" for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, by appropriating $6,155,132.00 to Birmingham Green Project (i.e. Agreement between the City of Birmingham and City Center District Managemen named in vote
  • [18] CONSENT ITEM 23. An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Oak Hill Memorial Association to provide for the maintenance, care and control of the Oak Hill, Elyton and East Lake Cemeteries, as authorized in City Code Section 12-4-21, named in vote
  • [21] CONSENT ITEM 26. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute on behalf of the City of Birmingham an agreement with Birmingham Regional Paratransit Consortium (ClasTran), under which ClasTran shall provide public transportation for the elderly and disab named in vote
  • [22] CONSENT ITEM 27. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to the Agreement with Ruffner Mountain Nature Coalition (Ruffner Coalition) adopted by Resolution No. 2448-20, under which Ruffner Coalition shall increase its services to includ named in vote
  • [24] CONSENT ITEM 29. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Red Mountain Theatre Company, Inc., under which RMTC will agree to make its facilities available, free to the public, for cultural events and training in an amount not to ex named in vote
  • [39] CONSENT ITEM 46. A Resolution finding that the following three hundred forty-seven (347) properties have noxious or dangerous weeds growing thereon declaring said properties to be a public nuisance and providing that notice shall be posted on each of said named in vote
  • [40] CONSENT ITEM 47. A Resolution finding that the following ninety-five (95) properties have noxious or dangerous weeds growing thereon declaring said properties to be a public nuisance and providing that notice shall be posted on each of said properties and named in vote
  • [43] APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA named in vote
  • [8] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 4. A Resolution authorizing the abatement of the nuisances existing on the following properties and the costs of such abatement to be assessed against and constitute a lien upon such properties, and the hearing of all interested parties: named in vote
  • [7] CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA named in vote
  • [9] CONSENT ITEM 9. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE CAPITAL FUND BUDGET" for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, by appropriating $110,000.00 to Capital Outlay - Automotive, $120,000.00 to Capital Outlay - Other Equipment, $25,000.00 to Non Capital Equip consent default
  • [10] CONSENT ITEM 10. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE GRANTS FUND BUDGET" for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, by appropriating $2,000,000.00 to Transportation, Resurfacing, Auxiliary Lanes, Ramp Improvements and Median Barrier Rail on SR-3 (US-31 Red consent default
  • [12] CONSENT ITEM 12. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE GRANTS FUND BUDGET" for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, by appropriating $2,331,208.02 to Transportation, Streetscape and Sidewalk Enhancements Including ADA Upgrades per grant award received. ( consent default
  • [13] CONSENT ITEM 13. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE CAPITAL FUND BUDGET" for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, by transferring $500,000.00 from Sidewalk Repairs, Undesignated, $82,802.01 from Sidewalk Repairs-ADA, Undesignated and appropriate $582,802 consent default
  • [14] CONSENT ITEM 14. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE GRANTS FUND BUDGET" for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, by appropriating $400,000.00 to Municipal Court, SAMHSA Adult Court Expansion Project (1 H79 TI081924-01), Year 4 of 5. (Submitted by the May consent default
  • [16] CONSENT ITEM 16. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE DONATION FUND BUDGET" for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, by appropriating $1,500.00 to Central Park Neighborhood Association for general use per donation received from Jefferson County Community S consent default
  • [17] CONSENT ITEM 17. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE CAPITAL FUND BUDGET" for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, by appropriating $17,317.28 to Equipment Management, Rolling Stock, Undesignated. Funding source is insurance reimbursement (Submitted by t consent default
  • [19] CONSENT ITEM 24. A Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute a Lease Purchase Schedule No. No.810-9009761-008 with Dell Financial Services, LLC that is subject to and incorporates the terms and conditions of the Master Lease Agreement dat consent default
  • [20] CONSENT ITEM 25. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a (1) year Vendor Agreement to purchase Dell EMC, data storage, cloud, converged and data protection products and services from AHEAD for use by the City of Birmingham and authorizing the Cit consent default
  • [23] CONSENT ITEM 28. A Resolution, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §11-43-55 of the Code of Alabama, 1975, authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver a purchase agreement, for a period of not more than 1 year with MCM Technology, LLC ("MCM") for Implementation, consent default
  • [25] CONSENT ITEM 31. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding Agreement whereby the Zion City Neighborhood Association is allowed to install and maintain one (1) two-sided, smooth aluminum, neighborhood entrance sign on C consent default
  • [26] CONSENT ITEM 32. A Resolution authorizing the Purchasing Agent to execute an emergency contract with Mid-Western Commercial Roofers, Inc. for roof repairs to Department of Equipment Management, in accordance with Title 39, Code of Alabama. The total rate consent default
  • [27] CONSENT ITEM 33. A Resolution accepting and approving the bid renewal of Athens Paper Company, Inc., Birmingham, for #20-09 copier/printing paper as needed at unit prices on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent for a period one (1) year for the City consent default
  • [28] CONSENT ITEM 34. A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of AT&T Mobility, Montgomery, for Wireless Voice, Data and Accessories (service, equipment and accessories) as needed at the unit prices on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent, for a per consent default
  • [29] CONSENT ITEM 35. A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Galls, LLC, Birmingham, for Full Coverage Body Armor as needed at the unit prices on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent, for a period of one (1) year, contingent upon Council approva consent default
  • [30] CONSENT ITEM 36. A Resolution approving payment to B & D Electric Motor Company, Inc., Birmingham, in an amount not to exceed $8,500.00, for the purchase of a centrifugal pump motor with related parts & accessories to replace a nonfunctioning pump at the consent default
  • [31] CONSENT ITEM 37. A Resolution approving payment to Fastenal Company, Inc., Birmingham, in the amount of $11,876.30, for the purchase of safety supplies to replenish inventory for exam gloves at Central Stores Warehouse, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of consent default
  • [32] CONSENT ITEM 38. A Resolution approving payment to W W Grainger Inc., Lake Forest, Illinois, in the amount of $2,000.00 for repair parts, supplies and accessories, in accordance with Omnia Partners Purchasing Cooperative, contract #192163 for the Departme consent default
  • [33] CONSENT ITEM 39. A Resolution approving payment to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina, in the amount of $15,436.00, for the purchase of firefighter equipment, in accordance with National Purchasing Partners Government Division ( consent default
  • [34] CONSENT ITEM 40. A Resolution approving payment to One Beat CPR Learning Center, LLC, Hollywood, Florida in the amount of $36,508.00 for the purchase of Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in accordance with purchasing cooperative PACA Bid $73-19, for consent default
  • [36] CONSENT ITEM 42. A Resolution approving the following Expense Account: ** Ed Fields, Chief Strategist, Mayor's Office, Washington, District of Columbia, $1,096.43, July 27-29, 2021 to at consent default
  • [37] CONSENT ITEM 43. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of city employees. consent default
  • [38] CONSENT ITEM 44. A Resolution approving the advanced expense accounts of city employees. consent default
  • [55] CONSENT ITEM 30. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with REV Birmingham, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $40,162.00 for research, planning and budgeting services regarding the location, design and operations of emergency shelt consent default
  • [35] CONSENT ITEM 41. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Finance to make six (6) refunds in the total amount of $17,442.24. consent default
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #2898 official minutes · high
Re: #44. P(ph) ITEM 1. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF BIRMINGHAM" (Case No. ZAC2021-0000… structured fact · 80%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #2899 official minutes · high
Re: #45. P(ph) ITEM 2. An Ordinance granting and conveying a non-exclusive cable franchise to Spectrum Southeast, LLC to allow… structured fact · 80%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #2900 official minutes · high
Re: #44. P(ph) ITEM 1. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF BIRMINGHAM" (Case No. ZAC2021-0000… structured fact · 80%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #2901 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #2902 official minutes · high
Re: #48. ITEM 7. A Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Arlington Redevelopment LLC, under… structured fact · 80%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #2903 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #2904 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #2905 official minutes · high
Re: #54. P ITEM 22. An Ordinance approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute certain agreements with The Water Works Board o… structured fact · 80%
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #2906 official minutes · high
Re: #55. CONSENT ITEM 30. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with REV Birmingham, Inc., in an amount… structured fact · 90%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #2907 official minutes · high
Re: #44. P(ph) ITEM 1. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF BIRMINGHAM" (Case No. ZAC2021-0000… structured fact · 80%
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Alexander · YEA Parker · YEA
Business

Regular Agenda (22)

Procedural: INVOCATION
Procedural: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilor John Hilliard
Procedural: ROLL CALL
Procedural: MINUTES NOT READY: May 4, 2021 – August 10, 2021
Procedural: COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
Item number:Item #41 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

Council orders demolition of unsafe building at 4121 11th Avenue

Property declared unsafe and a public nuisance; city will demolish the structure in Wylam neighborhood. Removes hazard from residential area.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: 4121 - 11th Avenue Wylam, Birmingham
Item number:Item #42 Total cost: undisclosed

Sam Quickstop seeks off-premise beer & wine license transfer

Sam Quickstop Number One LLC wants to move its beer and wine license to 2435 Carraway Boulevard. Council will hear public comments before voting on the transfer.

Counterparty: Sam Quickstop Number One LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 2435 Carraway Boulevard, Birmingham
Item number:Item #45 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City grants cable franchise to Spectrum Southeast

Spectrum gains rights to run cable lines through city streets. This franchise agreement sets service terms, rates, and obligations for the next several years.

Counterparty: Spectrum Southeast, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
Item number:Item #46 Total cost: undisclosed

City vacates 324 sq ft of air space along 27th–28th Streets South

The city is freeing up air rights above streets in the 27th–28th Street corridor, likely to enable a private development or infrastructure project. Air-space vacations allow developers to use the area above public land for building.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other Location: 27th Street South (between 4th Avenue South and 5th Avenue South), 5th Avenue South (between 27th Street South and 28th Street South), and 28th Street
Item number:Item #47 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Alley vacation approved: 5,001 sq ft between Red Mountain Expressway and 23rd St

City closes public alleyway between 22nd and Arlington, freeing adjacent property for private use. Affects access and street connectivity in area near Red Mountain Expressway.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: alleyway parallel to and between 22nd Street S. and Arlington Avenue S., perpendicular to and between Red Mountain Expressway and 23rd Street S.
Item number:Item #48 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to negotiate infrastructure agreement with Arlington Redevelopm

The city will partner with a private developer to fund public infrastructure improvements in the right-of-way, likely reducing municipal costs for street or utility work.

Counterparty: Arlington Redevelopment LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #49 Total cost: undisclosed

Annexation: City expands corporate limits by annexing contiguous territory

Properties being annexed will now fall under city jurisdiction and services, including taxation, zoning, and municipal code enforcement. Exact locations and number of parcels affected not detailed in this item.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Annexation
Item number:Item #50 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

TIF District I: Council authorizes Birmingham Green Project financing

Approves tax increment financing (TIF) to fund improvements in the Master Plan Project Area. Tax increment financing captures future property tax growth to pay for infrastructure and development, potentially affecting property tax revenues and neighborhood improvement timelines.

Funding source: Tax Increment Financing Action type: Ordinance
Item number:Item #51 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City funds Red Mountain Greenway and Recreational Area

City approves funding agreement with state agency to support Red Mountain Greenway recreational improvements and operations.

Counterparty: Red Mountain Greenway and Recreational Area Commission Funding source: State Grant Action type: Ordinance
Item number:Item #52 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City funds Red Mountain Greenway and Recreational Area Commission

The city will spend general fund dollars to support the state agency that manages Red Mountain park and recreation facilities. This represents a commitment of public resources to maintain or expand greenspace and recreational opportunities.

Counterparty: Red Mountain Greenway and Recreational Area Commission Funding source: General Fund Action type: Ordinance
Item number:Item #53 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City renews radio tower lease with SummitMedia at Crossplex site

City continues revenue from leasing portion of Crossplex property to SummitMedia for radio transmission use. Lease terms and revenue figures not disclosed in agenda summary.

Counterparty: SummitMedia, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: Crossplex site
Item number:Item #54 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

BRT West Terminus Station agreements with Water Works Board

City is moving forward with Bus Rapid Transit infrastructure at 4802 Avenue W, coordinating with the Water Works Board on land and utility arrangements for the new station.

Counterparty: The Water Works Board of the City of Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: 4802 Avenue W
Procedural: OLD AND NEW BUSINESS
Procedural: REQUEST FROM THE PUBLIC
Procedural: ADJOURNMENT
Consent calendar

Consent Agenda (36)

Items passed as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.

Item number:Item #8 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

Weed abatement: costs assessed as liens on neglected properties

City clears weeds and overgrowth from blighted properties and charges owners for cleanup. Costs become liens against the property until paid.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #10 · 💰 Hidden on consent ✨ Total cost: $2.0M

$2M for SR-3 road improvements: resurfacing, ramps, barriers

City spends $2 million to repair and upgrade US-31 Red (SR-3), including new pavement, ramp work, and safety barriers. Improves commute reliability on a major corridor.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Budget amendment Location: SR-3 (US-31 Red)
Item number:Item #11 Total cost: $250K

Budget amendment: $250K redirected from street resurfacing to grants

Shifts $250,000 from street repair funds to match grant requirements for another city program. May delay some resurfacing work depending on remaining budget.

Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan Action type: Budget amendment
Item number:Item #12 · 💰 Hidden on consent ✨ Total cost: $2.3M

$2.3M state grant for sidewalk, streetscape, and ADA upgrades

City receives $2.3 million in state grant funding to improve sidewalks, streetscapes, and accessibility throughout the city, with projects to benefit residents with mobility limitations and neighborhood pedestrian safety.

Funding source: State Grant Action type: Budget amendment
Item number:Item #13 Total cost: $583K

Budget amendment: $582.8K reallocated from sidewalk repairs

The city is moving $582,800 from unallocated sidewalk repair funds to another capital project. This affects what sidewalk work gets done and when.

Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan Action type: Budget amendment
Item number:Item #14 Total cost: $400K

Municipal Court gets $400K for SAMHSA Adult Court Expansion (Year 4)

Federal grant funds expand adult court services for substance-abuse issues; Year 4 of 5-year project brings support programs to more residents.

Counterparty: SAMHSA Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Budget amendment
Item number:Item #15 · 💰 Hidden on consent ✨ Total cost: $6.2M

City allocates $6.2M to Birmingham Green Project

The city is spending $6.2 million from capital improvement funds for the Birmingham Green Project through City Center District Management. The project aims to enhance downtown green spaces and public areas.

Counterparty: City Center District Management Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan Action type: Budget amendment
Item number:Item #16 Total cost: $2K

City passes $1,500 donation to Central Park Neighborhood Association

Donation from Jefferson County Community funds general operations for Central Park Neighborhood Association, which serves residents in that area.

Counterparty: Central Park Neighborhood Association Funding source: Private Action type: Budget amendment
Item number:Item #18 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City contracts with Oak Hill Memorial Association to maintain three cemeteries

Oak Hill, Elyton, and East Lake Cemeteries will be maintained under a formal agreement. The city ensures these burial grounds receive ongoing care and management.

Counterparty: Oak Hill Memorial Association Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
Item number:Item #19 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves equipment lease with Dell Financial Services

City commits to lease computer equipment from Dell under an existing master agreement. Terms and dollar amount not disclosed in public agenda.

Counterparty: Dell Financial Services, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City extends Dell EMC data storage agreement with AHEAD for 1 year

Maintains cloud storage and data protection systems that support city services and operations. Sole-source contract ensures continuity of critical IT infrastructure.

Counterparty: AHEAD Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #21 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes paratransit agreement with ClasTran for elderly and disabled res

Enables continued public transportation service for elderly and disabled residents through Birmingham Regional Paratransit Consortium (ClasTran).

Counterparty: Birmingham Regional Paratransit Consortium (ClasTran) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #22 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to expand Ruffner Mountain Nature Coalition partnership

The city is expanding its agreement with Ruffner Mountain Nature Coalition to increase community nature programs and services. More details on what the expansion includes would help residents understand the impact.

Counterparty: Ruffner Mountain Nature Coalition Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract amendment
Item number:Item #23 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

1-year implementation contract with MCM Technology

City commits to a sole-source technology services agreement with MCM Technology for up to one year. Budget impact and service scope not fully disclosed in agenda item.

Counterparty: MCM Technology, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #24 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Red Mountain Theatre opens facilities free for public cultural events

The city secures free public access to Red Mountain Theatre's space for cultural programming and arts training — expanding cultural offerings for residents at no cost.

Counterparty: Red Mountain Theatre Company, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #25 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Zion City Neighborhood Association installs entrance sign

The neighborhood association gains permission to install and maintain a two-sided aluminum sign marking the Zion City neighborhood entrance.

Counterparty: Zion City Neighborhood Association Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Zion City
Item number:Item #26 · 🚨 Emergency action ✨ Total cost: undisclosed

Emergency roof repair contract awarded to Mid-Western Commercial Roofers

City authorizes emergency repairs to Department of Equipment Management building roof. Repairs prevent further water damage and operational disruption.

Counterparty: Mid-Western Commercial Roofers, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Emergency procurement
Item number:Item #27 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

Athens Paper Company copier paper bid renewed 1 year

City continues buying copier and printing paper from Athens Paper under a no-bid renewal. Prices remain on file with the Purchasing Agent.

Counterparty: Athens Paper Company, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #28 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

City accepts AT&T Mobility bid for wireless service and equipment

City approves telecommunications provider for employee phones, data plans, and accessories. Prices and terms are set on file with the Purchasing Agent.

Counterparty: AT&T Mobility, Montgomery Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #29 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

Body armor supply contract awarded to Galls, LLC for one year

City approves ongoing supply of protective gear for police and other uniformed personnel. Unit prices are on file with the Purchasing Agent.

Counterparty: Galls, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #30 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $8K

City pays B & D Electric $8,500 for pump motor replacement

Funds repair of a nonfunctioning pump motor using city general funds. Sole-source purchase from Birmingham vendor.

Counterparty: B & D Electric Motor Company, Inc., Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #31 · 🏠 Housing Stability Total cost: $12K

City pays Fastenal $11,876 for safety supplies at warehouse

City restocks exam gloves and safety supplies at its central warehouse. Routine inventory replenishment from general fund.

Counterparty: Fastenal Company, Inc., Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
Item number:Item #32 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $2K

City approves $2,000 repair parts purchase from W W Grainger

Routine vendor payment for maintenance supplies through cooperative purchasing contract. No direct impact on residents or services.

Counterparty: W W Grainger Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #33 · 🚨 Emergency action ✨ Total cost: $15K

City pays $15,436 to Municipal Emergency Services for firefighter equipment

Firefighter safety equipment purchase through a cooperative procurement agreement. Citizens deserve to see routine public safety spending, even on consent agendas.

Counterparty: Municipal Emergency Services, Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #34 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $37K

City buys AEDs from One Beat CPR for $36,508

Council approves purchase of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) through competitive procurement—equipment that helps save lives during cardiac emergencies.

Counterparty: One Beat CPR Learning Center, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #35 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $17K

City approves $17,442 in refunds from general fund

The city is returning $17,442.24 to six individuals or organizations from the general fund. This routine spending action affects public money allocation.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #36 · 🏠 Housing Stability Total cost: $1K

Approve $1,096.43 expense reimbursement for Ed Fields

Reimbursement to Chief Strategist in Mayor's Office for business travel July 27–29, 2021.

Counterparty: Ed Fields Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
Item number:Item #39 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

City declares 347 properties public nuisance for noxious weeds

Owners of these properties will receive notice and must clear dangerous weeds or face city enforcement action. Affects neighborhood safety and property upkeep across all affected areas.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #40 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

City declares 95 weed-filled properties public nuisances

City is formally designating 95 parcels with hazardous weeds as public nuisances and will post notice on each, enabling enforcement action and abatement. Clears the legal path to remove dangerous vegetation from blighted properties.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #55 · 🚨 Emergency action ✨ Total cost: $40K

City hires REV Birmingham for emergency shelter planning ($40,162)

City is paying for research and design work to plan new emergency shelters, determining where they'll be located and how they'll operate. The scope and location of these facilities could affect neighborhood services and emergency response capacity.

Counterparty: REV Birmingham, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
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