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Would fill two representative seats and one professional historian position on the commission, which advises the city on historic preservation and cultural heritage matters affecting Birmingham neighborhoods.
If the council approves closure, approximately 900 feet of Woodcrest Road South and Warick Court South would be shut to traffic due to hazardous road conditions. Residents in the area would need alternative routes.
Items expected to pass as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.
Would allocate county community service funds to expand Park and Recreation's kids summer camp program if approved.
Would allocate opioid litigation settlement funds to the City Attorney's office for neighborhood revitalization programs. If approved, residents could see new community-focused initiatives funded through this recovery money.
Would fund speed cushions in the West End neighborhood, helping slow vehicle traffic and improve street safety for residents if approved.
If approved, would provide emergency overnight shelter and transitional housing for young adults ages 19-29 living with HIV and individuals over 30 with HIV, through June 2027. Targets support for ages 19-24 specifically for transitional housing.
If approved, the city would provide up to $100,000 to Flourish Alabama for youth programs, education, technology, music, art, health awareness, and community gardens through mid-2027. These initiatives would support neighborhood environments and youth development across the city.
If approved, the city would pay SurveyMonkey $17,333 annually to create surveys and gather resident feedback for city planning and decision-making.
If approved, the City would gain authority to condemn a portion of the property at 9848 Airport Road to construct a storm sewer as part of the Pine Knoll Vista Drainage Project, which would improve stormwater management in the area.
If approved, would charge the property owner $6,442.40 to recover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building at the site. The assessment would be placed against the parcel.
If approved, the property owner at 1809 Fulton Avenue SW would be assessed $15,086.40 to cover demolition costs for an unsafe building. The charge becomes a lien against the property.
If approved, the property owner at 1613 19th Street would be assessed $9,854 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building. The property owner would be responsible for paying this special assessment.
If approved, would bill the property owner at 126 6th Avenue North $6,553.20 to cover demolition of an unsafe building. The cost becomes a lien against the property.
If approved, the property owner at 122 6th Avenue North would be charged $6,553.20 to recover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the lot.
If approved, property owner at 1613 19th Street would be billed $9,854 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building. The assessment would be attached to the property tax record.
If approved, the property owner would be billed $6,703.60 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building at this address. The assessment would be recorded against the property.
Council would authorize charging the property owner $8,364 to recover the cost of demolishing an unsafe building at 600 3rd Avenue North. If approved, the assessment becomes a lien against the property.
Would charge the owner of 3301 Howard Avenue $8,421 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building. The special assessment becomes a lien on the property if unpaid.
Property owner at 1821 Maple Avenue would be billed $12,661 to recover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building. If approved, the assessment becomes a lien against the property.
If approved, the property owner at 4512 Doby Avenue would be assessed $14,652.80 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building on the site.
If approved, would charge the property owner $8,027.60 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building at this address. The owner would be liable for this special assessment.
If approved, the property owner at 8161 Rugby Avenue would be liable for the full cost of demolishing the unsafe structure. The assessment would be a lien against the property until paid.
If approved, the property owner at 511 80th Place South would be assessed $9,334.20 to cover demolition costs for the unsafe building.
If approved, would charge the property owner $4,999.92 for the city's cost to demolish an unsafe building at this address. The assessment would be recorded against the property.
If approved, would place a $5,576 special assessment against the property owner at 4005 Gray Avenue to recover demolition costs for an unsafe building. The property owner would be responsible for this debt.
If approved, the property owner at 3501 Bessemer Avenue would be charged $10,981 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe structure on the site.
If approved, the property owner at 3505 Bessemer would be assessed $11,109 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the lot. The owner would need to pay this amount to the city.
If approved, the property owner at 2404 Carlos Avenue would be billed $7,217.60 to recover the city's demolition costs for the unsafe structure. The assessment would become a lien against the property.
If approved, would charge the property owner $9,157.20 to recover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe structure at 2005 Pike Road.
Council will consider charging the property owner $6,367.20 to recover demolition costs for an unsafe building. If approved, the assessment becomes a lien against the property.
If approved, the property owner at 2353 23rd Street West would be assessed $6,659.60 to cover the city's costs for demolishing an unsafe building on the site.
Would place a $17,270 special assessment on the property at 2352 23rd Street West to recover demolition costs for an unsafe building. Owner would be liable for the debt.
If approved, the property owner at 2336 24th Street West would be charged $10,194 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building. The assessment would become a lien on the property.
If approved, the property owner at 2509 21st Street West would be assessed $13,980 to cover the city's cost to demolish an unsafe building. The fee would attach to the property.
If approved, the property owner at 233 86th Place South would be responsible for paying $11,938.40 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building. The assessment would be levied against the property.
Would place a $13,932 special assessment lien on the property at 1772 Pearson Avenue to recover the cost of demolishing an unsafe structure. The property owner would be responsible for payment.
Would replace flooring at the Police Department training facility at 401 6th Avenue South. Contract would be funded from the city's capital improvement budget if approved.
Council would authorize a one-year security maintenance contract for City Hall. If approved, Johnson Controls would provide ongoing maintenance for the building's security systems, ensuring continued facility safety and system uptime.
Council would authorize a repair contract for the City Hall security gate at 710 North 20th Street. The low-bid vendor would complete the work within the approved capital budget allocation.
Council would authorize a $2,906 contract to repair the access door at City Hall's Finance Department (710 North 20th Street). This is routine building maintenance to ensure secure access to city financial operations.
Would authorize the Fire and Rescue Department to purchase firefighter equipment and rescue tools from All Hands Fire Equipment over 12 months at pre-negotiated prices. Enables fire crews to maintain and upgrade protective gear and tools.
If approved, the city would establish a one-year purchasing agreement with Big Toys, Inc. for 2026 Model Gold Wing Touring Motorcycles for the Equipment Management Department, using general fund dollars already budgeted for FY 2026-2027.
If approved, the city would procure hydraulic hoses and fittings for Equipment Management operations over the next year at pre-agreed unit prices. Funding comes from FY 2026-2027 general budget.
Would authorize the city to purchase software solutions and services from Carahsoft Technology Corporation for the Information Management Services Department. The one-year contract allows the city to procure needed IT tools at pre-negotiated unit prices.
Would supply medical products, monitors, and software for Birmingham Fire and Rescue operations over the next year, supporting emergency response capabilities and patient care.
If approved, would authorize cloud computing services for the city's Information Management Services Department for 120 days. Would enable staff access to software, platform, and infrastructure tools needed for city operations.
Would authorize one year of software licenses for the Information Management Services Department under a GSA contract. Funding is already budgeted in FY 2026-2027.
Council would authorize $27,844 in general fund spending for Fire Department office furniture through a competitively awarded state contract. If approved, the city would complete the furnishing acquisition budgeted for FY 2026-2027.
If approved, would authorize spending $470.25 in general funds to purchase books and other materials for the Birmingham Public Library.
If approved, the city would spend $1,485.88 from the general fund to buy Bluetooth speakers for the Park and Recreation Department's equipment needs.
Council would approve a $352 purchase of a microwave oven for the Information Management Services Department, funded from the FY 2026-2027 budget.
This spending authorizes $384 from the general fund for hand warmers to support the Crossplex Department's operations in the coming year.
Council would authorize spending $7,403 in General Fund dollars on office furniture for the Information Management Services Department, sourced through a competitive state master agreement.
City would spend $10,275 in general-fund money to equip the Planning, Engineering and Permits Department with office furniture through a competitive state contract.
Council will authorize a routine office furniture purchase from state contract. The $3,235.35 expense was already budgeted in the FY 2026-2027 budget.
Council would approve a routine purchase of office furniture for the Fire Department using an existing state contract. This is a standard operational expense.
Council would authorize a capital purchase of specialized sewer-maintenance equipment to replace or expand the city's debris-removal capacity. The equipment supports ongoing wastewater-system upkeep.
Would authorize a $4,294 payment for Fire Department office furniture from the city's general fund, using an existing state contract for competitive pricing.
If approved, would authorize a 2-year monthly camera monitoring service at various Public Works locations. Funded from FY 2026-2027 general budget.
Would authorize the Chief Financial Officer to disburse $389,707 in refunds to five parties from city reserves. If approved, the funds would leave the general fund.
Council will review and approve the itemized expense reimbursements for appointed city officials. Affects how public funds are spent on official business expenses.
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.
Council vote would approve reimbursement of itemized employee business expenses from the general fund. Routine fiscal management affecting city payroll processing.
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 formally declare 190 properties across Birmingham to be public nuisances due to overgrown weeds. Property owners would receive notice by certified mail and posted on-site. A public hearing on November 10, 2026, would allow owners to object before the c