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Virtual Regular City Council Meeting - See Agenda for access

Tuesday, March 23, 2021 · 66 agenda items · 14 votes recorded

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passed #3069 official minutes · high
Re: #3. ROLL CALL text similarity · 75%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3070 provisional official minutes · high
Consent vote — covers 55 items
  • [6] CONSENT ITEM 3. A Resolution amending Resolution No. 124-21, adopted by the Council February 9, 2021, approving the application of Ampersandwich LLC for an On and Off Premise Beer and Wine License to be used at Ampersandwich Deli, 4120 - 3rd Avenue South, named in vote
  • [7] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 8. A Resolution relative to the application of Sonesta International Hotels Corporation for the transfer of a Restaurant Retail Liquor License to be used at Colonnade Courtyard by Marriott, 4300 Colonnade Parkway, Birmingham, and the heari named in vote
  • [8] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 9. A Resolution relative to the application of Lin's Dynasty, Inc. for Restaurant Retail Liquor License to be used at Pablo's Restaurant & Cantina, 3439 Colonnade Parkway Suite 1300, Birmingham, and the hearing of all interested parties. ( named in vote
  • [9] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 10. Resolution relative to the application of The Mobile Bay Trading Company LLC for a Restaurant Retail Liquor License to be used at Red or White Birmingham, 3916 Clairmont Avenue, Birmingham, and the hearing of all interested parties. ( named in vote
  • [10] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 12. A Resolution relative to the application of JJ Lewis Investments LLC for a Special Retail Liquor License 160 to be used at Lewis Roebuck Golf Course, 8920 Roebuck Boulevard, Birmingham, and the hearing of all interested parties. (Submi named in vote
  • [11] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 13. A Resolution relative to the application of Red Mountain Theatre Company, Inc. for a Special Events License 140 to be used at The Plaza Event, April 27, 2021 in the Parking Lot of 1600 - 3rd Avenue South, Birmingham, and the hearing of named in vote
  • [12] CONSENT ITEM 14. A Resolution relative to the application of Tony Duane Spencer for a Towing Service License to be used at Spencer Motors, Bessemer, Alabama, to operate one (1) wrecker on the streets of Birmingham. (Submitted by Councilor Williams, Chair named in vote
  • [13] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 15. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [14] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 16. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [15] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 17. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [16] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 18. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [17] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 19. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [18] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 20. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [19] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 21. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [20] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 22. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [21] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 23. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [22] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 24. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [23] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 25. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, named in vote
  • [24] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 26. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [25] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 27. A Resolution authorizing the abatement and removal of the following inoperable motor vehicle as a public nuisance existing on the following property and the costs of removal to be assessed against the registered owner of the vehicle, a named in vote
  • [26] CONSENT ITEM 30. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with BGrace Media, LLC, to provide ad placement, COVID - 19 and 2020 Census crisis management for City Council District 4, for a term ending June 30, 2021, in an amount not to exc named in vote
  • [27] CONSENT ITEM 33. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an Agreement with Mary Beth Young, to provide consulting services that will assist Council District 4 in efforts to promote and enhance growth for Council District 4 and the City o named in vote
  • [28] CONSENT ITEM 34. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with the Birmingham Board of Education, in an amount not to exceed $10,375.00, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §16-11-9.1, Codes of Alabama 1975, to provide the following g named in vote
  • [29] CONSENT ITEM 36. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with Christian Service Mission, in an amount not to exceed $15,000.00, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §38-2-9 Codes of Alabama, 1975, to provide the following goods and se named in vote
  • [30] CONSENT ITEM 38. A Resolution authorizing an agreement with Neighborhoods, USA ("NUSA"), in an amount not to exceed $125,250.00, for the registration of up to 495 Neighborhood Officers or volunteers of the City's Neighborhood Associations, not to exceed f named in vote
  • [31] CONSENT ITEM 39. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with T/U Landscape Service, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $3,900.00, pursuant to §11-40-1, §11-47-19, et seq. and §11-47-137 Codes of Alabama, 1975, to provide t named in vote
  • [32] CONSENT ITEM 40. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with T/U Landscape Service, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,500.00, pursuant to §11-40-1, §11-47-19, et seq. and §11-47-137 Codes of Alabama, 1975, to provide t named in vote
  • [33] CONSENT ITEM 41. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with T/U Landscape Service, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $3,315.00, pursuant to §11-40-1, §11-47-19, et seq. and §11-47-137 Codes of Alabama, 1975, to provide t named in vote
  • [34] CONSENT ITEM 42. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with Commander Board Signs, pursuant to §11-47-19, Code of Alabama, 1975, in an amount not to exceed $14,395.00, to provide the following goods and services for the C named in vote
  • [35] CONSENT ITEM 43. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to expend funds in an amount not to exceed $2,370.00, pursuant to §11-47-19, Code of Alabama, 1975, to purchase metal benches for the Roebuck Neighborhood as a part of their beautification project, said named in vote
  • [36] CONSENT ITEM 44. A Resolution approving payment to Jefferson County Emergency Management, Birmingham, in the amount of $282,275.00, as its FY2021 pro-rata share of the operational cost (dues) for the Agency as authorized by Section 31-9-10, Code of Alabam named in vote
  • [37] CONSENT ITEM 45. A Resolution approving payment to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina, in the amount of $20,190.00, for the purchase of water rescue equipment, in accordance with the National Purchasing Partner (NPPGov) Contract named in vote
  • [38] CONSENT ITEM 46. A Resolution approving payment to The Hon Company, LLC, Atlanta, Georgia, for the purchase of office furniture in the amount of $23,700.48, as needed at unit prices on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent, for the Planning, Engineer named in vote
  • [39] CONSENT ITEM 47. A Resolution approving payment to SAFCO Products Company, Minneapolis, Minnesota, for the purchase of office furniture in the amount of $277.20, at unit price on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent, for the Planning, Engineering an named in vote
  • [40] CONSENT ITEM 48. A Resolution approving payment to Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc., Montgomery, Alabama, for the purchase of 2021 Ford Ranger Super CAB 4x2 w/optional features as needed at the unit prices on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent f named in vote
  • [41] CONSENT ITEM 49. A Resolution approving payment to Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc., Montgomery, Alabama, for the purchase of 2021 Ford F-150 super cab 4 x 2 pickup w/optional features as needed at the unit prices on file in the office of the Purchasing named in vote
  • [42] CONSENT ITEM 50. A Resolution approving payment to Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc., Montgomery, Alabama, for the purchase of 2021 Ford Explorer w/optional features as needed at the unit prices on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent for a period named in vote
  • [43] CONSENT ITEM 51. A Resolution approving payment to Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc., Montgomery, Alabama, for the purchase of 2021 Ford F-150 super cab 4 x 2 pickup w/optional features as needed at the unit prices on file in the office of the Purchasing named in vote
  • [44] CONSENT ITEM 52. A Resolution approving payment to Quick Motors, Birmingham, in the amount of $584.80 for wreck repair on vehicle number 184363, for the Department of Equipment Management. [G/L Account: 001.151-004] (Recommended b named in vote
  • [45] CONSENT ITEM 53. A Resolution approving payment to Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc., Birmingham, in the amount of $890.55 for wreck repair on vehicle number 184391, for the Department of Equipment Management. [G/L Account: 001.151-004] (Submitted by the named in vote
  • [46] CONSENT ITEM 54. A Resolution approving payment to Tucker Paint and Body, Birmingham, in the amount of $512.20 for wreck repair on vehicle number 204323, for the Department of Equipment Management. [G/L Account: 001.151-004] (Reco named in vote
  • [47] CONSENT ITEM 55. A Resolution approving the following Expense Accounts: ** William Parker, Council President, City Council, Montgomery, Alabama, $371.60, February 09-11, 2021 to attend M named in vote
  • [48] CONSENT ITEM 56. A Resolution finding that the following one hundred twenty-nine (129) 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 p named in vote
  • [54] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 4. A Resolution relative to the application of Community Shelves LLC for the transfer of an Off Premise Beer and Wine License to be used at Save A Lot, 873 Dennison Avenue S.W., Birmingham, and the hearing of all interested parties. (Submi named in vote
  • [55] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 5. A Resolution relative to the application of Avine LLC for a Lounge Retail Liquor Class I License to be used at Avine, 2225 - 2nd Avenue North Birmingham, and the hearing of all interested parties. (Submitted by Councilor Williams, Chair named in vote
  • [56] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 6. A Resolution relative to the application of Cassanova LLC for a Lounge Retail Liquor Class I License to be used at Cassanova, 2312 - 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, and the hearing of all interested parties. (Submitted by Councilor Willia named in vote
  • [57] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 7. A Resolution relative to the application of Pryor Corp LLC for a Lounge Retail Liquor Class I License to be used at The Eighty-8, 2012 Magnolia Avenue South Suite R-5 and R-7, Birmingham, and the hearing of all interested parties. (Subm named in vote
  • [58] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 11. WITHDRAWN A Resolution relative to the application of B&B Bartending LLC for the transfer of a Special Retail Liquor License 160 to be used at The Birmingham Museum, 2000 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Boulevard, Birmingham, and the hearin named in vote
  • [61] CONSENT ITEM 29. A Resolution approving, and authorizing the Mayor to execute a Second Amendment to Master Contract for Public Safety Services (Surveillance Equipment - Governmental) with Alabama Power Company (APC) to provide that APC will install and ma named in vote
  • [62] CONSENT ITEM 31. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an Agreement with Girls Life Unlimited, to provide goods and services to the poor and needy in the City of Birmingham through workforce development training, job readiness/awarenes named in vote
  • [63] CONSENT ITEM 32. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an Agreement with 02 Ideas Incorporated, to provide studio time, scripting, ad placement, and communication services on behalf of the Birmingham City Council, for a term ending Jun named in vote
  • [64] CONSENT ITEM 35. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with the Birmingham Board of Education, in an amount not to exceed $27,000.00, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §16-11-9.1, Codes of Alabama 1975, to provide the following named in vote
  • [65] CONSENT ITEM 37. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Club, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $17,500.00, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §38-2-9 Codes of Alabama, 1975, to provide the following named in vote
  • [5] CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA named in vote
  • [50] APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA named in vote
10–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3071 official minutes · high
Re: #1. INVOCATION item number · 70%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3072 official minutes · high
Re: #2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilor Valerie Abbott item number · 70%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3073 official minutes · high
Re: #4. MINUTES NOT READY: September 22, 2020 – March 16, 2021 item number · 70%
9–0
Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Parker · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Abbott · YEA
passed #3074 official minutes · high
Re: #6. CONSENT ITEM 3. A Resolution amending Resolution No. 124-21, adopted by the Council February 9, 2021, approving the app… item number · 70%
8–1
Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Parker · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Abbott · YEA Hoyt · NAY
passed #3075 official minutes · high
Re: #7. CONSENT(ph) ITEM 8. A Resolution relative to the application of Sonesta International Hotels Corporation for the transfe… item number · 70%
8–1
Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Parker · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Abbott · YEA Hoyt · NAY
passed #3076 official minutes · high
Re: #28. CONSENT ITEM 34. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with the Birmingham Board of Ed… item number · 70%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3077 official minutes · high
Re: #29. CONSENT ITEM 36. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with Christian Service Mission,… item number · 70%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3078 official minutes · high
Re: #31. CONSENT ITEM 39. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with T/U Landscape Service, Inc… item number · 70%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3079 official minutes · high
Re: #32. CONSENT ITEM 40. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with T/U Landscape Service, Inc… item number · 70%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3080 official minutes · high
Re: #35. CONSENT ITEM 43. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to expend funds in an amount not to exceed $2,370.00, pursuant to §… item number · 70%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3081 official minutes · high
Re: #37. CONSENT ITEM 45. A Resolution approving payment to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina, in th… item number · 70%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3082 official minutes · high
Re: #5. CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA item number · 70%
8–1
Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Parker · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Abbott · YEA Hoyt · NAY
Business

Regular Agenda (12)

Procedural: INVOCATION
Procedural: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilor Valerie Abbott
Procedural: ROLL CALL
Procedural: MINUTES NOT READY: September 22, 2020 – March 16, 2021
Procedural: CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS FOR FINAL PASSAGE
Item number:Item #53 Total cost: undisclosed

Zoning change: parcel rezoned from residential to light manufacturing

Land currently zoned for single-family homes will be rezoned to allow manufacturing use. This change permits industrial activity in what was previously a residential zone and may affect neighboring property values and neighborhood character.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Zoning
Item number:Item #59 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $3K

City sells foreclosed property at 4932 5th Ave S to Merak S&D LLC for $3,083

City recovers funds from a foreclosed property and returns it to private ownership. The sale price of $3,083 reflects the property's appraised value after acquisition through foreclosure.

Counterparty: Merak S&D LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: 4932 5th Ave S
Procedural: INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Procedural: OLD AND NEW BUSINESS
Procedural: ADJOURNMENT
Consent calendar

Consent Agenda (54)

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

Item number:Item #6 Total cost: undisclosed

Ampersandwich Deli gets on-and-off beer and wine license

Ampersandwich LLC at 4120 3rd Avenue South is approved to sell beer and wine for consumption on premises and off-site, expanding the deli's beverage offerings.

Counterparty: Ampersandwich LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 4120 3rd Avenue South
Item number:Item #7 Total cost: undisclosed

Sonesta Hotels receives liquor license for Colonnade Courtyard Marriott

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation gains permission to serve alcohol at the Colonnade Courtyard by Marriott hotel at 4300 Colonnade Parkway.

Counterparty: Sonesta International Hotels Corporation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 4300 Colonnade Parkway, Birmingham
Item number:Item #8 Total cost: undisclosed

Lin's Dynasty Inc. seeks restaurant liquor license for Pablo's

Lin's Dynasty Inc. is applying for a liquor license at Pablo's Restaurant & Cantina on Colonnade Parkway. The hearing allows residents to voice support or concerns about alcohol service at this location.

Counterparty: Lin's Dynasty, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 3439 Colonnade Parkway Suite 1300, Birmingham
Item number:Item #9 Total cost: undisclosed

Restaurant liquor license sought for Red or White Birmingham

Mobile Bay Trading Company seeks approval to serve alcohol at Red or White Birmingham on Clairmont Avenue. The city holds a public hearing to consider the application.

Counterparty: The Mobile Bay Trading Company LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 3916 Clairmont Avenue, Birmingham
Item number:Item #10 Total cost: undisclosed

JJ Lewis Investments seeks liquor license for golf course

JJ Lewis Investments is applying for a retail liquor license to sell alcohol at Lewis Roebuck Golf Course on Roebuck Boulevard. The decision will determine whether the business can serve drinks on site.

Counterparty: JJ Lewis Investments LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 8920 Roebuck Boulevard, Birmingham
Item number:Item #11 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Red Mountain Theatre gets special events license for April plaza event

Red Mountain Theatre Company can host a public event at 1600 3rd Avenue South parking lot on April 27, 2021. Special events licenses allow community organizations to use city spaces for performances and gatherings.

Counterparty: Red Mountain Theatre Company, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 1600 3rd Avenue South, Birmingham
Item number:Item #12 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves towing license for Spencer Motors in Bessemer

Grants Tony Duane Spencer permission to operate one wrecker vehicle on Birmingham streets from his Bessemer location.

Counterparty: Tony Duane Spencer Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Spencer Motors, Bessemer, Alabama
Item number:Item #13 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

City removes abandoned or disabled car from property and charges owner for removal costs.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #14 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

Abate inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

City will remove an abandoned or broken-down vehicle and charge the vehicle owner for the cost of removal.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #15 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

Inoperable vehicle removal; owner charged for costs

City will remove an abandoned or broken-down car from a property and bill the registered owner for the removal cost.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #16 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; costs billed to owner

City removes abandoned or broken-down vehicle from a property and charges the registered owner for removal costs, helping clear public nuisances from neighborhoods.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #17 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

Inoperable vehicle removed as public nuisance

City removes abandoned or broken-down vehicle from residential or commercial property. Removal costs charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition
Item number:Item #18 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles can attract crime, lower neighborhood appeal, and pose safety risks. The city removes the vehicle and bills the owner for removal costs.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #19 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are eyesores and safety hazards in neighborhoods. The city removes them and charges the vehicle owner for the cost.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Inoperable vehicle removed as public nuisance; owner pays cost

City removes a junk vehicle from a neighborhood property. The registered owner will be billed for the removal and abatement costs.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #22 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle, bills registered owner

City removes junk cars declared public nuisances. Removal costs charged to the vehicle owner.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #23 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle, assesses removal cost to owner

City removes abandoned or broken-down vehicles from residential streets and neighborhoods. Removal cost is billed to the registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #24 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable motor vehicle as public nuisance

City removes abandoned or non-working vehicle from property and bills the registered owner for removal costs.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #25 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

City removes abandoned vehicle from property; owner pays removal costs.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #26 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council hires BGrace Media for District 4 communications, through June 2021

City commits to a media and communications firm to handle public information about COVID-19 and the 2020 Census in Council District 4. Contract covers advertising, crisis messaging, and community outreach.

Counterparty: BGrace Media, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: City Council District 4
Item number:Item #28 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $10K

City approves $10,375 agreement with Birmingham Board of Education

City commits $10,375 from general funds to provide unspecified services to the school system.

Counterparty: Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #29 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $15K

City contracts with Christian Service Mission for $15,000

City commits $15,000 in public funds to Christian Service Mission for goods and services. Purpose details are incomplete in the agenda.

Counterparty: Christian Service Mission Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #30 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $125K

City spends $125K to register 495 neighborhood officers with NUSA

City is funding professional registration and training for neighborhood volunteer leaders through a national nonprofit. This supports civic engagement infrastructure in local associations citywide.

Counterparty: Neighborhoods, USA (NUSA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #31 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $4K

City contracts T/U Landscape Service for $3,900

City approves $3,900 for landscape maintenance services from general funds.

Counterparty: T/U Landscape Service, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #32 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $2K

City approves $1,500 landscape service contract with T/U Landscape

City commits $1,500 from general funds to T/U Landscape Service for grounds maintenance or landscaping work.

Counterparty: T/U Landscape Service, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #33 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $3K

City awards $3,315 landscaping contract to T/U Landscape Service

City spending tax dollars on landscaping maintenance services. Contract appears routine but citizens deserve transparency on vendor selection and service scope.

Counterparty: T/U Landscape Service, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #34 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $14K

City awards $14,395 contract to Commander Board Signs

City approves spending up to $14,395 with Commander Board Signs for goods or services. Item on consent agenda.

Counterparty: Commander Board Signs Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #35 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $2K

City spends $2,370 on metal benches for Roebuck beautification

The city will purchase metal benches for the Roebuck neighborhood as part of a community beautification project, funded from the general fund.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: Roebuck
Item number:Item #36 · 🚨 Emergency action ✨ Total cost: $282K

City pays $282,275 to Jefferson County Emergency Management

Birmingham funds its share of county emergency management operations—fire, rescue, and disaster response. This annual payment is required by state law.

Counterparty: Jefferson County Emergency Management Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
Item number:Item #37 · 🚨 Emergency action ✨ Total cost: $20K

City buys water rescue equipment from Municipal Emergency Services for $20,190

Water rescue equipment upgrades strengthen emergency response capacity for flood, swift-water, and drowning incidents across the city.

Counterparty: Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #38 · 🏠 Housing Stability Total cost: $24K

Council approves $23,700 office furniture purchase from Hon Company

City buys office desks and chairs for Planning and Engineering departments from Hon Company using general fund dollars.

Counterparty: The Hon Company, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
Item number:Item #39 · 🏠 Housing Stability Total cost: $277

City approves $277.20 office furniture purchase from SAFCO

Routine purchase of office furniture for Planning and Engineering departments using general funds.

Counterparty: SAFCO Products Company Funding source: General Fund Action type: Appropriation
Item number:Item #40 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

City approves purchase of 2021 Ford Ranger from Stivers Ford

City spending public funds on vehicle purchase through competitive procurement. Specific dollar amount not provided in agenda.

Counterparty: Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: Montgomery, Alabama
Item number:Item #41 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

City awards contract to Stivers Ford for 2021 F-150 pickup

City purchases vehicle for municipal use. Price details kept on file at Purchasing office.

Counterparty: Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award Location: Montgomery, Alabama
Item number:Item #42 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Stivers Ford authorized to supply Ford Explorers

City commits to purchasing 2021 Ford Explorers from Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury at unit prices agreed with the Purchasing Agent. Impact on residents depends on purpose of vehicles and total cost.

Counterparty: Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Montgomery, Alabama
Item number:Item #43 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves Ford F-150 purchase from Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury

City purchases a 2021 Ford F-150 pickup truck from local dealer Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury at pre-negotiated unit prices. Specific dollar amount not disclosed in agenda.

Counterparty: Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Montgomery, Alabama
Item number:Item #44 Total cost: $584

City pays Quick Motors $584.80 for vehicle wreck repair

Department of Equipment Management covers wreck damage to vehicle 184363 through this vendor payment from the general fund.

Counterparty: Quick Motors, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Other
Item number:Item #45 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $890

City pays Stivers Ford $890.55 for vehicle repairs

Department of Equipment Management repairs vehicle #184391. General fund covers the cost.

Counterparty: Stivers Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc. Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #46 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $512

City pays Tucker Paint and Body $512.20 for vehicle repair

Routine maintenance payment for city fleet vehicle. This spending decision is on consent agenda for quick approval.

Counterparty: Tucker Paint and Body, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #47 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $371

Council approves $371.60 travel expense for President Parker

Reimbursement for Council President William Parker's February 2021 travel to Montgomery; routine expense from city general fund.

Counterparty: William Parker Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #48 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability Total cost: undisclosed

City declares 129 properties public nuisance for overgrown weeds

Property owners with noxious weeds will be notified and must clear them or face enforcement action. Addresses neighborhood blight affecting health and property values across the city.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Weed abatement
Item number:Item #54 Total cost: undisclosed

Community Shelves LLC: off-premise beer/wine license for Save A Lot location

Community Shelves LLC is transferring an off-premise beer and wine license to the Save A Lot store at 873 Dennison Avenue S.W. The hearing allows residents and interested parties to comment on the license change before approval.

Counterparty: Community Shelves LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 873 Dennison Avenue S.W., Birmingham
Item number:Item #55 Total cost: undisclosed

Avine LLC seeks liquor license for lounge at 2225 2nd Ave N

New liquor lounge coming to 2nd Avenue North. Council will hear from the applicant and public before voting on the license.

Counterparty: Avine LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 2225 - 2nd Avenue North Birmingham
Item number:Item #56 Total cost: undisclosed

Cassanova LLC seeks Lounge Retail Liquor License at 2312 1st Avenue North

Approval would allow Cassanova to serve alcohol at the 1st Avenue North location. The Council will hear from interested parties before deciding.

Counterparty: Cassanova LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 2312 1st Avenue North, Birmingham
Item number:Item #57 Total cost: undisclosed

Lounge liquor license approved for The Eighty-8, 2012 Magnolia Ave

Pryor Corp LLC gains retail liquor authority to serve alcohol at The Eighty-8 on Magnolia Avenue South. New liquor licenses reshape neighborhood character and local business competition.

Counterparty: Pryor Corp LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 2012 Magnolia Avenue South Suite R-5 and R-7
Item number:Item #61 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

Second amendment: APC surveillance equipment contract extended

City extends contract with Alabama Power Company for installation and maintenance of surveillance equipment. Affects public safety infrastructure and camera network operations.

Counterparty: Alabama Power Company (APC) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract amendment
Item number:Item #62 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council authorizes agreement with Girls Life Unlimited for job training

City partners with Girls Life Unlimited to deliver workforce development and job readiness training to residents facing hardship.

Counterparty: Girls Life Unlimited Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #63 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City Council hires 02 Ideas for media and communications services

City taxpayers are funding a media production and advertising vendor. The contract covers studio time, scripting, and ad placement services for Council communications.

Counterparty: 02 Ideas Incorporated Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Item number:Item #64 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $27K

City commits $27K to Birmingham Board of Education agreement

City is spending $27,000 from general funds on a new agreement with the school board. The item text doesn't specify what services or programs this funds, so the exact impact on residents is unclear.

Counterparty: Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: General Fund Action type: Contract award
Item number:Item #65 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $18K

City commits $17,500 to A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Club

Public funding supports youth programs and community services at a nonprofit organization serving local children and families.

Counterparty: A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Club, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
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