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council Birmingham · Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Regular City Council Meeting

Agenda items
62
28 consent · 34 regular
Votes
17
minutes text
Total dollars
$96,333
16 items with amounts
Roll call

Votes (17)

passed #3570 official minutes · high
Re: #2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council President William Parker structured fact · 80%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3571 official minutes · high
Re: #2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council President William Parker structured fact · 80%
9–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3572 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA
passed #3573 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA
passed #3575 official minutes · high
Re: #3. ROLL CALL text similarity · 75%
8–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA
passed #3576 official minutes · high
Re: #61. OLD AND NEW BUSINESS text similarity · 75%
8–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA
passed #3577 official minutes · high
Re: #46. ITEM 10. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to expend funds for a total of up to three (3) representatives from each of … structured fact · 80%
5–2
Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Woods · YEA Abbott · NAY Williams · NAY
passed #3578 official minutes · high
Re: #47. CONSENT ITEM 24. A Resolution approving payment to ABC Store 192, Birmingham, in the amount of $3,500.00, to purchase s… structured fact · 90%
7–0
Abbott · YEA Alexander · YEA Hilliard · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA
passed #3579 official minutes · high
Re: #17. CONSENT ITEM 12. A Resolution fixing a special assessment in the amount of $6,990.20 against the property located at 47… structured fact · 80%
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Parker · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3580 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3581 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3582 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3583 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3584 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA Hoyt · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3585 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
7–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
passed #3586 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
7–0
Abbott · YEA Hilliard · YEA O’Quinn · YEA Smitherman · YEA Williams · YEA Woods · YEA Parker · YEA
Business

Regular Agenda (34)

Procedural: INVOCATION: Reverend Dr. Larry Batie, Pastor, Metropolitan C.M.E. Church, Ensley
Procedural: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council President William Parker
Procedural: ROLL CALL
Procedural: APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES: September 10 and 17, 2019
Procedural: MINUTES NOT READY: September 24, 2019 - January 21, 2020
Procedural: COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
Procedural: PRESENTATIONS
· Item number:Item #34 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Magic City Coffee Roasters gets beer/wine license for The Red Cat

Magic City Coffee Roasters can now serve beer and wine at The Red Cat venue. This allows the business to expand its alcohol offerings under an existing 2019 license framework.

Counterparty: Magic City Coffee Roasters LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: The Red Cat
· Item number:Item #35 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves federal DOJ grant amendment for community development

City is amending a prior grant agreement to accept additional federal funding from the U.S. Department of Justice for community and economic development purposes.

Counterparty: U.S. Department of Justice Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
· Item number:Item #36 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City explores bid to host World Fire and Police Games

Birmingham may compete to host this major sporting event, which could bring national attention, tourism revenue, and temporary job opportunities to the city.

Counterparty: World Fire and Police Games Board of Directors Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
· Item number:Item #37 Total cost: undisclosed

City hosts District 1 I-20X High-Speed Rail Conference March 16–27

Birmingham is hosting a regional high-speed rail conference at the convention center, bringing public discussion of transit infrastructure to the city. The event offers residents a chance to learn about planned rail connectivity across District 1.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Proclamation Location: 1001 19th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
· Item number:Item #38 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City declares Spades Tournament a public purpose

Clears the way for the District #1 Spades Tournament (Feb 14–Mar 31, 2020) to proceed as an official city event. Recognizes community recreation as a legitimate public service.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Procedural: CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS FOR FINAL PASSAGE
· Item number:Item #43 Total cost: undisclosed

Annexation: City extends corporate limits under state law

City boundary expansion may affect property taxes, municipal services, and zoning rules for residents in the annexed area. Specific parcels and neighborhoods are not yet detailed in this notice.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Annexation
· Item number:Item #44 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor signs BOLD Program Agreement with 5 Points West/Crossplex Business Allianc

5 Points West/Crossplex Business Alliance partnership under BOLD (Building Opportunities program) aims to support business development in the area. Details on funding, timeline, and specific commitments are not yet clear from the item title.

Counterparty: 5 Points West/Crossplex Business Alliance, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
Procedural: INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
· Item number:Item #46 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City funds NUSA Conference attendance for ~300 neighborhood leaders

Covers travel costs for elected representatives from all 99 city neighborhoods to attend the NUSA Conference. Strengthens neighborhood participation in citywide civic planning and coordination.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
· Item number:Item #48 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set on zoning change (Case ZAC2019-00012)

Council will consider rezoning land from CB-2 to an unspecified district on February 25, 2020. Details on affected location and new zoning are needed to assess impact on your neighborhood.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: 2020-02-25
· Item number:Item #49 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set: Zoning change from B-6 to new district (Case ZAC2019-00015)

City will consider rezoning property currently zoned for health and insurance businesses. Hearing scheduled Feb. 25, 2020; outcome will affect what uses are allowed at the affected location(s).

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: February 25, 2020
· Item number:Item #50 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set Feb. 25 on zoning change (Case ZAC2019-00030)

City will hear public comment on rezoning proposal to change zone boundaries from R-3 (single-family). Check the case number to see if your neighborhood is affected and when rezoning would take effect.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: 2020-02-25
· Item number:Item #51 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set for zoning change (Case ZAC2019-00031)

Birmingham will hold a hearing on February 25, 2020 to consider rezoning property—the outcome will determine what can be built or how land is used.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: 2020-02-25
· Item number:Item #52 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set for zoning change: R-3 to unknown district

A zoning change could affect what can be built or how land is used in your neighborhood. The public hearing on February 25, 2020 is your chance to comment on the proposed change.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: 2020-02-25
· Item number:Item #53 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set for zoning change (Case ZAC2019-00033)

City Council will hear arguments on Feb. 25, 2020 about changing zone boundaries from B-6 (Health and Insurance) to another district. The outcome will affect allowed uses and development potential for the affected property.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Zoning Public hearing: February 25, 2020
Procedural: REQUEST FROM THE PUBLIC
· Item number:Item #55 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set on zoning map change (Case ZAC2019-00012)

A zoning district boundary change will be debated at a public hearing on February 25, 2020. The specific neighborhoods and properties affected are unclear from this item alone, but zoning changes can impact property values, permitted uses, and neighborhood character.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: 2020-02-25
· Item number:Item #56 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set: Zoning change from B-6 to new district (Case ZAC2019-00015)

City will consider rezoning property currently zoned for health and insurance businesses. Hearing scheduled Feb. 25, 2020; outcome will affect what uses are allowed at the affected location(s).

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: February 25, 2020
· Item number:Item #57 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set Feb. 25 on zoning change (Case ZAC2019-00030)

City will hear public comment on rezoning proposal to change zone boundaries from R-3 (single-family). Check the case number to see if your neighborhood is affected and when rezoning would take effect.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: 2020-02-25
· Item number:Item #58 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set for zoning change (Case ZAC2019-00031)

Birmingham will hold a hearing on February 25, 2020 to consider rezoning property—the outcome will determine what can be built or how land is used.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: 2020-02-25
· Item number:Item #59 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set for zoning change: R-3 to unknown district

A zoning change could affect what can be built or how land is used in your neighborhood. The public hearing on February 25, 2020 is your chance to comment on the proposed change.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Public hearing: 2020-02-25
· Item number:Item #60 Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set for zoning change (Case ZAC2019-00033)

City Council will hear arguments on Feb. 25, 2020 about changing zone boundaries from B-6 (Health and Insurance) to another district. The outcome will affect allowed uses and development potential for the affected property.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Zoning Public hearing: February 25, 2020
Procedural: OLD AND NEW BUSINESS
Procedural: ADJOURNMENT
Consent calendar

Consent Agenda (28)

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

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