Regular City Council Meeting

Lucky Star Food Mart: beer and wine license approved

Lucky Star Food Mart at 4917 Messer Airport Highway is approved to sell beer and wine. License transfers allow off-premises sales at convenience stores and markets.

Off-premises beer and wine license transfer approved for Pinson Valley Marathon

RK Quick Stop #2 LLC can now sell beer and wine at the gas station/convenience store at 4567 Pinson Valley Parkway. This is a routine license transfer that allows the business to operate with alcohol sales.

Savanah Enterprises gets off-premise beer and wine license at Montclair Road

Savanah's #1 at 1557 Montclair Road can now sell packaged beer and wine. Public hearing held to allow residents to comment on the license transfer.

Off-premise beer & wine license approved for 77 Street Foodmart

H S Store LLC gains permission to sell beer and wine at 217 Oporto Madrid Boulevard South. This allows the business to operate a liquor retail service in the area.

Beer and wine license transfer approved for Stadium Food Mart

DG & AN Enterprises LLC gains permission to sell beer and wine at Stadium Food Mart #2 on Pearson Avenue. Liquor license transfers are public decisions that affect neighborhood commerce and local retail operations.

Beer and wine license granted to Gatos and Beans at 4348 3rd Court South

Gatos and Beans can now serve alcohol at their location in Birmingham. This allows the business to expand its beverage offerings to customers.

Restaurant liquor license transfer approved for Mugshots Grill & Bar

Rayburn Hospitality Uptown LLC gains permission to serve alcohol at the restaurant located on Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard North, enabling the business to operate with full licensing.

Cruseco Inc. seeks liquor license for Eats Highland restaurant

A new restaurant on Highland Avenue South is seeking approval to serve alcohol. Council will consider the application and hear from the public.

Liquor license transfer: H S Store LLC for 217 Oporto Madrid Blvd South

H S Store LLC seeks to transfer a Class II Lounge Retail Liquor License to operate at 77 Street Foodmart. This affects what alcohol sales are permitted at that location.

Liquor license transfer approved for T&T Package Store

Michael L. Irvine, Jr. is transferring a Class II lounge retail liquor license to T&T Package Store at 2908 27th Street North. The business can now legally sell beer, wine, and spirits at that location.

Do Dah Day: Special Events License approved for May 18, 2019

Council approves permit for Do Dah Day festival at Rhodes Park. Event brings food, music, and community gathering to Birmingham.

Tre Luna Catering approved for IndiaFest event license

Tre Luna Catering is authorized to provide food service at IndiaFest on April 18, 2019 in the parking lot at 1200 10th Avenue South.

Tre Luna Catering granted special events license for June 15 event at 10th Avenu

Local vendor gets permission to operate catering at a public parking lot event on June 15, 2019. Council approval allows the event to proceed as planned.

Special Events License approved for TedX Birmingham catering

Tre Luna Catering can operate food service at TedX Birmingham on May 4, 2019 in the parking lot at 1200 10th Avenue South.

B&B Bartending LLC wins liquor license for Swann Lake Stables

B&B Bartending LLC receives a Special Retail Liquor License to serve alcohol at Swann Lake Stables on Sicard Hollow Road. This allows the venue to operate a licensed bar.

City removes inoperable vehicle, assesses removal costs to owner

Clears abandoned or nonfunctional vehicles from neighborhoods, reducing blight and public safety hazards. Costs are recovered from the registered owner.

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; costs charged to owner

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles on residential streets create safety hazards and neighborhood blight. This removal clears the public right-of-way and shifts cleanup costs to the vehicle's registered owner rather than taxpayers.

Inoperable vehicle removal authorized; costs billed to owner

City can remove abandoned cars cluttering neighborhoods and bill the registered owner for cleanup costs, helping reduce blight on residential streets.

Council authorizes removal of inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

City removes abandoned vehicle cluttering neighborhood; cost of removal charged to registered owner.

City removes inoperable vehicles as public nuisances; owner pays costs

Abandoned or inoperable cars are removed from neighborhoods and costs are charged to the registered owners. Clears blight and improves neighborhood safety and appearance.

Council orders removal of inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

City removes abandoned or broken-down vehicle from neighborhood; owner bears removal costs.

City abates inoperable motor vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned vehicles create blight, pose safety hazards, and lower neighborhood quality of life. Removal costs get charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

City partners with AIDS Alabama for rental & support services

Low-income residents living with HIV/AIDS will gain access to rental assistance and supportive services through this partnership. The agreement expands safety-net housing resources for a vulnerable population.

City funds $10K school arts programming

Birmingham Board of Education receives $10,000 from city general funds to deliver performance arts programs to students.

City funds Huffman Academy support program for $873.75

Birmingham commits funds to the Birmingham Board of Education to support Huffman Academy operations.

City partners with Urban League to support low-income residents

City will coordinate goods and services for residents in need through the Birmingham Urban League. This establishes an ongoing partnership to connect low-income households with assistance programs.

City agrees to $9,623 contract with Birmingham Black Nurses Association

City commits general funds to partner with Black Nurses Association on services or programming. Details on the agreement's scope and public benefit are not provided in the agenda item.

City authorizes agreement with Boy Scouts of America

City will provide goods and services to the Greater Alabama Council of the Boy Scouts. Details on the nature and cost of services are not disclosed in the item text.

City amends BOLD Program agreement with Jones Valley Teaching Farm

The city is modifying its partnership with Jones Valley Teaching Farm under the BOLD Program, which supports urban agriculture and community food access in Birmingham neighborhoods.

Mayor authorized to execute agreement with Mama Willia's House, Inc.

City enters partnership with community organization under state constitutional authority. Specific program details and funding not disclosed in agenda item.

City approves services agreement with Triumph Services, Inc.

The city is entering a contract with Triumph Services to provide assistance for adults in Birmingham, though the full scope of services and budget details are not disclosed in the item summary.

City approves YWCA supervised visitation center agreement

Agreement lets YWCA Central Alabama operate a supervised visitation and exchange center for families in custody disputes or with court-ordered safety concerns.

Settlement: City authorizes payment to Nakilia Thompson

City settles a claim brought by Nakilia Thompson. Settlement terms and dollar amount are not disclosed in the agenda item.

City appoints voting delegate to Alabama League of Municipalities

Birmingham's representative will cast the city's votes on statewide municipal policy at the annual convention, including decisions on legislative priorities and association governance.

City recognizes District #5 Symphony of Service community meeting

Council formally declares the neighborhood officers and constituent meeting serves a public purpose, affirming civic engagement and goodwill in District 5.

CONSENT ITEM 46. A Resolution determining that the District # 9 Quarterly Meetings taking place around April, May, and/or June for the general public within the corporate limits of the City of Birmingham and Montgomery (AL), serve a public purpose public

Mayor authorized to sign West End Academy funding agreement with BOE

City and school board will coordinate support for West End Academy. Agreement details and funding level not fully disclosed in agenda summary.

City funds $100 in calling credits for Brown Springs neighborhood group

Brown Springs Neighborhood Association receives 1,000 calling credits to support community outreach and engagement efforts.

City contracts T U Landscape Services for $3,900

Sole-source agreement funds landscape maintenance services. Small routine spending item on consent agenda.

Council funds $400 neighborhood meeting sign for Brownsville Heights

City sets aside $400 to purchase a meeting sign for the Brownsville Heights Neighborhood Association, supporting community gathering space.

City contracts with Bad Boy Butch Entertainment for $350

City commits $350 in general funds to entertainment services via sole-source agreement with independent contractor.

City sets aside $300 for neighborhood association signs

Funds six signs to publicize neighborhood association meetings on the second of each month, helping residents stay informed about local organizing in their communities.

City spends $250 to support J. O. High School Living Legend Luncheon

The city set aside $250 from the general fund for a community luncheon celebrating the school's legacy, demonstrating public investment in neighborhood schools and student recognition programs.

City allocates $2,000 to Southside Library for materials

Southside Library receives funding for new books, audiovisual materials, or furnishings that expand services and resources for residents in the Southside neighborhood.

City sets aside $10K for Special Needs Playground at Bessie Estelle Park

New accessible playground will serve children with disabilities in the community. Park Board will oversee design and construction.

Council sets aside $2K for Smithfield Library purchases

Smithfield Library receives funding for materials or equipment. Small routine allocation.

City spends $1,000 on dog waste bags for Highland Park

Dog waste stations in Highland Park Community get refilled. Helps keep neighborhood parks cleaner for residents and pets.

Spending $576 on graffiti removal supplies in Highlan neighborhood

City removes graffiti from the Highlan neighborhood, investing in neighborhood clean-up and blight prevention.

City sets aside $800 to rent tables and chairs for event

Routine spending from general fund for event setup. Amount and purpose are transparent for public review.

City spends $1,498 for folding tables and chairs

General fund purchases 4 commercial folding tables and 32 folding chairs for city operations.

City spends $4,000 to trim 250 crepe myrtles with Craig's Quality Tree Service

Routine maintenance contract to keep city street trees healthy and safe. Work includes trimming approximately 250 crepe myrtles.

City spends $7,725 to install security cameras on transit authority buses

Three new security cameras will be installed on Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority buses, improving safety monitoring for riders and operators.

City buys 15 signage banners for Smithfield from The Sign Shop

Public art and wayfinding in Smithfield neighborhood. Neighborhood branding and visibility investment using $1,424.50 in city funds.

City buys 15 signage banners for Smithfield from The Sign Shop

Public art and wayfinding in Smithfield neighborhood. Neighborhood branding and visibility investment using $1,424.50 in city funds.

City contracts Green Life Lawn Service for West Goldwire sign upkeep

City sets aside funds to maintain the neighborhood entrance sign in West Goldwire, keeping the area visually welcoming.

City declares 2919 Avenue C unsafe, orders demolition

Building at 2919 Avenue C is being torn down after officials found it unsafe and a public nuisance. Demolition removes a blighted property from the neighborhood.

Unsafe building at 808 45th Street (Ensley) ordered demolished

City will demolish this blighted structure, removing a public safety hazard and potential fire risk from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1507 51st Street, Ensley

Unsafe structure at this address will be demolished, clearing a blighted property and reducing neighborhood hazards in Ensley.

Unsafe building at 2801 Avenue V ordered demolished

City removes a dangerous, blighted property from the neighborhood. Demolition clears the way for potential redevelopment and improves safety on the block.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1517 Fred L. Shuttlesworth Drive

Property declared unsafe public nuisance; demolition removes blight and hazard from neighborhood.

City to demolish unsafe building at 2708 40th Ave N

Unsafe structure declared public nuisance and will be demolished. Removes neighborhood hazard.

Unsafe building at 516 4th Terrace North ordered demolished

City will tear down this deteriorated structure, removing a blight hazard and public safety risk from the neighborhood.

City to demolish unsafe building at 518 4th Terrace North

Blighted building will be removed from neighborhood. Property at 518 4th Terrace North is declared unsafe and a public nuisance.

Unsafe building at 520 4th Terrace North ordered demolished

City has declared the structure unsafe and a public nuisance, and will proceed with demolition. Removes a blighted property from the neighborhood.

Council declares 4025 Park Ave S.W. unsafe; orders demolition

Property at 4025 Park Avenue S.W. will be demolished after the city determined it poses a safety risk and blight concern. Clears another unsafe structure from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 419 Theta Avenue

Unsafe structure at 419 Theta Avenue will be torn down to remove a public nuisance and improve neighborhood safety.

Unsafe building at 5724 King Drive ordered demolished

City is removing a condemned structure in Roosevelt City neighborhood. Demolition clears blight and public safety hazards from the community.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 5019 Jefferson Ave SW

Building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance will be torn down, clearing a blighted property and reducing neighborhood hazards.

Demolition ordered for unsafe building at 1409 Tuscaloosa Ave S.W.

City declares this property unsafe and a public nuisance, moving to tear it down. Removes a blighted structure from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 8128 3rd Ave S

Blighted property at 8128 3rd Avenue South is being demolished after designation as unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal reduces neighborhood blight and fire/safety hazards.

Unsafe building at 5101 1st Ave. N ordered demolished

City will demolish a condemned property deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removes blight and potential hazard from the neighborhood.

City to demolish unsafe building at 7009 1st Ave South

A structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance will be removed, clearing a blighted property in Birmingham. Demolition helps stabilize the neighborhood and reduce hazards.

City orders demolition of blighted building at 7603 5th Avenue South

Property declared unsafe and public nuisance; demolition removes hazard from South Birmingham neighborhood. Clears tax-delinquent or abandoned property from the city.

Demolition: Building at 8124 3rd Ave South deemed unsafe public nuisance

City will tear down a blighted structure in your neighborhood, removing a hazard and clearing the path for property recovery or redevelopment.

City Hall video door station upgrade: $2,276 to Johnson Controls

City Hall security receives upgraded video intercom system. Improves building access control and monitoring.

City Hall exit sensors: $11,892 contract to Johnson Controls

Upgrades security and emergency egress at City Hall. Work covers installation of sensor composite access systems to manage safe exits during building operations.

City renews pesticide & fertilizer contract with Fuller Supply

Routine 1-year renewal for maintenance supplies used in parks, medians, and city grounds. Unit prices locked in; no change to service levels or costs anticipated.

City renews pesticide & fertilizer contract with Fuller Supply

Routine 1-year renewal for maintenance supplies used in parks, medians, and city grounds. Unit prices locked in; no change to service levels or costs anticipated.

Helena Chemical bid renewed for pesticides and fertilizers, 1 year

City renews supply contract for pesticides, fertilizers, and soil amendments used in parks, landscaping, and grounds maintenance. Pricing and terms remain on file with the purchasing office.

City renews pesticides & fertilizers contract with Humphries Farm Turf

City commits continued spending on lawn care supplies for parks and public grounds. One-year renewal at existing prices.

City renews pesticide & fertilizer contract with Red River Specialties

Routine annual renewal of supplies used to maintain city grounds, parks, and landscaping. Competitive bid ensures reasonable pricing for ongoing maintenance.

Council approves $1,163.88 office chair purchase for Municipal Court

Routine furniture purchase for court operations using general fund dollars. No direct impact on residents.

Council approves $1,999 office-chair purchase for Municipal Court

Routine spending from the general fund to replace or upgrade seating at the Municipal Court facility.

Council approves $16,278 ice machine purchase for 5 fire stations

Fire stations #22, #7, #20, #31, and #32 get new ice machines and parts to support operations and equipment maintenance.

City buys Freightliner truck from Ingram Equipment for $156,724

Purchase of a step-up truck-mounted premix heater for street or infrastructure maintenance. Amount and vendor details are now public record.

City approves $2,398 paper supply payment to Mac Papers

Routine spending from the general fund to stock the City's Print Shop with paper and film supplies.

City buys 2 bomb suits from MED-ENG for $65,346

Birmingham police acquire specialized equipment for explosive ordnance disposal operations. These suit ensembles protect officers responding to bomb threats and suspicious devices citywide.

City pays $24,629 to Jerry Pate Turf for equipment

Equipment Management department purchase of a bunker rake and related components. Routine spending from city equipment budget.

City approves $120,971 dump truck purchase from Southland International

City commits $120,971 in public funds to purchase a new dump truck for municipal operations. Routine equipment spending approved on consent calendar.

Council President travel reimbursement: $346.70

City reimburses Council President Valerie Abbott $346.70 for travel to a March 2019 leadership conference in Huntsville.

Council reimburses Councilor Alexander $2,112 for May conference travel

Councilor Alexander's expenses for an out-of-state conference (Palm Springs, California, May 14–17) are paid from the city general fund.

City approves employee expense accounts

Council votes to reimburse city workers for documented job-related expenses. This is routine payroll oversight.

City approves employee advance expense reimbursements

Allows city staff to be reimbursed for out-of-pocket work expenses they've fronted. Routine payroll and personnel processing.

Council approves advanced expense accounts for city employees

Employees can now draw advance funds against future paychecks or earned leave balances. Affects all city staff needing cash flow flexibility.

City declares 221 properties public nuisance for overgrown weeds

Property owners will be notified to clear dangerous weeds or face city abatement and potential liens. Affects neglected parcels across Birmingham.

Federal grant plan: City submits one-year HUD fund use plan by May 15

Federal housing grant dollars come with strings — the city must tell HUD how it plans to spend them. This submission locks in Birmingham's one-year spending priorities for federal housing and community development funds.

Amended development agreement with USS Real Estate approved

City renegotiates terms with U.S. Steel's real estate division on an existing development project. Specifics of the amendment are not detailed in the available agenda text.

Lease: Assisted Patrol bait systems, $15K over 3 years

City renews contract for automated license-plate reader decoy systems to deter car theft. Three-year lease costs $15K.

Sole-source: PredPol predictive policing license $59,900 for 1 year

Birmingham commits $59,900 to PredPol, a predictive policing platform that uses data to forecast crime hotspots. The tool raises privacy and equity concerns tied to how algorithms assign police resources.

Waste Pro awarded garbage contract for outlying residential areas, 1 year

City commits to trash collection service for residential areas outside the main service zone. Contract terms and unit pricing are on file with the Purchasing Agent.