Regular City Council Meeting
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 · 95 agenda items · 3 votes recorded
Executive Summary
The Council considered authorizing the Mayor to execute a Project Agreement with Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC for an unspecified construction project, approving Johnson Controls Fire Protection's bid for fire alarm monitoring and repair services at city facilities, accepting a bid from 72 Hour LLC dba National Auto Fleet Group for Class 4–8 truck chassis and related equipment, and reviewing Harvest Solutions LLC's application to operate a new indoor medical waste treatment and document shredding facility in North Birmingham. The Council also considered 33 demolition orders targeting unsafe and blighted structures across the city. Additionally, the Council handled 18 public safety matters, 12 contracts, 8 budget items, 4 public works items, 1 grant, 1 parks and culture item, and 2 other routine matters.
Votes (3)
Regular Agenda (15)
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
PRESENTATIONS
Special Events License approved for Birmingham Folk Festival
Birmingham Folk Festival gains approval to use Avondale Park and Amphitheater on May 16, 2026. Event will draw community members for music and cultural programming at the public venue.
Event Concessions Inc. gets license for Central Alabama Pride Festival at Linn P
Event Concessions Inc. will operate food and beverage concessions at the Central Alabama Pride Festival on June 14, 2026, at Linn Park. The license approval lets the event proceed as planned.
CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS FOR FINAL PASSAGE
City approves medical waste facility for Harvest Solutions at 7th & 31st
Harvest Solutions LLC opens an indoor medical waste treatment and document shredding facility on 7th Avenue North. The facility will handle hazardous medical materials and confidential documents from hospitals and healthcare providers in the region.
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
Alabama Power gains access to FEMA-acquired city property
City allows Alabama Power Company to use land acquired through federal disaster relief, potentially for infrastructure work or utility access. Details on scope and terms are limited.
OLD AND NEW BUSINESS
REQUEST FROM THE PUBLIC
Consent Agenda (80)
Items passed as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.
CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA
Weed abatement: costs become property liens
City will clean up overgrown properties and charge owners through liens; failure to pay adds debt to property records.
$80K transferred from Ensley development fund
Redirects donations meant for Ensley/Village Creek Tuxedo Park development to another city purpose. Impact on the original neighborhood project unclear.
Benevate software contract amended
Changes to the city's agreement with Benevate, Inc. (Neighborly Software) — details not fully disclosed in this agenda excerpt.
City approves project agreement with Brasfield & Gorrie
Brasfield & Gorrie will develop, construct, and equip a project for the city. The full scope and location are not specified in the agenda materials provided.
Mayor authorized to reassign Trendway Corporation state agreement MA240000004688
City is reassigning a state procurement agreement with Trendway Corporation; exact goods/services and cost are unclear from the title.
City donates surplus firefighting gear to Empire FD
Empire Fire Department gains equipment needed for emergency response; Birmingham clears storage of surplus materials at no cost.
Non-binding Shades Mountain partnership with Hoover
Birmingham and Hoover coordinate on Shades Mountain stewardship; exact scope unclear from truncated description.
City upgrades Cisco networking equipment via PC Connection
Replaces outdated networking components to improve city IT infrastructure reliability and security.
City releases reversionary interest with Jefferson County
Removes Jefferson County's restrictive covenant and reversionary rights, clearing the path for the city to redevelop or dispose of the property freely. Property restrictions tied to county agreements often prevent reinvestment in blighted or underutilized land.
City amends Ruffner Mountain agreement with Greenways Foundation
First amendment to city partnership with Jefferson County Greenways Foundation on Ruffner Mountain management. Details of the amendment not disclosed in public notice.
Mayor authorized to apply for, accept federal Justice Assistance Grant
Enables Birmingham to pursue competitive federal funding (Edward Byrne Memorial JAG) for law enforcement and justice programs. Grant amount and eligible uses not yet determined.
Unsafe building at 300 4th Ave. South ordered demolished
Removes a blighted, unsafe structure from the neighborhood. Demolition clears the property toward redevelopment or stabilization of the block.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 3509 1st St N
Unsafe structure at 3509 1st Street North will be demolished, removing a public hazard from the neighborhood.
Unsafe building at 233 86th Place South ordered demolished
City will demolish a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance in the 35206 zip code, removing a blight hazard from the neighborhood.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 410 72nd St N
Blighted building at 410 72nd Street North will be torn down, removing a public safety hazard and eyesore from the neighborhood.
Unsafe building at 2400 30th Street West ordered demolished
City orders demolition of a property deemed unsafe and a public nuisance, clearing a blighted structure from the neighborhood.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 2404 30th St W
Unsafe structure at 2404 30th Street West will be demolished, removing a public hazard from the neighborhood.
Blighted house at 2408 30th Street West ordered demolished
City will tear down an unsafe, abandoned property in the area. Removes a public nuisance and clears the site for potential redevelopment or land recovery.
Council declares 2416 30th St unsafe, orders demolition
Unsafe building at 2416 30th Street West will be demolished, removing a public nuisance from the neighborhood.
Demolition ordered for unsafe building at 1628 Woodland Ave
Unsafe structure at 1628 Woodland Avenue will be demolished, removing a blighted property and public hazard from the neighborhood.
City demolishes blighted building at 1848 Woodland Ave S.W.
Unsafe structure removed from neighborhood; clears path for blight remediation and potential redevelopment at this South Birmingham address.
Building at 1909 St. Charles Ave. ordered demolished
Unsafe building at 1909 St. Charles Avenue S.W. will be demolished. Removal of blighted structures improves neighborhood safety and property values.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 2423 31st St
Condemned structure removed from neighborhood. Demolition clears blight and reduces public safety hazards on this block.
Unsafe building at 2520 29th Ave. North ordered demolished
Blighted property marked unsafe will be removed, clearing blight from the neighborhood and reducing public safety risks.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 5113 5th Ave S
Unsafe structure at 5113 5th Avenue South will be demolished, removing a public nuisance from the neighborhood.
Unsafe building at 409 Lance Lane ordered demolished
Blighted structure removed from neighborhood; clears path for land recovery and reduces public safety risk in area.
Council declares 612 63rd St unsafe; orders demolition
Unsafe building at 612 63rd Street South will be torn down, removing a public nuisance and health hazard from the neighborhood.
Unsafe building at 579 63rd Street South approved for demolition
City removes blighted structure declared unsafe and a public nuisance. Clearing condemned buildings can improve neighborhood safety and property values.
Demolition approved: unsafe building at 4513 8th Avenue
Property at 4513 8th Avenue will be demolished as unsafe and a public nuisance, clearing a blighted site from the neighborhood.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 2415 Avenue D
Unsafe structure at 2415 Avenue D will be demolished, removing a public nuisance from the neighborhood and clearing the path for site recovery.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 2419 Avenue D
Property at 2419 Avenue D will be demolished after being declared unsafe and a public nuisance. Removes blight and hazard from the neighborhood.
City demolishes unsafe building at 825 79th Place South
Removal of blighted property clears a public safety hazard from the neighborhood and opens the parcel for potential redevelopment or community use.
Unsafe house at 524 68th St. North approved for demolition
Blighted property at 524 68th Street North will be demolished, removing a hazard from the neighborhood and clearing the lot for redevelopment.
City demolishes blighted property at 301 68th Place North
Unsafe building deemed a public nuisance will be torn down, reducing blight and safety risk in the neighborhood.
City declares 2137 Dawson Ave unsafe; demolition authorized
Unsafe building at 2137 Dawson Avenue S.W. will be demolished, removing a public hazard and blight from the neighborhood.
City demolishes unsafe building at 213-66th Place North
Unsafe structure declared public nuisance and scheduled for demolition. Removal clears blight and improves neighborhood safety on 66th Place North.
City to demolish unsafe building at 2812 32nd Place S.W.
Unsafe structure declared a public nuisance will be removed, improving neighborhood safety and blight on this S.W. Birmingham block.
Demolition approved for unsafe building at 3241 Cedar Ave SW
Unsafe building at 3241 Cedar Avenue will be demolished, removing a public safety hazard from the neighborhood.
Unsafe building at 3224 Cedar Ave. approved for demolition
Unsafe structure declared a public nuisance and ordered demolished, removing a blighted property from the neighborhood.
Demolition ordered for unsafe building at 313 72nd St N
Unsafe structure in your neighborhood will be removed, clearing the property and reducing blight and public safety risks.
Unsafe building at 225 68th Place North ordered demolished
Blighted structure deemed unsafe will be removed, improving neighborhood safety and clearing the parcel for potential redevelopment.
Unsafe building at 4205 Inglenook set for demolition
Blighted structure cleared from neighborhood; removes public hazard and opens path for property recovery or redevelopment.
Unsafe building at 2036 26th St. W ordered demolished
City removes condemned structure deemed unsafe and public nuisance from neighborhood.
Demolition: Unsafe building at 3709 Mineral Ave S.W.
City declares the building a public nuisance and unsafe, clearing the way for demolition. Removes a blighted property from the neighborhood.
3712 Rutledge Ave condemned; building demolished
Unsafe building at 3712 Rutledge Avenue is demolished and removed from neighborhood; clears blight and safety hazard from residential area.
City to demolish unsafe building at 3716 Rutledge Ave S.W.
Property declared a public nuisance and unsafe; demolition will remove blight from the neighborhood and eliminate a safety hazard.
Unsafe building at 6507 4th Ave. North ordered demolished
City declares the structure unsafe and a public nuisance, clearing the way for demolition. Removal reduces blight and improves neighborhood safety.
Demolition ordered for unsafe building at 223 Avenue H
Unsafe structure at 223 Avenue H will be torn down, removing a public hazard and blighted property from the neighborhood.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 812 Washington Ave S.W.
Building at 812 Washington Ave S.W. is declared unsafe and a public nuisance; demolition will proceed. Removes a blighted structure and health hazard from the neighborhood.
Unsafe building at 2624 Bush Boulevard ordered demolished
Blighted structure at 2624 Bush Boulevard will be removed, clearing a public nuisance and freeing the parcel for potential redevelopment or community use.
Demolition ordered for unsafe building at 2708 24th St W
Building declared unsafe and public nuisance; demolition will clear a blighted property in the neighborhood and remove a potential hazard.
Demolition approved for unsafe building at 330 16th Court North
Unsafe structure declared public nuisance and slated for removal. Eliminates neighborhood hazard and blight.
1720 19th Street ordered demolished as public nuisance
City will demolish an unsafe building at 1720 19th Street, removing a neighborhood hazard and clearing the lot for potential redevelopment.
Building declared unsafe; 1625 18th Street ordered demolished
City removes a blighted building declared unsafe and a public nuisance. Demolition clears blight from the neighborhood and eliminates a hazard.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 926 18th Street
Unsafe structure at 926 18th Street will be torn down, removing a public hazard and blighted property from the neighborhood.
Legion Field: Sherrod Construction awarded $379K for restroom piping
Repairs to Legion Field's south end restrooms move forward as part of ongoing stadium renovation. Work is part of a larger multi-phase restoration project.
Records storage contract awarded to Access Information Management
City commits to one-year records management services with competitive bid process. Routine operational expense to maintain document storage infrastructure.
Council awards fire alarm monitoring contract to Johnson Controls
City facilities will get professional fire alarm repair and maintenance services. Contract covers troubleshooting, repairs, products, and ongoing support across municipal buildings.
City awards document imaging contract to IBML
City purchases ongoing document scanning and digitization services at set unit rates. Improves record management across departments.
City awards fuel contract to Mansfield Oil Company
City locks in prices for gasoline, E-85, and diesel fuel purchases over the contract period, affecting operational costs for police, fire, and sanitation vehicles.
Council awards chassis-and-cabs contract to National Auto Fleet Group
Birmingham locks in unit pricing for Class 4–8 vehicle chassis and cabs as needed. Competitive bid keeps fleet replacement costs predictable.
Fire Department awards equipment contract to NAFECO
Fire crews get SCBA and protective gear needed for rescue operations. Competitive bidding ensures equipment meets safety standards at fair cost.
City awards firefighter ladder equipment contract to US Fire Services
Fire department gets competitive pricing on essential equipment. Bid accepted for ladder gear purchased as needed over the contract term.
City awards fire hose & equipment contract to NAFECO
Fire Department gets competitive-bid pricing on hoses and appliances as needed. Keeps emergency equipment sourced through tested vendor at pre-set prices.
Fire hose & appliances: 1-year contract awarded to Sunbelt Fire
City fire department secures emergency response equipment through competitive bidding. Ensures reliable supply of hoses and appliances needed for firefighting operations.
Council awards fire hose & equipment contract to US Fire Services
City secures competitive supply of fire hoses and equipment needed by the Fire Department. Improves emergency response readiness.
Street dedication marker honors Alpha Kappa Alpha 100th anniversary
City will erect a permanent street marker commemorating the Omicron Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority's centennial. Recognizes the organization's 100 years of community service and civic leadership.
Council approves $29.5K office furniture purchase from Affordable Interior Syste
City spending from general fund on office furniture. No-bid procurement at unit prices on file with purchasing office.
City approves $11,311 office furniture purchase from Affordable Interior Systems
Routine spending from the general fund for office furniture. Citizens can track how city money is spent on routine operations and vendor contracts.
Council awards $5,525 to 9to5 Seating for Fire Dept chairs
Fire Department gets eight new chairs to replace worn equipment, improving workplace conditions for firefighters.
Police Dept: $464 utility cart purchase from ODP Business
Police Department gets new equipment; funded from general operating budget.
Police Department gets office chair for $440
City spends $440 from general funds on office furniture for police operations.
CONSENT ITEM 76. A Resolution approving the advanced expense accounts of an appointed and elected official.
CONSENT ITEM 77. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of city employees.
CONSENT ITEM 78. A Resolution approving the advanced expense account of a city employee.
CONSENT ITEM 79. A Resolution approving the advanced expense accounts of city employees.
Fire hydrants installed on 5th Ave S.W. near Goldwire
Faster emergency response times for fires on 5th Avenue S.W.; improved water supply for firefighting in the area.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
City demolishes unsafe building at 3640 Pine Avenue
Removes a blighted property declared a public nuisance and safety hazard from the neighborhood.