Regular City Council Meeting

PCI Racing LLC granted special liquor license transfer for Birmingham Race Cours

Allows alcohol sales at Birmingham Race Course on John Rogers Drive under PCI Racing's ownership.

Liquor license approved: The Ghoul Squad at 906 40th Street North

The Ghoul Squad, LLC receives a Special Retail Liquor License (Type 160) for its location at 906 40th Street North, allowing beer and wine sales at the establishment.

Beer and wine license approved for Son of a Butcher, 3rd Ave South

Curbside Provisions, LLC gains permission to serve beer and wine at the new Son of a Butcher location on 3rd Avenue South in Birmingham.

Liquor license: Tailored Smoke seeks retail lounge approval

Tailored Smoke Alabama, LLC is applying to operate a lounge retail liquor license at 3431 Colonnade Parkway. Public hearings allow residents to voice support or concerns about new alcohol sales in their neighborhood.

Restaurant liquor license approved for Bayou on 8th

Bayou on 8th, LLC gains a restaurant retail liquor license at 432 8th Avenue West, allowing the business to serve alcohol on-site. Local residents can now patronize the restaurant with full beverage service.

Mama LoLo's seeks restaurant liquor license at 4420 4th Ave South

Liquor license decision for new restaurant at Bruto location. Council will hear from applicant and interested parties before voting.

Restaurant liquor license for Slide Café, 1025 20th Street South

RL Restaurant Group's application to serve alcohol at Slide Café will be decided. This is a standard local licensing decision affecting the business and neighborhood.

Event Concessions approved for retail sales at Fiesta on Sept. 27

Event Concessions, Inc. gets a special retail license to sell food and merchandise at the Fiesta event at Linn Park on September 27, 2025.

Special Events license granted for Food+Heritage Festival

Event Concessions, Inc. gets approval to sell food and beverages at the Food+Heritage Festival on September 19, 2025, at 29th Street.

Special Events Retail License: Tre Luna Catering at 2025 Arts Block Party

Tre Luna Catering gets approval to sell food and beverages at the October 3, 2025 Arts Block Party in the parking lot at 1200 10th Avenue South. One-time license for the community arts event.

City removes inoperable vehicle; owner liable for costs

City will remove an abandoned or broken-down vehicle from a property and bill the owner for removal expenses. Helps neighborhoods stay safe and livable.

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned or non-working vehicles are removed from neighborhoods to reduce blight and safety hazards. Removal costs are charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; owner pays removal costs

The city removes abandoned or wrecked cars from neighborhoods to reduce blight and safety hazards. Removal costs are charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

Remove inoperable motor vehicle as public nuisance

City will remove an abandoned or non-working vehicle and bill the owner for removal costs. This clears neighborhood blight and public safety hazards.

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down cars clutter neighborhoods and reduce property values. The city will remove the vehicle and bill the registered owner for the cost.

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Clearing abandoned vehicles from streets and properties improves neighborhood safety and appearance. Removal costs will be charged to the vehicle owner.

Inoperable vehicle removed from property; cost charged to owner

City removes abandoned cars deemed public nuisances and bills the registered owner for removal costs.

Remove inoperable vehicle from property as public nuisance

City removes abandoned or disabled vehicle from a property and charges the registered owner for removal costs.

State grant: $1.9M for transportation improvements

City spends $1.9 million in state grant money on transportation rehabilitation and upgrades under the Alabama TRIP program.

Management agreement: Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame to operate city venue

City delegates day-to-day management of Jazz Hall of Fame operations to nonprofit partner, AJHoF.

Sole-source: City buys Lexipol employee training access

City employees will gain access to Lexipol's online training platform. The contract uses a sole-source purchase, meaning no competitive bidding.

First Amendment: Sigao Studios LLC agreement after entity dissolution

Updates the city's contract with Sigao Studios following the May 2025 dissolution of the predecessor entity CAVU. Clarifies terms and legal standing for any ongoing services or payments.

City partners with National Veterans Day Foundation for planning and services

The city commits to working with the National Veterans Day Foundation to organize and deliver Veterans Day events and programming in the community.

City approves project agreement with SmartWiz for employee expansion

SmartWiz commits to hiring 7 new employees in Birmingham, supporting local job growth. Details on wages, timeline, and job types will determine community benefit.

Mayor authorized to spend up to $1,000 with Birmingham Board of Education

Allows city to enter into an agreement with the school board for services or support. Details of the specific purpose are not fully clear from the agenda text.

City spends $1,000 for school supplies

Funds routine purchase of classroom materials from general budget.

Magic City Classic events designated public purpose, Oct 19-26

City council recognizes the 84th Magic City Classic as serving the public interest. The event brings economic and cultural benefits to Birmingham through activities at Legion Field and other city venues.

Building at 332 Graymont Avenue North deemed unsafe; demolition ordered

A property in Birmingham will be demolished after being declared unsafe and a public nuisance. The demolition removes a hazard from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 9017 14th Ave N

Condemned property at 9017 14th Avenue North will be torn down after being deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removes a blighted structure from the neighborhood.

Council orders unsafe building at 8116 6th Ave. demolished

Building at 8116 6th Avenue North declared unsafe and a public nuisance; city will demolish it to remove blight and safety hazard from the neighborhood.

Demolition: Unsafe building at 501 16th Place SW declared public nuisance

City will demolish an unsafe building in your neighborhood. Removes a structure officially deemed hazardous and a public nuisance.

Demolition approved: 533 65th Street North declared unsafe

City will demolish this blighted structure, removing a public nuisance from the neighborhood. Clears the site for future redevelopment or stabilization.

City declares 226 87th St. unsafe; building demolition approved

Unsafe structure at this North Birmingham address will be demolished, removing a public nuisance from the neighborhood.

Demolition ordered for unsafe building at 932 T Street

City declares the structure unsafe and a public nuisance, clearing the way for demolition. Removes a blighted property from the neighborhood.

Council orders demolition of unsafe building at 821 1st Street West

City is tearing down a structure declared unsafe and a public nuisance. This clears a blighted property and removes a potential hazard in downtown Birmingham.

Unsafe building at 705 28th St SW ordered demolished

Property at 705 28th Street SW is being torn down after a safety assessment found it unsafe and a public nuisance.

Building at 541 28th Street SW declared unsafe; demolition approved

The city will demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. This removes a hazard from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 204 26th Street SW

Blighted building at this address will be torn down as a public nuisance. Removes hazard from neighborhood.

City to demolish unsafe building at 1416 3rd Avenue West

Unsafe structure identified as public nuisance will be demolished. Removal clears blight and improves neighborhood safety.

City declares 1916 14th Place SW unsafe; demolition ordered

A blighted building at 1916 14th Place SW will be demolished after the city declared it unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal improves neighborhood safety and reduces blight.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 2016 15th Ave N

Unsafe structure will be torn down, reducing blight and hazards in the neighborhood. Building at 2016 15th Avenue North has been deemed a public nuisance.

Building at 1920 16th St SW declared unsafe; ordered demolished

City will demolish this blighted structure, removing a public safety and nuisance hazard from the neighborhood. The building has been deemed unsafe for occupancy or use.

City declares house at 6207 2nd Ave South unsafe; demolition approved

Property at 6207 2nd Avenue South will be demolished after being declared a public nuisance and safety hazard. Neighbors and residents in the area will see removal of the blighted structure.

524 Robison Drive deemed unsafe; building slated for demolition

Property declared a public nuisance will be demolished to remove blight from the neighborhood and reduce safety hazards.

Unsafe building at 609 26th St SW ordered demolished

City declares the structure a public nuisance and unsafe, clearing the way for demolition to remove a hazard from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 5450 Allen Ave

Building at 5450 Allen Avenue deemed unsafe and a public nuisance will be demolished. Removes a hazard from the neighborhood.

Building at 923 11th Court West ordered demolished

City deems the building unsafe and a public nuisance; demolition removes blight from the neighborhood.

4000 Park Avenue SW building ordered demolished as unsafe nuisance

Unsafe building at 4000 Park Avenue SW will be demolished. Removal of blighted structures improves neighborhood safety and property values.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 4116 Fairmont Way

Building at 4116 Fairmont Way has been declared unsafe and a public nuisance. The city will demolish it to remove the hazard from the neighborhood.

Unsafe building at 204 86th Street North ordered demolished

City declares the property unsafe and a public nuisance; demolition removes blight and safety hazard from the neighborhood.

City demolishes unsafe building at 1634 6th Street North

Building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance will be removed from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1419 56th Street

An unsafe structure deemed a public nuisance will be torn down. Removal clears the blighted property and reduces neighborhood hazards.

Building at 2324 2nd Place South declared unsafe; demolition ordered

City is removing a condemned structure in your neighborhood. The building at 2324 2nd Place South has been declared unsafe and a public nuisance.

Unsafe building at 7840 5th Ave South ordered demolished

City will demolish a condemned structure in your neighborhood. Removes a blighted property and public safety hazard from the area.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 624 4th Avenue West

Condemned structure at 624 4th Avenue West will be demolished as a public nuisance and safety hazard. Removes a blighted property from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 5116 Lillian Street

An unsafe structure on Lillian Street will be torn down, removing a public hazard from the neighborhood.

Unsafe building at 1553 6th Street North ordered demolished

City will tear down a condemned structure deemed a public nuisance. Removes a blighted property from the neighborhood.

Demolition approved for unsafe building at 820 1st Street SW

City will tear down a building deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removes a hazard from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 8244 2nd Avenue South

Building at 8244 2nd Avenue South has been declared unsafe and a public nuisance; demolition will proceed to remove the hazard from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 8001 5th Avenue North

An abandoned or deteriorated building in your neighborhood will be torn down, removing a blighted property and public safety hazard from 5th Avenue North.

Unsafe building at 4240 Greenwood St. ordered demolished

City is removing a blighted structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. The demolition clears the property for future use and eliminates a potential hazard in the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1108 Cullom Street South

Blighted structure at 1108 Cullom Street South is declared unsafe and will be demolished. Removes a public nuisance from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 3716 41st Ave N

Property declared unsafe and a public nuisance; city will demolish the structure to protect neighborhood safety and property values.

Unsafe building at 2325 32nd Ave North ordered demolished

Property at 2325 32nd Avenue North is declared unsafe and a public nuisance; demolition will proceed.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 6804 1st Avenue South

Unsafe structure at 6804 1st Avenue South will be demolished. This removes a building flagged as a public nuisance from the neighborhood.

Unsafe building at 7120 6th Court South ordered demolished

City will demolish a blighted structure in your neighborhood. Removal clears a safety hazard and blight that can depress nearby property values.

Demolition approved for unsafe structure at 4416 10th Avenue

Building declared unsafe and a public nuisance will be torn down. Removes a hazard from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 245 14th Court West

Property declared unsafe and a public nuisance; demolition will proceed.

8207 82nd Street South condemned and scheduled for demolition

City declares building unsafe and a public nuisance; demolition will proceed. Removes a blighted structure from the neighborhood.

7812 10th Avenue South ordered demolished as unsafe structure

City declares building unsafe and a public nuisance, orders demolition to remove blight and hazard from neighborhood.

City demolishes unsafe building at 410 80th Street North

Unsafe structure at this address removed from neighborhood. Building declared a public nuisance and safety hazard.

1021 4th Court West condemned and scheduled for demolition

City declares the building unsafe and a public nuisance, clearing the way for demolition. Removes a hazardous structure from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 8518 1st Avenue South

Property at 8518 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, 35206 declared unsafe and a public nuisance; demolition directed to improve neighborhood safety and remove blight.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 2501 Avenue G

The city will demolish a condemned structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. The property at 2501 Avenue G will be cleared to remove potential safety hazards from the neighborhood.

Condemnation repair permit issued for 4724 40th Place North

Property owner Col-Pertrice Madison gets approval to repair or demolish the condemned building at this address, clearing the way for the property to be brought back into use or safely removed from the neighborhood.

Birmingham Museum of Art: $52,762 boiler tank replacement

Museum receives critical infrastructure repair to prevent boiler system failure. Project addresses aging mechanical equipment at the city's major cultural institution.

Council awards $68.8K alley repair contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

Southeastern Sealcoating will repair and resurface alleys north of 51st Street in the Oak Hill Subdivision Ensley area. This improves drainage and road conditions for residents in that neighborhood.

City awards firefighting equipment contract to NAFECO

Fire department gains competitive pricing on essential equipment purchases. Unit prices negotiated through this standing contract will apply to all future orders as needed.

City awards 1-year alternator and starter supply contract to SJ, LLC

Birmingham locks in competitive pricing for vehicle maintenance parts over the next year, reducing costs for fleet repairs and upkeep.

Council approves $987 for four chairs at Fire Department

Fire Department receives four replacement chairs funded from the general fund.

City buys $12,250 in traffic cones from Safety Zone Specialties

Routine purchase of stenciled traffic cones (18" and 36") to restock the city's central supply inventory used for traffic control and public safety operations.

City buys office furniture from Strickland Paper for $5,010

Routine office equipment purchase using general fund dollars. No direct impact on residents or public services.

Council approves elected officials' expense accounts

Public spending by mayors, council members, and other elected officials on travel, meals, and office costs. Citizens can track how taxpayer money supports city leadership operations.

Approve itemized expense accounts for city employees

City Council reviews and approves all documented employee expenses paid from the general fund. This ensures public accountability for how tax dollars are spent on employee reimbursements.

City approves advanced expense reimbursements for employees

Reimburses city employees for out-of-pocket expenses incurred on official business. Routine payroll and benefits decision on consent agenda.

Boss Entertainment Center liquor license transfer approved

Special Retail Liquor License 160 transfers to Boss Entertainment Center at 1612 3rd Avenue North, clearing the way for alcohol service at the venue's 1st and 2nd floors.

Boss Entertainment Center liquor license approved

A special retail liquor license is being transferred to Boss Entertainment Center at 1612 3rd Avenue North, allowing alcohol sales at the venue.

Council authorizes removal of inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

City removes an abandoned or inoperable vehicle from a property and bills the registered owner for removal costs. Helps clear neighborhood blight and improves public safety.

Inoperable vehicle removed, costs charged to owner

City removes abandoned or disabled car from streets and bills the registered owner for removal costs.

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

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

City abates inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Removal of abandoned vehicles from neighborhoods improves safety and curb appeal; costs assessed to vehicle owner.

City funds Jefferson County Greenways Commission

City is committing funding to the state-run Greenways Commission, which typically manages trails, parks, and outdoor recreation access. This affects how recreation dollars are spent and what greenspace projects move forward.

Shades Creek maintenance agreement amended

Updates how the city and partner agencies maintain Shades Creek and Clairmont Avenue W, affecting drainage and flood management in the area.

Amendment to Shades Creek and Clairmont Ave maintenance agreement

Updates the city's maintenance agreement for Shades Creek and Clairmont Avenue W, affecting stormwater and street upkeep in that corridor.

City buys 12 Ford F150 police trucks for $600,384

Police department receives 12 new patrol vehicles to replace aging fleet. Improves response reliability and officer safety.

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City buys 12 Ford F150 police trucks for $600,384

Police department replaces patrol vehicles. Improves emergency response capacity and officer safety with new equipment.

City buys 48 Ford police vehicles for $2.18M

Police department expands patrol fleet with new 2026 Ford Interceptor SUVs. Purchase supports public safety operations across the city.