Regular City Council Meeting
Votes (11)
Consent vote — covers 80 items
- [10] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 2. A Resolution revoking the Certificates of Public Necessity and Convenience issued to S & P Transportation, LLC, Birmingham, to operate a non-emergency medical transport service, for failure to file the required liability insurance, and named in vote
- [12] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 4. 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, an named in vote
- [13] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 5. 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, an named in vote
- [14] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 6. 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, an named in vote
- [15] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 7. 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, an named in vote
- [16] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 8. 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, an named in vote
- [17] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 9. 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, an named in vote
- [18] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 10. 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 11. 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 12. 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 13. 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 14. 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 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
- [24] 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, an named in vote
- [25] 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
- [26] 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
- [27] 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
- [28] 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
- [29] CONSENT ITEM 21. An Ordinance "TO FURTHER AMEND THE CAPITAL FUND BUDGET" for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018, by transferring $257,332.10 from Oxmoor Land Purchase & Access Improvements, $142,667.90 from Funds Available and appropriating $400,000.00 named in vote
- [30] CONSENT ITEM 22. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor City enter into a Preliminary Engineering Agreement, with the State of Alabama; acting by and through the Alabama Department of Transportation for Project Number: STPBH-3718( ) [Proj. Ref. No. - 10006793 named in vote
- [32] CONSENT ITEM 24. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with The Civil Rights Activist Committee ("Civil Rights Activists"), under which the Civil Rights Activists will assist the City in facilitating various economic development proje named in vote
- [33] CONSENT ITEM 25. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with JCCEO, under which JCCEO shall provide professional services assisting the City with organizing, management and supervising the summer jobs and employment program for Birming named in vote
- [34] CONSENT ITEM 26. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with JCCEO, under which JCCEO shall provide professional services assisting the City with management and operations of the Division of Youth Services, including providing accounti named in vote
- [38] CONSENT ITEM 30. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with Brave, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,000.00 to provide the following goods or services to the City (the "Work"): The Provider will give support and coordina named in vote
- [39] CONSENT ITEM 31. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with Greater Alabama Council of the Boy Scouts of America in an amount not to exceed $500.00 to provide the following goods or services to the City (the "Work"): The named in vote
- [40] CONSENT ITEM 32. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver an agreement with The Birmingham Board of Education in an amount not to exceed $500.00 to provide the following goods and services for the benefit of students of the Birmingham Cit named in vote
- [42] CONSENT ITEM 36. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 1405 - 1st Court West, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Planning, named in vote
- [43] CONSENT ITEM 37. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 1321 - 1st Court West, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Planning, named in vote
- [44] CONSENT ITEM 39. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 1428 - 44th Place North, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Plannin named in vote
- [45] CONSENT ITEM 40. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 1117 - 44th Place North, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Plannin named in vote
- [46] CONSENT ITEM 41. [SHOULD READ: "1305 - 44TH PLACE NORTH"] A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 1305 - 44th Place, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Rec named in vote
- [47] CONSENT ITEM 42. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 4517 - 9th Terrace North, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Planni named in vote
- [48] CONSENT ITEM 43. [SHOULD READ: "4500 - 9TH TERRACE NORTH"] A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 4900 - 9th Terrace North, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Submitted by the May named in vote
- [49] CONSENT ITEM 44. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 4608 - 13th Avenue North, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Planni named in vote
- [50] CONSENT ITEM 45. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 4228 - 9th Avenue North, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Plannin named in vote
- [51] CONSENT ITEM 46. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 4236 - 8th Avenue North, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Plannin named in vote
- [52] CONSENT ITEM 47. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 839 Washington Avenue, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Planning, named in vote
- [53] CONSENT ITEM 48. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 816 Lomb Avenue, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Planning, Engin named in vote
- [54] CONSENT ITEM 49. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 90 - 14th Street West aka 1401 - 1st Avenue West, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended b named in vote
- [55] CONSENT ITEM 50. A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 1301 - 2nd Avenue West, Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Recommended by the Director of Planning named in vote
- [56] CONSENT ITEM 51. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits to issue a condemnation repair permit to Amir Abdelrahman, the owner or agent of the property located at 5021 - 1st Avenue North and Garage, Birmingham, which was named in vote
- [57] CONSENT ITEM 52. [SHOULD READ "541 - 66TH STREET NORTH"] A Resolution authorizing the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits to issue a condemnation repair permit to Gloria Underwood, the owner or agent of the property located at 51 - 55th Street N named in vote
- [58] CONSENT ITEM 53. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits to issue a condemnation repair permit to McArthur Melton, the owner or agent of the property located at 1300 - 31st Street North, Birmingham, which was condemned b named in vote
- [59] CONSENT ITEM 54. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits to issue a condemnation repair permit to Brandy Wigley, the owner or agent of the property located at 6425 - 5th Avenue South, Birmingham, which was condemned by t named in vote
- [60] CONSENT ITEM 55. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits to issue a condemnation repair permit to Dan Fagan, the owner or agent of the property located at 1612 - 33rd Avenue, Birmingham, which was condemned by the Counci named in vote
- [61] CONSENT ITEM 56. A Resolution accepting the lump sum bid Battle Miller Construction Corporation, Hoover, Alabama, in the amount of $1,040,100.00, for the Administration and Classroom Building at the City of Birmingham Firearms Range the Administration and named in vote
- [72] CONSENT ITEM 68. A Resolution approving payment to Buffalo Electric Company, Birmingham, in the amount of $5,930.00, for the purchase of electrical parts and supplies, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the Birmingham City Code. [G/L Account: 001_052_999 named in vote
- [73] CONSENT ITEM 69. A Resolution approving payment to Dream Seats, LLC., Commack, New York, for the purchase of furniture at the unit prices on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent for a period not exceed three (3) years, for the Fire Department, based named in vote
- [74] CONSENT ITEM 70. A Resolution approving payment to Inline Electric, Birmingham, in the amount of $794.48, for the purchase of parts and accessories to install upgrades to courtroom electronic equipment, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the Birmingham C named in vote
- [75] CONSENT ITEM 71. A Resolution approving payment to Long Lewis Ford, Hoover, Alabama, in the amount of $6,123.70, for the purchase of an engine hoist to be used at the City Garage, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the Birmingham City Code. [G/L Account: named in vote
- [76] CONSENT ITEM 72. A Resolution approving payment to Mac Paper, Birmingham, in the amount of $8,100.00 to replenish Inventory of Paper, for the Printing Warehouse Purchasing Department, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the Birmingham City Code, and autho named in vote
- [77] CONSENT ITEM 73. A Resolution approving payment to The Pep Boys, Birmingham, in the amount of $4,658.39, for the purchase of a two post, challenger car lift, in accordance with N.J.P.A Contract #062916-PEP, for the Public Works department. [G/L Account: named in vote
- [78] CONSENT ITEM 74. A Resolution approving payment to William Fire Apparatus, Inc., Ashland, Alabama, in the amount of $5,950.00, for the purchase of various ladders and hardware for the Fire Department to bring apparatuses up to ISO standards, in accordance named in vote
- [79] CONSENT ITEM 75. A Resolution approving payment to ED's Refurb & Pro Detail, Birmingham, in the amount of $1,265.00 for wreck repair to automobile on vehicle number 104994, for the Equipment Management Department, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the B named in vote
- [80] CONSENT ITEM 76. A Resolution approving payment to ED's Refurb & Pro Detail, Birmingham, in the amount of $3,247.00 for wreck repair to automobile on vehicle number 962277, for the Equipment Management Department, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the B named in vote
- [81] CONSENT ITEM 77. A Resolution approving payment to JW Auto Body & Collision, Birmingham , in the amount of $3,611.04 for wreck repair to automobile on vehicle number 174326, for the Equipment Management Department, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the named in vote
- [82] CONSENT ITEM 78. A Resolution approving payment to Rich's Collision Repair LLC, Adamsville, Alabama, in the amount of $1,193.40 for wreck repair on vehicle number 943404, for the Equipment Management Department, in accordance with Section 3-1-7 of the Bir named in vote
- [83] CONSENT ITEM 79. A Resolution approving the following Expense Accounts: ** Kelvin Datcher, Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, Mayor's Office, Washington, District of Columbia, $965.42 named in vote
- [93] CONSENT ITEM 38. [WITHDRAWN PER PLANNING, ENGINEERING AND PERMITS] A Resolution determining that the building or structure located at 204 - 9th Street S.W., Birmingham, to be unsafe, a public nuisance, and directing that it be demolished. (Submitted by named in vote
- [84] CONSENT ITEM 80. A Resolution approving the following Advanced Expense Account: ** Alice Williams, Administrative Assistant, Mayor's Office Phoenix, Arizona, $177.00, April 23-25, 2018 to named in vote
- [85] CONSENT ITEM 81. A Resolution approving the itemized expense accounts of city employees. named in vote
- [86] CONSENT ITEM 82. A Resolution approving the advanced expense accounts of city employees. named in vote
- [87] APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA named in vote
- [8] CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA named in vote
- [9] CONSENT ITEM 1. A Resolution granting three (3) Certificates of Public Necessity and Convenience to Magic Tour LLC, 608 Pratt Highway, Birmingham, to operate a horse-drawn carriage service upon the streets of Birmingham. ( named in vote
- [36] CONSENT ITEM 28. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement whereby FR Bham, LLC is allowed to enter upon the City right of way to install one (1) free-standing, double-sided, non-illuminated, and rectangular aluminum sign onto the exte named in vote
- [11] CONSENT(ph) ITEM 3. A Resolution authorizing the abatement of the nuisances existing on the following properties and the costs of such abatement to be assessed against and constitute a lien upon such properties, and the hearing of all interested parties: consent default
- [35] CONSENT ITEM 27. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to the Agreement with the Jazz Hall of Fame of Alabama, Inc. (AJHofF) in accordance with Resolution No. 2355-13, under which AJHofF shall expand the operation and services of the consent default
- [37] CONSENT ITEM 29. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement whereby Revive Investments, LLC is allowed to enter upon the City right of way to install one (1) double-sided, square, wooden sign onto the exterior of the property located at consent default
- [41] CONSENT ITEM 33. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to expend funds in an amount not to exceed $89.95 to purchase 1000 calls/text messages from Calling Post for Neighborhood Association, pursuant to §36-25A-3, Code of Alabama, 1975, said funds to come consent default
- [62] CONSENT ITEM 57. A Resolution accepting the lump sum bid Southeastern Sealcoating, Inc., 1330 Adamsville Industrial Parkway, Birmingham, in the amount of $103,818.00, for the Candle Lane Drainage Improvements, this being the lowest and best bid submitted, consent default
- [63] CONSENT ITEM 58. A Resolution accepting the lump sum bid Global Management Group, Inc., Tarrant, Alabama, in the amount of $107,664.70, for the Border Street at 24th Avenue Ensley Alley Drainage Improvements, this being the lowest and best bid submitted, consent default
- [64] CONSENT ITEM 60. A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Diversified Industries, Homewood, Alabama for "CRGP Housing Rehabilitation" for projects FY16-141, FY16-139, FY 16-149, FY 16-150 and FY 16-155 on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent consent default
- [65] CONSENT ITEM 61. A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Home Shield, Birmingham, for "CRGP Housing Rehabilitation" for projects FY16-119, FY16-146, FY16-144, FY16-169, FY16-157 and FY16-156 on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent for a peri consent default
- [66] CONSENT ITEM 62. A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Maintenance Pros, LLC, Birmingham, for "CRGP Housing Rehabilitation" for projects FY16-135 and FY16-165 on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent for a period of one (1) year for the Co consent default
- [67] CONSENT ITEM 63. A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Slate Industrial Solutions, Montgomery, Alabama, for "CRGP Housing Rehabilitation" for projects FY16-120 and FY16-146 on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent for a period of one (1) ye consent default
- [68] CONSENT ITEM 64. A Resolution accepting and approving the bid of Southern Remodeling, Adger, Alabama, for "CRGP Housing Rehabilitation" for projects FY16-142, FY16-131 and FY16-145 on file in the office of the Purchasing Agent for a period of one (1) year consent default
- [69] CONSENT ITEM 65. A Resolution accepting the renewal bid of Great American Tent, Inc., Gardendale, Alabama, of Bid #16-70, rental of carnival and concession equipment as primary and/or secondary provider as needed at unit prices on file in the office of th consent default
- [70] CONSENT ITEM 66. A Resolution accepting the renewal bid of Jump N' High Inflatables, Gardendale, Alabama, of Bid #16-70 rental of carnival and concession equipment as primary and/or secondary provider as needed at unit prices on file in the office of the consent default
- [71] CONSENT ITEM 67. A Resolution accepting the renewal bid of Party Source Outlet, Birmingham, of Bid #16-70 rental of carnival and concession equipment as primary and/or secondary provider as needed at unit prices on file in the office of the Purchasing Age consent default
Regular Agenda (17)
City expands economic development contract with Birmingham Urban League
City is extending its partnership with Urban League to boost job growth and economic development services. Residents benefit from enhanced job training and workforce development programs in the community.
Sole-source: Hitachi Vantara security camera system for city buildings
City approves sole-source security camera contract with Hitachi Vantara. Details on cost, scope, and affected locations are incomplete in the agenda.
Council appoints two members to Library Board
Two new members join Birmingham's Library Board, overseeing the public library system's governance and direction.
Council appoints 5 members to Planning Commission
Planning Commissioners shape zoning decisions, development projects, and land-use rules that affect neighborhoods citywide. These five appointees fill vacant and expired seats on the board.
Public hearing set: Zoning map amendment (Case ZAC2018-00001)
City is considering changes to zoning district boundaries. Public hearing May 22, 2018 — residents can comment on proposed zone changes.
Consent Agenda (80)
Items passed as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.
CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA
Magic Tour LLC wins 3 horse-drawn carriage licenses
City grants Magic Tour LLC permission to operate horse-drawn carriages on Birmingham streets from their Pratt Highway base. New carriage service may bring added traffic and animal-welfare considerations to affected routes.
S & P Transportation loses non-emergency medical license for uninsured operation
Company's certificate to operate medical transport service is revoked after failing to maintain required liability insurance, affecting residents who relied on that provider for non-emergency care.
Weed abatement liens authorized on nuisance properties
City will clear overgrown weeds on abandoned or neglected properties and bill owners; unpaid costs become a lien against the property.
City removes inoperable motor vehicle as public nuisance
Eliminates abandoned vehicle from neighborhood streets; removal costs billed to the registered owner.
City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance
Abandoned vehicles are cleared from neighborhoods and the owner is billed for removal costs, reducing blight and improving street safety.
Remove inoperable vehicle declared public nuisance
City removes abandoned or inoperable cars that create neighborhood blight and safety hazards; removal costs charged to the vehicle owner.
Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; assess costs to owner
City removes abandoned or broken-down cars that create blight and safety hazards in neighborhoods. Removal costs are charged to the vehicle's registered owner.
City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; owner pays costs
Abandoned cars clutter neighborhoods and attract crime. The city removes the vehicle and bills the registered owner to recover costs.
Remove inoperable vehicle from property; costs charged to owner
City removes a junk vehicle classified as a public nuisance. Owner pays removal costs.
City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; costs assessed to owner
Abandoned or broken-down vehicles clutter neighborhoods and signal neglect. The city removes them and charges the registered owner for the cost.
Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance
City removes abandoned or non-working vehicles from neighborhoods. Costs of removal are charged to the vehicle's registered owner.
Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; costs charged to owner
City will tow and dispose of an abandoned or broken-down vehicle cluttering a neighborhood. The registered owner will be billed for removal costs.
Inoperable vehicle abatement; removal costs assessed to owner
City removes abandoned or non-working vehicles from streets and properties; costs are billed to the registered owner.
City removes inoperable vehicle; owner pays removal costs
Abandoned cars clutter neighborhoods and reduce property values. The city removes the vehicle and bills the registered owner for the cost.
City to remove inoperable vehicles as public nuisance
Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are declared public nuisances and will be removed; the cost gets charged to the vehicle owner. This clears blight from neighborhoods and improves community appearance.
Inoperable vehicle abated as public nuisance; removal cost billed to owner
City removes an abandoned or non-functioning vehicle from a property and charges the registered owner for removal costs. Helps clear neighborhood blight.
Council removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance
Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are removed from neighborhoods and costs charged to the registered owner. Keeps streets safer and cleaner.
Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; costs charged to owner
City removes abandoned or disabled vehicle from neighborhood; removal costs billed to the vehicle's registered owner instead of taxpayers.
Inoperable vehicle removed; costs billed to owner
City removes an abandoned or broken-down vehicle from residential or commercial property and charges the registered owner for removal costs.
Inoperable vehicle removed as public nuisance; costs charged to owner
City removes abandoned or disabled vehicles that create safety and blight hazards in neighborhoods. Removal costs are recovered from the registered owner.
Capital budget amendment: $400K reallocated for unspecified projects
City is moving $400,000 between capital improvement accounts, including funds originally earmarked for Oxmoor land purchase. The final purpose of the reallocation is not disclosed in this item.
City enters preliminary engineering agreement with Alabama DOT for Project STPBH
Birmingham partners with the state transportation department to develop a funded project. Details on location and scope are not yet available.
City partners with Civil Rights Activist Committee on economic development
Mayor will sign an agreement with the Civil Rights Activist Committee to help shape city economic development projects. Details on scope, timeline, and funding are not yet public.
City hires JCCEO to run summer jobs program
JCCEO will manage Birmingham's summer employment initiative, connecting young residents with job training and work experience. Program scope and budget details not disclosed in agenda.
JCCEO hired for youth services management and accounting
City outsources operations of Division of Youth Services to nonprofit JCCEO. Terms and cost of the agreement are not specified in the agenda item.
Jazz Hall of Fame expands operations under amended city agreement
City amends its agreement with the Jazz Hall of Fame of Alabama to expand operations and services. The cultural venue's growth may increase programming and public access to jazz history and education in Birmingham.
City permits FR Bham to install sign on public right-of-way
FR Bham, LLC gains permission to place a freestanding sign on city property. Public right-of-way access decisions affect visual landscape and set precedent for future commercial signage requests.
City approves sign easement for Revive Investments on right-of-way
Revive Investments gains permission to install a commercial sign on city property. This allows private use of public right-of-way space.
City approves $1,000 support agreement with Brave, Inc.
City commits $1,000 in support services to Brave, Inc. The full scope of services was cut off in the agenda description.
City awards $500 no-bid contract to Boy Scouts of Alabama
City spends $500 from general fund on goods or services from Greater Alabama Council of Boy Scouts; specific deliverables not detailed in agenda.
City funds $500 goods/services for Birmingham Board of Education students
City commits $500 to support Birmingham public school students through goods or services provided by the Board of Education.
City spends $89.95 on calling service for neighborhood groups
Allocates general funds to purchase 1,000 calls/text messages from Calling Post to support neighborhood association outreach and communication.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1405 1st Court West
Property at 1405 1st Court West has been declared unsafe and a public nuisance. Demolition will remove a blighted structure from the neighborhood.
Demolition approved for unsafe building at 1321 1st Court West
City removes a blighted structure declared unsafe and a public nuisance. Demolition clears the property for future development or stabilization of the neighborhood.
Building at 1428 44th Place North deemed unsafe; demolition approved
City will demolish an unsafe structure in your neighborhood. Removal of blighted buildings helps prevent squatting, arson, and injury.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1117 44th Place North
Unsafe or blighted structures threaten neighborhood safety and property values. This demolition removes a public nuisance and clears the parcel for potential redevelopment or stabilization.
City declares 1305 44th Place unsafe; building to be demolished
Unsafe building at 1305 44th Place will be torn down. Demolition removes blight and hazard from the neighborhood.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 4517 9th Terrace North
Unsafe structure declared a public nuisance and will be demolished. Removal helps reduce blight and safety hazards in the neighborhood.
City demolishes unsafe building at 4900 9th Terrace North
Removes a dangerous, vacant structure from your neighborhood. Demolition helps prevent injuries, crime, and property decay that spreads to surrounding homes.
Unsafe building at 4608 13th Avenue North ordered demolished
City will demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Clearing blighted properties helps stabilize neighborhoods and reduce hazards for nearby residents.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 4228 9th Ave North
Property declared unsafe and a public nuisance will be torn down, removing a blight hazard from the neighborhood.
Council orders demolition of unsafe building at 4236 8th Ave N
Property at 4236 8th Avenue North will be demolished after being declared unsafe and a public nuisance. This clears blighted structures from the neighborhood.
Building at 839 Washington Avenue declared unsafe, demolished
Unsafe building removed from neighborhood. Clears site for potential reuse or stabilization of the surrounding area.
Unsafe building at 816 Lomb Ave ordered demolished
City declares the structure unsafe and a public nuisance, directing its demolition to remove blight and hazard from the neighborhood.
Council orders demolition of unsafe structure at 1401 1st Ave West
Unsafe building at 1401 1st Ave West will be demolished after council determination it poses a public nuisance. Removal clears a blighted property from the neighborhood.
City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1301 2nd Ave W
The city has deemed the building unsafe and a public nuisance, and will demolish it to remove blight and safety hazards from the neighborhood.
Condemnation repair permit issued for 5021 1st Avenue North
Property owner Amir Abdelrahman can now proceed with repairs to this blighted residential structure and attached garage, moving it toward recovery or redevelopment.
Condemnation repair permit issued for 51-55th Street N
Property owner Gloria Underwood receives city approval to repair a condemned building. This clears the way for restoration work on what may be a blighted property.
Repair permit issued for condemned property at 1300 31st St N
Property owner can now legally repair a condemned house, potentially returning it to occupancy and stabilizing the neighborhood block.
Condemnation repair permit issued for 6425 5th Avenue South
Owner Brandy Wigley can now repair a condemned property, removing a blighted structure from the neighborhood. Completion clears a vacant lot and may enable redevelopment.
Repair permit issued for condemned property at 1612 33rd Avenue
Property owner Dan Fagan can now repair the condemned building, moving it toward occupancy and reducing neighborhood blight.
City awards $1M construction contract for Firearms Range building
Birmingham approves $1.04 million contract for a new Administration and Classroom Building at the Firearms Range, a capital project funded by the city.
City awards $103,818 drainage contract to Southeastern Sealcoating
Candle Lane drainage improvements will reduce flooding and water damage in the area. Project to begin upon contract execution.
Council awards $107,665 drainage contract to Global Management Group
City improves stormwater drainage at Border Street and 24th Avenue in Ensley, reducing flood risk for the neighborhood.
Council awards housing rehab contract to Diversified Industries
Diversified Industries wins competitive bid to rehabilitate homes across five city projects (FY16-141, 139, 149, 150, 155), advancing neighborhood housing stability and blight reduction.
City awards housing rehab contract to Home Shield
City funds rehabilitation of homes across six projects to improve housing stock and neighborhood conditions. Contract is on consent for routine award after competitive bid.
City awards housing rehab contract to Maintenance Pros
Maintenance Pros, LLC wins competitive bid to rehabilitate homes under federally funded CRGP program (FY16 projects). Strengthens local contractor relationships for housing recovery work.
Council awards housing rehab contract to Slate Industrial Solutions
Slate Industrial Solutions wins competitive bid to rehabilitate homes in city housing programs FY16-120 and FY16-146. Contract funds repairs that improve housing stability for residents in blighted areas.
City awards housing rehab contract to Southern Remodeling
Competitive bid awarded to Southern Remodeling for rehabilitating homes in three CRGP projects. Work spans one year and helps improve housing stock across multiple city properties.
City renews carnival equipment rental contract with Great American Tent
Secures ongoing tent and concession equipment for city events and festivals. Competitive renewal holds vendor pricing stable for public gatherings.
City renews carnival equipment rental contract with Jump N' High
City extends its supply agreement for bounce houses and concession equipment used at public events. Contract continues under competitive bid terms previously negotiated.
Carnival and concession equipment rental renewed with Party Source Outlet
City extends multi-year vendor contract for event equipment rentals. Ensures reliable sourcing for municipal celebrations and public events.
City pays Buffalo Electric $5,930 for electrical parts
General fund spending on routine supplies and materials used in city operations.
Fire Department: 3-year furniture contract with Dream Seats, LLC.
Council approves ongoing furniture purchases for the Fire Department over three years. Specific dollar amount and types of furniture not disclosed in the public record.
City approves $794.48 payment to Inline Electric for courtroom equipment upgrade
Funds courtroom electronic upgrades to keep judicial proceedings running smoothly.
City pays Long Lewis Ford $6,124 for engine hoist
Routine equipment purchase for city garage maintenance operations. This spending decision is visible on the consent agenda for public record.
Council authorizes $8,100 paper purchase for printing warehouse
Routine office supply replenishment for city printing operations. Maintains inventory needed to support day-to-day municipal printing services.
Pep Boys: $4,658 car lift purchase for Public Works
City buys equipment needed to service and maintain municipal vehicles, keeping fleet repairs on schedule and costs controlled.
Fire Department: $5,950 purchase of ladders and hardware from William Fire Appar
Fire Department equipment upgrade brings apparatuses into compliance with ISO safety standards, improving emergency response readiness.
City pays $1,265 to ED's Refurb for vehicle repair
Routine maintenance spending on city vehicle 104994. No direct impact on residents.
City pays $3,247 to ED's Refurb for vehicle repair
Equipment Management Department vehicle (No. 962277) gets wreck repair from local vendor using general fund dollars.
City pays JW Auto Body $3,611 for vehicle 174326 repair
General fund covers routine vehicle maintenance for city fleet. This repair to Equipment Management vehicle 174326 is a standard operational expense.
City approves $1,193 collision repair with Rich's Collision
City pays for wreck repair on a fleet vehicle. Routine maintenance spending from general funds.
City reimburses Kelvin Datcher $965.42 for D.C. travel
Mayor's office employee receives reimbursement for intergovernmental affairs trip to Washington, D.C. Routine expense approval on consent agenda.
Approve $177 travel reimbursement for Mayor's Office staff
City reimburses administrative assistant Alice Williams for official travel to Phoenix, Arizona (April 23–25, 2018).
City approves employee expense reimbursements
City employees receive reimbursement for approved work-related expenses from the general fund.
Council approves employee advance reimbursements
Employees receive approval to be reimbursed for advance expenses from city funds. Standard personnel payroll item.