Regular City Council Meeting

Weed abatement: City clears nuisance properties, costs become liens

City will clear overgrown weeds and debris from blighted properties and charge owners for cleanup costs, which attach as liens. Helps neighborhood appearance and property values in affected areas.

Special weed-abatement assessment against blighted properties

City pursues cost recovery from property owners for weed removal on neglected parcels; property owners may owe special assessments.

Weed abatement: special assessment on blighted properties

City collects costs for clearing dangerous weeds from abandoned or neglected properties. Property owners may face liens if they don't pay the assessment.

Council sets weed-abatement fees on blighted properties

Property owners will pay special assessments to cover the city's cost of clearing noxious weeds from their land. Failure to pay may result in tax liens or foreclosure.

Weed abatement: special assessment on blighted properties

Property owners with noxious weeds face a special tax bill for city cleanup costs. Follows the 2014 blight ordinance that lets Birmingham recover abatement spending from negligent owners.

Special weed-abatement assessment on blighted properties

Property owners may face special assessments to cover city costs for removing noxious weeds. Citizens can voice concerns about the properties and amounts at the public hearing.

Special assessment for weed abatement on blighted properties

City pursues cost recovery for clearing noxious weeds on abandoned properties; charges assessed against affected parcels.

Weed abatement: City assesses blighted properties for cleanup costs

Property owners with overgrown, dangerous weeds receive a special assessment to recover the city's cleanup costs from a 2014 abatement program.

Special weed-abatement assessment hearing set for properties

Property owners will have a chance to contest cost-recovery charges for city weed removal on their land. Decision affects properties declared blighted under Resolution 1887-15.

Weed abatement assessment levied on blighted properties

City is charging property owners for the cost of removing noxious weeds from their land under a 2014 abatement order. Owners will receive bills for cleanup work already performed.

Special weed-abatement assessment approved

Property owners may face a special assessment to cover weed-removal costs on their land. Details on affected properties and amounts are in the full resolution.

Weed abatement assessments: property owners face costs

Property owners declared to have noxious or dangerous weeds will be assessed for abatement costs under a 2016 council directive. Check if your property is on the list and object during the hearing if needed.

Special assessment imposed for weed abatement on blighted properties

Property owners will face financial charges to cover weed removal costs on their parcels. This continues enforcement of the city's 2016 blight-abatement program.

Weed abatement assessment hearing on blighted properties

City moves to recover cleanup costs from property owners with noxious or dangerous weeds. Owners have opportunity to be heard on the special assessment.

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abatement of abandoned vehicles clears neighborhood blight and improves street safety. Removal costs are charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

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.

Council transfers $500 to North Avondale Neighborhood Association

Amends prior ordinance to adjust funding for the North Avondale Neighborhood Association's community work.

Budget amendment: $7,000 to Mayor's Office for economic development

City reallocates $7,000 from the General Fund to support marketing and promotion efforts by the Mayor's Office Economic Development division.

Budget amendment: $1,025 added to Equipment Management

City re-appropriates $1,025 from reimbursement funds toward equipment purchases by Equipment Management.

City sets aside $6,059 for Festival Center per incentive deal

General Fund spending on Festival Center under an economic incentive agreement. Citizens should know how public dollars support local venues and events.

Budget amendment: $283K shifts from Mayor's Office to Community Development staf

City redirects personnel funding from the Mayor's Office to Community Development for fiscal 2018, affecting departmental payroll capacity.

City allocates $300K state grant for East Lake Park improvements

East Lake Park receives $300,000 in state funding for upgrades. The money comes from an ADECA grant the city already secured.

Settlement: City to pay employment discrimination claim

City resolves employment discrimination allegation through settlement. Dollar amount not disclosed in summary.

CONSENT ITEM 28. A Resolution determining that the District 9 Neighborhood Presidents Quarterly Meeting that is being held on Saturday, February 10, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., at Birmingham City Hall, in Conference Rooms "D & E", serves a public purpose that pr

City spends $1,000 to support Birmingham Board of Education

City directs general funds to the school board for student services. Specific goods or services not detailed in available text.

City spends $5,000 on office supplies and equipment

General fund payment for supplies, folding tables, popcorn cart, and microwave oven for city use.

City funds $720 annual entry wall maintenance for Neighborhood

Monthly upkeep ($60/month) keeps neighborhood entry walls in good condition through 2018. Part of routine neighborhood asset maintenance.

Library board gets $1,000 for Woodlawn gaming setup

Woodlawn Library adds Xbox gaming system and display cart, expanding recreational programming for residents.

City spends $9,999.99 to replace neighborhood sign destroyed by vehicle

A neighborhood sign was hit and destroyed by a vehicle earlier this year; the city is now repairing it.

City assesses $2,619 sales tax against CTH Rentals LLC

Tax enforcement action against a rental business for unpaid sales taxes in October. Ensures tax obligations are collected and enforced fairly.

City assesses $3,396 sales tax against Luxe Ultra Lounge

The city is collecting unpaid sales taxes from the lounge operator for June. This is a routine tax enforcement action to ensure local businesses pay what they owe.

Condemnation repair permit approved for 1912 24th Street North

Property owner gets approval to repair a condemned building on 24th Street North. This step moves the structure toward rehabilitation rather than demolition.

Condemnation repair permit issued for 1016 35th St., Ensley

Property owner Clifton Burns can now repair the condemned building at 1016 35th Street in Ensley, clearing a path toward recovery or redevelopment of a blighted property.

City awards $362K pavilion repairs to A.G. Gaston Construction

Public parks get maintenance upgrades at various city locations. Project scope and timeline not detailed in agenda.

City awards $162K street improvements contract to Gillespie Construction

Roebuck Springs Road will get repaired and resurfaced through this lowest-bid contract award. Work begins following council approval.

Council cancels $267K Lane Park culvert contract with P & P, Inc.

Lane Park Road culvert replacement project is being reset; the original 2017 contract is voided, likely due to project delays or scope changes. Residents using Lane Park Road may see revised timelines or contractor changes ahead.

City awards $295,948 culvert contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

Lane Park Road culvert replacement improves drainage and road safety in the area. Project was awarded to the lowest competitive bidder.

Council awards roofing contract to Diversified Industries (CRGP)

Repairs progress on city houses in rehabilitation program targeting blighted properties. Contract covers roofing work on four property groups.

Council awards roofing contract to Home Shield for community rehab program

City contracts with Home Shield to repair roofs on houses in the Community Development Community Revitalization & Greening Program (CRGP). Supports affordable housing rehabilitation in targeted neighborhoods.

Council awards roofing contract to Southern Remodeling (CRGP)

City approves competitive bid for roof repairs on rehabilitation houses in Groups 1 and 5. Contract runs one year as part of community revitalization program.

City awards demolition contract to Heritage Realty Holdings

Heritage Realty Holdings will remove condemned residential structures in Quadrant IV, clearing blighted properties and preparing land for neighborhood recovery.

Johns Construction awarded demolition contract for condemned homes in Quadrant I

City awards demolition services contract to clear condemned residential structures in Quadrant I. Contract unit pricing supports ongoing blight reduction efforts in the neighborhood.

Council approves Nelson Family Lawn Care for demolition services in Quadrant III

City removes condemned residential structures to address blight and improve neighborhood conditions in Quadrant III. Specific properties and timeline will be determined as demolitions are authorized.

City awards demolition contract to Swanson Enterprises in Quadrant II

Swanson Enterprises will demolish condemned residential buildings in Quadrant II. Clearing blighted structures improves neighborhood safety and opens land for redevelopment.

5000 6th Ave S removed from weed abatement assessment

Property owner at 5000 6th Ave S no longer owes the special weed-abatement tax assessed against this parcel since 2017.

Weed abatement lien finalized for 1437 Miles St

City will collect cleanup costs from the property owner. The lien ensures costs for removing noxious weeds are recovered.

Council approves $2,000 locksmith supplies purchase from Alabama Lock and Key

City buying specialized locksmith hardware that general suppliers don't stock. Sole-source purchase approved on consent agenda.

City buys sink faucet repair parts for Justice Center ($114.22)

Routine maintenance supplies purchase to keep municipal plumbing in working order.

GLS Supply: $689 water-line parts for Fire Station 31

City approves $689 in parts and supplies to repair a water line at Fire Station 31. Ensures reliable water service to the fire station.

Council approves $2,000 sole-source plumbing supplies contract with GLS Supply

City purchases emergency plumbing supplies for maintenance jobs. Sole-source procurement means no competitive bidding.

City spends $381.25 for ice machine repair parts

Routine maintenance keeps public ice machines functioning across city facilities.

City pays Ice Makers, Inc. $2,000 for refrigeration parts

Routine maintenance purchase for municipal ice and refrigeration equipment that keeps city facilities operational.

City pays $3,238 to J W Auto Body for vehicle wreck repair

Equipment Management Department uses city funds to repair a damaged vehicle. Part of routine fleet maintenance spending.

City approves $400 auto repair payment to Paul Pierce Paint and Body

Equipment Management repairs city vehicle 092201 through sole-source contract with local vendor.

City pays Paul Pierce Paint & Body $2,289 for vehicle wreck repair

Equipment Management Department repairs city vehicle #144337 after collision. Routine fleet maintenance charged to general fund.

City pays $597.80 to Paul Pierce Paint and Body for vehicle repair

Equipment Management uses general funds to repair city vehicles damaged in wrecks. This payment covers repair of vehicle #144351.

Fire Department pays $5,696 for testing assessor lodging

Fire Department operational expense for apparatus operator certification assessments. Routine public safety spending on consent agenda.

City pays Supreme Automotive $743.99 for vehicle repair

Equipment Management Department vehicle repair funded from general budget.

City pays Supreme Automotive $1,622 for vehicle repair

Equipment Management Department gets damaged vehicle repaired using general fund dollars.

City pays Tucker Paint and Body $585 for vehicle repair

Equipment Management Department repairs city vehicle 174316 using general fund dollars.

City approves $336,138 in refunds

City Finance is returning $336,138 to residents and vendors through eleven separate refunds. The refunds come from the general fund.

Council approves $1,092.65 expense reimbursement to councilor O'Quinn

Public official travel and meal expenses paid from city funds; item was held over from prior meeting before final approval.

Council reimburses William Parker $365.60 in expenses

Councilor Parker receives reimbursement for approved travel or meeting expenses from the general fund.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

City employees get reimbursed for work-related expenses from the general fund. This is a routine accounting approval with no direct impact on residents.

Approve employee expense reimbursements from general fund

City employees get reimbursed for work-related expenses (travel, supplies, meals). Public oversight ensures funds are spent appropriately.

Approve employee expense reimbursements

City employees get reimbursed for work-related expenses they advanced out of pocket.

City commits $75K match for Finley Road ALDOT grant

City reallocates $75,000 from completed projects to match state grant funding for Finley Road improvements, unlocking ALDOT investment in the area.

Council awards $35,050 guardrail contract to Alabama Guardrail

Guardrail safety improvements on Sydney Drive approved through competitive bid. Work protects drivers on this roadway.

City pays NAPA Genuine Parts $100K for vehicle maintenance parts

Equipment Management Department purchases auto parts for city vehicle fleet upkeep and repairs on an ongoing basis.

City approves $30K auto parts purchase from O'Reilly Automotive

Equipment Management Department restocks vehicle maintenance supplies. Routine operational spending from the general fund.

City pays J W Auto Body $974.30 to repair vehicle 134955

Routine equipment maintenance spending from the general fund. This repair keeps a city vehicle operational for the Equipment Management Department.

City pays $532.14 to J W Auto Body for vehicle repair

Equipment Management Department vehicle wreck repair supplement. Routine spending decision on city fleet maintenance.

City pays Rich's Collision Repair $2,627 for vehicle wreck repair

Equipment Management Department authorizes spending for repair of city vehicle #174314. Routine maintenance charge covered from general fund.

City pays Tucker Paint and Body $2,034.88 for vehicle repair

Equipment Management repairs a damaged city vehicle using general funds. Routine maintenance spending.

Equipment repairs: $6,300 to Pinson Machining for bush hogs

General fund commits $6,300 to repair city equipment (bush hogs) used in public grounds maintenance. Standard vendor payment on consent calendar.

Council approves $13,637 repair for street sweeper #054911

City pays Sansom Equipment Company to fix a street-cleaning machine. Routine equipment maintenance keeps roads clean.

Council approves $475.35 travel reimbursement for Councilor Parker

Routine reimbursement for official travel. Councilor Parker attended a January 2018 conference in Montgomery.

City approves employee expense reimbursements

Reimburses city employees for work-related expenses from the general fund. Itemized accounts are part of routine payroll and operational oversight.

Council appoints Alexia Patterson as Hilliard's communications strategist

Councilor Hilliard adds a dedicated messaging and communications staff member to his District 9 office to improve public engagement.

Pine Knol trees: City funds $4,000 pruning in neighborhood

Routine tree maintenance for the Pine Knol neighborhood using special tax funds. Supports neighborhood upkeep and safety.