Regular City Council Meeting

City vacates alley for The Children development near 16th–17th Streets South

The city is giving up public alleyway rights to clear the way for The Children's project. Removes 8,086 sq ft of public right-of-way between downtown streets.

Sole-source: ADS Security monitoring contract approved

City commits recurring funds to ADS Security for alarm monitoring across multiple departments under a sole-source contract.

City approves AT&T security services for network operations

City Network Operations Center devices will receive security monitoring under an existing state contract. Ensures continuity of IT infrastructure protection.

City approves $398.54 travel reimbursement for council staff

Committee assistant travel expenses are reimbursed from the general fund. This is routine staff administration.

Council approves $1,122 travel reimbursement for Pro-Tem Hoyt

Pro-Tem Hoyt attended a National Network conference in New York June 13–17, 2017. The city reimburses approved travel for council members attending professional development and policy meetings.

Weed abatement: 1,022 properties declared public nuisance

The city is moving toward cleanup of over 1,000 properties with overgrown weeds that pose neighborhood blight and safety risks. Owners will be notified and have an opportunity to address the issue before city action.

Fire Department receives $20.3K from District 7 fund reallocation

Budget adjustment redirects neighborhood allocations toward fire services in District 7. The shift impacts how discretionary district funds are deployed for emergency response capacity.

Public hearing set: South West Supermarket license revocation

City may revoke the beer license and business license for South West Supermarket at 12 1st Avenue SW. Citizens can attend and comment on whether the business should keep operating.

Council adopts budget reporting rules for General and Capital Funds

New policy sets how the city will report on spending from its two main budgets, making it easier for residents to track where tax dollars go each year.

Law clarifies Council's control over city finances and property

Establishes the legal framework governing how Birmingham manages public money and assets. This codifies Council authority over city finances, setting the baseline for all spending and property decisions.

City shifts $125K in budget funds (FY 2017)

Council reallocates $100K from equipment reserves and $25K from Mayor's grants to cover unspecified spending needs in the fiscal year ending June 2017.

City shifts $125K in budget funds (FY 2017)

Council reallocates $100K from equipment reserves and $25K from Mayor's grants to cover unspecified spending needs in the fiscal year ending June 2017.

Council appoints O. Tameka Wren to Industrial Development Board

Wren fills an unexpired board seat, adding a lawyer to the city body that oversees industrial incentives and development projects affecting Birmingham's economic growth.

Mayor authorized to execute consulting contract with STRADA Professional Service

City enters sole-source consulting agreement with STRADA for Jefferson County port development work. Contract details and funding amount not fully disclosed in agenda item.

Sales tax holiday exemption added to city code

City creates new recurring sales tax break on certain items. Details of which products qualify and when the holiday applies are incomplete in the official record.

Council appoints O. Tameka Wren to Industrial Development Board

Wren fills an unexpired board seat, adding a lawyer to the city body that oversees industrial incentives and development projects affecting Birmingham's economic growth.

City sells property Lots 0011, Block A to WF Real Property Resources for $8,745.

City-owned land at Lots 0011, Block A is being sold to a private buyer. This removes the parcel from the public inventory.

ADDENDUM P ITEM 35. An Ordinance rescheduling and relocating the City Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 4, 2017 in Birmingham City Hall Council Chambers to Thursday, July 6, 2017 at Region Field, 1401 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, Alabama 35233

Council appoints O. Tameka Wren to Industrial Development Board

Wren fills an unexpired board seat, adding a lawyer to the city body that oversees industrial incentives and development projects affecting Birmingham's economic growth.

City shifts $125K in budget funds (FY 2017)

Council reallocates $100K from equipment reserves and $25K from Mayor's grants to cover unspecified spending needs in the fiscal year ending June 2017.

Budget amendment: $125K reallocated from general fund

City moves $100K from equipment and $25K from Mayor's grant funds to cover unspecified priorities. Impact on residents depends on where the money is redirected.