Regular City Council Meeting

STATEMENT OF CONDUCT OF BUSINESS All items designated as "Consent" are routine and non-controversial and will be approved by one motion. All items on the "Consent Agenda" will be announced by reading the Item Numbers only. No separate discussion of these i

BeTo Hospitality seeks liquor license for Nightcap, 2225 2nd Ave N

BeTo Hospitality is applying for a lounge retail liquor license to operate an alcohol-service establishment at 2225 2nd Avenue North. The city is holding a public hearing to allow community input on the application.

Fairway Social Birmingham granted restaurant liquor license

Restaurant at 1230 2nd Avenue South approved to serve beer, wine, and spirits. License allows the business to operate with full alcohol service.

SJB Corporation seeks lounge liquor license for The Pony

SJB Corporation is applying to transfer a Lounge Retail Liquor Class I License for The Pony at 342 Valley Avenue. The public hearing will allow neighbors and interested parties to weigh in on whether this liquor license should be approved.

Dance permit transfer approved for The Pony bar

SJB Corporation/Charles Westlund Jr. can now operate live dancing at The Pony on Valley Avenue. The permit transfer allows the business to continue its licensed entertainment venue.

Nuisance abatement liens assessed on blighted properties

City will charge owners for cleanup costs of nuisance properties and place liens on them to recover expenses. Property owners have right to a hearing.

City spends $1.7M federal grant on traffic and air-quality projects with ALDOT

Federal funding for congestion relief and air-quality improvements in transportation. No local tax dollars required.

Budget: $431K shifted from street resurfacing to Fund 036

The city is moving $431,009 from street resurfacing reserves to another fund, potentially affecting road maintenance spending in the fiscal year ending June 2025.

Budget amendment: $119,921.82 to Capital Fund for 2021 AGO warrant

General Fund reallocates nearly $120K to pay outstanding 2021 obligations from the Attorney General's office. Routine budget adjustment on consent agenda.

$7M transferred from Police salaries to Non-Departmental

City moves $7 million from police personnel budgets to unspecified non-departmental uses, a significant reallocation of public safety funds that may affect staffing levels or operational capacity.

Budget amendment: $6,434 transferred within District 2 discretionary accounts

City is shifting $6,434 between spending categories in District 2 — moving money out of discretionary projects and general supplies to cover other needs. This affects how public funds allocated to your district get spent.

General Fund budget amendment: $4,019 reallocated within District 4

City moves $4,019 between District 4 accounts, shifting funds from discretionary projects and supplies to other priorities. No direct resident impact, but shows how council adjusts spending mid-year.

Budget amendment: $3,540 transferred within District 5 discretionary funds

Reallocates money between District 5 spending categories (discretionary projects, consulting fees, and other accounts) without adding new costs.

Budget amendment: $10,169 reallocated across District 6 funds

City is shifting money between District 6 accounts—from discretionary projects, consulting fees, and other line items. Check if your neighborhood priorities are affected.

Budget amendment transfers $14.6K among District 7 accounts

General Fund reallocates discretionary project money within District 7 to cover immediate needs. Affects how district spending priorities are balanced this fiscal year.

Budget amendment: $2,000 transferred from District 9 professional fees

Reallocates general fund money within District 9's consulting and printing budget for fiscal year 2025. Amounts are small but the decision affects how public resources are spent in that district.

Budget amendment shifts ~$25K between general fund accounts

Minor reallocation of office and administrative supplies funding within the fiscal 2025 budget. No direct impact on resident services or public programs.

Axon Enterprise: Second amendment to master devices and services agreement

City expands or modifies its existing lease and use of Axon devices and services (body cameras, evidence management, or related law-enforcement technology). Details of the expanded scope or cost are in the attached quote.

Mayor authorized to amend Birmingham Talks agreement

Amendment to city contract with Birmingham Talks, Inc. Details of the scope and financial terms are not provided in the agenda text.

City extends $125K grant to Birmingham Urban League

The city commits $125,000 over 12 months to support Birmingham Urban League's work in the community. The amendment continues an existing partnership (original agreement dated May 23, 2024).

City extends software license with Cycom Data Systems for 2 years

City continues using Cycom's software for ongoing operations; product updates included through 2-year renewal.

$2.4M contract amendment with Disability Rights and Resources, Inc.

City commits $2.4 million through June 2025 to support disability services and resources in the community.

City partners with County Greenways to maintain Shades Creek, Clairmont trails

City commits to ongoing upkeep of two popular walking trails in partnership with Jefferson County Greenways Commission, keeping pathways accessible for local recreation.

Third amendment to Penny Foundation small-business education program agreement

City extends partnership with Penny Foundation to continue small-business outreach education. No dollar amount disclosed.

City approves Raydiant software agreement for Police Department

Police Department gains new software tools for operations. Agreement terms and cost details not fully disclosed in available summary.

City extends Urban Impact contract $50K for 12 months

Contract amendment continues services from Urban Impact, Inc. through next fiscal year. Citizens should know which services are involved and whether this represents routine renewal or expanded scope.

Amendment: Woodlawn United receives $1.8M contract through June 2025

City extends its agreement with Woodlawn United and commits $1.8M in public funds through mid-2025. The specific services and impact on residents remain unclear from the item description.

City renews stop-loss insurance with Optum for employees

Stop-loss insurance protects the city's health insurance fund from catastrophic claims. This renewal covers active and retired employees for one year starting July 1, 2025.

Firefighter cancer benefits renewed with ACE American Life Insurance

Continues disability and cancer coverage for City firefighters required by state law. Protects eligible firefighters and their families against occupational health risks.

Workers' comp insurance renewed with Midwest Employers for $427,737

City commits $427,737 for one year of excess workers' compensation coverage starting July 1, 2025. This protects municipal operations and ensures employee injury claims are covered beyond standard limits.

Weed abatement: 1401 32nd Street removed from special assessment

Property owner at 1401 32nd Street is released from the city's special assessment for weed abatement costs following cleanup of the parcel.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 208 12th Ave W

Unsafe structure at 208 12th Avenue West will be torn down. This removes a public hazard from the neighborhood.

Unsafe building at 821 4th Court West ordered demolished

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

City awards $384K heating contract to Splawn Construction for 3 fire stations

Splawn Construction will install bay heaters at Fire Stations 1, 12, and 25, improving working conditions for firefighters and equipment maintenance.

City renews LinkedIn Learning licenses for $45,629

Continued subscription funds professional-development platform for city employees, with 1,000–1,499 licenses available across the workforce.

Council approves expense reimbursement for elected officials

City officials' work-related expenses are reimbursed from the general fund. Citizens can monitor how public money supports city leadership operations.

Council approves employee expense reimbursements

Taxpayer funds reimburse city staff for work-related costs like mileage, meals, and conference travel.

Approve employee advance expense accounts

City reimburses employees for out-of-pocket work expenses. This routine decision clears submitted expense claims from the general fund.

City declares 606 weed-infested properties public nuisances

Properties with dangerous weeds will receive notice to clean up or face city abatement action. This affects neighborhood safety and property upkeep across the city.

City collects weed-abatement fees through property taxes

Property owners with unpaid weed-abatement assessments will have those costs collected alongside their tax bills instead of through separate city billing.