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council Birmingham · Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Regular City Council Meeting

Agenda items
100
54 consent · 46 regular
Votes
27
minutes text
Total dollars
$111.0M
12 items with amounts
Roll call

Votes (27)

passed #6002 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Rafferty · YEA Roberson · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6003 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
7–1
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Parker · YEA Rafferty · YEA Roberson · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA Lundy · NAY
passed #6004 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6005 official minutes · high
Re: #76. ITEM 74. A Resolution approving the following Advanced Expense Accounts: ** Sherri Nielson, Executive Administrative… structured fact · 90%
4–1
Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Austin · YEA Abbott · NAY
passed #6006 official minutes · high
Re: #74. (ph) ITEM 2. TABLED A Resolution relative to the application of 8 Seconds LLC for a Club Liquor Class II License to be … structured fact · 80%
6–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Parker · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6007 official minutes · high
Re: #74. (ph) ITEM 2. TABLED A Resolution relative to the application of 8 Seconds LLC for a Club Liquor Class II License to be … structured fact · 80%
6–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Parker · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
failed #6008 official minutes · high
Re: #81. (ph) ITEM 4. A Resolution relative to the application of Ensley Seafood Five Points LLC for an Off Premise Beer and Win… text similarity · 75%
1–8
Rafferty · YEA Abbott · NAY Hoyt · NAY Lundy · NAY Parker · NAY Roberson · NAY Scales · NAY Tyson · NAY Austin · NAY
passed #6009 official minutes · high
Re: #82. (ph) ITEM 5. A Resolution relative to the application of Georgia Road Lounge LLC for a Lounge Retail Liquor Class I Lic… structured fact · 80%
7–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA
passed #6010 official minutes · high
Re: #83. (ph) ITEM 6. A Resolution relative to the application of Juanita Graham for a Division I Dance Permit to be used at Geo… text similarity · 75%
7–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA
passed #6011 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
7–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA
passed #6012 official minutes · high
Re: #88. P ITEM 49. An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute a Satisfaction Deed to Cheryl K. Montgomery, upon receipt of … structured fact · 90%
7–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA
passed #6013 official minutes · high
Re: #88. P ITEM 49. An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor to execute a Satisfaction Deed to Cheryl K. Montgomery, upon receipt of … structured fact · 90%
7–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA
passed #6014 official minutes · high
Re: #89. CONSENT ITEM 53. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to Resolution No. 790-15 amending the Memor… resolution number · 90%
8–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6015 official minutes · high
Re: #97. REQUEST FROM THE PUBLIC text similarity · 75%
80–0 1 abstain
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA Lundy · YEA Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Parker · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA Hoyt · ABSTAIN
passed #6016 official minutes · high
Re: #97. REQUEST FROM THE PUBLIC text similarity · 75%
72–5 1 abstain
Abbott · YEA Parker · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA Hoyt · YEA Abbott · YEA Parker · YEA Abbott · NAY Parker · NAY Scales · NAY Tyson · NAY Austin · NAY Hoyt · ABSTAIN
passed #6017 official minutes · high
Re: #94. CONSENT ITEM 60. A Resolution authorizing the Director of Planning, Engineering and Permits to issue a condemnation rep… structured fact · 80%
6–5
Hoyt · YEA Parker · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6018 official minutes · high
Re: #66. ADDENDUM ITEM 81. A Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 1670-15, adopted by the Council October 20, 2015, which set a … text similarity · 75%
7–5
Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6019 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Rafferty · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6020 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Rafferty · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6021 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
6–0
Abbott · YEA Lundy · YEA Rafferty · YEA Roberson · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6022 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
6–0
Abbott · YEA Lundy · YEA Rafferty · YEA Roberson · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6023 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
5–0
Abbott · YEA Lundy · YEA Rafferty · YEA Roberson · YEA Tyson · YEA
passed #6024 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
5–0
Abbott · YEA Lundy · YEA Rafferty · YEA Roberson · YEA Tyson · YEA
passed #6025 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
9–0
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Rafferty · YEA Roberson · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA
passed #6026 official minutes · high
No agenda item linked.
4–1
Hoyt · YEA Lundy · YEA Parker · YEA Austin · YEA Abbott · NAY
passed #6027 official minutes · high
Re: #97. REQUEST FROM THE PUBLIC text similarity · 75%
6–0 1 abstain
Abbott · YEA Hoyt · YEA Parker · YEA Scales · YEA Tyson · YEA Austin · YEA Hoyt · ABSTAIN
Business

Regular Agenda (46)

Procedural: INVOCATION: Reverend Randy Williams, Pastor, Parkway Christian Fellowship
Procedural: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilor Steven W. Hoyt
Procedural: ROLL CALL
Procedural: MINUTES NOT READY: August 4 – October 20, 2015
· Item number:Item #50 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability ✨ Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves Bostic Trucking to demolish commercial structures, Quadrant Thr

City moves forward with demolishing blighted commercial buildings in Quadrant Three, Group Five area. Clears abandoned structures from neighborhoods to reduce blight and safety hazards.

Counterparty: Bostic Trucking and Excavating, Watson, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: Quadrant Three, Group Five
· Item number:Item #51 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability ✨ Total cost: undisclosed

Council awards demolition contract to E & M Salvage in Quadrant Two

Commercial buildings in Quadrant Two will be demolished, clearing blighted structures and opening the way for neighborhood reuse or redevelopment.

Counterparty: E & M Salvage Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: Quadrant Two, Group One
· Item number:Item #52 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability ✨ Total cost: undisclosed

Council awards demolition contract to Goudy Construction

Blighted commercial buildings in Quadrant One will be demolished, clearing tax-burdened parcels for potential reuse and reducing neighborhood blight.

Counterparty: Goudy Construction, Hueytown, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: Quadrant One, Group Two and Group Four
· Item number:Item #53 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy ✨ Total cost: undisclosed

Motley Construction wins demolition bid for commercial structures in Quadrants 2

City removes blighted commercial buildings in central Birmingham. Clearing vacant or unsafe structures improves neighborhood conditions and public safety.

Counterparty: Motley Construction, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Bid rejection Location: Quadrant Two, Group Three and Quadrant Three
· Item number:Item #54 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability ✨ Total cost: undisclosed

City awards demolition contract to Richardson and Richardson

City contracts with Richardson and Richardson to demolish blighted commercial structures in Quadrants One and Three, clearing sites for potential redevelopment and improving neighborhood safety.

Counterparty: Richardson and Richardson, Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: Quadrant One, Group One, and Quadrant Three
· Item number:Item #55 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability ✨ Total cost: undisclosed

Council awards demolition contract to TAG Grinding for Quadrant Three structures

Blighted commercial buildings in Quadrant Three will be demolished, clearing properties for potential redevelopment. Removes eyesores and safety hazards from the neighborhood.

Counterparty: TAG Grinding, Marietta, Georgia Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: Quadrant Three, Group Three and Group Six
· Item number:Item #56 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability ✨ Total cost: undisclosed

Council awards demolition contract to TOA LLC for Quadrant Four structures

Blighted commercial buildings in Quadrant Four will be demolished, clearing sites for potential redevelopment and improving neighborhood conditions.

Counterparty: TOA LLC, Norcross, Georgia Funding source: Unknown Action type: Demolition Location: Quadrant Four, Group One
· Item number:Item #57 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: undisclosed

Think Safe Inc. wins competitive bid for commercial demolition in Quadrants 2 &

City approves demolition of blighted commercial structures in two city quadrants, removing eyesores and clearing the way for redevelopment. Helps combat urban blight and supports neighborhood recovery.

Counterparty: Think Safe, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Bid rejection Location: Quadrant Two, Group Two and Quadrant Three, Group
· Item number:Item #58 Total cost: undisclosed

City vacates Block 8 alley for Anthony C. M

The city is giving up public right-of-way to a private party in Block 8, removing approximately 0.1 acres of alley between Bessemer Road and 47th Street from public use.

Counterparty: Anthony C. M Funding source: Unknown Action type: Right-of-way easement
· Item number:Item #59 · 🏗️ Property Recovery ✨ Total cost: undisclosed

City waives subdivision fee for Case SUB2015-00038

Removes subdivision processing cost to unlock a project expected to deliver positive economic impact to Birmingham. Waiver reduces barriers to development that council judges beneficial.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
· Item number:Item #60 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City leases 2,400-sq-ft storeroom from Shops on Montevallo

City will rent a storeroom in a shopping center to support operations. No dollar amount or funding source disclosed in the agenda materials.

Counterparty: Shops on Montevallo, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
· Item number:Item #61 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves employee advance expense accounts

Allows city employees to draw advance funds for work-related expenses, then reconcile against actual costs. Streamlines reimbursement process for staff.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
· Item number:Item #62 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council District 4: Naomi Gordon hired as community consultant

District 4 resident-focused projects get a dedicated consultant. Dollar amount and scope of work not disclosed in the summary.

Counterparty: Naomi Gordon Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Council District 4
· Item number:Item #63 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $50K

City hires EPA consultant Erika Liles for $50,000

City commits $50,000 for professional consulting to support EPA work, November 2015–March 2016. Specific scope unclear from title.

Counterparty: Erika Liles Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #64 · 🛡️ Public-Safety Tech & Privacy Total cost: $25K

City hires EPA consultant for $25K in sole-source deal

Scottie McClaney will improve communication between the EPA and City on environmental compliance and enforcement matters. The sole-source contract—without competitive bidding—carries no public hearing.

Counterparty: Scottie McClaney, Alabaster, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Contract award
· Item number:Item #65 · 🏚️ Blight Accountability ✨ Total cost: undisclosed

City targets 502 blighted properties with weed abatement notices

Notices posted on vacant properties with overgrown weeds—a common blight marker in neighborhoods. Clears path for city to enforce cleanup and potentially recover abandoned land.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Weed abatement
· Item number:Item #68 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $15.4M

Council approves $15.4M bond to fund city projects

Birmingham is borrowing $15.4 million to pay for planned infrastructure and services. Taxpayers will repay these bonds over time through city revenue.

Funding source: Bond Action type: Ordinance
· Item number:Item #69 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

General Obligation Bonds Series 2015-A: Council action on debt terms

Council is taking action on $0-face-value bonds originally issued in 2015. This likely involves refinancing, redemption, or administrative adjustments to existing city debt obligations. Details on the specific action are needed to assess resident impact on future tax obligations

Funding source: Bond Action type: Resolution
Procedural: CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS FOR FINAL PASSAGE
· Item number:Item #71 Total cost: undisclosed

Zoning change: R-3 residential to B-2 business for Marino property

Property owner Anthony Marino seeks to rezone his parcel from single-family residential to general business use, which could allow commercial or mixed-use development in place of residential housing.

Counterparty: Anthony Marino Funding source: Unknown Action type: Zoning
Procedural: PRESENTATIONS
Procedural: COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
· Item number:Item #74 Total cost: undisclosed

Liquor license application for 8 Seconds LLC (tabled)

8 Seconds LLC seeks a Class II Club Liquor License for its venue at 2824 5th Avenue South, Suite B. The item was tabled, meaning no vote occurred and the application remains pending.

Counterparty: 8 Seconds LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 2824 - 5th Avenue South, Suite B, Birmingham
· Item number:Item #75 Total cost: undisclosed

Dance permit application for 8 Seconds — tabled pending hearing

City Council is reviewing a dance permit for 8 Seconds nightclub on 5th Avenue South. The item was postponed, awaiting a public hearing on the application.

Counterparty: Beejan Iradji Funding source: Unknown Action type: Other Location: 2824 5th Avenue South, Suite B, Birmingham
· Item number:Item #76 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $2K

Mayor's office reimburses assistant $2,341.88 for expenses

Approves reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses for an executive staff member in the Mayor's office.

Counterparty: Sherri Nielson Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
· Item number:Item #77 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $1K

Council President Austin reimbursed $1,044.14 for October expenses

City approves expense reimbursement to Council President for travel and related costs in Washington, D.C. on October 2.

Counterparty: Johnathan Austin Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: District of Columbia
Procedural: PRESENTATIONS
· Item number:Item #79 Total cost: undisclosed

8 Seconds LLC seeks Club Liquor Class II license at 5th Ave South

Council will hear public input on whether to grant a Club Liquor Class II license to 8 Seconds LLC for a venue on 5th Avenue South. This determines what alcohol can be served and consumed at the location.

Counterparty: 8 Seconds LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 2824 - 5th Avenue South, Suite B, Birmingham
· Item number:Item #80 Total cost: undisclosed

Dance permit hearing set for 8 Seconds venue, 5th Avenue South

City Council will hear from applicant Beejan Iradji and the public on a Division I dance permit for the 8 Seconds venue at 2824 5th Avenue South. This permit determines whether the business can operate live entertainment.

Counterparty: Beejan Iradji Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Location: 2824 5th Avenue South, Suite B, Birmingham
· Item number:Item #81 Total cost: undisclosed

Off-premises beer/wine license sought for Ensley Seafood & Quickmart

Ensley Seafood Five Points LLC is applying to sell beer and wine at 3100 Ensley Avenue. The decision will determine whether alcohol sales are permitted at this location.

Counterparty: Ensley Seafood Five Points LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 3100 Ensley Avenue, Birmingham
· Item number:Item #82 Total cost: undisclosed

Liquor license hearing: Georgia Road Lounge at 6420 Georgia Road

City will hold a public hearing on Georgia Road Lounge LLC's application for a Class I lounge retail liquor license. Neighbors and interested residents can comment on whether the license should be approved.

Counterparty: Georgia Road Lounge LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Liquor license Location: 6420 Georgia Road, Birmingham
· Item number:Item #83 Total cost: undisclosed

Dance permit hearing set for Georgia Road Lounge

Council will hear public testimony on whether to grant a Division I Dance Permit for the lounge at 6420 Georgia Road. The decision affects licensing and operational rules for the venue.

Counterparty: Juanita Graham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Public hearing set Location: 6420 Georgia Road, Birmingham
· Item number:Item #85 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $95.0M

Council approves $95M bond issuance for Methodist Home nursing facility

City backs $95 million in bonds to refinance and improve the Methodist Home for the Aging, a major long-term care facility serving seniors in the region.

Counterparty: The Special Care Facilities Financing Authority of the City of Birmingham Funding source: Bond Action type: Resolution
Procedural: INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
· Item number:Item #88 · 🏗️ Property Recovery ✨ Total cost: $2K

City sells Hyde Park lot to Cheryl K. Montgomery for $2,245

Property at Lots 12, Block 6 in Hyde Park moves from city ownership to private hands. Completion of the sale requires council approval of the deed transfer.

Counterparty: Cheryl K. Montgomery Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: Hyde Park
· Item number:Item #96 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set for 2015 Technical Code adoption

Council will consider adopting Birmingham's updated technical code, which governs building standards, zoning compliance, and development rules citywide. The hearing on November 17 is your chance to comment before the rules take effect.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Public hearing: 2015-11-17
Procedural: REQUEST FROM THE PUBLIC
Procedural: OLD AND NEW BUSINESS
Procedural: OLD AND NEW BUSINESS
Procedural: ADJOURNMENT
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Consent Agenda (54)

Items passed as a group without individual discussion unless pulled by a council member.

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