Regular City Council Meeting

Basil Gourmet Pizza moves liquor license to new address

Restaurant relocation updates the city's liquor license records to reflect the new location at 1117 Dunston Avenue.

City rescinds A Transportation's non-emergency operating license

A Transportation loses authority to operate a non-emergency transport service in Birmingham after the city withdraws its public necessity certificate granted in 2011.

Ambassador Cab Company gets 3 new operating licenses

Ambassador Cab expands service capacity with three additional permits to operate taxicabs across Birmingham streets.

City grants 3 new taxi licenses to Birmingham Metro Cab Company

Birmingham Metro Cab expands its fleet with three additional operating certificates, potentially increasing taxi availability for riders across the city.

City grants Sweet Glide Vintage limousine service license

Sweet Glide Vintage is approved to operate a limousine service in Birmingham. The Certificate of Public Necessity and Convenience allows the company to provide for-hire transportation on city streets.

Weed abatement liens assessed on blighted properties

City clears nuisances from abandoned or neglected properties and recovers costs by placing liens on those parcels, shifting cleanup expense to property owners.

Council awards $34,500 tree clearing contract to Vision Landscapes

Red Mountain Expressway gets debris removal and tree clearing, likely improving sightlines and safety on the corridor.

Budget: City moves $25,000 from economic incentive to council needs

City is reallocating funds within its general budget—$25,000 shifts away from a Sav-A-Lot economic incentive program toward council operations.

City reallocates $25K from Empowerment Week to REV Birmingham

Budget amendment shifts $25,000 in general funds from one city initiative to another for fiscal 2014. Details on REV Birmingham's use of funds not provided in agenda.

Traffic Engineering gets $43,499 for Intelligent Transport System

City spends reimbursed funds to upgrade traffic control technology. Improves signal coordination and congestion management citywide.

Budget amendment: $1,890 reallocated among neighborhood funds

Small transfers between neighborhood association allocations for fiscal year 2015. The reallocation may affect available resources for specific neighborhoods, though total dollar amounts are modest.

City sets aside $126K for Children's Hospital Incentive

Council commits occupational tax surplus to Children's Hospital Incentive program, redirecting unexpected revenue to support the health care facility.

World Games funding: $3.5M committed from capital budget

City sets aside $3.5 million for the Mayor's Office World Games program, part of capital improvement spending that shapes long-term infrastructure and event priorities.

Budget amendment: $27K set aside for Magic City Classic

City redirects $27,000 in general-fund spending to support the Magic City Classic event. The transfer comes from Mayor's Office security services.

Capital budget shift: $55,467 redirected to Calico Winewood drainage

Drainage work on Calico Winewood Ditch gets funded by reallocating money from 4th Street West. This keeps stormwater projects moving despite budget constraints.

Budget amendment: $240K reallocated to Alabama Avenue drainage

Public works funds shift from other projects to address drainage in the Alabama Avenue area, part of routine capital budget management.

City commits $297K grant to Cotton Avenue improvements

State grant funds street improvements on Cotton Avenue. Work follows PEP's earlier grant approval in Resolution 1726-13.

Budget amendment: $182,708 redirected to DPW personnel

Transfers funds from Animal Control to Department of Public Works payroll. Citizens should know how budget dollars move between city services.

Budget amendment: $182,708 redirected to DPW personnel

Transfers funds from Animal Control to Department of Public Works payroll. Citizens should know how budget dollars move between city services.

Mayor approved to sign state transportation construction agreement

State funds road or transit construction projects in Birmingham; exact locations and scope unclear from limited title.

Corridor X highway project: Mayor signs state construction agreement

State funding will complete final resurfacing on Corridor X from US-78 to I-65. This major regional route serves residents, workers, and freight traffic daily.

Police receive $61,989 state grant for Highway Interdiction

Birmingham Police gets new federal-state funding to staff highway drug trafficking enforcement. No local tax dollars required.

ShotSpotter gunshot detection system upgraded under conversion agreement

City expands gunshot detection technology in selected neighborhoods to help police respond faster to shootings. System sends real-time alerts when acoustic sensors pick up gunfire.

City approves $25K annual agreement with REV Birmingham for commemoration planni

REV Birmingham will lead planning for a commemoration project over up to 5 years with city funding. Details on the specific commemoration topic are incomplete in the public record.

City extends Tyler Technologies support contract 3 years for $341K

Maintains software support for city systems; sole-source deal limits competitive bidding. Costs average ~$114K annually from general operating budget.

Appoints Dr. Ronald Bayles as community redevelopment consultant

Councilor Lundy hires consultant to develop redevelopment strategy tied to city's RISE program, which focuses on community improvement and economic development initiatives.

City hires Bhate Environmental Associates for testing, engineering ($15K)

City commits $15,000 to environmental testing and engineering services through sole-source contract. Scope and specific projects not disclosed in agenda item.

City contracts MBA Structural Engineers for $9,750 (Titusville/North Ave)

Sole-source structural engineering work on properties in Titusville and North Ave neighborhoods. Citizens should know who received city contracts and for what.

City hires Segal Company for $14K pension liability analysis

Consultant will calculate Birmingham's annual obligations for retiree healthcare and other post-employment benefits—a key factor in budget planning and long-term financial health.

City honors Survivors of Murdered Loved Ones at November luncheon

Council recognizes the annual remembrance event as serving the public interest. The luncheon provides community support and visibility for families grieving murder victims.

CONSENT ITEM 38. A Resolution determining that the Federal Legislative Agenda Workshop to be held December 2, 2014 in City Hall Conference Rooms D & E, serves a public purpose that promotes goodwill and serves a public interest, and requesting that City f

City funds Citizen Advisory Board holiday socials

Council approves using city funds for November and December social events for Citizen Advisory Boards instead of their annual meeting. Brings community volunteers together for informal engagement.

Council discretionary fund dispersal to community organizations

City Council allocates discretionary grant funds to various organizations for community programs and services. Check the meeting materials to see which organizations received funding and for what purposes.

1837 Henry Crumpton Drive condemned for demolition

City declares the building unsafe and orders it torn down, clearing a blighted property from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 3821 Park Avenue S.W.

An unsafe structure on Park Avenue S.W. will be demolished to remove a public nuisance from the neighborhood.

Demolition order: unsafe building at 1805-07 50th Place North

City will demolish a condemned property deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Removes a blight hazard from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1806 14th Ave N

The city is clearing an unsafe, blighted property from the neighborhood. Demolition removes a public safety hazard and potential code violation.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 4248 Inglenook Street

Property declared unsafe and a public nuisance; demolition removes blight and hazard from the neighborhood.

Building at 1136 McMillon Ave S.W. declared unsafe, demolition ordered

City declares the building a public nuisance and will demolish it. Removes a blighted structure from the neighborhood and addresses a safety hazard.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1325 2nd Place North

The city is removing a blighted structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Demolition clears the parcel for redevelopment or greening, improving neighborhood safety and property values.

Unsafe building at 1410 Avenue I Ensley marked for demolition

Building declared a public nuisance and safety hazard; city will demolish it to eliminate blight and reduce hazards in Ensley neighborhood.

City declares 1801–03 50th Pl N unsafe; building demolition approved

Property at 1801–03 50th Place North will be demolished after council determination it is unsafe and a public nuisance. Removal reduces blight and safety hazards in the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1612 Avenue I, Ensley

Unsafe structure declared public nuisance and marked for removal. Demolition clears blighted property from Ensley neighborhood.

City declares 400 Heflin Ave. West unsafe; demolition ordered

Property at 400 Heflin Avenue West has been declared a public nuisance and unsafe. The city will demolish the structure to remove blight from the neighborhood.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 1436 31st Street North

Building declared a public nuisance and safety hazard will be torn down. Removal reduces blight and vacancy that can attract crime and lower surrounding property values.

Ensley building at 1009 14th Street ordered demolished

City declares property unsafe and a public nuisance; demolition clears blight and may improve neighborhood safety in Ensley.

Unsafe building at 6841 6th Court South ordered demolished

City is removing a condemned property deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. This clears blight from the neighborhood and eliminates a potential safety hazard for residents.

City orders demolition of unsafe building at 7116 3rd Ave N

Unsafe building and structures declared a public nuisance will be torn down, removing blight from the neighborhood and reducing safety hazards.

City to demolish unsafe building at 4144 Park Avenue S.W.

Eliminates a dangerous, deteriorated structure from the neighborhood and frees the land for potential redevelopment or stabilization.

Council orders demolition of unsafe building at 9012 9th Ave N

Unsafe building at 9012 9th Avenue North will be demolished, removing a public hazard from the neighborhood.

Unsafe building at 5924 Warner Street ordered demolished

A deteriorated building and shed marked unsafe will be torn down, clearing a blighted property from the neighborhood and removing a public hazard.

Demolition approved: unsafe building at 2521 38th Avenue North

City declares building unsafe and will demolish it. Removes a blighted property and public hazard from the neighborhood.

1427 30th Street North condemned for demolition

Building declared unsafe and a public nuisance; city will demolish it. Removes blight and hazard from the neighborhood.

Council orders demolition of unsafe building at 8245 2nd Ave South

City will demolish a structure deemed unsafe and a public nuisance. Property removal reduces blight and safety hazards in the neighborhood.

City bills property owner $8,132 for unsafe building demolition

Property owner at 4737 13th Avenue North will be assessed $8,132.32 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe structure on their lot. Owners of neglected properties can face recovery charges when the city acts.

Special assessment: $5,570 demolition cost at 7206 3rd Ave N

Property owner at 7206 3rd Avenue North will be charged $5,570.46 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building. The bill will be collected as a special tax assessment on the property.

Special assessment: $4,080.87 demolition cost at 7215 3rd Ave N

Property owner at 7215 3rd Avenue North receives bill for unsafe building demolition. City recovers costs through special tax assessment against the property.

City charges property owner $5,258 for blighted building demolition

Unsafe building at 433 87th Street North has been demolished; the $5,258 cost is now a special tax against the property. Property owners must pay demolition costs when buildings are deemed too dangerous to stand.

Demolition cost bill: $5,064.76 for unsafe building at 79th St South

City demolished an unsafe building at 608-79th St South and is billing the property owner $5,064.76 to recover demolition costs. Property owners can be held liable for removal of hazardous structures.

Special assessment: $4,218 demolition cost for 905 Chester Avenue

Property owner at 905 Chester Avenue will be billed $4,218 for the city's cost to demolish an unsafe building. This recovers the demolition expense through a special tax assessment on the property.

Demolition cost: $5,735 special assessment on 61st Street property

Property owner at 124-61st Street North must pay $5,735 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on their land. The charge will appear on the property tax bill.

City assesses $6,066 demolition cost to 118 61st Street N property owner

Property owner at 118 61st Street North will be billed $6,065.68 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building. The cost is now a lien against the property.

City assesses $8,097 demolition cost to property owner at 202 3rd Ave S.W.

Property owner at this address will receive a bill for demolition costs the city paid to remove an unsafe building. The assessment becomes a lien on the property.

Special assessment: $2,207 demolition cost at 18 Woodcrest Drive

Property owner charged for city's demolition of unsafe building; cost recoverable from sale of foundation-only lot.

Condemnation repair permit issued for 2833 Boydga Road

Owner of condemned property at 2833 Boydga Road can now legally repair and restore the building to code compliance.

Council awards $10,200 contract to Covington Flooring for Inglenook gym floor re

Inglenook Recreation Center's gym floor gets refinished through competitive bidding. This low-cost improvement maintains a community recreational facility.

Council awards $192,885 to James Paving for Cooper Green repairs

Improvements to Cooper Green Park entrance sub-grade and resurfacing make the park more accessible and safer for residents. Work follows competitive bidding.

Council approves $21,375 for Jemison Gallery demolition and repairs

Parker Building Services will demolish, rebuild, and paint walls in the Jemison Gallery. This work maintains the facility's condition and is handled through sole-source procurement.

Council awards Animal Control vehicle contract to Jackson Creek Manufacturing

City commits to purchasing animal control response vehicles from Jackson Creek Manufacturing on a competitive bid. Ensures Animal Control has equipment needed for field operations and emergency response.

City awards uniform alteration contract to Municipal and Commercial Uniform

Ongoing contract covers alteration services for city uniforms over the next year at negotiated rates.

City pays $250 for street easement at 9920 Airport Road

The city acquires a temporary construction easement across private property to complete the Lawson Road Drainage Improvement project.

Council approves $665.20 expense reimbursement for Councilor Austin

Councilor Austin is reimbursed for official travel expenses (December 3–5, 2014). Standard expense approval on consent agenda.

Approves employee expense reimbursements

City reimburses employees for work-related expenses from the general fund. Citizens deserve transparency on routine payroll and expense claims.

City approves expense advances for employees

Employees can claim reimbursement for work-related expenses before submitting receipts, speeding up their cash flow.

Council approves $5,899 travel expense for Councilor Austin

Councilor Austin's trip to the Farnborough event in London (July 12–17, 2014) was funded from the general fund. Citizens can see how public funds were used for council travel.