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

Mazin Inc. seeks beer & wine license for Norwood Marathon

Mazin, Inc. is applying to sell beer and wine at the Norwood Marathon station (3100 12th Avenue North). Council will hear from interested residents before deciding.

Off-premises beer and wine license OK'd for Sonoco Forestdale location

United Group 21, LLC gains approval to sell beer and wine at Sonoco Forestdale Boulevard. The license allows off-premises consumption (packaged takeaway sales).

Off-premise beer & wine license approved for Hot Spot, 6601 1st Ave N

R & M USA, Inc can now sell beer and wine at this location on 1st Avenue North. City Council held a hearing and approved the application.

Liquor license: Boho Bodega LLC (Plenty of Vino, 2nd Ave N)

Boho Bodega seeks a Class II retail lounge liquor license for a business at 2202 2nd Avenue North. Neighbors and affected residents can comment on the application during the public hearing process.

BlackMarket2, LLC seeks restaurant liquor license for 3rd Avenue South

BlackMarket2, LLC has applied for a restaurant retail liquor license for Black Market Bar & Grill at 4100 3rd Avenue South. This decision may affect local alcohol availability and neighborhood character.

Mama 'Nem Southern LLC: Restaurant liquor license at 1209 Lomb Ave

Council votes on whether Mama 'Nem Southern Kitchen can serve alcohol at 1209 Lomb Avenue. The decision affects neighborhood commercial activity and any related licensing conditions for the restaurant.

Restaurant retail liquor license: PLP Sports Bar and Grill, 1232 Erie Street

Approval allows PLP Sports Bar and Grill to serve alcohol at their Erie Street location. Liquor license decisions require public notice and opportunity for neighbors to voice concerns.

Restaurant retail liquor license approved: Spice of Life Jamaica

Spice of Life Jamaica Restaurant and Bar at 1909 Park Place is licensed to serve beer, wine, and spirits. Liquor licenses enable on-premises alcohol sales and are subject to local compliance rules.

SA Recycling permitted as scrap metal processor on Vanderbilt Road

SA Recycling receives approval to operate a scrap metal recycling facility at 1620 Vanderbilt Road. The facility's operations may affect nearby residents through noise, traffic, and air quality.

Amendment: Interpersonal Frequency adds Birmingham City Council to service

City expands its relationship with Interpersonal Frequency to include the Birmingham City Council in their service offering; specific terms and benefits not detailed in the available text.

City settles stop-sign damage claim with GEICO for $278.74

GEICO will reimburse the city for damage to a stop sign at Parkway East and Matthews Avenue, recovering public funds at minimal cost to process.

City charges property owner $3,147 for demolition of unsafe building

Property at 1852 19th Street, Ensley will be billed for the demolition cost—a common practice when city removes dangerous structures. The owner is responsible for repaying the expense.

Property owner pays $5,102 special assessment for unsafe building demolition

Demolition costs for the unsafe structure at 1917 Druid Hill Drive are recovered through a one-time property assessment, shifting financial responsibility to the owner rather than the city budget.

Special assessment: $3,698 demolition cost at 3116 44th Terrace North

Property owner at 3116 44th Terrace North is being charged $3,698 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building. The cost becomes a lien against the property.

Special assessment: $2,969 demolition cost at 1021 2nd St N

Property owner will be billed $2,969 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe building. This assessment becomes a lien on the property until paid.

Property owner billed $6,974 for demolition of unsafe building at 4401 41st Way

The city is charging the property owner $6,974 to cover the cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the parcel. Property owners are responsible for these demolition costs under city law.

$4,411 demolition charge assessed to Ensley property

Property owner at 1438 Eufaula Avenue will pay $4,411 for demolition of an unsafe building. This special assessment funds the removal work the city completed.

Property owner billed $4,928 for demolition of unsafe building at 67th Place Nor

Property at 209 - 67th Place North is assessed a special tax of $4,928 to cover the city's cost of tearing down an unsafe structure. The owner is now liable for the full demolition expense.

Special assessment: $3,642.81 for demolition at 1807 Avenue I

Property owner at 1807 Avenue I will be billed for the cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the site. The $3,642.81 charge is assessed against the property itself and must be paid.

City charges $13,155.60 demolition cost to property owner at 2326 18th St

Property owner at 2326 18th Street will be assessed $13,155.60 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building on the lot. The owner is responsible for paying this special assessment.

City charges property owner $7,460.60 for unsafe building demolition

Property owner at 616–10th Avenue West will be billed for demolition costs through a special tax assessment. The city removed an unsafe structure and is recovering expenses from the responsible party.

City charges property owner $7,158 for unsafe building demolition

Property owner at 1623–35th Avenue North will be billed $7,158 for the city's cost to demolish an unsafe structure. The charge becomes a special assessment against the property.

City assesses $5,596 demolition cost to property owner at 1620–35th Ave N

Property owner receives bill for unsafe building demolition. Assessment becomes a lien on the property unless paid.

Property owner billed $3,680 for demolition of unsafe building at 43rd Place Nor

The city completed demolition of an unsafe structure at this address and is recovering the cost through a special assessment against the property. Property owners are responsible for the demolition bill.

Property owner charged $4,034 for unsafe building demolition at 4331 4th Ave S

Property at 4331 4th Avenue South has been demolished as unsafe; the $4,034 cost is now assessed against the owner. This covers the city's demolition expenses and the owner must pay the special assessment.

Special assessment: $3,702 demolition cost at 3917 37th Ave N

Property owner at 3917 37th Avenue North will be billed $3,702 for the city's cost to tear down an unsafe building on the lot. The charge becomes a lien against the property.

City assesses $7,220 demolition cost against 2428 39th Ave N

Property owner will owe $7,220 to cover the city's cost to demolish an unsafe building at this address. This special assessment becomes a lien against the property.

Property owner billed $5,570 for unsafe building demolition

The city is charging the owner of 1626 – 35th Avenue North $5,570 to recover the cost of demolishing an unsafe building on their property. Property owners can appeal special assessments before they become final.

Property owner liable for $4,068 demolition bill at 2336-42nd Ave N

City demolished an unsafe building at your property address and is charging you (or the property owner) $4,068 to cover the cost. This is a special assessment lien against the real estate.

Special assessment: $12,398.80 charged for demolition at 320 Lexington Street

Property owner at 320 Lexington Street in Wylam will be charged $12,398.80 to recover the city's demolition costs for an unsafe building. The cost is due through a special assessment against the property.

Special assessment: $13,691 demolition cost for unsafe building at 5311 Avenue Q

The property owner will be charged $13,691.20 to cover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe structure at this address. This shifts demolition costs from the city budget to the property owner.

City recovers $7,986 demolition cost from unsafe building at 7117 4th Ave South

Property owner will be billed for the city's cost to tear down an unsafe structure. Special assessment becomes a lien on the property.

Property owner charged $8,180 for unsafe building demolition at 3736 5th Ave

City demolishes unsafe structures and bills the property owner for costs. This $8,180 charge is now a lien against the Wylam property.

Special assessment: $5,155 demolition cost at 6128 Alice Avenue

Property owner at 6128 Alice Avenue faces a $5,155 bill for the city's demolition of an unsafe building on the site. This cost will be assessed against the property.

Property owner billed $5,559 for unsafe building demolition at 804 12th St. Nort

Owner of 804 12th Street North is assessed $5,559.20 to recover the city's cost for demolishing an unsafe structure on their property. This lien-like charge must be paid or it may affect the property's sale or refinance.

City demolishes unsafe building; property owner pays $8,018

The city removed a condemned structure at 7113 4th Avenue South and is charging the owner $8,018 to cover demolition costs—a cost-recovery practice for properties deemed hazardous to public safety.

Special assessment: $9,074 demolition cost at 4005 Old Lewisburg Road

Property owner will be charged $9,074 to cover the city's cost of demolishing an unsafe building at this address. The assessment becomes a lien on the property.

City charges property owner $18,157 for emergency demolition

Property owner at 2611 39th Terrace North will be billed for the cost of removing an unsafe building. The special assessment becomes a lien on the property until paid.

Council awards $1M alley resurfacing contract to Southeastern Sealcoating

Southeastern Sealcoating wins competitive bid to resurface alleys across the city for $1,037,822.50. Work improves drainage, pedestrian safety, and property access in neighborhoods citywide.

City pays $25,000 to Grainger for equipment parts

City supplies Equipment Management with miscellaneous parts and fittings needed for operations. Purchased through competitive Sourcewell program.

City approves $53K repair for fire truck 222213

Fire equipment repair keeps emergency response vehicles operational. Williams Fire Apparatus will service a 2002 Ferrara fire apparatus for the city's Equipment Management Department.

Council approves expense accounts for appointed and elected officials

City officials' spending on travel, meals, and other expenses becomes public record. Approving these accounts ensures transparency in how public funds support official business.

City approves employee expense accounts

Council votes to reimburse city employees for documented work expenses. Requires annual review to ensure proper spending of public funds.

City approves employee expense reimbursements

Routine approval of itemized employee business expenses (travel, meals, supplies) charged to city operating budgets. This ensures public funds spent on legitimate city business are documented and processed.

City approves employee advance expense reimbursements

Reimburses city staff for work-related expenses they paid out-of-pocket. Routine payroll processing.

Council calls for ceasefire in Israeli-Hamas conflict

City Council joins other U.S. cities in formally urging an immediate end to hostilities. This is a statement of the city's values on international conflict, not a binding policy.