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Property Recovery

Council actions on neglected property — demolitions, nuisance findings, and liens against owners for cleanup costs.

Volume timeline

Property Recovery — items per month

Indexed so far 2105 items in last 87 months
Total dollars $311.2M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (31.8% of agenda items processed so far).
20 10 0 2022-01-01: 28 items, $9,983 2022-02-01: 37 items, $173,481 2022-03-01: 46 items, $206,035 2022-04-01: 47 items, $210,562 2022-05-01: 83 items, $250,723 2022-06-01: 92 items, $966,334 2022-07-01: 26 items, $505,952 2022-08-01: 66 items, $12.0M 2022-09-01: 52 items, $311,936 2022-10-01: 67 items, $2.2M 2022-11-01: 69 items, $1.3M 2022-12-01: 33 items, $142,371 2023-01-01: 65 items, $3.9M 2023-02-01: 73 items, $5.0M 2023-03-01: 63 items, $564,573 2023-04-01: 96 items, $1.3M 2023-05-01: not indexed yet 2023-06-01: not indexed yet 2023-07-01: not indexed yet 2023-08-01: not indexed yet 2023-09-01: not indexed yet 2023-10-01: not indexed yet 2023-11-01: not indexed yet 2023-12-01: not indexed yet 2024-01-01: 59 items, $50.2M 2024-02-01: 47 items, $738,342 2024-03-01: 27 items, $18,225 2024-04-01: 43 items, $269,930 2024-05-01: 65 items, $685,733 2024-06-01: 46 items, $275,736 2024-07-01: 58 items, $91,595 2024-08-01: 46 items, $15,368 2024-09-01: 79 items, $271,996 2024-10-01: 70 items, $4.6M 2024-11-01: 37 items, $3.9M 2024-12-01: 97 items, $1.8M 2025-01-01: 40 items, $71,370 2025-02-01: 49 items, $220,954 2025-03-01: 53 items, $523,253 2025-04-01: 86 items, $317,567 2025-05-01: 60 items, $2.3M 2025-06-01: 55 items, $170,332 2025-07-01: 55 items, $216,134 2025-08-01: 51 items, $113,060 2025-09-01: 70 items, $1.4M 2025-10-01: 78 items, $1.3M 2025-11-01: 35 items, $1.1M 2025-12-01: 55 items, $2.1M 2026-01-01: 37 items, $126,963 2026-02-01: 31 items, $297,985 2026-03-01: 76 items, $382,880 2026-04-01: 48 items, $61,269 2026-05-01: 50 items, $40.6M 2026-06-01: not indexed yet 2026-07-01: not indexed yet 2026-08-01: not indexed yet 2026-09-01: not indexed yet 2026-10-01: not indexed yet 2026-11-01: not indexed yet 2026-12-01: not indexed yet 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
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December 21, 2021 · Item number:Item #13 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City grants non-emergency medical transport permit to Quick Trips and Prescripti

Quick Trips and Prescription Runs, LLC receives approval to operate non-emergency medical transport services on city streets, expanding local transportation options for residents needing medical assistance.

Counterparty: Quick Trips and Prescription Runs, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 21, 2021 · Item number:Item #11 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Dance permit approved for Purple Event Center

DeAngel Enge receives a Division I Dance Permit to operate at Purple Event Center on Crestwood Boulevard, allowing the venue to host dance events.

Counterparty: DeAngel Enge Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 7001 Crestwood Boulevard, Suite 414, Birmingham
December 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #34 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $229K

City accepts $229,450 federal grant for firefighter equipment

Federal funding boosts firefighter readiness and equipment without local tax dollars. Money comes from FEMA's Assistance to Firefighters Grant program.

Counterparty: United States Department of Homeland Security/FEMA Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
December 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #41 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $66K

City assesses $66,046 sales tax against Parkside

City is collecting unpaid sales tax from a local business entity. The assessment covers a specific period and holds the business owners responsible for remitting taxes owed.

Counterparty: SFR Inc., Neil Kirkpatrick, Michael Dykes, doing business as Parkside Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
December 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #56 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $3K

City sells property to YW Homes Inc. for $2,815.89

City is transferring ownership of a parcel in Block 0001 to a private developer. This removes the property from public ownership and potential future city use.

Counterparty: YW HOMES, INC. Funding source: Private Action type: Ordinance
December 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #58 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to apply for DOE Communities LEAP technical assistance grant

City seeks federal grant to fund energy planning and technical assistance. If awarded, it could support local renewable energy, efficiency, or grid modernization projects without upfront municipal cost.

Counterparty: United States Department of Energy Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
December 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #32 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City grants construction easement to Freshwater Land Trust for trail

City allows temporary access to public land for a new pedestrian trail, a public amenity that residents will use once construction is complete.

Counterparty: Freshwater Land Trust Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
December 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #33 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City grants temporary easement to Rotary for trail construction

Allows Birmingham Sunrise Rotary Foundation to build a public trail on city land. Project details and location not yet disclosed in agenda materials.

Counterparty: Birmingham Sunrise Rotary Foundation Funding source: Private Action type: Ordinance
December 7, 2021 · Item number:Item #84 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $2.0M

$6M capital budget amendment for redevelopment projects

City commits $6 million to three major neighborhood revitalization initiatives—Ramsay McCormick redevelopment, Crossplex redevelopment, and grocery store recruitment—to drive economic development and improve access to essential services.

Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan Action type: Ordinance
December 7, 2021 · Item number:Item #44 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to execute state transportation planning agreement

City moves forward on a state-funded transportation project (IM-I459). Planning phase positions the project for design and potential construction funding.

Counterparty: State of Alabama Department of Transportation Funding source: State Grant Action type: Resolution
December 7, 2021 · Item number:Item #82 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes ICE cooperation agreement for 3 years

Birmingham will formalize partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement within city limits. Agreement sets terms for local police and ICE coordination over next three years.

Counterparty: United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
December 7, 2021 · Item number:Item #45 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to execute TAPBH-CMAQ-37 transportation project agreement

City secures federal transportation grant from State of Alabama DOT for project TAPBH-CMAQ-37. Specific project details not disclosed in agenda.

Counterparty: State of Alabama Department of Transportation Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
December 7, 2021 · Item number:Item #85 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor gets power to spend on 2022 World Games (July 7–17)

City backs the World Games event as serving a public purpose. The resolution lets the Mayor commit funds and make decisions needed to host the international games in Birmingham.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
November 30, 2021 · Item number:Item #38 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Taxicab licensing rules amended

Changes to how the city regulates taxi and vehicle-for-hire businesses may affect licensing requirements, fees, or operating rules for drivers and companies.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
November 23, 2021 · Item number:Item #24 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City conveys property interest to Jefferson County under 1998 agreement

The city is transferring ownership of certain property to Jefferson County as required by a 1998 unification agreement. The specific parcels and impact depend on which properties are affected.

Counterparty: Jefferson County, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
November 23, 2021 · Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council supports Sgt. Woodard & Maddox GI Bill Restoration Act

Council backs federal bill to restore GI Bill benefits for two Black veterans denied education benefits after WWII due to racial discrimination. A symbolic vote supporting justice for veterans harmed by systemic racism.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
November 16, 2021 · Item number:Item #78 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes Paving Reimbursement Agreement with Jefferson County for Grants

City will partner with Jefferson County to improve Grants Mill Road between I-459 and State Route 119 under a county grant program.

Counterparty: Jefferson County, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: Grants Mill Road between I-459 and State Route 119
November 9, 2021 · Item number:Item #11 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Legacy Tours Unlimited gets limousine service permit

Company at 338 Killough Drive approved to operate limousine service in Birmingham. Grants operating authority and two certificates of public necessity.

Counterparty: Legacy Tours Unlimited Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 338 Killough Drive, Birmingham, Alabama
November 9, 2021 · Item number:Item #12 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Operating permit issued to Secure Transportation for medical transport service

New non-emergency medical transport service launches in Midfield, expanding transportation options for residents needing dialysis, therapy, and hospital appointments.

Counterparty: Secure Transportation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 1532 Carol Circle, Midfield, Alabama
November 2, 2021 · Item number:Item #59 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $500K

City commits $500K to athletic field improvements at Protective Stadium

The city plans to spend up to $500,000 on upgrades to Protective Stadium's athletic fields, with funding intended to come from hotel lodging tax revenue. The project supports the NUSFL football league's operations in the city.

Counterparty: NUSFL football league Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Protective Stadium
November 2, 2021 · Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $14K

City assesses $14,023.68 in back sales taxes against Wings R King

Wings R King (run by George A Crenshaw and The 3 Crenshaws, LLC) owes back sales taxes to the city for unreported or unpaid tax periods. This assessment is a formal collection action.

Counterparty: The 3 Crenshaws, LLC & George A Crenshaw (Wings R King) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
November 2, 2021 · Item number:Item #52 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes 3-year agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Birmingham will establish formal cooperation with federal immigration authorities for up to three years. This agreement may affect how local police interact with ICE on immigration enforcement matters.

Counterparty: UNITED STATES IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
November 2, 2021 · Item number:Item #53 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to amend emergency-services lease with county and 911 district

City renews or modifies its agreement for emergency management and 911 dispatch services. Terms may affect response times, service coverage, or costs to residents.

Counterparty: Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency and Birmingham Emergency Communication District Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
November 2, 2021 · Item number:Item #56 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with USGS on water resources investigations

City and federal Geological Survey will collaborate to maintain local water resources. Partnership leverages federal expertise at no cost to the city.

Counterparty: U.S. Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior (USGS) Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
November 2, 2021 · Item number:Item #17 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City-Water Board agreement for A.G. Gaston Motel Phase 2B

Authorizes a service agreement between the city and Water Works Board for the ongoing rehabilitation of the historic A.G. Gaston Motel. Details of the agreement—including city costs or obligations—were not fully disclosed in the agenda item.

Counterparty: The Water Works Board of the City of Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
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