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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 4069 items in last 162 months
Total dollars $2027.1M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (62.3% 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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October 12, 2021 · Item number:Item #74 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorized to pursue PFAS/PFOS contamination claims

City can now sue potentially responsible parties for PFAS and PFOS water contamination. Outcome may recover cleanup costs and damages for residents exposed to these toxic chemicals.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 12, 2021 · Item number:Item #75 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to investigate civil claims against contracted providers

City pursues legal action against contractors for potential breaches or violations. Outcome may result in settlements or judgments affecting city finances.

Counterparty: qualified providers that have contracted with the City of Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 12, 2021 · Item number:Item #56 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Condemnation repair permit issued for 312 Oregon Street

Property owner M2B Design and Contractor LLC gains authorization to perform repairs on a condemned structure at 312 Oregon Street in Wylam, removing a blighted or unsafe building from the neighborhood.

Counterparty: M2B Design and Contractor LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 312 Oregon Street Wylam Birmingham
October 12, 2021 · Item number:Item #76 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorized to pursue PFAS/PFOS contamination claims

City gains legal authority to sue manufacturers and polluters for PFAS and PFOS contamination. Residents' drinking water and soil may be affected; litigation could recover cleanup costs and damages.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 5, 2021 · Item number:Item #91 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

I-20/59 segment renamed John R. Cooper/DeJarvis Leonard Expressway

A 3-mile stretch of Interstate 20/59 between Arkadelphia Road and 31st Street North will be officially renamed to honor John R. Cooper and DeJarvis Leonard.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 5, 2021 · Item number:Item #34 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: CA Technologies mainframe scheduling software agreement

City relies on this software to manage nightly mainframe batch jobs that power core operations. Sole-source purchasing limits competition and price-checking.

Counterparty: CA Technologies (Broadcom) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 5, 2021 · Item number:Item #9 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Greenwalt Hospitality gets retail license for Jones Valley Urban Farm

Local business Greenwalt Hospitality gains approval to operate a retail outlet at Jones Valley Urban Farm on 25th Street North, enabling the venue to sell products or services to visitors.

Counterparty: Greenwalt Hospitality LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 701 - 25th Street North, Birmingham
October 5, 2021 · Item number:Item #35 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to complete transportation grant with RPCGB

City pursues federal transportation funding through a Funding Agreement with the Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham. Grant details and impact on local projects will depend on the specific program.

Counterparty: Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham (RPCGB) Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
October 5, 2021 · Item number:Item #33 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to negotiate agreement with AHSAA, GBCVB, and BJCC

Agreement involves partnerships with high school athletics, tourism promotion, and the civic center—key institutions shaping youth sports access and convention revenue for the city.

Counterparty: Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA), Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau (GBCVB), Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center Authority (BJCC) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 28, 2021 · Item number:Item #66 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City buys 1,000 UAB football tickets per home game for 2021 season

City commits public funds to purchase college football tickets in bulk, supporting UAB's home games and potentially funding community giveaways or employee perks.

Counterparty: University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 28, 2021 · Item number:Item #39 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City signs two service agreements with Water Works Board for BRT station

City and Water Works Board coordinate on utilities and services needed for the new Bus Rapid Transit East Terminus Station. Details of the agreements are not fully available in the public summary.

Counterparty: The Water Works Board of the City of Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 28, 2021 · Item number:Item #37 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves equipment lease installment plan with Connection Financial Service

Council is authorizing the Mayor to sign an installment agreement for equipment leasing. Terms are set under a master lease agreement; check the full contract for payment schedule and equipment details that may affect city operations or budget.

Counterparty: Connection Financial Services Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 28, 2021 · Item number:Item #69 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City adopts 2020–2021 county pay and job classification survey

Sets official salary ranges and job titles for city positions based on countywide labor-market data. Affects hiring, promotions, and budget planning for city payroll.

Counterparty: Personnel Board of Jefferson County Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 28, 2021 · Item number:Item #68 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City extends facilities-use deal with Jefferson County Personnel Board through J

Birmingham will allow the Personnel Board to use city facilities for up to three months starting April 2022, likely to support county employment-related services.

Counterparty: Personnel Board of Jefferson County Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
September 21, 2021 · Item number:Item #74 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves inland port facility deal with BJCPA

City and the Birmingham Jefferson County Port Authority will partner to operate an inland port facility on the Black Warrior River, expanding local freight and cargo capacity.

Counterparty: Birmingham Jefferson County Port Authority (BJCPA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 21, 2021 · Item number:Item #75 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to sign Black Warrior River inland port agreement with BJCPA

City establishes operational framework for inland port facility on the Black Warrior River, potentially expanding cargo capacity and regional economic activity through the Birmingham Jefferson County Port Authority.

Counterparty: Birmingham Jefferson County Port Authority (BJCPA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 21, 2021 · Item number:Item #77 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to contract with Create Birmingham for film and TV services

City hiring Create Birmingham to attract film, TV, and music video production—bringing jobs and revenue to local economy.

Counterparty: Create Birmingham, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #50 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes law enforcement data-sharing agreement with ALEA

Birmingham police will share criminal justice data with Alabama Law Enforcement Agency under a new user agreement. The specific data categories and access restrictions are not detailed in the agenda item.

Counterparty: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
September 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #53 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City signs 3-year cooperation agreement with U.S. Army

Birmingham enters a formal partnership with the U.S. Department of the Army for the next three years. The specific terms and services are not detailed in the agenda description.

Counterparty: UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
September 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #27 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City files federal grant application with US Department of Justice

The city seeks federal funding for law enforcement safety programs through Alabama's ADECA division. Grant awards can fund equipment, training, or personnel for police operations.

Counterparty: US Department of Justice Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
September 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #51 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes police cooperation agreement with state bureau

Lets local police partner with the state's investigative unit to handle serious crimes. Expands resources available to the department.

Counterparty: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
September 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #23 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City secures state grant and vehicle loan from Alabama Law Enforcement Agency

City receives grant funding and use of a vehicle from the state to support law enforcement operations at no local cost.

Counterparty: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Funding source: State Grant Action type: Resolution
September 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #52 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with DEA on drug enforcement task force

Birmingham Police will deploy three officers to a joint federal drug task force for one year, expanding city participation in DEA investigations affecting local neighborhoods.

Counterparty: Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
September 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #9 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Special Events License: Diner en Blanc street dinner Sept 25

1918 Catering LLC is permitted to hold a ticketed street dinner (Diner en Blanc) on 9th Avenue between 21st and 23rd Streets North on September 25, 2021. This closes those blocks to traffic and may affect parking and access in the area that evening.

Counterparty: 1918 Catering LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 9th Avenue between 21st Street North and 23rd Street North, Birmingham
September 14, 2021 · Item number:Item #28 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to apply for federal law enforcement grant

City can pursue federal funding to support public safety operations and equipment through the US Justice Department. Grant amount and intended use not specified in agenda item.

Counterparty: US Justice Department through Alabama Law Enforcement Safety Division of ADECA Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
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