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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 2153 items in last 89 months
Total dollars $313.0M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (32.5% 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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April 27, 2021 · Item number:Item #49 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Amended redevelopment agreement with Alabama School of Fine Arts Foundation

City modifies its redevelopment partnership with the Alabama School of Fine Arts Foundation. Terms and impact on the school's operations or the city's obligations are not specified in available materials.

Counterparty: Alabama School of Fine Arts Foundation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
April 27, 2021 · Item number:Item #48 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes redevelopment agreement with Zimmerman Properties

Mayor gains power to enter a redevelopment deal with Zimmerman Properties, likely involving property development or land use changes. Specifics of impact are unclear from the incomplete title.

Counterparty: ZIMMERMAN PROPERTIES SE, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
April 27, 2021 · Item number:Item #45 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves special events license for Moe's BBQ Wing Fest

Lakeview Oyster House receives permit to serve alcohol and operate a street festival on 29th Street South (between 7th and 8th Avenues South) on June 26, 2021. Residents in that area should expect street closures and increased activity that day.

Counterparty: Lakeview Oyster House, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 29th Street South from 7th Avenue South to 8th Avenue South, Birmingham
April 27, 2021 · Item number:Item #50 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves deed restrictions for 23rd Street South properties

The city is placing deed restrictions on two properties at 1231–1235 23rd Street South, modifying terms of a prior settlement. This limits future use or development of those parcels and binds future owners to the same restrictions.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: 1231 and 1235 23rd Street South, Birmingham
April 20, 2021 · Item number:Item #66 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Amended Redevelopment Agreement with Alabama School of Fine Arts Foundation

City approves changes to the redevelopment agreement with Alabama School of Fine Arts Foundation. Details on the amendment and its impact on the project are not fully available in the agenda text.

Counterparty: Alabama School of Fine Arts Foundation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #29 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $166K

City approves $165,610 purchase of two-way radio equipment from Motorola

City commits $165,610 to replace or expand radio equipment for public safety and operations. As a consent-agenda spending decision, this purchase deserves public transparency even though it's routine procurement.

Counterparty: Motorola Solutions, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #12 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Free dance, art, and music workshops from The Files Art Project

Birmingham residents gain access to free cultural programming through a partnership with The Files Art Project, expanding arts and music education across the city.

Counterparty: The Files Art Project Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #9 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City secures multi-use trail easement over M2 Ventures property

The city gains legal access to build or maintain a public trail across private land at 350 [address], expanding recreational connectivity for residents without purchasing the property.

Counterparty: M2 Ventures, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 350
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #23 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Condemnation repair permit issued for 1415–17th Way, S.W.

Property owner Sa Dawn Smith can now legally repair a condemned building. Once repairs meet code, the structure may return to use.

Counterparty: Sa Dawn Smith Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 1415 - 17th Way, S.W., Birmingham
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #67 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source agreement with Figur Creative for community engagement services

City hires Figur Creative to manage constituent interaction, neighborhood outreach, and community programs including fishing events and food access initiatives.

Counterparty: Shannon Long d/b/a Figur Creative, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #57 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Southtown Housing Authority redevelopment gets vacation fee waived

City Council forgoes vacation fees to clear the way for redevelopment of the Southtown Housing Authority site, citing positive economic benefits for the neighborhood and city.

Counterparty: Southtown Housing Authority of the Birmingham District Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Southtown
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #59 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Redevelopment agreement with Zimmerman Properties SE, LLC

Council authorizes Mayor to sign redevelopment agreement with Zimmerman Properties SE, LLC. Full terms and site details are not available in the agenda excerpt provided.

Counterparty: ZIMMERMAN PROPERTIES SE, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #66 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor seeks federal health grant (MP-CPI-21-006)

City is applying for federal funding to advance health initiatives. Grant award would bring new resources and programs to residents.

Counterparty: United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #10 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City submits HUD grant spending plan by May 15

This filing documents how the city will use its federal housing and community development grant funds for the next year. It's a required step to unlock or maintain access to HUD money.

Counterparty: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #11 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City agrees to fund PPE supplies for Tuggle Elementary School

School will receive protective equipment and supplies to support student and staff health and safety. Agreement coordinates procurement through the Birmingham Board of Education.

Counterparty: Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #24 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Condemnation repair permit approved for 5601 Terrace J

Owner Calvin Brown can now repair the condemned property at 5601 Terrace J and bring it back into compliance with city code.

Counterparty: Calvin Brown Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 5601 Terrace J, Birmingham
April 13, 2021 · Item number:Item #60 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Redevelopment agreement with Zimmerman Properties authorized

Mayor gains authority to enter a redevelopment agreement with Zimmerman Properties SE, LLC. Details about the project scope, location, and public benefits are not fully visible in the item summary.

Counterparty: ZIMMERMAN PROPERTIES SE, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
April 6, 2021 · Item number:Item #19 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $98K

Sales tax assessment: $98,181.94 against Little Italy's Pies & Pints

The city is assessing $98,181.94 in back sales taxes against Little Italy's Pies & Pints for unpaid collection and remittance periods. This enforces tax compliance for a local business operator.

Counterparty: Lip LLC and Kathi Rozof Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
April 6, 2021 · Item number:Item #47 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $45K

City funds Magic City Classic with $45,000 for annual event

Birmingham allocates $45,000 in general-fund money to support the 79th Annual Magic City Classic, a community event. The event has been designated as serving a public purpose.

Counterparty: Magic City Classic Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
April 6, 2021 · Item number:Item #52 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Vacation of alleyway between 2nd and 3rd Avenues North approved

Council approved closure of 1,500 square feet of public alleyway between 2nd and 3rd Avenues North (25th to Carraway). Property access or drainage in the area may change.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Alleyway parallel to and between 2nd Avenue North and 3rd Avenue North, perpendicular to and between 25th Street North and Carraway Boulevard
April 6, 2021 · Item number:Item #48 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Birmingham requires face masks in public during COVID-19 emergency

New law mandates face coverings or masks in public spaces citywide during the pandemic. First reading only; full vote expected at future meeting.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
April 6, 2021 · Item number:Item #55 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Redevelopment agreement with Zimmerman Properties approved

City enters into a redevelopment partnership with Zimmerman Properties. This deal likely affects property development, zoning, or infrastructure in an area of the city, though specific location and project details are not provided.

Counterparty: ZIMMERMAN PROPERTIES SE, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
March 23, 2021 · Item number:Item #30 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $125K

City spends $125K to register 495 neighborhood officers with NUSA

City is funding professional registration and training for neighborhood volunteer leaders through a national nonprofit. This supports civic engagement infrastructure in local associations citywide.

Counterparty: Neighborhoods, USA (NUSA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
March 23, 2021 · Item number:Item #63 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City Council hires 02 Ideas for media and communications services

City taxpayers are funding a media production and advertising vendor. The contract covers studio time, scripting, and ad placement services for Council communications.

Counterparty: 02 Ideas Incorporated Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
March 23, 2021 · Item number:Item #27 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: City hires Mary Beth Young as growth consultant for District 4

District 4 will use outside consulting to drive economic growth and development. Dollar amount not disclosed in agenda materials.

Counterparty: Mary Beth Young Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
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