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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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March 17, 2020 · Item number:Item #83 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves AED Brands contract for defibrillators and parts

Ensures Birmingham can purchase lifesaving automated external defibrillators and replacement accessories as needed. Public facilities and emergency services depend on reliable AED access for cardiac emergencies.

Counterparty: AED Brands, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
March 10, 2020 · Item number:Item #23 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $3K

City assesses $3,405 sales tax against Mack's Lounge

Mack's Lounge owes back sales taxes for Sept. 2018–Nov. [month]. This is a compliance action to recover unpaid tax revenue.

Counterparty: Richard P. Wear / Mack's Lounge Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
March 3, 2020 · Item number:Item #22 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

District 4 expands community engagement as public purpose

Council clarifies that District 4 neighborhood meetings and community events count as official public business, enabling better local engagement and accountability.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: District 4
February 25, 2020 · Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City to remove inoperable vehicles as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are declared public nuisances and will be removed; the cost gets charged to the vehicle owner. This clears blight from neighborhoods and improves community appearance.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 25, 2020 · Item number:Item #12 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Special Events License: AMOR Night Market, April 18

Alabama Multicultural Organization granted permit for street festival at 19th & 2nd Ave North. Community event brings food, culture, and activity to downtown area.

Counterparty: Alabama Multicultural Organization Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 19th Street North and 2nd Avenue North, Birmingham
February 25, 2020 · Item number:Item #54 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council hires Campbell Partners for legislative research and drafting

City Council will pay Campbell Partners, LLC to research issues and draft new laws. The actual dollar amount and scope of work are incomplete in the agenda, making it difficult to assess the true cost and impact.

Counterparty: Campbell Partners, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 25, 2020 · Item number:Item #61 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City funds Spire Zoo School program for 7th graders

Birmingham 7th graders gain access to outdoor education and wildlife learning at the Zoo. City commits general funds to boost student participation in hands-on nature programs.

Counterparty: Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
February 25, 2020 · Item number:Item #72 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

On-street parking now accepts more payment methods

Drivers get more flexible ways to pay for parking at meters citywide. Makes it easier to find a spot and pay without cash or a single app.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
February 25, 2020 · Item number:Item #74 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City contracts with ParkMobile for parking payment system

Residents will use ParkMobile's app and payment system to pay for on-street and city parking. Shifts parking payment processing to a private vendor with potential fees and data-handling implications.

Counterparty: ParkMobile, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 25, 2020 · Item number:Item #77 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City-Schools agreement for student goods and services

The city will provide goods or services to Birmingham City Schools students, but the agenda item is incomplete—details are in a separate file that was not provided here.

Counterparty: The Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 25, 2020 · Item number:Item #59 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City funds firefighter cancer coverage with ACE American Insurance

Firefighters gain lump-sum and disability cancer coverage for 12 months through sole-source contract with ACE American Insurance. Addresses occupational cancer risks in firefighting workforce.

Counterparty: ACE American Insurance Company Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
February 18, 2020 · Item number:Item #32 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $282K

City pays $282K for emergency management services

This is Birmingham's annual dues payment to Jefferson County Emergency Management, which coordinates disaster response and emergency services that protect residents during crises and severe weather.

Counterparty: Jefferson County Emergency Management, Birmingham Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
February 18, 2020 · Item number:Item #39 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $4K

Council reimburses Councilor Hilliard $4,130 for China police conference

Public funds cover travel and attendance for Councilor Hilliard at a World Police conference in Chengdu, China in August 2019.

Counterparty: John Hilliard Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
February 18, 2020 · Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City to remove inoperable vehicles as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are declared public nuisances and will be removed; the cost gets charged to the vehicle owner. This clears blight from neighborhoods and improves community appearance.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 18, 2020 · Item number:Item #22 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are removed from neighborhoods and costs charged to the registered owner. Keeps streets safer and cleaner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #35 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $76K

Sales tax assessment: $75,581.90 owed by Beacon Sales Acquisition

City pursues unpaid sales taxes from business operator. Assessment covers tax collection liability and penalties.

Counterparty: Beacon Sales Acquisition Inc. and Robert R. Buck Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #45 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $3K

City pays Johnson Controls $2,568 for City Hall fire pump repair

Fire suppression systems at City Hall must work reliably to protect the building and everyone inside. This repair keeps the system operational.

Counterparty: Johnson Controls Fire Protection, Palatine, Illinois Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: City Hall
February 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #37 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Condemnation repair permit issued for Ensley property

Property owner Triple G Holdings can now begin repairs on the condemned building at 2217 Avenue O. This moves the property toward rehabilitation and potential reuse.

Counterparty: Triple G Holdings Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 2217 Avenue O Ensley, Birmingham (aka 2201 Avenue O Ensley)
February 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #66 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

New sharing-economy rules: ordinance regulates permits for shared services

Birmingham is creating new regulations for ride-sharing, home-sharing, and other peer-to-peer services. The rules set licensing standards and consumer protections for these growing platforms.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
February 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #60 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council adopts shared micromobility rules for e-scooters and bikes

New permit system regulates e-scooters, e-bikes, and rental devices operating in Birmingham. Establishes safety standards and operating zones for residents.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
February 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #38 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Condemnation repair permit issued for 1501 22nd Street (Ensley)

Owner Triple G Holdings gets city approval to repair the condemned building at 1501 22nd Street, a step toward bringing the blighted property back into use and improving Ensley neighborhood conditions.

Counterparty: Triple G Holdings Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 1501 - 22nd Street Ensley aka 2201 Avenue O Ensley, Birmingham
February 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #39 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Condemnation repair permit issued for blighted Ensley property

Property owner Triple G Holdings can now demolish or repair the vacant structure at 2205 Avenue O in Ensley, clearing a blighted site from the neighborhood.

Counterparty: Triple G Holdings Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 2205 Avenue O Ensley aka 2201 Avenue O Ensley, Birmingham
February 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #36 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Condemnation repair permit issued for 4536 11th Ave. N

Owner Juanita F. Carter can now repair the condemned property. This clears the path to bring the blighted house back into use or prepare it for resale.

Counterparty: Juanita F. Carter Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 4536 - 11th Avenue North, Birmingham
February 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #30 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves Uptrust pilot program for text analysis software

Uptrust will test software designed to improve city operations through automated text analysis. The pilot's results will determine whether the city expands the tool to other departments.

Counterparty: Uptrust, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 11, 2020 · Item number:Item #26 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Oak Hill Association contracted for Greenwood Cemetery grounds maintenance

City relies on Oak Hill Association to maintain cemetery grounds and remove weeds and standing water—a longstanding public health and aesthetics issue at Greenwood Cemetery.

Counterparty: Oak Hill Association Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Greenwood Cemetery
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