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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 2175 items in last 90 months
Total dollars $313.3M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (32.9% 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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February 12, 2019 · Item number:Item #82 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $147K

City authorizes six refunds totaling $147,347.66

The city is returning nearly $150,000 to residents or vendors through six separate refunds from the general fund. Details on who receives the money and why would be available in the full resolution.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
February 12, 2019 · Item number:Item #51 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $449

Springville Library gets $449 surveillance system

Library patrons and staff in South Roebuck will benefit from improved security monitoring at Springville Library.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: South Roebuck - Roebuck
February 12, 2019 · Item number:Item #52 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $200

Council spends $200 on Calling Post neighborhood alerts

City funds a service that helps neighbors stay informed about community updates and safety issues.

Counterparty: Calling Post Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
February 12, 2019 · Item number:Item #39 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; owner pays removal costs

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles clutter neighborhoods and reduce property values. This action removes one from the public right-of-way and holds the registered owner financially responsible for cleanup.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 12, 2019 · Item number:Item #24 · 🏗️ 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 12, 2019 · Item number:Item #49 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: Oxford Global Resources hired as Kronos expert

City is bringing in specialized consultant to manage Kronos system (likely payroll/HR software). Cost and scope not disclosed in public record.

Counterparty: Oxford Global Resources, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 5, 2019 · Item number:Item #60 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $19K

Council approves $18,812 repair for police vehicle 152201

City pays Southern Emergency Consultants to repair a wrecked police vehicle. Routine equipment maintenance funded from general budget.

Counterparty: Southern Emergency Consultants Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
February 5, 2019 · Item number:Item #101 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $3K

City sells vacant lot to Andre' David Halston for $2,903.80

City converts tax-delinquent property into private ownership; proceeds help offset municipal costs. Private redevelopment may activate blighted parcels in the neighborhood.

Counterparty: Andre' David Halston Funding source: Private Action type: Ordinance
February 5, 2019 · Item number:Item #72 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Druid Hills redevelopment zone expands urban renewal boundary

Expansion of Druid Hills urban renewal area may unlock new development incentives, tax abatements, or infrastructure investment in the neighborhood. Public hearing allows residents to weigh in on boundary changes.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Druid Hills
February 5, 2019 · Item number:Item #17 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves food bank partnership agreement

Enables Community Food Bank of Central Alabama to continue distributing food to hungry residents across the region.

Counterparty: Community Food Bank of Central Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 5, 2019 · Item number:Item #104 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council supports Dannon Project youth training initiative

City backs workforce development program for young residents. Dannon Project provides job training and career pathways in Birmingham.

Counterparty: Dannon Project Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 5, 2019 · Item number:Item #19 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City applies for federal violence reduction grant from DOJ

Potential new funding for law enforcement traffic safety and violence prevention programs. Success could bring federal resources to support public safety initiatives without local budget impact.

Counterparty: U.S. Department of Justice through Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA), Law Enforcement Traffic Safety Division Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
February 5, 2019 · Item number:Item #36 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to sign AAF games agreement with Legendary Field Exhibition

City will host at least 5 Alliance of America Football League games, bringing sports events and potential economic activity to Birmingham.

Counterparty: Legendary Field Exhibition, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 22, 2019 · Item number:Item #88 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Human Rights Commission launch delayed to February 2019

City amends law to push back the Human Rights Commission's official start date to February 1, 2019. This body will handle civil rights complaints and community grievances.

Counterparty: The Human Rights Commission Funding source: General Fund Action type: Ordinance
January 22, 2019 · Item number:Item #30 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Birmingham CrossPlex hosts SWAC track & field and basketball championships

The city allows SWAC to hold its 2019 championships at the CrossPlex, bringing student-athlete competitions and likely visitor spending to Birmingham.

Counterparty: Southwestern Athletic Conference, Inc. (SWAC) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Birmingham CrossPlex
January 22, 2019 · Item number:Item #29 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source software: Accela upgrades zoning/permitting platform

City renews software licensing and maintenance with Accela for zoning and right-of-way permit systems. No dollar amount disclosed; funding source unknown.

Counterparty: Accela, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 22, 2019 · Item number:Item #31 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council authorizes agreement with Birmingham Urban League

City commits to partnership with Urban League under state constitutional authority to develop and coordinate community programs. Details of scope and funding unavailable from agenda text.

Counterparty: Birmingham Urban League Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 15, 2019 · Item number:Item #93 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

World Games 2021 agreement amendment approved

Council amends the City's agreement with the World Games Local Organizing Committee to adjust terms or obligations for the 2021 event.

Counterparty: The World Games 2021 Local Organizing Committee Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 15, 2019 · Item number:Item #37 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council amends partnership with Coach Safety Foundation

City modifies its support agreement with Coach Safety Foundation, likely adjusting terms or scope of the partnership. The text appears cut off, but this signals a change to an existing public-safety-oriented partnership.

Counterparty: Coach Safety Foundation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 15, 2019 · Item number:Item #86 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

World Games 2021 agreement amendment approved

Council amends the City's agreement with the World Games Local Organizing Committee to adjust terms or obligations for the 2021 event.

Counterparty: The World Games 2021 Local Organizing Committee Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 15, 2019 · Item number:Item #92 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

World Games 2021 agreement amendment approved

Council amends the City's agreement with the World Games Local Organizing Committee to adjust terms or obligations for the 2021 event.

Counterparty: The World Games 2021 Local Organizing Committee Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 15, 2019 · Item number:Item #90 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Pepper Place designated as entertainment district

New zoning rules for Pepper Place will govern liquor licensing and entertainment venue operations. The designation may affect bar, restaurant, and nightlife regulations in the area.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: Pepper Place
January 2, 2019 · Item number:Item #52 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Public hearing set: zoning change from Mixed-Use Medium (Case ZAC2018-00025)

City Council will hear arguments Jan. 29 on rezoning a property or properties. The outcome will determine what types of buildings and businesses can operate at the affected location(s).

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Public hearing: January 29, 2019
January 2, 2019 · Item number:Item #50 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Coach Safety Act: Youth sports coaches must complete safety training

Coaches of youth athletes will be required to complete training on injury prevention and treatment. The rule aims to reduce injuries and improve emergency response at practices and games.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 2, 2019 · Item number:Item #15 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Birmingham AIDS Outreach renews annual bingo permit

Allows the nonprofit to hold monthly fundraising bingo events at 205 32nd Street South to support HIV/AIDS services in Birmingham.

Counterparty: Birmingham AIDS Outreach Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 205 - 32nd Street South, Birmingham
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