docket.pub
Public meeting intelligence
/
/al/ birmingham/ overview
Policy badge · Birmingham

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
Filters
Items

25 items of many

September 11, 2018 · Item number:Item #56 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes electronic monitoring contract with ProntoTrak for courts

City agrees to use ProntoTrak's electronic monitoring equipment and services in Municipal Court domestic cases. Residents may encounter this technology in family court proceedings.

Counterparty: ProntoTrak, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 4, 2018 · Item number:Item #10 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $34K

Sales tax assessment: $34,043 against Pies & Pints Birmingham

City claims owners of Pies & Pints Birmingham owe $34,043 in unpaid sales taxes. The assessment holds the business and two named individuals liable for collection and remittance obligations.

Counterparty: Pies & Pints Birmingham LLC, Robert A. Linderman, Kimberly Shingledecker Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 4, 2018 · Item number:Item #61 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves leave payout policy for city employees

Sets rules for how city employees can use or cash out earned vacation and sick leave, affecting compensation practices city-wide.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Ordinance
September 4, 2018 · Item number:Item #9 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Foreign-Trade Subzone application: Economic development designation

City seeks federal Foreign-Trade Zone status for specified property to attract manufacturers and reduce import tariffs. Subzone designation can lower costs for qualifying businesses operating at the location.

Counterparty: Foreign-Trade Zones Board, U.S. Department of Commerce Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 4, 2018 · Item number:Item #60 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City extends SBI crime-investigation partnership one year

Birmingham continues working with state investigators to support crime-solving and public safety. The agreement runs through September 2019.

Counterparty: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), State Bureau of Investigation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
August 28, 2018 · Item number:Item #60 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $50K

City accepts $50K donation from Johnson Bros./Oscar Renda JV

Private contractors donate $50,000 to the city for unspecified public benefit. Citizens deserve transparency about the purpose and any business relationships involved.

Counterparty: Johnson Bros. Corporation, a Southland Company & Oscar Renda Contracting, Inc. Joint Venture Funding source: Private Action type: Resolution
August 28, 2018 · Item number:Item #62 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Land Bank Authority director appointment fills vacant board seat

A new director joins the Land Bank's leadership. The Land Bank acquires and rehabilitates abandoned properties across Birmingham neighborhoods.

Counterparty: Land Bank Authority of the City of Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Appointment board
August 28, 2018 · Item number:Item #67 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City waives subdivision fee for SUB2017-00077 citing economic benefit

A development project avoids paying a subdivision fee because the city expects it to boost economic activity. Citizens should know when projects get fee waivers and on what grounds.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 28, 2018 · Item number:Item #68 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City waives subdivision fee for SUB2017-00077 citing economic benefit

A development project avoids paying a subdivision fee because the city expects it to boost economic activity. Citizens should know when projects get fee waivers and on what grounds.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 28, 2018 · Item number:Item #61 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Regions Field financing documents approved with PACE Board and Bank of New York

Council approves financing documents for Regions Field, the city's sports and entertainment venue. Details on long-term costs and management structure unavailable in summary.

Counterparty: The Public Athletic, Cultural and Entertainment Facilities Board of the City of Birmingham (PACE Board), The Bank of New York Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 28, 2018 · Item number:Item #73 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City renews cemetery maintenance contract with Oak Hill Memorial Association

Oak Hill, Elyton, and East Lake Cemeteries will continue receiving professional care and maintenance under this city agreement. Ensures gravesites remain well-maintained and accessible to families.

Counterparty: Oak Hill Memorial Association Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
August 28, 2018 · Item number:Item #74 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City strikes tax deal with Airbnb for rental lodging tax collection

Airbnb will now collect and send lodging taxes owed to the city on short-term rentals. Makes tax compliance easier for the city and platforms while ensuring tourism revenue reaches municipal services.

Counterparty: Airbnb, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 28, 2018 · Item number:Item #69 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Vacation fee waived for development project SUB2017-00077

City waives a fee for a development project expected to generate economic growth in Birmingham. Details on the project's scope and location are limited in the public record.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 28, 2018 · Item number:Item #21 · 🏗️ 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
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #72 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $287K

City provides $287K in federal HOME funds for low-income housing construction

Up to two affordable homes will be built via partnership with Titusville Development Corporation, expanding stable housing options for low-income residents.

Counterparty: Titusville Development Corporation Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #73 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $287K

City provides $287K in federal HOME funds for low-income housing construction

Up to two affordable homes will be built via partnership with Titusville Development Corporation, expanding stable housing options for low-income residents.

Counterparty: Titusville Development Corporation Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #71 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $200K

City commits $200K in HOME funds to Central Alabama Housing Alliance for low/mod

City is investing federal HOME funds to help expand low- and moderate-income housing through a nonprofit partner. This moves more affordable units closer to completion.

Counterparty: Central Alabama Housing Alliance Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #75 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City seeks legal ruling on authority to accept and distribute charitable donatio

This legal opinion will clarify what the city can and cannot do with private donations—whether to nonprofits, community programs, or other entities. The ruling affects how the city can fundraise and direct charitable support in the future.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #76 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City seeks Attorney General opinion on donation authority

Council is asking the state to clarify what power the city has to accept and give away donations to private groups — a question that affects whether the city can partner with nonprofits and private entities on community initiatives.

Counterparty: State Attorney General Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #62 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Fire Department: 1-year medical supply contract with Arrow International

Commits city funds to medical supplies for firefighters and emergency response. Contract covers various supplies at unit prices set by the Purchasing Agent.

Counterparty: Arrow International, Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #45 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Condemnation repair permit issued for 1120 2nd Street West

Property owner Antonio G. Smith can now proceed with required repairs to a blighted property. This allows the structure to avoid demolition if repairs meet city standards.

Counterparty: Antonio G. Smith Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 1120 2nd Street West aka 1132 2nd Street West, Birmingham
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #23 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Board of Education to fund student supplies

Agreement commits city funds to help students in need access school supplies during 2018-2019. Direct support for educational equity and student success.

Counterparty: The Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #21 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Maclin Park football field gets bond funding for repairs

Council prioritizes athletic field improvements at Maclin Park using Phase II bond money. Residents can expect enhanced sports facilities in this neighborhood.

Funding source: Bond Action type: Resolution
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #14 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City accepts state grant for Tiger IV Connector project

Agreement with Alabama Department of Transportation advances Tiger IV Connector transportation infrastructure, though full project scope and timeline are unclear from this item alone.

Counterparty: State of Alabama; Alabama Department of Transportation Funding source: State Grant Action type: Resolution
August 21, 2018 · Item number:Item #77 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council appoints two directors to Land Bank Authority

Land Bank directors oversee the city's strategy to acquire, hold, and return tax-delinquent and blighted properties to productive use. These appointments fill vacancies left by a resignation and set leadership through 2022.

Counterparty: Land Bank Authority of the City of Birmingham Funding source: Unknown Action type: Appointment board
Menu
More