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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 2046 items in last 85 months
Total dollars $304.7M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (30.8% 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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September 23, 2025 · Item number:Item #43 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to execute federal Reconnecting Communities grant agreement

City secures federal grant funds to reconnect communities; agreement details cost-sharing terms and grant administration with Birmingham J.

Counterparty: Birmingham J Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
September 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #38 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $225K

City approves $225M bond for Children's Hospital expansion

Children's Hospital gets $225 million in financing for capital improvements, likely expanding or upgrading pediatric care facilities in the city.

Counterparty: The Special Care Facilities Financing Authority of the City of Birmingham - Children's Hospital Funding source: Bond Action type: Resolution
September 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #76 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

New law enables liens on properties with building code violations

City gains tool to recover costs when homeowners ignore building violations. Properties with unpaid code liens may face foreclosure or sale.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Ordinance
September 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #32 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City funds McWane Science Center services agreement

McWane Center will provide science education and public outreach services in Birmingham. This establishes the city's funding relationship with the center's programs.

Counterparty: McWane Science Center d/b/a McWane Center Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #31 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Jones Valley Teaching Farm on urban agriculture

The city is backing sustainable farming, food markets, and economic development programs through a partnership with Jones Valley Teaching Farm. This expands local food access and green job opportunities in the community.

Counterparty: Jones Valley Teaching Farm (JVTF) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #34 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to sign public-use agreement with Red Mountain Theatre

Red Mountain Theatre Company will open its facilities to the public under a formal agreement, expanding community access to cultural and performance space.

Counterparty: Red Mountain Theatre Company, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #78 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to sign funding agreement with port authority

City commits to fund port terminal operations under a new agreement with Birmingham Jefferson County Port Authority. Details on payment amount and duration are not provided in this summary.

Counterparty: Birmingham Jefferson County Port Authority Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 16, 2025 · Item number:Item #75 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

20th Avenue South closure at Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard

This ordinance closes a section of 20th Avenue South to vehicle traffic, affecting how drivers navigate the area around Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard South. The closure may improve pedestrian safety or support neighborhood development.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: 20th Avenue South at approximately 190 feet from its intersection with Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard South
September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #16 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves community services agreement with Brenda's Brown Bosom Buddies, In

The city has authorized a new partnership to provide community services. The agreement details and funding amount were not fully disclosed in the agenda summary.

Counterparty: Brenda's Brown Bosom Buddies, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #60 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves public transit services agreement with BJCTA

This agreement defines how Birmingham receives public transportation services from the transit authority. The terms set service levels, funding, and operational responsibilities that affect riders and the city budget.

Counterparty: Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #17 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes agreement with Community Food Bank of Central Alabama

City partners with Community Food Bank to expand food assistance programs. Agreement details service scope and terms.

Counterparty: Community Food Bank of Central Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #61 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City defers Pizitz loan payments for 24 months

The city grants Pizitz, L.L.C. a 24-month pause on loan repayment obligations, deferring debt service owed to Birmingham.

Counterparty: Pizitz, L.L.C. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #21 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City funds Southbound Food Festival annual event

The city is committing public funds to bring the annual Southbound Food Festival to Birmingham. The agreement enables a community event that draws residents and visitors to the city.

Counterparty: Southbound Food Festival Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #25 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City accepts real property donation at 1329 Cotton Avenue SW

Urban Ministries, Inc. donates a property to the city for public use, expanding municipal assets at no cost. The property at 1329 Cotton Avenue SW will be available for city projects or community benefits.

Counterparty: Urban Ministries, Inc. Funding source: Private Action type: Resolution Location: 1329 Cotton Avenue SW, Birmingham, AL 35211
September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #23 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to accept state funds for City Walk maintenance

City secures state funding (ACT#2025-251) to support City Walk maintenance. Exact funding amount not disclosed in this agenda item.

Counterparty: State of Alabama Funding source: State Grant Action type: Resolution
September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #15 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes maintenance agreement with BJCC for civic center

City delegates upkeep and cleaning of the Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center to BJCC, shifting operational responsibility and costs for the public facility.

Counterparty: Birmingham Jefferson Civic Center Authority (BJCC) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #24 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City accepts state grant for Birmingham Police (ACT 2025-251)

Mayor authorized to accept funds appropriated by Alabama Legislature for the Birmingham Police Department in FY2026.

Counterparty: Alabama Legislature Funding source: State Grant Action type: Resolution
September 9, 2025 · Item number:Item #18 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City funds safety program with Downtown Jimmie Hale Mission

City enters funding agreement with Jimmie Hale Mission to support safety and well-being services.

Counterparty: Downtown Jimmie Hale Mission Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 2, 2025 · Item number:Item #8 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Iron City Elite Shuttle gets permit for neighborhood shuttle service

City approves new shuttle operator to provide neighborhood transportation service. Two certificates authorize service expansion.

Counterparty: Iron City Elite Shuttle Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 4777 Innsbrooke Parkway, Pinson, Alabama 35126
September 2, 2025 · Item number:Item #37 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Removes abandoned or disabled vehicles from neighborhoods, cleaning up blight and improving public safety. Costs are charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 2, 2025 · Item number:Item #39 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council authorizes removal of inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned or inoperable vehicles are removed from neighborhoods, and the owner pays for the removal cost. This clears blight and improves neighborhood appearance.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #62 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $9K

City sells property lot to Rapid Holdings for $9,438

City divests a parcel at Lot 9, Block 9. The sale generates revenue for the general fund.

Counterparty: Rapid Holdings, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Ordinance
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #46 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club for extended learning

A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club will provide after-school and summer learning programs for young people in Birmingham. The agreement expands access to structured educational activities and youth development services.

Counterparty: A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #63 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves paratransit agreement with ClasTran for elderly and disabled resid

Ensures continued access to public transportation for elderly and disabled residents in Birmingham. Agreement covers specialized paratransit services for populations who cannot use fixed-route buses.

Counterparty: Birmingham Regional Paratransit Consortium (ClasTran) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 26, 2025 · Item number:Item #36 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council authorizes removal of inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

City will remove an abandoned or broken-down car from a residential or commercial property and bill the vehicle's owner for removal costs.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
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