Council actions on neglected property — demolitions, nuisance findings, and liens against owners for cleanup costs.
Public funds support community policing event. Graduation ceremony celebrates citizens completing police academy training on May 24, 2016.
This payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) agreement commits BBH PBMC, LLC to make annual payments to the city instead of standard property taxes, typically as part of a development or tax-incentive deal. Details on the project location, payment amount, and term are incomplete in the
City commits general-fund dollars to lease two offices, a meeting room, and storage from a community nonprofit. Terms and annual cost not disclosed in summary.
Property owner John L. Aaron can now repair the condemned building at 2410 Avenue E and return it to use, removing a blighted property from the neighborhood.
Council approves the first step toward a state-funded transportation project on I-59 (Project ST-037-I59-009). Engineering work will define scope and cost; residents will see impacts once the project advances.
Amendment advances feasibility study for watershed improvements in Birmingham. Study helps city plan flood management and water quality solutions affecting multiple neighborhoods.
Changes who decides design standard appeals in Birmingham. Property owners and developers will go to the Construction Board of Appeals and Adjustment instead of the previous process.
City committing funds to BCSG for short-term management of the Magic City Diamond project. Sole-source contract warrants transparency on the vendor selection and scope of work.
Updates how the city's Building Board operates — clarifying deputy roles, secretary duties, and meeting procedures. Affects permit reviews and appeals that homeowners and developers rely on.
Leadership positions shape how City Council conducts business and sets agendas. These officers determine committee assignments, meeting procedures, and which members speak on behalf of the full Council.
Birmingham residents will see city-organized bicentennial events in 2019, with a dedicated committee coordinating local celebrations alongside statewide observances of Alabama's 200-year milestone.
A 4-block stretch of 1st Avenue South (12th to 16th Street South) will be renamed to honor baseball legend Willie Mays, changing wayfinding and addresses for residents and businesses in that corridor.
City divests real estate at 2817 30th Avenue North to the Jefferson County Board of Health. The sale removes a municipal property from the tax rolls and transfers it to the county health authority.
Updates how the city's Building Board operates — clarifying deputy roles, secretary duties, and meeting procedures. Affects permit reviews and appeals that homeowners and developers rely on.
Birmingham residents will see city-organized bicentennial events in 2019, with a dedicated committee coordinating local celebrations alongside statewide observances of Alabama's 200-year milestone.
Birmingham sets aside $2.5 million over five years for UAB operations, supporting the region's largest employer and research institution. The university's economic impact and workforce training affect thousands of residents and job seekers citywide.
Police Department receives federal funding to enhance bomb detection and response capabilities, strengthening public safety infrastructure for the city.
Carter's Truck & Trailer Repair owes the city $53,866.27 in unpaid sales taxes. This enforcement action ensures businesses pay their fair share of tax obligations.
City secures state funding for road resurfacing and Loop Detector upgrades. Project improves traffic flow and street conditions.
Birmingham advances a state-funded road project on CR-94. Engineering work will determine feasibility and design for improvements that could affect commute times and safety on this corridor.
City designates Central Park property as blighted and dangerous, opening path to demolition or emergency repairs. May affect neighboring property values and neighborhood safety.
Council votes on which employee expenses get reimbursed from city funds. This affects how city workers are paid for out-of-pocket costs incurred on the job.
Allows Birmingham and Rocky Ridge fire departments to help each other on first-response calls, potentially reducing response times during emergencies.
Birmingham buys back the historic downtown property after prior sale. Property recovery is a key step toward reuse or redevelopment in the 3rd Avenue corridor.
Changes how firefighters and police officers elect board members overseeing their pension fund. Affects retirement benefits and fund governance for public safety employees.