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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 4228 items in last 166 months
Total dollars $2150.5M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (62.9% 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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September 1, 2015 · Item number:Item #18 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City signs state grant agreement for highway project NH-0269

City executes partnership with Alabama Department of Transportation for a state-funded highway project. Details on project scope, location, and timeline are not fully disclosed in the agenda item.

Counterparty: State of Alabama Department of Transportation Funding source: State Grant Action type: Resolution
September 1, 2015 · Item number:Item #17 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City leases land to FAA for airport operations

The city enters a land lease with the Federal Aviation Administration. Details on acreage, lease term, and revenue are not publicly visible in this summary.

Counterparty: United States of America Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
September 1, 2015 · Item number:Item #28 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor approved to fund Community Policing & Revitalization meeting

City funds attendance by neighborhood advisory board members at CPR meeting on October 24, 2015 to support community-police engagement.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
September 1, 2015 · Item number:Item #51 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor signs sole-source security deal with SanGuard for Railroad Park

City commits public safety resources to Railroad Park through a contract with SanGuard Security. Details on cost and contract terms are missing from the item description.

Counterparty: SanGuard Security Services, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Railroad Park
September 1, 2015 · Item number:Item #50 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City hires Handprint Government Affairs for federal lobbying

Birmingham is contracting with a lobbyist to represent the city's interests in federal policy and funding. The dollar amount and contract term aren't disclosed in this summary.

Counterparty: Handprint Government Affairs Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 1, 2015 · Item number:Item #55 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council joins lawsuit v. Luther Strange as plaintiff

City becomes party to Andrew Bennett et al. v. Luther Strange federal case, fourth cause of action only. Outcome may affect city interests or liability.

Counterparty: Andrew Bennett, Luther Strange Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 1, 2015 · Item number:Item #49 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City hires Handprint Government Affairs for federal lobbying

Birmingham is contracting with a lobbyist to represent the city's interests in federal policy and funding. The dollar amount and contract term aren't disclosed in this summary.

Counterparty: Handprint Government Affairs Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 1, 2015 · Item number:Item #27 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves neighborhood safety signage purchase

City will install "No Dumping," school speed-limit, and "Neighborhood Watch" signs in neighborhoods to discourage littering and speeding near schools.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 25, 2015 · Item number:Item #34 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $20.0M

City backs $20M bonds for UA Health Services Foundation medical facility

Council approves up to $20 million in bonds to help the University of Alabama Health Services Foundation acquire and renovate medical facilities in Birmingham. The city is effectively lending its bonding authority to support healthcare infrastructure expansion.

Counterparty: University of Alabama Health Services Foundation, P.C. Funding source: Bond Action type: Resolution
August 25, 2015 · Item number:Item #32 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $669K

City commits $668,574/year to JCCEO economic opportunity programs

Birmingham dedicates annual funding to support Jefferson County Committee for Economic Opportunity's workforce and community development programs. Five-year agreement subject to annual budget approval.

Counterparty: Jefferson County Committee for Economic Opportunity (JCCEO) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 18, 2015 · Item number:Item #31 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City grants Kamtek Inc. early-access license to city property

City property rights and access arrangements affect how public assets are used and who can benefit from them. This agreement with Kamtek Inc. creates a revocable license framework for early access.

Counterparty: Kamtek Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 18, 2015 · Item number:Item #16 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City hires Bretwood Capital Partners as investment manager

City commits to paying an investment manager to oversee municipal funds. The fiduciary agreement determines how the city's cash reserves are invested and managed.

Counterparty: Bretwood Capital Partners Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 18, 2015 · Item number:Item #19 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Belview Heights gets new trash receptacles in parks

Improves neighborhood appearance and public health by installing trash bins throughout Belview Heights parks and public areas.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: Belview Heights
August 18, 2015 · Item number:Item #42 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Ambulance licensing rules updated

Changes to permit requirements for ambulance services may affect response times and emergency care standards in Birmingham.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
August 18, 2015 · Item number:Item #43 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Transient dealer licensing rules revised

Updates how the city regulates temporary vendors and mobile merchants. Changes to licensing terms or fees may affect street vendors and small-business costs.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
August 18, 2015 · Item number:Item #44 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Road resurfacing agreement with Jefferson County and neighboring cities

Joint paving project with county and three nearby cities may smooth commutes and reduce pothole repairs citywide. Exact roads and timeline are not detailed in this summary.

Counterparty: Jefferson County, City of Irondale, City of Leeds, City of Trussville Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
August 18, 2015 · Item number:Item #49 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council proposes minimum wage law for Birmingham employers

A new minimum wage would set a floor for what employers must pay workers in Birmingham, potentially raising take-home pay for low-wage workers. The proposal is in first reading and will require further council votes.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
August 18, 2015 · Item number:Item #48 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Zoning code amendment sets public hearing for Sept. 15

City will consider changes to mixed-use zoning rules. Public hearing set for September 15, 2015 — residents can comment on proposed zoning amendment.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Public hearing: September 15, 2015
August 18, 2015 · Item number:Item #35 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council endorses Thrive Birmingham community health workshops

City recognizes ThriveBHM workshops as promoting public health, safety, and community welfare through public education on matters important to residents' wellbeing.

Counterparty: Thrive Birmingham (ThriveBHM) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 4, 2015 · Item number:Item #50 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $20.0M

City backs $20M bonds for UA Health Services hospital project

Birmingham issues revenue bonds to help University of Alabama Health Services Foundation acquire and renovate healthcare facilities. The city's credit backs the debt, though repayment comes from the foundation's revenue stream rather than city taxes.

Counterparty: University of Alabama Health Services Foundation, P.C. Funding source: Bond Action type: Resolution
August 4, 2015 · Item number:Item #43 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $50K

City Council salary raised to $50K for 2017 members

Council members' pay triples from $15K to $50K, increasing the annual expense by $525K if all nine seats are filled. Affects future council budgets and compensation structure.

Counterparty: City Council Funding source: General Fund Action type: Ordinance
August 4, 2015 · Item number:Item #52 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $50K

City Council salary raised to $50K for 2017 members

Council members' pay triples from $15K to $50K, increasing the annual expense by $525K if all nine seats are filled. Affects future council budgets and compensation structure.

Counterparty: City Council Funding source: General Fund Action type: Ordinance
August 4, 2015 · Item number:Item #22 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City purchases property off Tiger Walk from Alamerica Bank

Birmingham acquires land off Tiger Walk as part of ongoing property recovery efforts. Details on purchase price and property use are not disclosed in the agenda item.

Counterparty: Alamerica Bank and Oxmoor Preservation/One, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Tiger Walk, Birmingham, Alabama 35022
August 4, 2015 · Item number:Item #28 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City adopts 2014-2015 county pay and job-grade survey

Establishes pay scales and job classifications for city employees using independent county data. May affect future salary decisions and budget planning.

Counterparty: Personnel Board of Jefferson County Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
August 4, 2015 · Item number:Item #39 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City employees get 3% pay raise effective June 27

All eligible city workers receive a 3% cost-of-living raise. Qualified employees may also advance one merit step, boosting their salary further.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
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