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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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June 24, 2025 · Item number:Item #57 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Storm Water Fund budget set for fiscal year 2026

This sets spending for storm water management and drainage infrastructure through June 2026. The budget determines resources for flood prevention, water quality, and stormwater system repairs citywide.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
June 24, 2025 · Item number:Item #60 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City adopts Sporting and Entertainment Recruiting Fund budget for FY2026

Council set aside funds for sports and entertainment recruitment—part of the city's strategy to attract major events and businesses. Details on spending priorities will shape which venues and projects get backing.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
June 17, 2025 · Item number:Item #53 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City revokes medical transport license for Rawls Carriage

Rawls Medical Carriage Transport loses permission to operate non-emergency medical transport service in Birmingham. The company's license to provide patient transport is being permanently revoked.

Counterparty: Henry Goudy d/b/a Rawls Medical Carriage Transport Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 229 Tucker Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35215
June 17, 2025 · Item number:Item #54 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council revokes medical transport license for Rawls Carriage

Henry Goudy's non-emergency medical transport service loses its operating license, affecting patients who may have used this service in Birmingham.

Counterparty: Henry Goudy d/b/a Rawls Medical Carriage Transport Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 229 Tucker Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35215
June 17, 2025 · Item number:Item #52 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City revokes Cahaba Limousine Service license for unpaid insurance

Cahaba Limousine Service loses its permit to operate in Birmingham after failing to maintain required liability insurance. The company can no longer legally offer limousine services in the city.

Counterparty: Cahaba Limousine Service, LLC Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: 4845 Caldwell Mill Lane, Birmingham, Alabama 35242
June 17, 2025 · Item number:Item #58 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Partial release of settlement properties approved

City approves release of certain properties tied to a decades-old probate settlement, clearing restrictions on those parcels.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
June 17, 2025 · Item number:Item #36 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Firefighter cancer benefits renewed with ACE American Life Insurance

Continues disability and cancer coverage for City firefighters required by state law. Protects eligible firefighters and their families against occupational health risks.

Counterparty: ACE American Life Insurance Company Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
June 17, 2025 · Item number:Item #51 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City revokes Cahaba Limousine Service license for unpaid liability insurance

Cahaba Limousine Service loses its operating permit after failing to maintain required liability coverage. The company can no longer legally operate limousine service in the city.

Counterparty: Cahaba Limousine Service, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 4845 Caldwell Mill Lane, Birmingham, Alabama 35242
June 17, 2025 · Item number:Item #13 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Nuisance abatement liens assessed on blighted properties

City will charge owners for cleanup costs of nuisance properties and place liens on them to recover expenses. Property owners have right to a hearing.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
June 10, 2025 · Item number:Item #37 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City extends moratorium on automated car washes

Automated car wash facilities continue to be blocked from opening in the city. The hearing allows residents to weigh in on whether the ban should stay in place.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
June 10, 2025 · Item number:Item #15 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Iron Hills Productions for "Magic City" event

City enters into agreement with Iron Hills Productions to plan and host a "Magic City" event. Details on scope, funding, and public benefit are not fully specified in the title.

Counterparty: Iron Hills Productions, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
June 10, 2025 · Item number:Item #22 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Recreation, sports, and tourism activities (July 2025–June 2026) approved as pub

This establishes legal grounds for the city to fund recreation, sports, entertainment, and tourism events over the next year under Alabama law. It clears the way for public dollars to support community activities and visitor attractions.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
June 10, 2025 · Item number:Item #40 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City hosts 2025 World Police and Fire Games

Birmingham becomes home to international competition drawing thousands of athletes and spectators. Event will impact traffic, public services, and downtown activity summer 2025.

Counterparty: Birmingham Host Committee 2025 World Police and Fire Games (BWPFG) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
June 10, 2025 · Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Keep Birmingham Beautiful program approved for all 9 districts

City commits to recurring beautification events across all neighborhoods from July 2025 through June 2026. Includes cleanup and community improvement activities in your district.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
June 10, 2025 · Item number:Item #41 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves cooperative purchasing agreement with Cincinnati Sportscapes

Enables the City to buy recreational and sports equipment through a competitive group purchasing program, potentially reducing costs and streamlining procurement.

Counterparty: Cincinnati Sportscapes, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
June 10, 2025 · Item number:Item #13 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves agreement with City Center District Management Corporation

The city is entering into a service agreement with City Center District Management Corporation, though the specific services and budget impact are not detailed in this summary.

Counterparty: City Center District Management Corporation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 27, 2025 · Item number:Item #49 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Façade loan approved for Moes Original BBQ Lakeview

City extends a façade improvement loan to help the restaurant upgrade its storefront. Loan terms and repayment schedule not yet public.

Counterparty: Lakeview Oyster House, Inc. dba Moes Original BBQ Lakeview Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 27, 2025 · Item number:Item #45 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council rescinds prior payment to Atlanta Drone Group

This vote cancels a payment authorization from May 2025. The original amount and purpose are unclear from the incomplete text, but rescinding a vendor payment means the city is walking back a prior financial commitment.

Counterparty: Atlanta Drone Group, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 20, 2025 · Item number:Item #65 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council sets hearing to revoke Happy Hour Hangout license

The bar/restaurant at 2417 Avenue C faces potential closure if the Council votes to revoke its business license at a public hearing. Residents and business owners can speak for or against the action.

Counterparty: Happy Hour Hangout Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 2417 Avenue C, Birmingham, Alabama 35218
May 20, 2025 · Item number:Item #31 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Funding agreement with Jimmie Hale Mission for safety services

City commits public funds to support Downtown Jimmie Hale Mission's work ensuring safety and well-being services for vulnerable residents.

Counterparty: Downtown Jimmie Hale Mission Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 20, 2025 · Item number:Item #52 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Junk dealer license sought for 17th Street West site

A business seeks approval to operate a junkyard at 2–17th Street West in Birmingham. The city will hold a public hearing so residents and interested parties can comment on the operation.

Counterparty: IQAP d/b/a EZ Pull N Pay Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 2 - 17th Street West, Birmingham, Alabama 35208
May 20, 2025 · Item number:Item #7 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council schedules hearing on Mayor's proposed budget

Your chance to weigh in on how the city spends tax dollars. Budget hearings are where residents can voice concerns about priorities, from schools and parks to police and services.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: Council Chambers
May 13, 2025 · Item number:Item #12 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to pursue federal grant

Council grants the Mayor power to apply for and accept a federal grant, though the grant purpose is not specified in this item. Check the agenda for grant details and expected funding amount.

Counterparty: U.S. Department Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
May 13, 2025 · Item number:Item #13 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City secures state homeland security grant for equipment

State funding for law enforcement equipment and homeland security operations at no local cost. Grant supports emergency response capabilities.

Counterparty: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Funding source: State Grant Action type: Resolution
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