Council actions on neglected property — demolitions, nuisance findings, and liens against owners for cleanup costs.
Police and Fire get two-way radios and maintenance for 12 months, renewable month-to-month without competitive bidding. Ensures emergency communications equipment stays operational.
New restaurant comes to 101 Resource Center Parkway, operated by Fern Street Enterprise. Part of the city's efforts to activate public properties with local business partnerships.
City commits to matching federal/state funding for transportation improvements on US 11 East, clearing the way for a corridor upgrade project. Commuters and residents in the area could see safer roads and better traffic flow once the project moves forward.
Alabama Power will install and operate electrical facilities on city-owned Legion Field property. This easement agreement locks in utility access rights at a major public venue.
City argues ALDOT's current reconstruction plans will harm Birmingham neighborhoods. Council is formally objecting and asking for redesign of the I-20/59 access bridges.
Council is undoing a 13-year-old business loan agreement. The reason for rescission is not stated in the available text; if you're tracking the city's lending history or have a stake in Independent Offices' obligations, check the full resolution.
City removes acreage cap at 2787 Alton Drive landfill, allowing use of entire facility. Affects waste management capacity and neighborhood near disposal site.
Arcadis will help Birmingham refine its stormwater system to manage flooding and water quality. The city is using a sole-source contract, meaning no competitive bidding.
City commits to funding portion of community development plan for North Birmingham neighborhoods. Match requirement signals city investment in area improvements and determines federal/state grant eligibility.
New Georgia Landfill could expand its disposal footprint significantly after acreage restrictions are lifted. Residents near 47th Avenue North may face longer-term operations and increased truck traffic.
The city will spend up to $200,000 per year for five years coordinating with the Construction Industry Authority, though the agreement text does not specify what services are included or how residents benefit.
Council approves $30,000 payment to Urban Impact, Inc., to host the annual jazz festival celebrating Fourth Avenue's music and cultural heritage.
City commits to buying firefighting vehicles from a single vendor at preset prices, with no competitive bidding. Citizens should know how public safety dollars are spent and whether open competition was considered.
Council approves general fund spending to support the annual Magic City Classic festival in October, which celebrates community pride and goodwill.
City ends a 13-year towing contract with Birmingham Towing Service that provided vehicle storage and wrecker services to police. New vendor selection process likely to follow.
Cancels 11-year towing agreement for police impounds and city vehicle storage. Next vendor selection will affect response times and costs for vehicle recovery citywide.
Cancels 11-year towing agreement for police impounds and city vehicle storage. Next vendor selection will affect response times and costs for vehicle recovery citywide.
Public Finance Authority will issue bonds to fund new multifamily housing construction, with approximately $4 million allocated for the GMF-Florala Pool project. Bond financing affects future city debt obligations and tax revenues.
Public Finance Authority will issue bonds to fund new multifamily housing construction, with approximately $4 million allocated for the GMF-Florala Pool project. Bond financing affects future city debt obligations and tax revenues.
City will spend up to $200,000 per year for up to five years on a partnership with the Construction Industry Authority, but the agreement description is incomplete—details on what services or projects this funds are not provided.
City commits $50,000 from the general fund to hire legal counsel Hand Arendall for undisclosed legal matters through June 2014.
City commits up to $45,000 in general funds to external legal counsel through June 2014 without competitive bidding.
Residents in North Birmingham, Collegeville, Harriman Park, and Fairmont will get legal support on environmental issues. City chose the firm without competitive bidding.
Public funds support Central Park Neighborhood Association's meeting and community programming equipment.
Sets spending plan for stormwater management, drainage maintenance, and flood-control projects that protect neighborhoods from flooding and water damage.