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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 4201 items in last 164 months
Total dollars $2147.4M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (62.4% 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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October 21, 2025 · Item number:Item #23 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City to remove inoperable vehicles as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are declared public nuisances and will be removed; the cost gets charged to the vehicle owner. This clears blight from neighborhoods and improves community appearance.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 21, 2025 · Item number:Item #43 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City backs NCAA Birmingham Bowl football game with ESPN

Birmingham hosts a major college football postseason game, bringing national visibility, tourism revenue, and economic activity to the city. The game is scheduled for December.

Counterparty: ESPN Productions Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Birmingham, Alabama
October 21, 2025 · Item number:Item #65 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Junk dealer license application approved for 1849 Ruffner Road

EZ Pull N Pay's junk dealer operation at 1849 Ruffner Road now has city approval. This license governs vehicle recycling and auto parts salvage activities at the location.

Counterparty: IQAP d/b/a EZ Pull N Pay Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 1849 Ruffner Road, Birmingham, Alabama 35210
October 21, 2025 · Item number:Item #66 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Tree Commission reactivated; new rules for public tree care

City reinstates oversight of street trees and public property landscaping. Establishes standards for planting, maintenance, and removal of trees that shade streets, parks, and public spaces.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Ordinance
October 21, 2025 · Item number:Item #67 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Lumos Fiber franchise OK'd for citywide broadband build-out

City grants Lumos Fiber long-term rights to install fiber-optic cables in streets and public easements. Could expand high-speed internet access across Birmingham, affecting broadband availability and pricing for residents.

Counterparty: Lumos Fiber of Alabama, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
October 21, 2025 · Item number:Item #25 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are removed from neighborhoods and costs charged to the registered owner. Keeps streets safer and cleaner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 21, 2025 · Item number:Item #68 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City grants Uniti Fiber Gulfco fiber-optic franchise for rights-of-way

Fiber infrastructure expands broadband access across Birmingham. City retains oversight of public rights-of-way and receives franchise fees for network operation.</matters> <parameter name="significance_rationale">Fiber franchises enable long-term communications infrastructure se

Counterparty: Uniti Fiber Gulfco LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
October 21, 2025 · Item number:Item #69 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City signs data-sharing agreement with Alabama law enforcement

Birmingham joins a statewide data-sharing system with state police. The agreement governs how police access and use shared law-enforcement records, affecting privacy and surveillance practices.

Counterparty: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
October 14, 2025 · Item number:Item #31 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $1.0M

City commits $1M to Birmingham Board of Education agreement

City will spend up to $1 million with the school board under a new agreement. Details on the program or service are incomplete from the agenda text.

Counterparty: The Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 14, 2025 · Item number:Item #83 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $11K

City sells East Lake parcels to Lisa Bimbo for $10,534

City-owned land in East Lake transfers to private ownership. Transaction closes upon receipt of $10,533.74 payment.

Counterparty: Lisa Bimbo Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: East Lake
October 14, 2025 · Item number:Item #86 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $9K

City sells Lot 22 to Michael Marbury for $8,617.90

City property at Lot 22 transfers to private ownership. This conveyance removes the parcel from public holdings and returns funds to the city.

Counterparty: Michael Marbury Funding source: Private Action type: Ordinance
October 14, 2025 · Item number:Item #85 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City hires Freshwater Land Trust for consulting and project management

City commits to a sole-source consulting deal with Freshwater Land Trust for land and water project management. Specific dollar amount and project scope are incomplete in the agenda.

Counterparty: Freshwater Land Trust Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 14, 2025 · Item number:Item #21 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council authorizes removal of inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

City removes abandoned or broken-down vehicles from neighborhoods to reduce blight and safety hazards. Removal costs are charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 14, 2025 · Item number:Item #37 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with USGS on water resources investigation

The city will collaborate with federal experts to study and maintain water systems. This partnership brings federal funding and technical expertise to local water management.

Counterparty: U.S. Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior (USGS) Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
September 30, 2025 · Item number:Item #53 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City buys 1,200 UAB football tickets per home game

City will commit public funds to purchase University of Alabama at Birmingham football tickets for distribution or use. Dollar amount and total budget impact not specified in item text.

Counterparty: University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 30, 2025 · Item number:Item #48 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Fire hydrants installed at two Redding Way property lines

City will install fire hydrants at two locations along Redding Way to improve emergency response and fire protection for nearby properties.

Funding source: Capital Improvement Plan Action type: Resolution Location: Redding Way
September 30, 2025 · Item number:Item #35 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Professional services agreement with University of Alabama Health Services Found

City enters into a services contract with University of Alabama Health Services Foundation. Specific services, duration, and cost details are not provided in the public summary.

Counterparty: University of Alabama Health Services Foundation, P.C. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 23, 2025 · Item number:Item #41 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $1.0M

City expends $1M to Birmingham Board of Education and IMC Financial Consulting

The city spends $1 million in public funds on education and financial consulting services. The full purpose and breakdown are unclear from the title alone.

Counterparty: Birmingham Board of Education and IMC Financial Consulti Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
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 23, 2025 · Item number:Item #42 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City signs intergovernmental agreement with Birmingham Je

Establishes a formal partnership between the City and Birmingham Je, likely affecting public services or infrastructure operations. Details of the agreement's scope and impact are unclear from the truncated title.

Counterparty: Birmingham Je Funding source: Unknown 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 #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 #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 #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
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