Council actions on neglected property — demolitions, nuisance findings, and liens against owners for cleanup costs.
Johnny Rays and its owner face a tax bill for unpaid sales taxes. The city is seeking collection from the business operator responsible for remitting taxes to the city.
Fred L. Shain, who operates Goodies Ice Cream, is being held responsible for unpaid sales taxes from June 2010 onward. This enforcement action ensures tax compliance and fair revenue collection.
City has determined the florist owes $41,189 in back sales taxes. The business and its owner are responsible for collecting and remitting the tax owed.
D&D Kwick Stop owners face a tax debt for uncollected or unremitted sales taxes. The city is collecting back taxes owed to the public.
City will hold voting for the Citizen Participation Program on October 23, 2012, letting residents elect representatives to community advisory boards citywide.
Alabama Wholesale Diamonds is applying for a permit to operate a precious metals buying business in Birmingham. Public input is being sought on this business license application.
A Transportation's non-emergency transportation operating license is being revoked, ending the company's right to provide service in Birmingham.
City employees will resume earning merit-based salary increases after a freeze that began in 2012. This affects compensation for hundreds of municipal workers across all departments.
City employees receive merit step increases for the first time since suspension, plus a 0.5% cost-of-living adjustment effective July 2012. Increases employee pay after period of wage freeze.
Mike's Crossroads at 100 3rd Avenue North faces a public hearing where the City Council will decide whether to revoke its business license. The outcome will determine whether the business can continue operating in Birmingham.
Voters will decide on several city ballot measures in October. Details of the specific propositions are incomplete in the available record.
Council approves the city's spending plan for the next fiscal year, setting priorities for public services and operations through June 2013.
This 3,767-square-foot alleyway becomes private property for the adjacent owners (Byrd, Sentell, and The Baby Foundation), removing public access and city maintenance responsibility in that area.
City advances planning for major highway corridor improvement funded by Alabama Department of Transportation. Project scope and timeline to be determined in design phase.
This vote sets spending limits and revenue priorities for all city services over the next 12 months, including police, fire, streets, and parks.
Council votes on how fuel tax revenue is allocated for city services and operations in the coming year. Fuel taxes typically fund street repairs, transit, and transportation projects that affect commute quality and road safety.
Sets spending limits for the legal defense fund that helps residents who cannot afford attorneys. Budget details determine how many cases the fund can support.
Federal block grant funds support neighborhood improvements and housing programs. Budget adoption determines how available CDBG money flows to community projects citywide.
Sets spending limits for neighborhood improvement grants citywide. Determines which projects and communities get funding over the next fiscal year.
City employees get merit step raises restored and a 0.50% cost-of-living adjustment. Affects compensation for municipal workforce going forward.
Mayor gains authority to negotiate and sign a state-funded road resurfacing agreement. Project details and affected streets not yet specified in this authorization item.
Sets spending priorities for road repairs and maintenance across the city for the next fiscal year. Determines which streets and highways get improved.
City approves spending plan for the Alabama Trust Fund, a state-managed investment account that generates revenue for the city. Budget allocation decisions affect available funding for public services.
This fund sets aside money to cover debt payments on bonds the city has already issued, ensuring the city can meet its long-term financial obligations.
Sets spending on storm water management and drainage infrastructure for the next fiscal year. Affects water quality, flood mitigation, and maintenance of city storm systems.