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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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May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #3 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Operating permit: First Key Freight Broker non-emergency medical vehicle

If approved, would grant First Key Freight Broker, LLC permission to operate non-emergency medical transport vehicles on Birmingham streets and routes, subject to city transportation regulations.

Counterparty: First Key Freight Broker, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 2496 Hampstead Drive, Birmingham, Alabama 35235
May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #36 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council to accept dedicated streets and public grounds in Redding Ridge Phase 1-

Would officially accept streets, alleys, and public grounds in the Redding Ridge Phase 1-A development. If approved, these newly dedicated public spaces would become part of the city's maintained street and park system.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #10 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Proposed law would adjust parking violation penalties and add late-payment fee

Would remove certain extra penalties for parking violations while adding a new administrative fee for tickets unpaid for more than 30 days. Could affect residents with outstanding parking citations.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #14 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council to consider 2026 Division G Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

If approved, would establish hazard mitigation strategies across Division G jurisdictions starting May 26, 2026. Affects flood, severe weather, and disaster preparedness planning for participating municipalities.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #15 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council to authorize fire truck price-fixing litigation

Would allow Birmingham to pursue potential claims against fire truck makers for alleged price-fixing and anticompetitive conduct. Any recovery would reduce costs the city paid for fire equipment; outside counsel would work on contingency (up to 33% of recovery) with no cost to th

Counterparty: fire truck manufacturers, trade associations and their executives, and any other affiliated entities Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 19, 2026 · Item number:Item #13 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council to authorize removal of inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Would authorize removal of an abandoned tan Cadillac Escalade from 1008 Lafayette St. If approved, removal costs would be assessed against the registered vehicle owner.

Counterparty: registered owner of vehicle (1GYFK66817R256166) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 1008 Lafayette St, 35214
May 19, 2026 · Item number:Item #9 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council to consider junk dealer permit for EZ Pull N Pay at 1849 Ruffner Road

If approved, would allow IQAP dba EZ Pull N Pay to operate a junk dealership at 1849 Ruffner Road. The permit requires sign-off from police, fire, health, and planning officials.

Counterparty: IQAP dba EZ Pull N Pay Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 1849 Ruffner Road, Birmingham, Alabama 35210
May 19, 2026 · Item number:Item #15 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council to remove inoperable vehicle from Lafayette Street as public nuisance

If approved, the city would remove an abandoned brown 4-door Buick from 1008 Lafayette Street and charge the vehicle's registered owner for removal costs. The vehicle is classified as a public nuisance.

Counterparty: registered owner of the vehicle Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution Location: 1008 LAFAYETTE ST 35214
May 19, 2026 · Item number:Item #16 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council to revise parking violation fines and add collection fees

Would increase fines for municipal parking violations and introduce an administrative fee for tickets sent to collection. Drivers cited for parking offenses would face higher penalties if approved.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Ordinance
May 19, 2026 · Item number:Item #17 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Proposed parking violation rule changes: remove some penalties, add late-fee col

Would reduce certain parking violation penalties but create a new administrative fee for tickets unpaid after 30 days. Changes how the city collects parking fines and could affect enforcement outcomes for residents with outstanding tickets.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
May 12, 2026 · Item number:Item #41 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $40.0M

City seeks $40M federal grant for port infrastructure upgrades

Birmingham is applying for federal funding to improve port facilities, which can boost freight and commercial activity. Grant approval expands local infrastructure capacity without using city tax dollars.

Counterparty: Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
May 12, 2026 · Item number:Item #10 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Sole-source: Allseating Corporation renovations under State of Alabama MA2200000

City enters sole-source Master Agreement with Allseating Corporation for facility renovations. Specific scope and budget details are incomplete in the agenda.

Counterparty: Allseating Corporation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 12, 2026 · Item number:Item #16 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Home Shield Siding for federal critical repair grants

Homeowners can access federally-funded help fixing critical safety problems like roofing, plumbing, and electrical systems. Program extends affordable repair assistance through a Community Development Block Grant partnership.

Counterparty: Home Shield Siding Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
May 12, 2026 · Item number:Item #18 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

State grant unlocks $19th St. to Bush Blvd. paving, sidewalks in Ensley

State grant funds will repair roads, sidewalks, curbs, and storm drainage on a key Ensley corridor. Improves pedestrian safety and street conditions for residents and businesses in the neighborhood.

Counterparty: ALDOT Funding source: State Grant Action type: Resolution Location: 19th St. Ensley Ave. to Bush Blvd.
May 12, 2026 · Item number:Item #40 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Norfolk Southern, Trussville on REDESIGN Alabama project

Birmingham, Trussville, and Norfolk Southern Railway are joining a REDESIGN Alabama program initiative. The partnership agreement details are incomplete in the public record, but residents should know who their city is working with and on what terms.

Counterparty: Norfolk Southern Railway Company, City of Trussville Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
May 12, 2026 · Item number:Item #42 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council recalls Ordinance 26-50 amending Kelvyn Felder Ordinance

Council is withdrawing an ordinance that would have changed the Kelvyn Felder Ordinance. The ordinance title is incomplete, so the specific impact on residents is unclear—but reversing a pending change suggests a policy shift worth monitoring.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #23 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $500K

City funds Birmingham Youth Sports League with $500K grant

City commits up to $500,000 in general funds to support youth sports programming through the Birmingham Youth Sports League, expanding recreational opportunities for young residents.

Counterparty: Birmingham Youth Sports League Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #57 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City accepts grant from Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham

A private grant will bring outside funding to the city. The specific amount and purpose are incomplete in the agenda.

Counterparty: Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham Funding source: Private Action type: Resolution
May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #24 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with CAWACO to plant and maintain trees in urban heat islands

Brings tree-planting and maintenance to neighborhoods most affected by extreme heat, improving air quality and lowering summer temperatures for residents. No dollar amount listed, but the agreement commits ongoing public investment to cooling and green space.

Counterparty: CAWACO Resource Conservation & Development Council, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes ARMS to expand medical services

Alabama Regional Medical Services will broaden health access across Birmingham. Details of service expansion and any public health impacts are not yet specified in this item.

Counterparty: Alabama Regional Medical Services (ARMS) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #27 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to sign YWCA housing and child care agreement

City partners with YWCA to provide community housing and child development services. Details on funding, scope, and timeline are incomplete in the posted agenda.

Counterparty: Young Women Christian Association of Birmingham (YWCA) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #28 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City funds Christian Service Mission for critical home repairs

Federal grant money supports emergency repairs for low-income homes in the community.

Counterparty: Christian Service Mission Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #21 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Be the Change Health & Wellness for Titusville food access

Titusville residents will gain new access to healthy food options through a partnership with Be the Change Health & Wellness. Details on funding and program scope were not fully disclosed in the agenda summary.

Counterparty: Be the Change Health & Wellness Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Titusville
May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #59 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Woodlawn United for critical repair grants

Federal block grant funding helps residents in Woodlawn access critical home repairs through a community nonprofit partner.

Counterparty: Woodlawn United, Inc. Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
May 5, 2026 · Item number:Item #58 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes agreement with Wildflower Alliance for parent support

City partners with Wildflower Alliance to provide community support services for parents, though specific programs and funding are not detailed in the item summary.

Counterparty: The Wildflower Alliance Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
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