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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 2101 items in last 87 months
Total dollars $310.9M where disclosed
Notice: Hatched months are still being indexed (31.8% 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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October 4, 2022 · Item number:Item #52 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $1.0M

City applies for $1M federal grant to reconnect communities

If approved, the city could receive $1 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation to fund infrastructure projects that reconnect neighborhoods disrupted by past highway or development decisions.

Counterparty: United States Department of Transportation Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
October 4, 2022 · Item number:Item #28 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $5K

Sales tax assessment: $4,665 against Midtown Music Group

City assesses back taxes and interest against the music venue operator for unpaid July sales tax. Affects business owner's tax liability.

Counterparty: Midtown Music Group, LLC and Marvin Spencer Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 4, 2022 · Item number:Item #25 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Tyler Technologies: 3-year maintenance contract for New World ERP

City commits to ongoing software support for its financial system. Dollar amount not yet disclosed in agenda materials.

Counterparty: Tyler Technologies, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 4, 2022 · Item number:Item #21 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes security services agreement with Johnson Controls

City commits to a services contract with Johnson Controls for installation and electronic monitoring/access systems. Exact cost and scope are not disclosed in this summary.

Counterparty: Johnson Controls Security Solutions, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 4, 2022 · Item number:Item #49 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes agreement with Birmingham Public Library for assistance services

The city is formalizing a partnership with Birmingham Public Library to provide unspecified assistance services. Details on scope, funding, and community benefit are not yet public.

Counterparty: Birmingham Public Library Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
October 4, 2022 · Item number:Item #47 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City moves to allow medical cannabis dispensaries

Birmingham could become one of the first Alabama cities to permit legal medical cannabis retail. If approved, patients with qualifying conditions will gain local access to state-licensed dispensaries.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Ordinance
October 4, 2022 · Item number:Item #27 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City accepts USGS water resources research partnership

USGS scientists will help the city monitor and manage water quality and availability. This no-cost partnership brings federal expertise to local water planning.

Counterparty: U.S. Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior (USGS) Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
October 4, 2022 · Item number:Item #24 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to hire The Sign Shop for neighborhood traffic signs

City will commission new traffic-calming signs in six neighborhoods to improve pedestrian safety and traffic management.

Counterparty: The Sign Shop, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 27, 2022 · Item number:Item #31 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City hires Jackson Initiative to manage event organization and promotion

City will partner with Jackson Initiative for event planning and management services. No dollar amount disclosed in agenda materials.

Counterparty: The Jackson Initiative, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 27, 2022 · Item number:Item #57 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City hires IMC Financial Consulting for joint project with school board

The city and Birmingham Board of Education are bringing in an outside consultant to provide financial expertise. This is a sole-source contract with no competitive bidding process.

Counterparty: IMC Financial Consulting, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 27, 2022 · Item number:Item #33 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes agreement with American Entertainment Group for event services

The city is partnering with a private entertainment company to organize and manage events. Without knowing the dollar amount, scope, or which city services this covers, the public impact remains unclear.

Counterparty: American Entertainment Group, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 27, 2022 · Item number:Item #50 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves expense accounts for officials

Elected and appointed officials' expense reimbursement policy approved. Sets rules for how public funds cover their work-related costs.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
September 27, 2022 · Item number:Item #35 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves services agreement with HWB Community Development Corporation

City commits funds to HWB for services to low-income residents; specific programs and budget details not provided in this agenda item.

Counterparty: HWB Community Development Corporation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 27, 2022 · Item number:Item #34 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves MOU with Cooper Green Mercy Health Services Authority

City formalizes partnership with UAB Health System affiliate Cooper Green. Details of the agreement (funding, services, duration) are not disclosed in the title.

Counterparty: The Cooper Green Mercy Health Services Authority, an Affiliate of UAB Health System Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 27, 2022 · Item number:Item #53 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Approve expense account for elected and appointed officials

Sets allowable expenses for city leaders' travel, meals, and professional development from public funds. Determines what officials can charge to taxpayers.

Funding source: General Fund Action type: Resolution
September 20, 2022 · Item number:Item #51 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes Jazz Hall of Fame management agreement

City will partner with Jazz Hall of Fame of Alabama to manage and operate a cultural venue. Agreement details operations, supervision, and programming decisions affecting public access and city resources.

Counterparty: Jazz Hall of Fame of Alabama, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 20, 2022 · Item number:Item #21 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves art education agreement with Space One Eleven

Space One Eleven will provide art history, technique, and conceptual workshops to residents. Details on program scope, duration, and cost not available in agenda.

Counterparty: Space One Eleven, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 20, 2022 · Item number:Item #10 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Birmingham Police extends Watch Systems law enforcement agreement through Octobe

Police Department renews technology or services contract with Watch Systems for two months. No dollar amount specified in item, limiting transparency on public safety spending.

Counterparty: Watch Systems, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 20, 2022 · Item number:Item #44 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City sells 67.4 acres to R.L.R. Investments

The city is disposing of a large parcel of public land to a private developer. The terms of the sale and planned development use will shape the neighborhood's future.

Counterparty: R. L. R. Investments, LLC Funding source: Private Action type: Ordinance
September 20, 2022 · Item number:Item #18 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to partner with Rebirth Community Cooperation in District 1

City enters agreement with Rebirth Community Cooperation to organize and manage community initiatives in District 1. Specific scope incomplete in agenda text.

Counterparty: Rebirth Community Cooperation Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: District 1
September 20, 2022 · Item number:Item #14 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Flix for Movies in Avondale Park series

Free outdoor film screenings will bring entertainment and foot traffic to Avondale Park as part of neighborhood revitalization efforts.

Counterparty: Flix, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Avondale Park
September 20, 2022 · Item number:Item #45 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City-County Agreement: Mayor authorized to sign 3-year deal with Jefferson Count

This agreement between Birmingham and Jefferson County will shape how the city and county coordinate services or resources over the next three years. The specific terms—which services, funding, or operations are involved—are not detailed in the agenda description.

Counterparty: Jefferson County, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
September 20, 2022 · Item number:Item #43 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City sells 28.57 acres at 750 Tom Martin Dr to CPSALI, LLC

City will transfer publicly-owned land to a private developer, ending municipal control of the 28.57-acre parcel at 750 Tom Martin Dr. Outcome will determine future use of the site and any revenue the city receives.

Counterparty: CPSALI, LLC Funding source: Private Action type: Ordinance Location: 750 Tom Martin Dr
September 20, 2022 · Item number:Item #46 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to spend funds for BPD 10-week community program

Police Department will host a community engagement initiative for 10 weeks. Program details and budget not yet disclosed.

Counterparty: Birmingham Police Department Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
September 20, 2022 · Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Space One Eleven for art education programs

Space One Eleven will deliver art history, technique, and conceptual workshops for residents. The agreement expands public access to structured art education.

Counterparty: Space One Eleven, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
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