Council approves refunding bonds for Series 2018-A debt
City refinances existing bonds to manage debt payments. First reading only; final vote required at later meeting.
Topic
Legal & Settlements
Agenda items
Legal & Settlements items
City creates Birmingham Youth Leadership Council
Gives young residents an official voice in city decisions through a new advisory council. Creates a structured pathway for youth to influence policy and community planning.
City settles motor vehicle liability claim
A settlement resolving a lawsuit over a vehicle-related incident. Details on the claim and settlement amount are not publicly available in this agenda item.
City issues General Obligation Warrants Series 2018-B bonds
City is borrowing money via bonds to fund capital projects or operations. Bond terms, repayment obligations, and interest rates affect future tax revenue available for services.
Settlement: City Attorney authorized to resolve McCain v. Hardrick case
City settles lawsuit filed in circuit court. Settlement amount not disclosed in agenda item.
Amnesty program forgives old traffic and parking tickets (2018)
Residents with unpaid minor traffic, parking, and non-moving violation tickets from mid-2018 can now clear their record without paying the full fine. Program applies to citations issued between July 17 and September 17, 2018.
Court-ordered judgment received by City Attorney
City accepts a court ruling that may affect budget, liability, or future operations. Details of the judgment are not provided in the agenda text.
P ITEM 26. An Ordinance to amend Title 2, "General Government", Chapter 3, "Municipal Organization", Section 1, "City departments and offices", to change the name of the "Law Department" to "Office of City Attorney." [First Reading] (Submitted by the C
P ITEM 26. An Ordinance to amend Title 2, "General Government", Chapter 3, "Municipal Organization", Section 1, "City departments and offices", to change the name of the "Law Department" to "Office of City Attorney." [First Reading] (Submitted by the C
Settlement: City resolves Kevin Sellers lawsuit (Circuit Court CV-2016-902545)
City Attorney recommends settling a long-running case filed in 2016. Settlement terms are not disclosed in the agenda item.
Library Board membership rules amended
Changes to how Library Board members are selected and serve. This affects governance of the public library system.
Library Board membership rules amended
Changes to how Library Board members are selected and serve. This affects governance of the public library system.
City settles Rainey v. Arrington lawsuit (01-CV-2016-90)
The City resolves a civil lawsuit brought by Alonza Rainey against the City and Lorenza Arrington. Settlement terms are not disclosed in the consent agenda summary.
CONSENT(ph) ITEM 30. the hearing of all interested parties:
Council extends 1-cent sales tax indefinitely
Birmingham residents continue paying an extra penny per dollar in sales tax. The tax was set to expire December 31, 2018, but this vote makes it permanent unless the Council repeals it later.
City expands where alcohol can be served at licensed venues
Amendments to alcohol licensing rules may open new locations for on-premises service, potentially affecting local businesses and neighborhood character. Details on which establishment types are newly eligible are not yet public.
Settlement: City authorizes payout in Patricia Marshall lawsuit
City resolves civil lawsuit filed in 2016. Dollar amount not disclosed in agenda summary.
City settles claim by Alonza M. Byrd (C17-025)
The city is resolving a legal claim filed by resident Alonza M. Byrd under the city's liability claims process.
Settlement: City authorizes Christina Smith lawsuit resolution
City Council will decide whether to settle a 2016 lawsuit brought by Christina Smith. The terms and dollar amount are not disclosed in the consent agenda item.
Ambulance licensing and fees amended
Changes to ambulance service rules and rates may affect emergency response availability or costs for residents needing EMS transport.