Topic
Legal & Settlements
Agenda items
Legal & Settlements items
Council procedures law updated for clarity on motions and contracts
Changes how the City Council conducts meetings and handles official decisions. Affects how residents can follow council action and when motions/contracts take effect.
City Council amends rules for ordinances and contracts
This change affects how City Council handles ordinances, resolutions, and contracts going forward. Better guidance helps ensure consistent and transparent governance.
Council rules clarify process for ordinances, resolutions, and contracts
Tightens internal rules for how City Council passes laws, votes, and signs agreements—ensuring clarity and consistency in official business.
Council incorporates Birmingham-Jefferson County Port Authority
Creates a new public entity to manage regional port operations and economic development. The Authority will be governed by elected directors and oversee facilities affecting regional commerce and job growth.
Council incorporates Birmingham-Jefferson County Port Authority
Creates a new public entity to manage regional port operations and economic development. The Authority will be governed by elected directors and oversee facilities affecting regional commerce and job growth.
Council confirms 2016-2017 President and Pro Tempore
Leadership positions shape how City Council conducts business and sets agendas. These officers determine committee assignments, meeting procedures, and which members speak on behalf of the full Council.
Design appeals now heard by Construction Board
Changes who decides design standard appeals in Birmingham. Property owners and developers will go to the Construction Board of Appeals and Adjustment instead of the previous process.
P ITEM 13. An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 15-164, adopting the Technical Code of the City of Birmingham, 2015, to correct clerical errors. [First Reading] (Recommended by the Director of Community Development
2015 Technical Code amended (first reading)
City updates building and safety standards. Details of changes unavailable; check full ordinance text for impact on construction permits, inspections, or property requirements.
City adopts 2015 Technical Code for buildings and safety standards
New building codes set standards for construction, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety citywide. Affects permits, inspections, and development costs for residents and builders.
ADDENDUM ITEM 81. A Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 1670-15, adopted by the Council October 20, 2015, which set a public hearing to consider the adoption of the 2015 Technical Code of the City of Birmingham. (R
City approves $2M excess workers' comp insurance with Midwest Employers
City commits $2M annually to insure against large workers' compensation claims. Protects city finances if employee injury costs spike above the $1M self-insured threshold.
Council appoints two members to Medical Clinic Board
Two board seats for the city-funded Medical Clinic bring new voices to health care governance. Terms expire in 2018 and 2020.
Ambulance licensing rules updated
Changes to permit requirements for ambulance services may affect response times and emergency care standards in Birmingham.
Council appoints two members to Medical Clinic Board
Two new board members will oversee city-affiliated medical clinic operations and governance. Terms run through June 2018 and June 2020.
City updates investment policy rules
Changes how the city invests and manages public funds. Details of the specific amendments are not fully public yet, but this sets the framework for taxpayer money in city accounts.
Trust fund investment rules updated for Section 4
Changes how the city manages its trust fund investments. First reading only; final vote pending.
Tax Tribunal rules adopted for city tax appeals
New rules govern how residents and businesses can challenge city tax assessments. Establishes formal dispute resolution procedures under state law.
City pays South Hall Self Storage $480 to store Christmas lights
Annual storage arrangement keeps East Avondale's holiday decorations and event equipment safe and ready for seasonal use.