Council to authorize $50M school building bond
If approved, would authorize $50 million in general obligation bonds to fund public school building projects. Bonds must be repaid by taxpayers over time.
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Council to approve $10M industrial revenue bonds for Culton Holdings warehouse
If approved, would authorize up to $10 million in city-backed bonds to finance Culton Holdings' manufacturing and warehousing facility at 1811 Woodlands Industrial Drive. The project could bring industrial investment and jobs to Birmingham.
Council to consider rescinding Music Center property purchase deal
If approved, would cancel the city's $168,000 purchase of a vacant 7,000 sq. ft. lot at 1312 1st Avenue North from Music Center, LLC. The property would remain with the seller rather than becoming city-owned land.
Land area:
0.16 acres
Council to authorize $2M in city spending for 85th Magic City Classic
If approved, the city would spend up to $2 million on goods and services to support the October 2026 Magic City Classic at Legion Field, a major annual event expected to bring tourism and economic activity to Birmingham.
Council to consent to $10M bond issuance for Culton Holdings manufacturing facil
If approved, the city would authorize industrial revenue bonds of up to $10 million to help Culton Holdings finance a new manufacturing and warehousing facility at 1811 Woodlands Industrial Drive. The project could bring jobs and investment to the area.
City to settle Hall v. Hall lawsuit for up to $45,000
If approved, the city would pay $45,000 from the general fund to resolve a civil claim brought by Jasmine Hall. The settlement would close the case without further litigation.
Council to settle workers' comp claim: $16,767 DPW employee injury payout
Would release $16,767 from city funds to settle a workers' compensation claim brought by a Department of Public Works employee for an alleged on-the-job injury. If approved, the city would resolve the claim without further litigation.
Workers' compensation settlement: $27K payout for DPW injury claim
Council would authorize a $27,000 settlement for a Department of Public Works employee's on-the-job injury claim involving shoulder and body trauma. If approved, funds from the general fund would be released to resolve the dispute.
City to accept $10 land donation for Shades Creek Greenway
If approved, the city would receive a parcel at 4222 Shiloh Drive from Vulcan Trail Foundation for the Shades Creek Greenway Project. The donation expands greenway infrastructure at minimal cost to taxpayers.
Land area:
1 parcel
Council to extend violence intervention program through June 2027
If approved, would fund Jefferson County's hospital-linked violence intervention program through June 2027. The program provides case management, employment, housing, food, and transportation support to clients — a community health investment of up to $1.15M.
Council to settle Allen v. City lawsuit for $14,000
If approved, the city would pay $14,000 from the general fund to resolve a civil claim. The settlement would close out the case without further litigation costs or court proceedings.
City to settle State Auto claim for up to $25,000
If approved, the city would pay up to $25,000 from the general fund to settle a claim filed by Wilber & Associates on behalf of State Auto Company and UAB. The funds come from existing city accounts.
Settlement: City to pay Southern Natural Gas $100K for claim
If approved, the city would pay Southern Natural Gas Company $100,000 from the general fund to settle a claim. The payout would reduce available general fund resources.
Council to accept $201,826 settlement for A.G. Gaston Park fire damage
If approved, the city would receive $201,826.25 from insurers to cover fire damage to the A.G. Gaston Park Concessions building. The settlement would recover full costs for the March 2026 incident.
Council to authorize up to $10K per recreation/sports/tourism event (FY 2026–27)
Would allow the city to spend up to $10,000 in public funds and in-kind services to support local recreation, sports, entertainment, and tourism activities for the next fiscal year. If approved, events would receive city funding on a rolling basis through June 30, 2027.
Council to fund Keep Birmingham Beautiful beautification events across all 9 dis
Would authorize up to $10,000 per event to support Keep Birmingham Beautiful beautification activities across all districts July 2026–June 2027. Residents would benefit from funded cleanup and community improvement projects in their neighborhoods.
Council to authorize up to $10K in public funds for Nov–Dec holiday events
If approved, the city would spend up to $10,000 in public funds to support holiday season events and activities from November 1–December 31, 2026. Would allow in-kind city services and direct spending on seasonal programming.
Council to vote on remote meeting attendance for City Council sessions
Would allow City Council members to attend and participate in official meetings electronically, potentially increasing accessibility and flexibility for council operations.
Settlement: City to pay $100K in Williams v. Birmingham case
If approved, the city would pay $100,000 to settle a civil claim brought by Carlton Tyler Williams against the city. The settlement would use general funds.
Settlement authorization: $20K payout for Sloan claim
If approved, the city would pay $20,000 from the general fund to settle Fransesta Sloan's affidavit of claim. Funds come from city reserves and require no additional appropriation.