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July 28, 2026 · Item number:Item #21 Total cost: $27K

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.

July 14, 2026 · Item number:Item #39 Total cost: $10

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
July 14, 2026 · Item number:Item #33 Total cost: $1.2M

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.

July 14, 2026 · Item number:Item #44 Total cost: $14K

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.

June 23, 2026 · Item number:Item #14 Total cost: $25K

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.

June 9, 2026 · Item number:Item #32 Total cost: $20K

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.

June 2, 2026 · Item number:Item #20 Total cost: $12K

City to settle Leroy Torrence claim for $12,000

If approved, the city would pay $12,000 from the general fund to settle a claim filed by Leroy Torrence. The settlement would resolve the matter without further litigation.

May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #16 Total cost: undisclosed

Council to authorize litigation against telecom firms over lead-cable contaminat

Would authorize the City to pursue civil claims and class-action lawsuits against telecommunication companies for lead exposure from lead-sheathed cables. If successful, recovery would offset legal costs on a contingency basis, potentially securing damages for affected residents.

May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #19 Total cost: $12K

Settlement vote: $12,500 payout in Russell v. Barbour case

Council would authorize up to $12,500 in general funds to settle the civil claim Christopher Shane Russell v. Shunta Barbour et al (Case CV-2025-900507). Funds come from the city's general ledger.

May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #20 Total cost: $12K

City to settle Elijah Kelley claim for up to $12,000

If approved, the city would pay up to $12,000 from the general fund to settle a claim filed by Elijah Kelley. Funds would come from the designated General Ledger account.

May 26, 2026 · Item number:Item #18 Total cost: $21K

Proposed $21K settlement in Perkins v. City lawsuit

If approved, the city would pay $21,000 from the general fund to settle a civil lawsuit (Charles D. Perkins v. City of Birmingham). This resolves pending litigation in Jefferson County Circuit Court.

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