Parks & Culture

Council to confirm 10 appointments to Birmingham Museum of Art Board

Council will appoint five regular members (through 2032) and five annual members (through 2027) to guide the Museum of Art's operations and strategic direction.

Council to appoint Parks and Recreation Board member through 2026

The appointee will serve on the board overseeing Birmingham's parks and recreation programs through October 2026, influencing decisions on facilities, programming, and community access to parks.

Council to appoint member to Public Library Board through 2030

Would fill a vacant seat on the Library Board, which oversees the city's public library system. The appointee would serve until December 30, 2030.

City authorizes library services agreement with BPLB

City council approves a deal with the Birmingham Public Library Board to coordinate library services across Wylam, Pratt, North Birmingham, and East Ensley branches.

Council appoints two members to Public Library Board

Two new trustees will help guide library services, policies, and budgets through 2030.

Council amends Birmingham Folk Festival agreement

Changes to the city's partnership with Birmingham Folk Festival for event planning, funding, or operations. Full details of the amendment are not public in this summary.

Special Events License approved for Birmingham Folk Festival

Birmingham Folk Festival gains approval to use Avondale Park and Amphitheater on May 16, 2026. Event will draw community members for music and cultural programming at the public venue.

City approves Folk Festival agreement for May 2026 event

Birmingham Folk Festival will host its annual event on May 16, 2026. The city's partnership agreement enables the festival to proceed.

Council approves library service agreement with BPLB

City and the Birmingham Public Library Board coordinate services across Central, East Lake, and North Avondale branches to improve library access for residents.

Mayor authorized to sign repairs funding deal with PACE Board

City will fund repairs at Regions Field through the PACE Board. Details on the repair scope and cost are incomplete in the agenda item.

Council approves $21,645 bleacher repair at Highland Park Tennis Center

City commits $21,645 to fix aging bleachers at Highland Park Tennis Center on Highland Avenue, making the facility safer and more usable for residents.

Council appoints 16 members to Sloss Furnaces board

Board oversees operations and policies at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Site, a major cultural and tourist destination. Appointees shape programming, preservation, and public access.

Restaurant liquor license approved for Courtyard Residence Inn

Marriott hotel at Grandview Parkway gains approval to serve alcohol in its restaurant, enabling on-site dining and bar service for guests and visitors.

CONSENT ITEM 51. A Resolution, pursuant to §11-40-1 and §11-40-22, Code of Alabama, 1975, approving and authorizing the Mayor to cause awards to be presented to individual employees of the Birmingham Public Library in recognition of exemplary performanc

ITEM 23. A Resolution to amend Resolution No. 1958-25, adopted by the Council November 4, 2025, by adding the Arts & Parks Committee. (Submitted and Recommended by Council President Wardine Alexander)

Emergency plumbing parts purchase approved

City can buy emergency plumbing supplies outside normal competitive bidding rules to fix after-hours water or sanitation issues faster.

EZ Package Store liquor license application hearing

City will hold a public hearing on EZ Package Store's application to operate a lounge retail liquor license at 9121 Parkway East. Residents can voice support or objections.

Little Donkey Taqueria gets license for Kulture City Race Nov. 22

Food vendor approved for special events retail license at the Kulture City Race in Powell Avenue parking lot. This allows the vendor to serve food at the November 22 event.

Easy Stop liquor license application: off-premise beer and wine

LKS Enterprises is seeking a beer and wine license for the convenience store at 9917 Parkway East. This decision determines whether alcohol sales will be permitted at that location.

Liquor license: The Green Bean applies for lounge retail permit

The Green Bean, LLC seeks approval to operate a Class I lounge retail liquor license at 3108 Park Avenue SW. The decision affects what beverages can be served at that location.