Parks & Culture

CONSENT ITEM 42. A Resolution (1) finding that the activities associated with the 18th annual Birmingham Park and Recreation "Family Fishing Rodeo" to be held on Saturday, June 6, 2015 at East Lake Park, is authorized pursuant to Section 11-47-19, Code of

Council awards $46,725 flooring contract to Carpet Specialties

Highlands Park Golf and Tennis facility gets new flooring through competitive bidding. Carpet Specialties won with the lowest qualifying proposal.

CONSENT ITEM 43. A Resolution (1) finding that the activities associated with the 18th annual Birmingham Park and Recreation "Family Fishing Rodeo" to be held on Saturday, June 6, 2015 at East Lake Park, is authorized pursuant to Section 11-47-19, Code of

Public hearing set: Vacation of Hatcher Place (0.048 acres)

City Council will decide whether to close and vacate a small segment of Hatcher Place between 11th Avenue South and Caldwell Park. Vacation could affect property access and neighborhood circulation in this area.

Mayor authorized to finalize PACE construction agreement

City moves forward on a multi-party agreement involving PACE, a construction joint venture, and Robins & Morton/A.G. Gaston Construction for a public facilities project. Details on project scope, location, and budget are not yet public.

City uses eminent domain to acquire land for Liberty Highlands park

The city will seize private property at 5139 Civic Circle to build a public park, potentially affecting the current owner. Liberty Highlands residents gain new recreational space.

Mayor authorized to sign PACE construction agreement with B&G-CRD JV

City enters multi-party agreement for athletic and cultural facilities construction with PACE, B&G-CRD Joint Venture, and Robins & Morton/A.G. Gaston Construction.

Museum feasibility study: City contracts Davis Architects

City funds a study to explore expansion or renovation of the Birmingham Museum of Art, shaping what public cultural space looks like in coming years.

Council approves Easter Egg Hunt at Harrison Park

Free community Easter event at Harrison Park on April 2. City funds support family-friendly recreation in public spaces.

City spends $1,000 on trash receptacles for East Lake Park

Park gets new bins and liners for improved cleanliness and public use.

Council awards $46,736 to Hoar Construction for electrical vault

City spending $46,736 on underground electrical infrastructure for LIV Parkside Development. This is a non-bid contract, meaning no competitive bidding process was used.

Alabama Power gets easement to install electrical lines at Maclin Park

Alabama Power will gain legal right to access and work within Maclin Park to reroute overhead electrical facilities. The easement may affect park use during construction and potentially limit future park development on the affected area.

File Management, LLC hired to run small-business training in Eastwood and Roebuc

Council is hiring a consultant to deliver entrepreneurship programs for small-business owners in two neighborhoods. Program details and contract value are not disclosed in the item.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilor William Parker

City increases funding to PACE for athletic and cultural facilities

The City is boosting support for Birmingham's public athletic, cultural, and entertainment facilities through an amended funding agreement with PACE.

City increases funding to PACE for athletic and cultural facilities

The City is boosting support for Birmingham's public athletic, cultural, and entertainment facilities through an amended funding agreement with PACE.

AA Food Marts gets beer and wine license at 11th Ave Chevron

UAB Chevron at 1413 11th Avenue South now authorized to sell beer and wine. Liquor license transfers require city approval before operation begins.

City pays Housing Authority $7,000 for Birmingham Bowl parking at Elyton Village

The city is using Elyton Village, a public housing community, as overflow parking for the Birmingham Bowl event. This $7,000 payment to the Housing Authority compensates residents for temporary loss of parking access during the event.

Council awards $13,540 carpet contract to Carpet Specialties

Temporary carpet installation at the Birmingham Museum of Art Jemison Gallery. Competitive bid awarded to lowest-cost vendor.

Liquor license approved for Paradise on Parkway lounge

Reginald E. Towns and Norman B. Williams receive approval to operate a Lounge Retail Class I liquor license at 9500 Parkway East, enabling alcohol service at the establishment.