Parks & Culture

City funds Tuxedo Junction Park Association with $12K grant

City commits $12,000 from general funds to support Erskine Hawkins Tuxedo Junction Park Association's operations or programming.

Council approves $1,200 for Woodland Park neighborhood meeting signs

Funds four meeting signs for the Woodland Park Neighborhood Association to support community gatherings and civic engagement.

HBCU SpringComing special event approved for Linn Park, March 18

HBCU SpringComing LLC gets permission to hold a special event at Linn Park on March 18, 2023. This allows the event to proceed with proper city licensing and oversight.

Friends Foundation gets special liquor license for Central Library events

Allows alcohol service at Birmingham Central Library's public meeting spaces, enabling fundraising and social events. Can draw more visitors and revenue to the library facility.

Ensley Recreation Center gets $1,500 for new chairs

Neighborhood association funds buy furniture for the Ensley Recreation Center, improving the facility for residents who use it.

City vacates 0.8 acres of unopened right of way near Lakeshore Parkway

Clearing unused right-of-way can free land for development or public use. Public hearing set for March 21, 2023 to allow community input.

Graduate social workers can volunteer for city programs

City partners with Alabama A&M University to bring graduate-level social work students into local programs, expanding service capacity at no direct cost.

City renews overhead door repair contract with Southern Overhead Door

Keeps city buildings' overhead doors maintained and repaired as needed. Contract covers parts and labor on an as-needed basis.

Council amends park contract with Giffen Recreation for $117,645

City commits $117,645 to Giffen Recreation under amended recreation services contract. No-bid procurement; public should know who received the award and for what.

Moksha7, LLC applies for Class II Lounge Liquor License at Lakeshore location

Council will decide whether to grant Moksha7, LLC a license to serve liquor at a new lounge at 2806 Lakeshore Parkway. Public input shapes the outcome.

City hosts Magic City Classic Football Game with ASU and AAMU

The city will host the annual Magic City Classic football game between Alabama State University and Alabama A&M University, bringing regional sports tourism and community events to the city.

City authorizes incentive agreement with Birmingham Mitsubishi

City enters into quarterly payment arrangement with auto dealership. Agreement terms and payment amounts are incomplete in the public record.

INVOCATION: Daniel J. Sparks, MDiv, BCC, Staff Chaplain Birmingham Veterans Administration Health Care System

City enters funding agreement with Red Mountain Greenway

City commits funds to support Red Mountain Greenway operations and recreation. Exact funding amount and project details were not fully provided in the agenda item description.

City funds uniforms for MLK Recreation Center youth sports program

Children in the MLK Recreation Center sports program will receive uniforms, supporting youth athletic participation in the community.

Council nominates two members to Parks and Recreation Board

Two new members will help guide city parks, recreation programs, and facilities. Terms run through October 2023 and 2026.

Council appoints member to Birmingham Parking Authority

One parking board seat fills for a three-year term. The Parking Authority oversees meter policy, enforcement, and revenue affecting downtown commuters and neighborhoods.

City renews mower repair-parts contract with Rent One, LLC

Parks and grounds equipment will continue to get timely repairs at set unit prices. Renewing this vendor contract keeps maintenance costs predictable and equipment operating smoothly.

City renews mower parts contract with Advanced Mower

Keeps city equipment repair and maintenance operational at competitive rates. Covers parts for multiple mower groups across parks and grounds operations.

Library nonprofit gets special retail license for Oct 25 fundraiser

Friends of the Birmingham Public Library can sell drinks and food at Classic Cocktails on October 25 to raise funds for the library.