Parks & Culture

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.

Noise waiver approved for Medal of Honor Park event April 12

Patsy Alexander's event at Medal of Honor Park in District 6 gets permission to operate 8 a.m.–noon on April 12 without noise-code restrictions. Nearby residents should expect elevated sound levels during that window.

Noise waiver approved: Langan Park event April 13, 2–5 p.m.

Julissa Rodriguez's event at Langan Park in District 7 will be exempt from noise limits for three hours on April 13. Neighbors near the park should expect elevated noise during this window.

Noise waiver approved for Langan Park event, April 14

Susan McKinnell receives permission to hold a one-time event at Langan Park with relaxed noise rules on April 14, 7:00–8:30 p.m. Residents near the park may notice louder activity than usual during that window.

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.

Noise waiver granted: Arlington Park event May 15, 10am–1pm

Demetria Smith gets permission to hold an event at Arlington Park that would otherwise violate noise rules. Residents nearby may experience elevated noise during that 3-hour window.

Noise waiver approved for Langan Park event, April 12

Event organizer Kendra Hill gets permission to hold an activity at Langan Park on April 12 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. without noise restrictions. Neighbors in District 7 should expect louder activity during those hours.

Noise waiver granted for Mardi Gras Park event, October 18

Event at Mardi Gras Park will operate under relaxed noise limits on October 18 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Neighbors nearby should expect elevated sound levels during those hours.

Noise waiver granted for Cathedral Square Park event on Aug 23

Robert Soto can hold a daytime event at Cathedral Square Park without noise restrictions on August 23. The waiver allows the event to run 10 a.m.–4 p.m. in District 2.

Noise waiver approved for Tricentennial Park event, July 6

Angela Peters' event at Tricentennial Park can proceed with amplified sound 4–8 p.m. on July 6. Neighbors near the park should expect louder activity during that window.

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.