Parks & Culture

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilmember Maxine Herring Parker

Council backs 20% local funding match for US 11 East Corridor Plan

City commits to matching federal/state funding for transportation improvements on US 11 East, clearing the way for a corridor upgrade project. Commuters and residents in the area could see safer roads and better traffic flow once the project moves forward.

ADDENDUM ITEM 28. A Resolution determining that the Farewell Reception acknowledging the service of Council President Roderick V. Royal to be held October 17, 2013 at the Phoenix Arts Building and the events surrounding the Birmingham City Council Trainin

Off-premises beer and wine license transfer approved for Winewood Shell

KIPS Investments LLC gains permission to serve beer and wine at 3901 Pinson Valley Parkway. License transfers require council approval and public input before takeeffect.

City pays $300 to New Community Baptist Church for Oak Ridge Park meetings

Oak Ridge Park Neighborhood Association will have a meeting space at the church. The city funds community gathering space to support neighborhood engagement.

City revokes limousine license for Avia Luxor

Avia Luxor Limousines loses its license to operate a limousine service in Birmingham. Customers using this company may need to find alternative transportation providers.

Council awards $16,617 brick cleaning contract to Harry Construction

Fountain Heights Recreation Center gets exterior maintenance work. Project funded from general operations budget.

City hires White, Arnold and Dowd for environmental work in North Birmingham, $1

Residents in North Birmingham, Collegeville, Harriman Park, and Fairmont will get legal support on environmental issues. City chose the firm without competitive bidding.

City issues $62.5M housing bonds for multifamily development

Public Finance Authority will issue bonds to fund new multifamily housing construction, with approximately $4 million allocated for the GMF-Florala Pool project. Bond financing affects future city debt obligations and tax revenues.

City funds Collegeville Central Park Neighborhood Association office supplies ($

City commits $650 in general funds to support the neighborhood association's operations, enabling community organizing in Collegeville.

Central Park Neighborhood Association gets $600 for projector

City sets aside $600 from general funds to buy a projector for the Central Park Neighborhood Association to support community programming and meetings.

City funds $150 projector for Central Park Neighborhood Association

Public funds support Central Park Neighborhood Association's meeting and community programming equipment.

City funds $1,500 computer and printer for Central Park Neighborhood Association

Public funds support neighborhood organization's operations and community engagement capacity.

City issues $62.5M housing bonds for multifamily development

Public Finance Authority will issue bonds to fund new multifamily housing construction, with approximately $4 million allocated for the GMF-Florala Pool project. Bond financing affects future city debt obligations and tax revenues.

Council appoints White, Arnold and Dowd for environmental services in North Birm

Firm hired to advise residents in North Birmingham, Collegeville, Harriman Park, and Fairmont on environmental issues. Dollar amount and contract terms incomplete in source document.

Council appoints 3 members to Parks and Recreation Board

Board members oversee city parks, recreation programs, and facilities that serve residents across Birmingham. These appointments shape decisions on maintenance, programming, and public space access.

CONSENT ITEM 57. A Resolution determining that the Party with a Purpose Event to be held October 5, 2013 at Ensley Park and Recreation Center from 11:00 a.m until 3:00 p.m., serves a public purpose that promotes goodwill and serves a public interest, and

City commits 20% local funding match for North Birmingham Communities Plan

Council signals support for investing in North Birmingham neighborhood improvements; match requirement unlocks additional state/federal grant money for the district.

City appoints White, Arnold and Dowd for environmental legal work in North Birmi

Four North Birmingham communities—Collegeville, Harriman Park, Fairmont, and North Birmingham—will have dedicated legal counsel for environmental issues. This appointment ensures residents have representation for pollution, contamination, or other environmental health concerns.

City awards $33,433 electrical contract to GT Electric for recreation center

New electrical equipment upgrades the Fountain Heights Recreation Center, improving facility reliability for neighborhood residents and programs.