City funds $2,000 for MLK Recreation Center summer camp
Kids in Birmingham get affordable summer programming at a community center; the city sets aside $2,000 from general funds to support camp operations.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilmember Maxine Parker
City funds "Get to Know Your Neighbor Day" in Penfield Park
Council approves public spending to support a community event designed to build neighborhood connections and civic engagement in Penfield Park.
Special Events License approved for Magic City Music Fest
Yar-Tay Co. gets permission to hold Magic City Music Fest on June 22, 2013 at Linn Park. Public had chance to weigh in on the event.
CONSENT ITEM 6. A Resolution determining that the Let's Move Birmingham Camps to be held June 3, 2013 through August 2, 2013 at McAlpine Park Recreation Center, Wiggins Park Recreation Park, East Pinson Valley Park Recreation Center, and the combined Nor
City supports 16th Annual Family Fishing Rodeo at East Lake Park
City commits general funds to the annual Family Fishing Rodeo, a free community event at East Lake Park on June 1 that builds neighborhood goodwill and encourages outdoor recreation for families.
City funds $2,250 for Roosevelt summer camp
Recreation programs keep kids engaged and active during the summer break. This funding supports youth in the Roosevelt neighborhood.
City allocates $1,500 for furnishings at Titusville library branch
Funding supports improvements at a public library branch serving residents in the Titusville area.
City funds Woodland Park Neighborhood Association office equipment, $2,224.77
Neighborhood association receives city funding for computers, printers, and supplies to support community organizing and engagement in Woodland Park.
City sets aside $675 for summer camp at Hooper Recreation Center
Funds youth recreation programming during school break. Small allocation supports community access to summer activities at a city facility.
CONSENT ITEM 68. A Resolution (1) finding that the activities associated with "Get to Know Your Neighbor Day" in the Harriman Park neighborhood on Saturday, September 28, 2013 from 11:00am to 4:00pm, constitutes a public purpose; (2) authorizing the Mayo
City pays South Park Baptist Church $1,000 for community meeting space
Supports Germania Park Neighborhood Association meetings with public funds. Small recurring expense for civic engagement venue.
Council approves $25K contract for Jazz in the Park series
City funds promotional and management services for the 2013 Jazz in the Park Series, a free summer cultural event across seven Birmingham neighborhoods.
City awards $25K to Magic City Smooth Jazz for 2013 Park series
Funds promotional and management services for Jazz in the Park across seven Birmingham neighborhoods, bringing summer entertainment to residents.
City funds Vulcan Park's Thunder on the Mountain fireworks: $250
General fund allocates $250 to support the 2013 "Thunder on the Mountain" fireworks event at Vulcan Park, a summer tradition offering free public entertainment.
Council approves $25K contract for Jazz in the Park marketing
City funds promotional services for 2013 Jazz in the Park series across seven Birmingham neighborhoods. Entertainment programming supports community gathering spaces.
CONSENT ITEM 18. A Resolution determining that the Diabetes Walk that is being held June 1, 2013 at Patton Park serves a public purpose that promotes goodwill and serves a public interest (Submitted and Recommended by Councilor Maxine Herring Parker)
City backs parking incentive plan with Birmingham Parking Authority
City commits to supporting the Parking Authority's parking incentive program, likely affecting downtown or commercial district parking availability and pricing for residents and visitors.
City revokes junk dealer permit for Matthews Foreign Car Parts
Matthews Foreign Car Parts at 1221 2nd Avenue North loses its license to operate after failing to file required surety bond. The business must cease junk dealer operations.