Parks & Culture

Council appoints 7 members to Art Museum Board

Fills leadership roles on the city's Art Museum Board with staggered terms through 2030, shaping cultural institution governance.

City spends $1,000 on supplies for East Ensley Library

The city is providing supplies and equipment to improve the East Ensley Library's collection and services for residents in that neighborhood.

City awards $48.5K roof repair contract to Advanced Roofing Solutions

Hawkins Recreation Center gets roof and wall repairs completed. Project addresses maintenance at public facility serving residents.

Spend $1,000 on bilingual yard signs for Woodland Park

City allocates funds to print and distribute two-sided signs in English and Spanish to promote neighborhood meetings in Woodland Park.

Tre Luna Catering gets license for Sept 13 Arts Block Party

Tre Luna Catering gets permission to sell food and drinks at the 2024 Arts Block Party in the parking lot at 1200 10th Avenue South on September 13.

City approves cultural-access agreement with Red Mountain Theatre Company

Red Mountain Theatre will open its facilities to the public for cultural events. Expands access to performance and arts programming in the community.

Sarah, LLC granted Special Retail Liquor License 160

New off-premises liquor sales location opens at 1301 Center Point Parkway. License allows wine, beer, and spirits sales to retail customers.

(ph) ITEM 3. WITHDRAWN PER APPLICANT A Resolution relative to the application of The Green Bean LLC for a Special Retail Liquor License 160 to be used at The Green Bean, 3108 Park Avenue S.W., Birmingham 35221, and the hearing of all interested parties. (

Special retail liquor license sought for The Green Bean, 3108 Park Ave S.W.

The Green Bean LLC is seeking a retail liquor license for a business location on Park Avenue. The council will hold a public hearing to consider the application and hear from interested neighbors or community members.

Restaurant retail liquor license approved: Spice of Life Jamaica

Spice of Life Jamaica Restaurant and Bar at 1909 Park Place is licensed to serve beer, wine, and spirits. Liquor licenses enable on-premises alcohol sales and are subject to local compliance rules.

Mayor authorized to fund PACE Board's office expansion project

City will commit funds to help the PACE Board expand its office space, likely supporting improved operations for public athletic and cultural programs.

CONSENT ITEM 26. A Resolution determining that recreation, sports, entertainment, and tourism activities and events held July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, serves a public purpose that promotes goodwill and serves a public interest, and is authorized by

Special Events Retail License approved for Steel City Smooth Jazz Festival

Empowerment Incorporation gets approval to sell food, beverages, or merchandise at the Steel City Smooth Jazz Festival (June 14–16) at Linn Park, bringing retail options to the popular three-day event.

City, BJCC sign Parking Deck 3 redevelopment agreement for Carraway site

City gains control of parking infrastructure at the former Carraway Hospital and commits to redevelopment work with the civic center authority. Details of the deal—including cost, timeline, and planned use—will shape the future of this downtown site.

Special Events Retail License approved for Pride Fest 2024

Yarbrough Companies granted permission to sell alcohol and merchandise at Pride Fest on June 9, 2024 at Linn Park.

City contracts with Denise Koch Events for health, wellness and cultural program

Denise Koch Events will organize health, wellness, cultural, and small-business events and presentations for Birmingham residents. The contract was awarded on a sole-source basis, meaning only one vendor was solicited.

City spends $700 with Birmingham Public Library Board

Council approves spending from the general fund to support library operations and services.

Taqueria Tafoya gets beer and wine license

Taqueria Tafoya Restaurant at 3947 Pinson Valley Parkway can now serve beer and wine to customers with this retail license approval.

City funds $2,000 library grant from general fund

The city commits $2,000 to the Birmingham Public Library Board to support library operations and services for residents.

Condemnation repair permit issued for 9147 Parkway East

Property owner TC Investment Group can now repair and restore the condemned building at 9147 Parkway East, moving it back into use.