City spends $3,000 on native trees and mulch for Highland Park
Highland Park gets landscaping improvements with native plants and mulch. Investment supports park grounds maintenance and sustainability.
docket.pub
Public meeting intelligence
/
Topic
Parks & Culture
Agenda items
Parks & Culture items
CONSENT ITEM 20. A Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor to cause awards to be presented to individual employees of the following Departments: Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham Park and Recreation, Birmingham Fire and Rescue, Capital Projects,
City funds Powderly Library Summer Reading Program with $500
Grants $500 to Birmingham Public Library Board for youth summer programs at the Powderly branch location.
Yummy's Garage liquor license application hearing
Council will hear from Yummy's Garage, LLC and the public on its bid to serve alcohol at 9500 Parkway East. The decision determines whether a new retail liquor outlet opens in your neighborhood.
City awards $110K HVAC contract to Integrity Maintenance
Harmon Recreation Center gets climate-control upgrades to improve facility comfort for park visitors and athletic programs.
Parks Dept. awards $100K annually to Fruit of the Spirit Athletics
City commits $100,000 per year for athletic programs and recreation services managed by Fruit of the Spirit Athletics. Funds come from the general fund.
Noise waiver granted for 3 events at Langan Park
Susan McKinnell gets permission to hold events at Langan Park on three dates in 2025 (April 14, May 24, September 22) with extended noise allowances until 8:30 p.m. Residents near the park may experience louder activity on those evenings.
Noise waiver approved for May 11 event at Washington Square Park
Susan Comeaux receives permission to hold an event at Washington Square Park in District 2 on May 11 (3–6 p.m.) without noise ordinance restrictions. Residents near the park should expect elevated sound levels during that window.
Noise waiver granted for Mardi Gras Park event, June 28
Christina Boyd's event at Mardi Gras Park can operate with elevated sound levels (3–7 p.m.) without noise ordinance penalties. Neighbors in District 2 should expect temporary noise that Saturday.
City accepts easement for Three Mile Creek Greenway Trail
Clears the way for a new recreational trail along Three Mile Creek. Once built, it will provide a walking and cycling route for residents and improve public access to the waterfront.
City and Parking Authority swap vehicles in equal-value exchange
The city trades vehicles with the Birmingham Parking Authority under a formal cooperation agreement. No direct public cost—both sides exchange assets of roughly equal value.
Liquor license OK'd for Southern Bama Bait and Tackle on Dauphin Island Pkwy
Southern Bama Bait and Tackle will be able to sell beer and table wine for off-premises consumption at 4012 Dauphin Island Parkway, pending ABC Board approval.
Noise waiver granted for Sage Park event, June 7, 12pm–6pm
Ron Foster's event at Sage Park will operate outside standard noise limits for one day. Neighbors near the park should expect louder activity during the window.
Council awards $142,141 for Procore project management software
City commits $142,141 to Procore project management software through a GSA cooperative contract, improving project tracking and coordination across city operations.
Parks & Rec hires Chris Murphy for racquet-stringing services
Mobile's Parks & Recreation Department will contract with Chris Murphy as its sole racquet stringer, supporting tennis programs at city facilities.