Special weed-abatement assessment levied on affected properties
Property owners with noxious or dangerous weeds will be assessed to cover city abatement costs. This follows a 2020 declaration and hearing process.
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Public Safety
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Public Safety items
Special weed-abatement assessment imposed on blighted properties
Property owners cited for noxious or dangerous weeds face a special assessment to recover city abatement costs. Charges appear on property tax bills for affected parcels.
Council awards $24,362 roof repair contract to Tecta America Southeast
Emergency repairs to the 5 Points West Library roof will restore the building to operational condition. Work protects the library's interior and preserves public access to community services.
City declares 40 properties nuisance for overgrown weeds
Properties with noxious weeds will be posted with notice; owners must abate or face city action. Helps restore neighborhood safety and appearance.
Land area:
40 parcels
Starlight Transport granted operating permit for non-emergency medical transport
New non-emergency medical transport service authorized to operate in Birmingham with eight service certificates. Expands transportation options for residents needing medical appointments or routine care transport.
City declares 34 properties public nuisance for noxious weeds
Properties with dangerous weeds will receive notice; city can proceed with abatement. Affects 34 parcels.
Land area:
34 parcels
Contract amendment: Division 12 Consulting office renovation
City is amending its contract with Division 12 Consulting to authorize work on office demolition and buildout, likely affecting city operations space or staff facilities.
STC Worldwide gets $127K contract for East Lake Library cooling tower
City approves emergency replacement of the cooling system at East Lake Library. Ensures the library stays operational and comfortable for patrons during summer months.
Flooring repair at Boutwell Auditorium: $4,091 to Interfaceservices
City spends $4,091 on demolition and replacement of flooring at the public auditorium, a maintenance investment in a community facility.
City declares 109 properties public nuisance for overgrown weeds
Property owners will receive notice that their land has dangerous or noxious weeds and must abate them or face city action. Failure to comply can lead to city-ordered removal and liens on the property.
Land area:
109 parcels
City partners with Housing Authority on police task force
Birmingham will deploy law enforcement focused on housing authority properties and neighborhoods, affecting public safety response in areas served by HABD.
City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; owner pays removal costs
Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are removed from neighborhoods and costs are charged to the owner. This clears blight and frees up street or lot space.
55 properties declared public nuisance for overgrown weeds
City moves to clear 55 blighted properties with dangerous vegetation. Property owners will receive notice and face enforcement action if weeds aren't removed.
Land area:
55 parcels
Special weed-abatement assessment imposed on blighted properties
Property owners will receive special assessments to recover costs of city-ordered weed removal on their land. If unpaid, these liens may affect property taxes or sale.
Special weed-abatement assessment fixed on blighted properties
Properties with noxious or dangerous weeds declared hazardous in 2022 will now be charged special assessments to cover abatement costs. Property owners will receive bills for weed removal.
Special weed-abatement assessment on blighted properties
Property owners with noxious or dangerous weeds may face special assessments to cover city abatement costs, per Resolution 632-23 adopted April 2023.
Special assessment for weed abatement on blighted properties
Property owners with noxious or dangerous weeds face cost recovery charges from the city for cleanup. Costs are assessed as a lien against the affected parcels.
Remove inoperable vehicle, bill owner for costs
City removes abandoned or disabled vehicles from streets and properties, charging the owner for removal. Reduces neighborhood blight and public safety hazards.
Remove inoperable vehicle declared public nuisance
City will remove an abandoned or disabled car and bill the registered owner for removal costs, clearing neighborhood blight and safety hazards.
Remove inoperable vehicle as public nuisance; costs assessed to owner
City removes abandoned or non-working vehicles that create neighborhood blight. Removal costs are charged to the registered owner.