Public Safety

CONSENT ITEM 10. A Resolution, pursuant to §11-47-19 and §11-43-55 Codes of Alabama, 1975, authorizing the Mayor and/or the Chief of Police to do all things necessary for the Birmingham Police Department ("BPD"), to host an event titled "Police Car Show

City declares 261 properties public nuisance for noxious weeds

Property owners will receive notice their land has been declared a public nuisance and must clear dangerous weeds or face city action; noncompliance can lead to municipal cleanup at owner expense.

Special assessment: weed abatement costs charged to property owners

Property owners may face charges to recover city costs for clearing noxious weeds from their land. Assessment details and affected parcels will be presented at the hearing.

Special assessment: weed abatement charges levied on properties

Property owners may face charges for weed removal on their land. This finalizes the list of affected properties and hearing details from the July 2022 declaration.

Special assessment imposed for weed abatement on declared properties

Property owners will face a special assessment bill to cover costs of city-ordered weed removal. The specific properties and amounts are listed in the full resolution details.

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.

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.

Budget amendment: $1,867.82 shifted to Birmingham Police Dept.

City Council reallocates $1,867.82 from District 3 travel funds to the Birmingham Police Department, a routine budget adjustment on consent agenda.

City tackles 41 blighted parcels with weed abatement

Clears dangerous overgrown properties across the city to improve neighborhood safety and appearance. Affects 41 parcels.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.