The city releases underground utility rights (943 sq ft total) on downtown streets, clearing the way for private development or utility work without city interference. This removes a legal encumbrance on the affected properties.
City seeks dialogue with Jefferson County legislators about the Water Works Board—a key service provider. Outcome could affect water rates, service reliability, or governance structure for residents.
City seeks dialogue with Jefferson County legislators about the Water Works Board—a key service provider. Outcome could affect water rates, service reliability, or governance structure for residents.
City will take over long-term maintenance of traffic signals and lighting installed as part of the Ensley Avenue 5 Points West Street reconstruction project, funded by the state.
Allows the nonprofit to hold monthly bingo fundraisers at 205 32nd Street South to support AIDS prevention and treatment services in Birmingham.
City Council will hold a public hearing to decide whether to revoke the business license for Family Dollar at 521 Center Street North. This could force closure of the store and remove a retail option from the neighborhood.
City funds critical bridge safety upgrade on Jefferson Avenue. Work replaces aging railings to meet safety standards.
Yarbrough Festival Foodservice licensed to operate food and beverage service at the BBVA Compass Bowl Street Festival on January 3, 2014 at Magnolia Avenue and 20th Street. This permit allows the vendor to serve attendees at the downtown event.
City commits $30,000 annually to Crossroads to Intervention, Inc. for services through June 2019. The sole-source procurement means the city chose this vendor without competitive bidding.
City budget will support the December 21 Happy Holidays celebration at Railroad Park, a community gathering that promotes goodwill and public engagement in the neighborhood.
This 0.44-acre residential parcel enters Birmingham's jurisdiction, making it subject to city taxes, zoning rules, and services. Residents will now access city water, sewer, and police protection.
Local business owner Phalarious V. Harris gets approval to operate dance events at D Spot, a venue on 19th Street in Ensley.
D Spot LLC is applying for a Lounge Retail Liquor Class I license to operate at 524 19th Street in Ensley. The council will hear from the applicant and all interested parties before deciding whether to approve the license.
Sodexo can continue serving beer and wine at Bartow Arena events and activities. This is a routine annual renewal for the downtown venue's food and beverage operations.
Local business owner Phalarious V. Harris gets approval to operate dance events at D Spot, a venue on 19th Street in Ensley.
City is releasing subsurface rights (543 sq ft total) beneath two downtown streets, potentially enabling utility or infrastructure projects. Public hearing January 7, 2014 to finalize the decision.
Land at 711 and 969 Rex Lake Road moves from unincorporated Jefferson County into Birmingham city limits. Residents gain city services and code enforcement; property owners' tax and zoning status may change.
William Cochran's lounge at 2604 16th Street North now authorized to host Division I dance events. Permits determine which venues can legally operate dancing and entertainment activities.
Jerome Reeves' Division I dance permit for the venue allows music and dancing to continue at this 37th Street location.