Council awards $284K roofing contract to Advanced Roofing Solutions
City commits $284,000 to replace the roof at the IMS building (712 19th Street North). Advanced Roofing Solutions won the competitive bid.
Topic
Public Works
Agenda items
Public Works items
Operating permit granted to 5 Star Transport
William R. Misko's 5 Star Transport receives city authorization to operate commercial transportation services from Cottondale.
City sells Florence Street property to Ruddell, LLC
The city is selling real estate at 4330 Florence Street. This removes a city-owned asset from public inventory and brings revenue to the municipality.
City pays Chatman heirs $300 for construction easement
Hooper City improves streets in Phase V development. Property owners receive compensation for temporary easement rights during construction at 511 - 37th Court.
Land area:
1 parcel
City pays $150 for storm sewer easement on Hooper City Phase V
Property owner Andrew Chatman receives $150 compensation for granting the city temporary easement rights to construct storm sewer improvements on parcels 11 and 14 as part of the Hooper City Phase V street project.
Land area:
2 parcels
Council approves junk dealer license for Counselman Automotive at Ruffner Road
Counselman Automotive Recycling gets permission to operate a salvage and recycling facility at 1849 Ruffner Road. The license allows vehicle recycling and parts resale at this location.
City urges Truist Bank to keep 629 Red Lane location open
Truist Bank plans to close its branch at 629 Red Lane Road. The closure may reduce banking access for nearby residents and businesses in that part of Birmingham.
City awards $144K roof contract to Tecta America Southeast
Carver Theatre gets a new roof after competitive bidding. Project protects a historic downtown venue from water damage and keeps it operational for performances and community events.
Public hearing set: Vacate 6,757 sq ft of right-of-way between 40th–42nd Street
Council will decide whether to give up public right-of-way land between 40th and 42nd Streets North. If approved, the affected area (~0.16 acres) would be removed from city control, potentially affecting street access or future infrastructure projects in that corridor.
Land area:
0.15 acres
City vacates 3,914 sq ft right of way near 44th–47th South
Unopen right of way between 2nd and 3rd Avenue South becomes available for private development or other use. Affects approximately 0.09 acres of formerly public land.
Land area:
0.09 acres
Roof repairs approved for King Recreation Center: $6,168
City approves $6,168 sole-source contract with Tecta America Southeast for roof repairs at the MLK Recreation Center, a public facility serving the neighborhood.
City awards $13,448 roof repair contract to Tecta America Southeast
Fixes critical roof damage at City Hall. Contractor was selected through competitive bidding as lowest qualified bid.
City awards $77,055 storm sewer contract to Gillespie Construction
Storm sewer replacement at 509 Maple Street will improve drainage and reduce flooding risk in that area. Work begins after contract award.
City vacates ~0.55-acre right-of-way between 16th & 22nd South
The city is considering releasing about half an acre of public land between 16th Avenue South and 22nd Street South. Public hearing set for March 19, 2024.
Land area:
0.55 acres
City allows vacation of 2,833 sq ft right-of-way near 10th Ave
City is releasing public land (about 0.065 acres) between 10th Avenue South and 10th Court South near 23rd–24th Street South, allowing private development or use of that formerly public right-of-way.
Land area:
0.07 acres
Condemnation repair permit issued for 1819 31st Street SW
Property owner Weylin Bush / H53 Property and Investments can now proceed with repairs required by the city's condemnation order for this blighted property on 31st Street SW.
Land area:
1 parcel
City commits $500K local match for federal infrastructure grant
City is pledging $500,000 to unlock federal Department of Transportation funds for infrastructure projects. The grant could bring significantly more money into local public works if awarded.
City pays $100 for construction easement on 37th Court project
Hooper City Phase V street improvement project gains right to temporarily access a Land Bank parcel at 517-37th Court during construction.
Land area:
1 parcel
City vacates 2,833 sq ft of right-of-way near 10th Ave & 23rd St
The city is giving up public right-of-way land in this area, which may enable adjacent property development or private use. Check if this affects your property or local access.
City vacates 3,914 sq ft of unopened right-of-way on South side
The city is giving up a small, unused street corridor between 2nd and 3rd Avenues South. This lets adjacent property owners use the land for their own purposes and may unlock development or consolidation in the area.
Land area:
0.09 acres