City awards $676,565 Jefferson Avenue SW resurfacing contract to Southeastern Se
Jefferson Avenue SW will be resurfaced, improving road conditions and safety for residents and drivers in that corridor. Work will proceed after contract approval.
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Public Works
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Public Works items
Special Events Retail License approved for Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival
Urban Impact, Inc. gains permission to sell retail items at the Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival on August 27, 2022. The event takes place on 4th Avenue North between 16th and 18th Streets.
City ratifies 1989 property transfer to YMCA at 1195 Bessemer Road
City formally recognizes a decades-old deed transferring public land to the YMCA, clarifying ownership of a property used for community services.
Land area:
1 parcel
City accepts 300 recycling bins from Alabama Environmental Council
Birmingham receives free Hexacycle recycling receptacles for public use, expanding waste-separation infrastructure at no cost to the city.
Slice, LLC approved for special events retail license at Birmingham Artwalk
Permits food/beverage sales during Birmingham Artwalk street festival on Sept. 9–10, 2022 at 20th Street North.
Liquor license approval: RJ Five Points West for Crab Barrack
New restaurant at 1108 20th Street South seeks permission to sell beer, wine, and spirits. City will hold a public hearing on the application.
City increases Dunn Construction contract $699K for road resurfacing
Contract for citywide road resurfacing grows to $7.7M total. This adds $699,000 to the original bid, likely covering additional paving work or cost overruns.
Storm Water Fund budget adopted for fiscal year 2023
City approves how storm water fees and maintenance funds will be spent over the next fiscal year. This determines funding for drainage, flood prevention, and water quality projects affecting residents citywide.
City vacates 0.54-acre right of way near Oslo Circle
Public land adjacent to Oslo Circle and between Sydney Drive and Shannon Wenonah Road is being released from city control. This clears the way for private development or use of the affected parcel.
Land area:
0.54 acres
Council awards $463K drainage contract to Gillespie Construction
Drainage improvements at 2900 Norwood Boulevard will reduce flooding and stormwater issues in the area. Work begins following Gillespie Construction's winning bid of $463,215.50.
City vacates right-of-way parcel near Oslo Circle and Goss Street
The city is giving up ownership of a 23,348-square-foot (0.5-acre) strip of public land between Oslo Circle and Goss Street. This clears the way for Bobb to develop or consolidate adjacent property, but removes city control over that corridor.
Land area:
0.54 acres
Special retail license sought for UAB PNC Field concessions
Greenawalt Hospitality seeks approval to operate food/beverage sales at UAB PNC Field. The city will hold a public hearing on the application.
City vacates 23,348 sq ft right-of-way near Oslo Circle
The city is giving up public right-of-way land between Oslo Circle and Goss Street. This opens the door for private development or use of the 0.54-acre strip, affecting property access and public land holdings in the area.
Land area:
0.54 acres
Special Retail License 150 approved for Greenawalt Hospitality at Berylson Socce
Greenawalt Hospitality can operate a retail food/beverage service at Berylson Soccer Park during the July 7–17 soccer tournament.
City vacates 23,348 sq ft of right-of-way near Oslo Circle and Goss Street
The city is giving up public land between Oslo Circle and Goss Street (parallel strip) and between Sydney Drive and Shannon Wenonah Road (perpendicular strip). This allows private development or property consolidation by Bobb in that area.
Gifts of Love Banquet Hall seeks Special Retail Liquor License 160
The business at 1343 Bessemer Road is applying for a license to serve alcohol. City Council will hear from the applicant and any neighbors or public with concerns before deciding whether to approve it.
Beer and wine license approved for Residence Inn, 821 20th Street South
Residence Inn By Marriott receives permission to serve beer and wine on-premises. Affects alcohol service availability in downtown Birmingham.
Basar Group seeks liquor license for Railroad Park venue
New retail liquor license would allow alcohol sales at the 1600 1st Avenue South location. Public hearing will determine if the license is approved.
Council awards sweeper and sewer jetter parts contract to Sansom Equipment
City purchased replacement parts for street sweepers and sewer jetting equipment through competitive bid. Ensures ongoing maintenance of public works equipment.
World Games: temporary halt to construction permits near venues
Construction projects near World Games venues will pause to keep traffic flowing and ensure public safety during the event. Affects residents and contractors in the area.