City accepts cooperative bid for traffic signal cabinets from Utilicom
City secures traffic signal equipment through a competitive cooperative purchasing agreement, enabling timely repairs and replacements of signal infrastructure citywide.
Topic
Public Works
Agenda items
Public Works items
City accepts Alabama cooperative bid for traffic signal parts
Utilicom Supply Associates is authorized as the city's vendor for traffic signal replacement and maintenance parts under a master agreement with the state cooperative purchasing program.
Cooperative bid: Traffic signal controllers from Utilicom Supply
City approves a multi-year agreement to buy traffic signal controllers through a state cooperative purchasing program, ensuring standardized equipment for traffic management across the city.
City vacates 1,555 sq ft alley between 23rd & 22nd Streets S.
City removes public right-of-way to 1,555 square feet of alley near Magnolia Avenue. Magno will gain direct control of the vacated land; residents in the area may see changes to pedestrian or service access.
Towing license approval for Estes Recovery LLC
Nicholas Estes receives permission to operate two tow trucks on Birmingham streets from his Trafford location, expanding towing service capacity in the area.
Public hearing set: Vacation of right-of-way between 22nd–24th Street S.
City Council will consider closing a public right-of-way (about 12,786 sq ft of street space) between 22nd and 24th Streets South. If approved, this land could be redirected for private or municipal development. Hearing is December 21, 2021.
EMB Parkside Sub gets restaurant liquor license at Tasty Town
Restaurant at 16 14th Street South now approved to sell beer, wine, and liquor. Amends earlier 2021 license approval to align with current business operations.
City pays McNeilus $50,820 for garbage truck repairs
Keeps four 2017 garbage trucks operational by replacing worn sweeper blades and hardware. Routine maintenance ensures reliable trash collection service.
City authorizes Paving Reimbursement Agreement with Jefferson County for Grants
City will partner with Jefferson County to improve Grants Mill Road between I-459 and State Route 119 under a county grant program.
City spends $695.52 for street signage in College Hills
College Hills neighborhood gets new street sign toppers. Minor public works spending approved on consent.
City spends $2,844 on pole and street banners for College Hills
City commits general fund money to purchase decorative banners and signage for the College Hills neighborhood.
City-Water Board agreement for A.G. Gaston Motel Phase 2B
Authorizes a service agreement between the city and Water Works Board for the ongoing rehabilitation of the historic A.G. Gaston Motel. Details of the agreement—including city costs or obligations—were not fully disclosed in the agenda item.
City partners with USGS on water resources investigations
City and federal Geological Survey will collaborate to maintain local water resources. Partnership leverages federal expertise at no cost to the city.
Public hearing set: 1,555 sq ft alley vacation between 22nd & 23rd St S
City is considering closing and transferring a small public alleyway in this area. The outcome may affect property access, traffic patterns, or land use for nearby residents and businesses.
Land area:
0.04 acres
Lounge liquor license approved for 604 Bar & Lounge
Rawhouse Studios LLC gets approval to serve alcohol at 604 Bar & Lounge on 9th Street North, clearing the way to operate the lounge.
Operating Authority Permit: Wilgo On The Go gets 8 taxi certificates
New taxi operator Wilgo On The Go Transportation Services gains permission to run 8 cabs in the area. City grants operating permits to manage which companies can provide ride-for-hire services.
Operating Authority Permit granted to Wilgo On The Go Transportation
Wilgo On The Go Transportation Services gains permission to operate 8 commercial transportation routes in the area.
City grants 10-year franchise to C-Spire for broadband and telecom service
C-Spire gains exclusive rights to install telecom infrastructure and deliver broadband across the city for a decade. This shapes which neighborhoods get service coverage and at what terms residents can access internet and phone service.
Event Concessions, Inc. approved for Ruston Kelly Concert Nov. 6
Special Events License 140 grants Event Concessions, Inc. permission to operate concessions at the Ruston Kelly Concert on November 6, 2021 at 500-23rd Street South. This allows food and beverage sales at the event.
Condemnation repair permit issued for 312 Oregon Street
Property owner M2B Design and Contractor LLC gains authorization to perform repairs on a condemned structure at 312 Oregon Street in Wylam, removing a blighted or unsafe building from the neighborhood.
Land area:
1 parcel