Public Works

City pays $14,400 to remove billboard at Boutwell

Clears billboard framing at Boutwell intersection and restores road surface to grade, improving street appearance and safety in the area.

ITEM 3. WITHDRAWN A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Construction Right of Way Agreement between the City of Birmingham and Lamar Outdoor Advertising wherein the City would permit Lamar to cut down a tree located at 1801 17th Street North, whi

ITEM 2. WITHDRAWN A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Construction Right of Way Agreement between the City of Birmingham and Lamar Outdoor Advertising wherein the City would permit Lamar to enter onto 1801 17th Street North for the purpose of c

City funds $4,000 for 22nd annual Sidewalk Film Festival

Provides operating support for the annual film festival that brings independent cinema and cultural programming to Birmingham residents.

Off-premise beer and wine license approved for Birmingham Apothecary

AP Equity II LLC can now sell beer and wine at 1032 20th Street South. This retail decision affects local commerce and licensing authority in that neighborhood.

Highlander, Inc. transfers liquor license to Highland Package Store

Lounge Retail Liquor license transfers to new operator at 1210 20th Street South. Allows continued alcohol sales at the location pending council approval.

Council approves $3,974 purchase for Public Works cooling equipment

City spends general-fund money to replace water-cooled heat exchanger parts in Public Works operations—a routine maintenance expense.

City pays $9,075 for water softener at Boutwell Auditorium

Southeastern Temperature Controls will install equipment to improve water quality at the city's main event venue. Routine maintenance ensures Boutwell remains operational for public events and rentals.

Council awards recycling contract to Birmingham Recycling & Recovery

City commits to an ongoing recycling services vendor for recovered materials. Supports waste diversion and sustainability operations.

Council awards $103K drainage contract to Alabama Grading

Drainage improvements at 56 Freda Jane Lane will reduce flooding and water damage in the area. Work begins after contract execution.

Capital fund budget adjusted: $28.5K reallocated from street work

City is shifting construction funds between projects in the capital budget. Street resurfacing and other infrastructure work may be delayed or reprioritized as dollars move to different priorities.

Budget: $60K transferred from landfill ops to general fund

City is moving $60,000 from Public Works landfill operations to general reserves, reducing landfill maintenance funding for the 2020 fiscal year.

Budget: $42K reallocated from street projects in FY2020 capital fund

Street and sidewalk improvement funds are being redirected; exact destination unclear from item description, but the reallocation affects projects planned for neighborhoods across the city.

Council awards $94,700 to Battle Miller for Museum of Art canopy repairs

Competitive bid awards $94,700 to repair the entry canopy at Birmingham Museum of Art. Ensures public facility improvements through open procurement.

Special Events License: "Brunch in the City" on 2nd Ave North, May 17

Council approves street closure on 2nd Avenue North between 24th and 23rd Streets for the Brunch in the City event on May 17, 2020.

Saws Soul Kitchen seeks restaurant liquor license at 215 41st Street South

New restaurant on 41st Street seeking approval to serve beer, wine, and liquor. License approval affects neighborhood alcohol regulations and local business operations.

City Hall security upgrade: ADS Security to install monitoring system

Enhanced security and electronic monitoring at City Hall. Residents visiting or conducting business at the downtown location will see increased surveillance infrastructure.

City approves $14,999 contract with WATV 900 radio

City commits general funds to broadcasting agreement with WATV 900. Specific services not detailed in item title.

Right-of-way permit: Lamar cuts vegetation at 1801 17th Street North

Lamar Outdoor Advertising gains access to city property to maintain vegetation around a billboard. Routine maintenance agreement with no direct impact on residents.

Sole-source: ADS Security contract for Dolomite Center security systems

Dolomite Community Center gets new electronic security and monitoring. Sole-source procurement without competitive bidding.