Public Works

$350K shifted from street resurfacing to sidewalk repairs

Capital budget reallocates $350,000 away from street resurfacing to sidewalk improvements. This may affect the pace of road repairs in your neighborhood while prioritizing pedestrian safety.

Restaurant liquor license: Terry's Place at 230 18th Street North

Council will decide whether to grant Terry's Place LLC a retail liquor license for on-premises service at this 18th Street North location.

City allocates $1,000 for Jackson-Olin High School parking lot repairs

School parking lot receives maintenance funding for paving and striping in Ensley neighborhood.

CONSENT(ph) ITEM 3. WITHDRAWN A Resolution revoking the Certificates of Public Necessity and Convenience issued to Executive Service Unlimited, LLC, 1301 Brighton Road, Birmingham, to operate a public service vehicle, for failure to file the required liabi

Council awards $49,875 sidewalk repair contract to Gillespie Construction

Sidewalk improvements on 1st Avenue North will enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility in the area.

Birmingham AIDS Outreach renews annual bingo permit

Allows the nonprofit to hold monthly fundraising bingo events at 205 32nd Street South to support HIV/AIDS services in Birmingham.

City pays W.W. Grainger $389.76 for stormwater supplies

Routine purchase of field supplies for the stormwater division to support ongoing drainage and flood management operations.

City awards $60K to David Acton for Sloss Furnace repairs

David Acton Building Corporation wins competitive bid to replace deteriorating trestle beam on Sloss Furnace Coke Bin #1, a historic industrial landmark. Work preserves one of Birmingham's key cultural and heritage sites.

CONSENT ITEM 30. A Resolution determining that the District #9 Quarterly Meeting that will take place on or around December 16th - 22nd for the general public at George Washington Carver High School, 3900 24th Street North, Birmingham, with neighborhood l

City grants Magic City Taxi 7 operating permits for taxi service

Magic City Taxi gains authority to operate taxis on Birmingham streets, expanding transportation options for residents.

31st Street & Warrior Road drainage improvements awarded to C.P. Construction fo

City awards drainage work contract at the intersection of 31st Street and Warrior Road. Project aims to improve stormwater management and reduce flooding risk in the area.

John Hand Club LLC gets special retail liquor license

Council approves liquor license for John Hand Club at 17-20th Street North (Floors 20-21). License allows alcohol service at this downtown venue.

Budget amendment: $150,712 redirected from road project

City shifts capital funds away from Roebuck Springs Road improvements. Details on where the money is going are incomplete in this agenda item.

City spends $800K grant on 21st Street North project via PEP

Birmingham is allocating a state grant worth $800,000 to improve 21st Street North through PEP, following an earlier grant award. This funds a specific neighborhood improvement project.

City vacates 56,672 sq ft of Henrietta Road for George W. Barber, Jr.

City surrenders public right-of-way on Henrietta Road and an alley totaling 1.33 acres. Barber gains private control of former public property; residents lose access to this right-of-way corridor.

City sets aside $2.2M for street resurfacing citywide

Grant funds allocated through PEP program will repair roads across Birmingham. Smoother, safer streets reduce commute delays and improve neighborhood accessibility.

Church Street Bridge drainage improvements: $150.7K contract to Gillespie

City contracts Gillespie Construction to fix drainage issues on Church Street Bridge after competitive bidding. Improves drainage function and prevents water damage to the structure and surrounding area.

Council awards $548K to Bulls Construction for Elder Street streetscape work

Elder Street gets new sidewalks, lighting, or landscaping as part of Phase I improvements. Work improves walkability and neighborhood appearance on Elder Street.

Food vendor permit approved: Granny's Fish 'N Grits on 2nd Avenue North

Local food truck Granny's Fish 'N Grits gains city approval to operate at the corner of 2nd Avenue North and 24th Street North.

City allocates $4,105.69 to Piper Davis Sports League for Lowery Park

Funds support improvements at Lowery Park, including water fountain installation and other recreational amenities for youth sports programs in the neighborhood.