Public Works shifts funding between drainage and road improvement projects to address changing priorities. The largest reallocation, $535K from Lawson Road Storm Sewer work, affects project timelines and infrastructure investment plans.
Nortons Florist at 401–22nd Street South is now authorized to sell beer and wine for off-site consumption, expanding its business operations in central Birmingham.
New lounge retail liquor license for 1200 3rd Street West. City considers the application and hears public input on the business.
Service Systems Associates will operate a retail concession at Birmingham Zoo (2630 Cahaba Road). This allows a vendor to sell goods or services to zoo visitors.
Birmingham will gain federally-funded expertise to assess and maintain local water systems. No local cost; USGS provides technical support for water quality and resource management.
Private donation funds street improvement between Lakeshore Drive and Premiere Cinema without using city tax dollars.
Yarbrough Festival Foodservice can now operate food service at Pro Hops Vino on November 1, 2018. This allows the event to proceed as planned at 2612 Lane Park Road.
Birmingham Urban League gets permit to hold food and culture festival on 1st Avenue South. Street closure will affect traffic in downtown core for two days.
Coffee Bar LLC is applying to serve alcohol at its location on 22nd Street North. Council will hear from the applicant and public on the license request.
Off-premise beer and wine sales at 416 10th Street North will be authorized under new ownership. Public hearing held for interested parties to weigh in.
Wylam Park improvements move forward under a competitive bid. Work includes renovations to a neighborhood recreation asset.
City redirects disaster recovery funds to street improvements. Dugan area residents may see road repairs accelerated or expanded under this reallocation.
Birmingham Charter Service LLC is now licensed to operate charter bus services on city streets. Citizens using charter transportation for events or groups may see expanded service options.
City is shifting funds among sidewalk and street improvements—money from Steris, Thomas Road, Pearson Avenue, and other projects moves to other priorities. Affects which neighborhood projects move forward this fiscal year.
Fly the Coup LLC receives City approval to operate a lounge retail liquor business at 112-24th Street North. License class and terms set conditions for alcohol service in the Queen's Park area.
RL Transportation Service LLC is now licensed to operate a limousine service in Birmingham. The Certificate of Public Necessity and Convenience is required for commercial transportation providers.
City approves drainage improvements at Church Street Bridge with no competitive bidding. Tate Contracting & Excavating will handle the project.
Kelly Ingram Park gets a refresh with this lowest-bid contract. The renovation improves a key downtown public space for residents and visitors.
City council is encouraging residents to weigh in on plans for the historic Carraway Hospital Campus. The public meeting is Tuesday, September 11, 4–6 p.m. at BJCC Forum Building, Room J.
An unopened street segment near Finley Boulevard will be removed from public right-of-way and transferred to BNSF Railway Company. This closes a narrow corridor that has not served as a public thoroughfare.