City accepts $20M federal infrastructure grant from USDOT
Birmingham wins a $20 million federal award to fund infrastructure projects. This infusion of federal dollars supports public works improvements without tapping local tax revenue.
Topic
Public Works
Agenda items
Public Works items
Franklin Towing Service License approved for Birmingham operations
Michael Franklin's towing company gains permission to operate two wreckers on Birmingham streets, adding capacity for accident recovery and vehicle removal services.
City assesses $2,276 sales tax on Roadside Bar-B-Que
The city is collecting unpaid sales taxes from a local BBQ restaurant for March 2016–May 2016. This is a routine tax enforcement action.
Special Events License granted for Jam in the Ham, Aug 5
Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler, Inc. can hold the Jam in the Ham festival on 15th Avenue South on August 5, 2017, closing streets between 20th Street South and Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard for the event.
City replaces Enon Ridge neighborhood entrance sign for $1,472
Neighborhood entrance sign at 5th Street and 16th Terrace North gets replaced using general fund dollars. Small investment in community identity and wayfinding.
City awards $27,600 contract to P & M Mechanical for Amtrak station repairs
Facility upgrades improve ventilation and cooling systems at the Amtrak station through competitive bidding.
Loveman Village: Public hearing set on closing 1st & 2nd Ave SW
City may vacate 3.4 acres of public streets in Loveman Village, affecting traffic routes and property access in the neighborhood. Public hearing June 27, 2017.
Land area:
3.4 acres
Repair permit issued for condemned property at 1525 Pineview Road
Property owner Jamian Lavender can now repair this condemned building and bring it back into compliance. Progress on clearing blight at this Pineview Road address.
Land area:
1 parcel
Slice LLC granted special events license for Slice Fest, June 3
Slice LLC can now host a street festival at 29th Street South between 7th and 8th Avenues on June 3, 2017, allowing temporary road closure and public gathering in that neighborhood.
428 Lacey Road: City modifies 2016 purchase agreement with Sandra Mitchell
City is amending the terms of a real estate deal originally signed in 2016 with property owner Sandra Mitchell. The specific changes are unclear from the agenda text, but this affects city ownership and use of land at 428 Lacey Road.
Land area:
1 parcel
Dance permit approved for 420 LLC at 300 24th Street South
Reginald Karnell Washington receives a Division I dance permit for his establishment, enabling it to operate entertainment events at the approved location.
Liquor license approved: Luxe Ultra Lounge, 300-24th Street South
420 LLC receives a Class I Lounge Retail Liquor License for the Luxe Ultra Lounge on 24th Street South. This allows the business to sell beer, wine, and liquor on-site.
Sales tax assessment: $1,322.70 against Roadside Truck Express LLC
City seeks to collect unpaid sales taxes from the business and its owner. This represents a routine enforcement action on tax compliance.
Do Dah Day gets retail license for May event at Caldwell & Rhodes parks
Clears the way for Do Dah Day, Inc. to sell merchandise and food at the annual community festival on May 20 at Caldwell Park and Rhodes Park in Birmingham.
City grants taxi license to Bessemer Transport and Shuttle
New executive sedan taxi service approved for Birmingham streets. Increases transportation options for residents and visitors.
Alley vacation hearing set for June 6 near 16th/17th St South
City Council will decide whether to close an 8,086-square-foot alleyway between 16th and 17th Streets South. The outcome could affect property access, traffic patterns, or development potential in the area.
Land area:
0.19 acres
City acquires right-of-way for Ensley Avenue improvements
Clears property access for street reconstruction on Ensley Avenue between 20th Street and Warrior Road in Five Points West, enabling road repairs to proceed.
Land area:
1 parcel
City funds $1K ad campaign for Civil Rights National Monument
Birmingham allocates $1,000 to promote the Civil Rights National Monument through WJLD Radio, boosting awareness of the city's signature historical landmark.
$11,440 redirected to West Smithfield speed humps
Budget amendment moves funds from a road shoulder repair to install traffic-calming speed humps in West Smithfield neighborhood, improving pedestrian safety on local streets.